Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Don't forget about "Spook"


Out to play


Kittens at CVF

Elizabeth & Sheila came out to check out the kittens.
The kittens put on quite a show.

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Jack in his marathon harness

We have been working with Jack in his modified marathon harness.
It goes well with the cross-country buggy.
Thanks Elyse for all your help.

Fall is coming to CVF

We are starting to see some colour over our North field.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Flamborough Review of Fair

Thanks Allyson for your great coverage.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Amanda & Cindy

Ann's two young fillies came to visit.
They like the view from out behind the drive shed.

Flashback: 1997 Dundas Sesquicentennial

It was fun to celebrate 150 years with Dundas.
A good excuse to grow a beard just like the ancestors.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

See Jack at the fair on YouTube

To see a short clip of Jack go to:
This was his first fair and he sure came though with flying colours.

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Great Day at Aberfoyle Fair




We each won a first with the help of "Jack"


Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Flashback: Dorothy showing at Aberfoyle

Looks like we'll give it a try with Jack this year.

Friday, September 4, 2009

Mane rolling clinic at CVF

Last night we learned more before the fairs.
Thanks Ann for all your help and knowledge.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Flashback: Aberfoyle Fair 2002

In 2002 we showed Laddie and Bonnie.
This year we hope to show Jack.

Thursday, August 27, 2009

And the winner is......................

Sandy has won with the names "Gladys" & "Gertrude".
Congratulations.
Ann & Grant made the choices.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Flashback: Winter sleigh rides

With fall coming can winter be far behind.
More sleigh rides this year with "Jack" are in the plans.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Checking out the new livestock trailer

Sure looks like it should do the trick.

2009: Special Horse treat recipe

Thanks Luanne, Erin & Julie for the treats & recipe.
I tried one myself, and they are good.

More rides with Jack & the buggy

Toby came this a.m. with his family.
They even brought some home-made horse treats. Thanks.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Holy cats-More kittens

Another nest of kittens born on the 18th of August.

Flashback: Super, the Hackney Horse

Super was our first carriage horse we showed more than 20 years ago.
We have learned a thing or two about horses and harnessing since then.

Friday, August 14, 2009

2009 Dundas Cactus Parade

Supporting Mark Preece Family House
Thanks Elizabeth for the ride in your 1960 Morris Minor Convertible

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Flashback: Visiting a farm

Even as a small boy I was visiting farms.
Notice the chickens, ducks, and the horse.
Life is indeed a cycle.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Toby drives Jack

Another good morning of driving.
We're happy with the fit of the harness.
Thanks again Toby for your help.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Flashback: Belgium team from years ago

Connie & Tara were a good team.
Looks they need more work to slim them down.

Monday, August 3, 2009

Twins visit the farm

Max & Tilly had a visit at the farm for the weekend.
They loved playing with the kitten.