January 2012 | Just a few spots of rain

Today we managed to get a few spots of rain, just enough to wet the horses, but not enough to wet the ground unfortunately.  The clouds around us looked so promising, but the rain just slid right on past us.  These photos show how brown and dry everything is at …

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Christmas Day in the country

Merry Christmas!  What better way to spend Christmas day in the country but with family and our furry friends?  

Sunrise, sunshine, horses and chickens

There is no better way to start the day than watching the sunrise at 5.51 in the morning! But it was certainly warmer later in the day!  We’ve got a lot more cape weed growing this year, as well as more clover, rye and barley grass.  In the second paddock …

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Raj Pony in the office

Our New Office Boy

The reality of life can sometimes be a little overwhelming and occasionally it’s nice to just forget the things that make life complicated and have a little fun, especially if it will make the kids laugh.  I guess one of the side effects of G’s illness is that we do …

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Our Horses

The horses of Eagleburra

All four equine members of the family have settled into life at Eagleburra really well.  B1 has had her first rides on Sandy who is turning into a very good lead line pony, I think they will be ready to start riding off the lead line after Christmas, as long …

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