Carrot on a String.

Sometime in november we sat and talked. Pardon me, I talked, and That Guy listened. I suppose we were sharing childhood stories, or something of the such. To be entirely honest, I dont recall the conversation at all.

Ever since I was young, and of the cartoon watching age, I wanted to ride in a sleigh, and have the animal pulling, trying to reach a carrot on a string. Sort of like the picture below... except not even close. However, I am sure you get the idea. All rights Reserved to Ron Leishman.

Anyways, This fall my mother got a Miniature donkey. Her name is Ruby and she is the sweetest. She likes to nuzzel, and we take her on walks, she runs on ahead just like an incredible large puppy that has the potential to maul you to the ground and bite harder and faster than any other animal on this farm.

SO. In his own head, he came up with his very own idea for christmas. He never once hinted towards it, nor did I. I completely did NOT know what to expect for christmas. On the days nearing christmas I did not see That Guy very much due to the countless hours he spent in his shop, creating my christmas gift.

I was absolutely bafffled. He built me a beautiful little sleigh for ruby to pull. Its festively painted (I wait all year long for christmas) and the seat is beautifully covered in a deer hide from the first deer he ever shot as a kid. A little bit sentimental, right? I am still so amazed every time I look out the window.

Isn't It an absolute beauty? I am in love.

Phase 2. Harness Search

Phase 3. Let it Snow

Phase 4. Training.

I am crazy excited. He is so Amazing to me.

-Cheers <3

A Holiday Update.

New dirtbiking gloves.

Unwrapping.

Clearly dad is uninformed on the topic of focusing, but takes a photo anyway.

Beautiful new camera strap :)

Pretty little presents from Abbey

The green green grass on December 25th.

A lovely walk on the frozen lake.

A picture in a picture.

New boots.... yes, my christmas present to myself.

The sunlight was gorgeous.

And dinner was delectable.

She is so indie.

And he, is so redneck.

Merry Christmas all!

Well there was an update on my beautiful christmas day.

Hope yours was equally enjoyable :)

-Cheers

Winter.

Its cold outside this morning, the sky grey and the air still. Recently we've had our first snowfall, and for the most pat, it has managed to stick around. Outside it is beautiful, the grass lies in amongst a blanket of snow, and all glass surfaces are crisp with the tracks of jack frost. Christmas in nearly here (less than two months) and i find that it is now suitable to listen to christmas music. Sufjan Stevens christmas albums fill the air as i contemplate breakfast.

This morning started beautifully, my eyes opened without hesitation as my phone buzzed repeatedly on the floor. "Goodmorning my Love". I wont see the Cowboy today, he is out on the field driving cattle back onto the farm. My thoughts wander, and i wish i were there with a camera. The crisp white coating on every surface, the loud purr of the tractor, warm gloves and jackets, and the concentrated look on his face while he works. All of these things i would love to have captured in my photo library.

That Guy and His Concentrated Face

Alas! all is not lost! Tonight is girls night, the ladies will come, laughter and food will be shared. I cant wait. Now, I should likely get out of bed an consider providing myself with some nutrition.

Cheers & Happy Hollidays,
-Meadow