Sometimes the magic is so close to the surface that it almost knocks me over. This is one of those mornings. It is a combination of the sun sparkling on the snow, the smell of the air, the color of the light, the sound of the rushing water from the flooding rains of the last few days and the joy of the birds beginning their spring activities. The beauty is astounding and it is moments like this that remind me that the beauty is always there, if I’m not seeing it, then it is my perspective that is off!
Magic Morning
March 7, 2011planting time
March 5, 2011
The snow has gone, the spring rains are here, coltsfoot is blooming and it is time to garden. Digging in the dirt always makes me feel good. I have a hankering for ramps, and cuckoo weed. Spinach seeds are in the ground and the more delicate seeds are being started indoors. The rain today is perfect for the first of the little guys to be outside experiencing the big world. Soon we will be able to step out the door and pick our dinner. We are going to try to grow amaranth and quinoa this year. We have not attempted to grow grains before so it will be interesting to see how it goes. One potato two potatoes red potatoes blue potatoes!
All the pretty horses
March 5, 2011
It is an interesting thing working with so many different horses. Each personality is unique. Attitude, fears, likes and dislikes all need to be taken into account. My attitude, fears, likes and dislikes also come into play. Being under a horse requires clear attention and intention on my part. The horse must trust me or he will not stand quietly for me. The process of gaining a horses trust for trimming is a beautiful thing. Here I am, a predator, taking out a leg and I am asking him to stand quietly and accept me! The horse clearly reflects my emotional and mental state. I have found that they are very accepting of me if I am honest with them. If I lie and try to trick them into thinking I’m in a great mood when I’m actually very grumpy, they will undoubtedly let me know!
