As the pastures turn!

Last week I decided to make the move and wean Duke.  He's just a little over 4 months old but he's very independent and wasn't spending a large amount of time nursing.  The drought has been hard on all of the horses and I didn't want to tax Lucy's body anymore then I needed to.

On Tuesday, MIL came over, loaded Lu up and took her to her house.  All of the while Duke was munching on his grain and never even noticed.  He's been very good about Lucy being gone and is adjusting well.

Wednesday I went over to MIL's as Black had managed to cut up her leg (we still haven't figure out what happened).  Poor Lucy!  Her bag was full and streaming onto the ground.  It must not have bothered her too much though as all she seemed concerned with was when she was going to get more food.

Duke got fitted with a new DUH halter on Thursday.  It is a bit too small so I need to check to make sure they have it tagged correctly.  It is supposed to be a weanling.  He doesn't have a big head so I can't see him needing a yearling halter already.

Shedding AGAIN!

Sunday the boys and I went to visit Lu at MIL's.  She was drying up well so I decided to go ahead and saddle her up.  Would you care to join me for a ride?

Yep, I saw Lucy's signature ears. lol  I really won't complain though.  I can't tell you when I rode her last and I'm guessing minus the bb ride a few weeks ago it was well over a year ago.  She was a pretty good girl.

After my ride Ty wanted to ride.  He loves Lucy!  So much I'm afraid I'm going to lose her to him in a few years.

I about fell down laughing when I heard him say "Lucy! Don't make me use the spanker."

After his ride he "informed" me he needed to wash "his" horse.  I'm not sure who had more water on them at the end of the bath - him or Lucy.