Life Goes On...

for our yearling colt Jimbo, who is now on his own since Max left Massie Lodge.

Obviously not missing Max that much (and getting to eat his whole dinner without Max playing "cups up" with both of their bowls), Jim has struck up an interesting friendship with his half brother, Lenny, in the next paddock.

Some interesting trivia about Lenny and Jimbo. Both Lenny and Jimbo, whilst obviously not from the same sire, share the same feature on the near hind leg. This white patch is the same as their mother, Sweetie, who as you all know is a Chestnut with a white bit on the same area on her hind leg.

Their half sister, Lucy (by Pure Theatre) is completely different and has 3 and a half white socks. Figure that one out. lol

Even though Jimbo is quiet for a colt, we will be getting Monika to geld him in the next few weeks.

A busy half a week for us at Massie Lodge with my brother Neil coming up for a few days and then having the lovely company of our dear friend, Susie Black and her granddaughters, Tahnika and Ceelie - and not to forget of course, Patch Black who made a bee-line for the dam as soon as his paws hit the ground yesterday!!

A lovely dinner last night was had by all when we were joined by Monika Baffy. Gotta love that Semi Sauv Blanc..... yummo! Even better when it is from The Margaret River!

A busy day this morning was had pasting the last of the Massie Lodge residents.

Joie once again wins the Fidgit of the Year Award for not being able to stand still and Libby (Miss Independence), wins the Pratt of the Day after being a real pain in butt. I certainly wonder what goes through her mind sometimes. Maybe it's better that we dont know!!

The Dirty Girl, Jakey and Oscar were all good equines, however, the Gold Star award must go to young Jimbo who didnt care less about the whole thing and never moved a muscle. Gotta love the Jimbo.

Another week is just about upon us and Iam certainly being kept busy in my new job as there is a lot to learn.

Life is Sensational. Get some of your own!

Helen & Evan.

The handling practice (including lifting of all legs)

continues for Jimbo, with his mate Max long gone now.

Libby (with Isabell standing behind her) being a right pratt this morning.

The very handsome Oscar having a cuddle with Evan after his pasting.

The very lovely Miss Maddie, who looks beautiful and is so quiet

not being any trouble at all.


C'mon Joie.... you're going to love this!

Joie, who should be renamed, "Fidgit the Digit" not very happy about this morning's ordeal.

Evan with Jakey. Jakey was such a good boy during his pasting.


Eew yuk.... I hate being pasted!

I need a cuddle after that paste... or maybe a carrot? (Dirty Girl got both :-)