Not much to report on the Sonny front for this week. It's wet. He says "Quack" on a regular basis now. I am afraid to take him to the lake, for fear he'll dive in and grow gills, too.So today, included are some "stock" shots of the past months, when the sun was bright, the days warm, and Sonny was just plumb full of himself. Wait- he's ALWAYS full of himself. ALWAYS. Wouldn't be Sonny without some 'Tude, right?
2009 was a hard year. This time next week, we'll have the first Sonny's Sunday of 2010. It leaves me looking back a bit, at what the year held for us at Command Central. Sonny alternated between lame and sound, and during times of soundness we were able to ride. Life changed permanently in May, when Johnny Reb had a severe reaction and illness beset him from what was supposed to be a straightforward surgery. Things have gotten better, but... well, they'll never be quite the same again for any of us- most of all Johnny Reb.At the end of August, as things were settling down into a predictable pattern, someone decided that Sonny needed to be somewhere other than here. Had they known this big red horse, and his attitudes, they *might* have wanted to pick on a lesser animal, as once he decides he is NOT going to co-operate with you, Sonny indeed, does NOT. The end result left us wondering, for about two weeks, if we could even save him.
Recover he did, and ride we have. Big Red beat the odds, one more time.
Are there goals for 2010 with this red monster of mine?
I don't really know.
Shows?
Trail rides?
Pasture puff?
Who can say. Time, once again, will be on our side.
Keeping him sound- or as sound as possible- is a high priority. Continuing under saddle work is also a priority. But beyond that.... well, beyond that is a day to day deal.Yes, 2009 was a time for many changes, in many ways. Half of me is excited to see what 2010 may hold- half is suspicious and wary (not to mention WEARY.)
Happy New Year, everyone. May 2010 bring about all you wish for, may your horses stay sound and healthy, and may your rides be many.
~MM
17 comments:
Wow! 2009 was quite the year for Mr. Bunz. A lesser horse wouldn't have made it through but this guy has guts and heart and that's what it takes sometimes. So glad that he is sound now and that you can take a little ride once in a while. I love the term 'pasture puff', that's a hoot! I will be praying that 2010 is a wonderful year for Sonny and all of your sweet family! xoxoxox
starting with december 08 it was the worst month of my life followed by the year of hell called 09. This december and christmas for that matter has been amazing.
Thank you for following my blog as well.
It really has been a wild year for Sonny! I've enjoyed getting to know you and following along on your adventures. Mat the good Lord bless you and your family in the coming year.
Here's hoping 2010 is better for us all.
And I thought I was happy to see 2008 bite the dust. Geez!
I love love love the 1st shot and last shot in this post. The big red machine looks awesomely good running in the first pic. :)
(I know you know he's a handsome boy)
I'm wishing a year of health and happiness for you, DH, the kids, Sonny and extended family.
Sonny looks so good! I sure hope 2010 is the best year ever for all of you!!
Sonny's looking good!
May 2010 be a great year for all of us!
Happy Holidays
Here's to a great 2010 for everyone! I hope Sonny has a better year too - staying sound is a good thing all 'round.
I'm with you on the 'wary', 'weary'.
Happy Holidays! Sonny looks super! :)
And, check your email.
Thank you!
Yeah for 2010..lots of hope for the coming year.
Well he looks wonderful considering what he went through this year. I hope 2010 is a better year for both you and Sonny. And thank you BTW for the kind comments you left for me...
We had some rough spots this year as well ! Lets have a big group hug for a fantastic and prosperous New Year!
Hooo RA!
I hope 2010 holds lots of sunshine, smiles, and riding time. If you could get out to a show that would be uber cool, but as you have said before, you have time with him. Happy New Year!
Right back at ya, my friend!
And I'm where you're at with the feeling excited to see what 2010 may hold and also suspicious and wary (and weary, too).
They say bad things come in three's and my mare injured me twice in 2009. If we move to 2010 is the 3rd time erased?
gah!
Happy New Year to you and your handsome Sonny Bunz! And it's a good thing he can be so stubborn in his case. It's probably what saved his life AND brought him back to you when those idiots tried to steal him.
Give him a carrot for me :)
~Lisa
Happy new years for horse lovers!
Here's hoping that 2010 is kinder and gentler to all of us - Happy New Year to you and all of your family, 2 and 4 legged!
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