Sunday... there is nothing like waking up and knowing that you dont have to rush anywhere or do anything too stressful. That is, however, if all the mares have had their babies and are safe with their mothers, trying to share their feeds (like Local News and her Conatus colt, Jack - pictured left).
Unfortunately for both Evan and I, Miss Pip (Epiphany) still has not had her Conatus baby and we are on Foal Watch duty and we are both fairly tired by this stage - however, we will continue to sit up and do shifts until she decides its the right time to have her baby!
We have been pretty much blessed with over 2 inches of rain over the period Thursday - Saturday and of course the property is a quagmire but there are no complaints in this household. Finally, all 4 dams are looking healthy and full of water and the paddocks are now sprouting nice summer grass (instead of weeds!). So, today being the first dry day for a little bit, it was spent loading the washing machine!
Friday saw a visit from our favourite owners and good friends, the Koch's and a good time was had by all chewing the fat (and drinking the wine!). A trip on Saturday morning to see Dirtiere at Paul Moody's and then out to dinner in Warwick on Saturday night.
Bits and Pieces
Maz - the poor wee boy has really had a bad time of it since being vaccinated for EI with a bad reaction to the serum and Maz hitting his eye after a severe storm made it's way through Ballina. It's time for Maz to have some time out of the stable and we are currently speaking with the DPI to find out what our options are (or aren't as the case may be) for getting him home or finding a reliable and trustworthy soul to look after him for a month down Ballina way.
Shorts - Has been put out into the spelling paddock for a month as she became shinsore after her first Barrier Trial.
Centenn - will be back on track next week at the Gold Coast. Go Bob!!
Hopefully Kenny Kinjite and Wee Jim will be on their way to Paul Moody's - travel permits notwithstanding.
Bessie Merle - the countdown is now on for darling Merle. We are expecting her to give birth around December 3. Watch this space!
Well, time for me to go and put my feet up and relax a little before work starts again tomorrow.
Life is good - isn't it!
Helen.
Unfortunately for both Evan and I, Miss Pip (Epiphany) still has not had her Conatus baby and we are on Foal Watch duty and we are both fairly tired by this stage - however, we will continue to sit up and do shifts until she decides its the right time to have her baby!
We have been pretty much blessed with over 2 inches of rain over the period Thursday - Saturday and of course the property is a quagmire but there are no complaints in this household. Finally, all 4 dams are looking healthy and full of water and the paddocks are now sprouting nice summer grass (instead of weeds!). So, today being the first dry day for a little bit, it was spent loading the washing machine!
Friday saw a visit from our favourite owners and good friends, the Koch's and a good time was had by all chewing the fat (and drinking the wine!). A trip on Saturday morning to see Dirtiere at Paul Moody's and then out to dinner in Warwick on Saturday night.
Bits and Pieces
Maz - the poor wee boy has really had a bad time of it since being vaccinated for EI with a bad reaction to the serum and Maz hitting his eye after a severe storm made it's way through Ballina. It's time for Maz to have some time out of the stable and we are currently speaking with the DPI to find out what our options are (or aren't as the case may be) for getting him home or finding a reliable and trustworthy soul to look after him for a month down Ballina way.
Shorts - Has been put out into the spelling paddock for a month as she became shinsore after her first Barrier Trial.
Centenn - will be back on track next week at the Gold Coast. Go Bob!!
Hopefully Kenny Kinjite and Wee Jim will be on their way to Paul Moody's - travel permits notwithstanding.
Bessie Merle - the countdown is now on for darling Merle. We are expecting her to give birth around December 3. Watch this space!
Well, time for me to go and put my feet up and relax a little before work starts again tomorrow.
Life is good - isn't it!
Helen.
Miss Pip ... still waiting
The very cute, Miss Trixie with her mum, Joie.
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