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First announcement of the day: my guard horses did it again this morning.
As I came up from a walk through the fields, all Lily, CB and Lefty were standing at attention facing eastward in the barnyard.
Twas daylight but not that bright, so I watched as they watched but couldn't see any intruders.
So, I walked to the house and grabbed the broom outside the door----just in case---and began walking in the driveway toward the paperbox.
Horses cautiously walked in unison toward the east fence.
Then, I saw the big moose ever so briefly.
Next, I heard it crash through the fence into either Gary Finney's or the Taylor's place.
Love those horses and am loving them more than usual now that we have all this time for social distancing.
That picture of Lily up above was taken a couple of years ago, but it pretty much illustrates how much hair comes off each horse at this time of year.
As for Lefty, add how much hair and how much mud. Some horses like the mud better than others.
When I finished my grooming session last night with Lily and Lefty (worked on CB the day before), I came in the house and went straight to the bathroom, shed all my dirty clothes and took a bath.
With my additional time for social distancing (I'm already pretty accustomed to it as are other farm folks I know), I've also set a goal of giving my shrubs, bushes and yard more tender loving care than ever before.
And, I can tell you, I LOVE that cart, pictured above. It probably gets used more than any other tool on our place----barn cleaning, shavings, carting hay, hauling off leaves, stems, carrying gravel---you name it.
The cart, which was a birthday present from Bill a few years back, has paid for itself many times over. Plus, 'cept for the wheels it's downright indestructible.
And, so the bushes and the horses will get their beauty parlor work on a daily basis, as will my board fences, which are due for a major paint job.
That one corner which is the first portion of the barnyard fence seen as folks drive in the driveway has taken a spattering hundreds of times a day as Liam races round the corner to keep those horses in line.
Bad Liam, but, in these times, nice to have the painting project.
On the subject of social distancing, as mentioned before, this can be a creative time, as exemplified in this piece about Sir Isaac Newton who distanced himself from the epicenter of the Plague.
We are already seening wonderful examples of creativity in time of crises, and who knows what will come.
Sadly, we're still seeing clusters of hate on social media. Maybe we need to distance ourselves from hate as well as the virus.
Facebook post from Karren Williams, a Sandpoint High grad living in the Boston area.
In
a time where Italian people are denied life saving healthcare due to
limited resources, people have no income as business are closed and
others are scared - it is so disheartening to still see hate posts and
overall mean posts. Sorry, but some of you already have the virus- the
virus of hate.
Good point, Karren.
Lately, it's been difficult keep my hands off the keys when reading some of conspiracy theory posts still appearing.
Conspiracy theories are not gonna get the world through this virus. Save 'em for later.
Also, as an English teacher and longtime journalist, I'd like to suggest one guideline for people to follow before posting on social media.
One of the most important rules I was taught as a journalist emphasized that the more controversial the material, the more the sources need to be credited.
In fact, just like the experts are saying about taking precautions to avoid getting or spreading the coronavirus---if you feel like you're overdoing it, you're probably doing what's best.
Same is true when you spread information any ol' time but especially during these times. Provide reliable, credible sources, or, as with the disease, don't spread it!
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Good point, Karren.
Lately, it's been difficult keep my hands off the keys when reading some of conspiracy theory posts still appearing.
Conspiracy theories are not gonna get the world through this virus. Save 'em for later.
Also, as an English teacher and longtime journalist, I'd like to suggest one guideline for people to follow before posting on social media.
One of the most important rules I was taught as a journalist emphasized that the more controversial the material, the more the sources need to be credited.
In fact, just like the experts are saying about taking precautions to avoid getting or spreading the coronavirus---if you feel like you're overdoing it, you're probably doing what's best.
Same is true when you spread information any ol' time but especially during these times. Provide reliable, credible sources, or, as with the disease, don't spread it!
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From this morning's New York Times briefing:
Smarter Living: There are ways to help your community while practicing social distancing.
For starters, donate — ideally money, not food — to your local food bank.
