When you've got an itch, scratch it.
This is a common sight for Lefty who has spent a lifetime itching.
He's had a mysterious skin ailment, causing him to often rub his hide raw.
We've explored pretty much every option available but have never found a sure cure for it.
Right now, Lefty has no raw spots on his body, but those flies sure do go after his belly when he's out on pasture.
I caught him in this pose yesterday while walking through the pasture looking for his fly mask, which often comes off during the day.
Fly season is upon us, and the horses are glad to come in at night where they can stand in the barn to get away from the buggers.
This is also the season that we have designated for "Bridie Growing Up" time. This week, we have set aside time where we can watch as Bridie runs free without her leash.
So far, so good. The main concern with letting her loose is the road.
Fortunately, for the most part, the other dogs stay away from the road, so we're hoping Bridie will do the same.
I think Bridie realizes that she is getting more freedom than ever, and she likes the change.
Soon, we're hoping to try a night without her staying in her crate and without the house being chewed up.
Reports of success or failure to come.
We're pleased thus far and hoping that by the time she turns 1 next month, Bridie will be bomb proof in the safety and house hazard departments.
Last night, Bill and I left the dogs behind and took an evening drive up to Caribou Creek.
Those high-priced white buckets went along, but once again, they came home empty.
We discovered no huckleberry heavens but sure did see a lot of fireweed and wildflowers.
We also saw a couple of turkeys, a confused chipmunk, which finally decided to get out of the road and an elk.
Unfortunately, the elk was too far ahead of us in the road to catch a good picture.
It was a pretty drive, which took us up a road we had never traveled.
Today is a big day for Bill. He and Willie will be taking off soon for a day of fishing the Coeur d'Alene River.
They'll definitely be in anglers' heaven, and I don't expect to see them back before dark.
Below, you'll see a video, shot at this past weekend's Regional Arabian Sport Horse Show in Monroe, Wash.
Roxzene, my sister Laurie's friend, took the video as Laurie and her horse Pache aka Ravenwood Hotstuff+ earned a championship in Western Dressage. She actually won two other championships and a reserve in additional classes.
It's a beautiful matchup of an amazing horse and his rider.
So, I hope you take time to watch. Click to enlarge for a great view. Nice job videoing, Roxzene!
Enjoy.
Happy Wednesday.
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