One of our horses decided to perform The Disappearing Horse Trick for our farrier yesterday. 😂😂

@buckers2023.bsky.social Sable says, “Thanks for asking about her!”

This is why it takes me so long to complete morning farm chores! …wouldn’t have it any other way.

“Oh, I’m ever so sorry,” said the little bee. “I can’t stop to chat, not today—I’ve got very important work to do. Yes, very important indeed!”

“Watch, now, how I start the day in happiness, in kindness.” (Mary Oliver—Why I Wake Early)

@caroleeena.bsky.social Jenny clams up the moment I start to video her when she beating. But here’s Donkey sharing his opinions! 😂😂

@caroleeena.bsky.social Didn’t want you to worry about our Jenny! She has a brand new hay bale all to herself. 🤗🤗 (Notice how pleased she looks?)

Every morning these guys are all healthy and happy is a good morning! ❤️❤️ I just couldn't ask for any more. 🙏

If Sven were human….

Morning coffee with Stella. ❤️

For you @caroleeena.bsky.social Jenny sends all her love. ❤️

Second hip replacement and 14 week rehab now complete! WHEW! 🤗

Smooch getting the ladies going this morning! (Gala was so annoyed! All she wanted to do was peacefully graze!) 😂

Sable has the watch. 🥰

Sable and I enjoy early morning walks around the farm before the world wakes up.

Smooch is always the first to appear at mealtimes! You could set your watch by him. 😂😂

This one’s for you @caroleeena.bsky.social. Jenny relaxing in the barn this afternoon. 🥰

Feel good farm photo of the day. Daisy and Ghost!

Sunrise and sunset on a cold but beautiful day. ❄️☀️☃️

Sable is pleased to announce that as of today, she’s half way through her hip replacement recovery!

Daisy (horse) hanging out with our newest arrival, Ghost! 🤗🥰

This morning’s sunrise. The two horses coming in from the pasture are Sven and Classic respectively.

I’ve got an obsession lately with black and white photos, so…have another! (This is Jenny!)

A quiet Sunday

Donkey gives everybody BIG kisses! Muwah! 💋💋

Tink (the little mini) adores Classic. ❤️

It was quite an undertaking, but we made it to the new farm and the animals are all happy and safe!

I give you….Sven!

He’s been hiding out here at Hoof and Paw, keeping a low profile all summer….😉

He fell asleep while I was wrapping his back leg. Although I love all our residents, my heart truly belongs to our seniors. ♥️🐴

Yes!!!

This.

Almost didn't see her! Stealthy little cat, she is.

I gathered the golden leaves—now brown, edges curling in quiet retreat—and pressed them to my face. I breathed in deeply, taking the scent of earth and sun, the echo of life. Here was color woven with the delicate thread of time, the silent grit of holding on, and the gentleness of letting go.

“No, no.…we don't want fresh water. We’d rather drink out of this nasty puddle.” Cats. 🙄🤣

They are the very best of friends. ❤️

There’s nothing better than watching a retired horse relax at sunset with a warm meal in his belly…

Sable enjoying an afternoon nap after a lengthy romp all over the back woods!