In
light of recent circumstances surrounding the global pandemic and the
abrupt school closures in our area, we are offering 100 free sack
lunches available every Friday until school resumes, to anyone in the
community who is worried about feeding their child lunch.
Porch pick up, no questions asked, starting at 7 am. ♥️
Thanks for taking the lead @jitterzespresso
#community #noshame #feedthekids #packriverstore
Porch pick up, no questions asked, starting at 7 am. ♥️
Thanks for taking the lead @jitterzespresso
#community #noshame #feedthekids #packriverstore
Pack River Store Many
people have reached out to us, asking if they can donate to our
mission to provide 100 Free Sack Lunches on Friday’s to kids in our
community while the school district is closed.
Along with our staff, the support of local farmers and our food distributors, we have decided that we will donate our time to make as many lunches as can for children in the community. ♥️
If you would like to make a monetary donation, 100% will go directly to making and providing sack lunches to the children in our community, we have set up a PayPal account: packrivercatering@gmail.com
If you would like to donate food, we urge you to donate to Bonner Community Food Bank (208)263-3663 [to find out their needs.
Or mail a check to
1707 Culvers Drive
Sandpoint, Idaho 83864]
In a time of utter uncertainty, it is nice for something to finally feel “right.” The outpouring of support and kindness from the community has brought tears to our eyes and hope in our hearts.
Please continue to stay safe, and support small businesses and restaurants during this scary time. We are all in this together.
With love and gratitude,
Alex, Brittany and our staff at The Pack River Store ♥️
Along with our staff, the support of local farmers and our food distributors, we have decided that we will donate our time to make as many lunches as can for children in the community. ♥️
If you would like to make a monetary donation, 100% will go directly to making and providing sack lunches to the children in our community, we have set up a PayPal account: packrivercatering@gmail.com
If you would like to donate food, we urge you to donate to Bonner Community Food Bank (208)263-3663 [to find out their needs.
Or mail a check to
1707 Culvers Drive
Sandpoint, Idaho 83864]
In a time of utter uncertainty, it is nice for something to finally feel “right.” The outpouring of support and kindness from the community has brought tears to our eyes and hope in our hearts.
Please continue to stay safe, and support small businesses and restaurants during this scary time. We are all in this together.
With love and gratitude,
Alex, Brittany and our staff at The Pack River Store ♥️
Brittany, Alex and staff, you rock!
Since horses lead off this morning's post, here's an opportunity from my sister Barbara Tibbs:
We have been brainstorming ways to
get going without the possibility of exceeding the social distancing
recommendations and group limits for meetings.
Well, this is what we have come
up with.
We have established an online classroom that is similar to the
Schoology learning management system that the Lake Pend Oreille School District
uses called EasyClass.
This is a safe site where lessons, quizzes, discussions,
and many other activities can be accessed. This will also help us out as many
of our potential members are located in various communities throughout our
region.
Anyone interested in joining our youth group please contact us at emeraldempireahc@gmail.com and visit our website at https://www.eeahc.org/youth . We will help you get signed up!
Our youth club is all about creating new experiences, growing together, making new friends and most of all, having FUN!
Anyone interested in joining our youth group please contact us at emeraldempireahc@gmail.com and visit our website at https://www.eeahc.org/youth . We will help you get signed up!
Our youth club is all about creating new experiences, growing together, making new friends and most of all, having FUN!
Today's leadliners will grow to be
tomorrow's trainers, judges, breeders, exhibitors, board members, club
presidents, veterinarians and leaders of the equine industry.
It doesn't matter if you own a horse or not, or if he's an Arabian or a quarter horse or paint.
We all have one thing in common...horses. If you are looking to
have fun, partake in great equine activities, learn more about horses and the
equine industry, and make some new friends, come check us out.
We're a young,
exuberant group, and we are always looking for new members!
Our youth members are always on top of the game and we are ever so proud of their dedication!
emeraldempireahc@gmail.com
https://www.eeahc.org/youth
Finally, my friend Billy Austin posted this painting from France AND a couple of fun videos to tickle your funny bone.
Happy Wednesday.
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