Saturday, January 12, 2013

Red Coats and Winter WonderLand! Stoecklein Photo Shoot


Red Coats and Winter Wonderlands! 

 


Red Coats and Winter Wonderlands ~ Recently, a friend posted a picture from that sent my mind reeling! 

It was bizarre really.....I vaguely recall what I did this morning let a lone years ago but this picture sparked the most random trip down memory lane and I just had to share! 

......Here we go!  Winter Flashback....home from college for some reason.....
Phone rings (lol….I think it was the land line at Mom’s), Dad needs me to come help him sort and load some horses.  He’s supposed to be headed to a photo shoot for but isn’t feeling good so if I just come help him get loaded he’ll be fine. 
Throw on some clothes and head to the corrals.  No one to impress, just going to help Dad load and then come back home. ( I should no better)

Sort, load…as the trailer door is being closed….Dad decides that he is too sick and can’t go.  I will have to drive the horses to the photo shoot.  

……Now as am in the pickup headed to this photo shoot….HOLY MACKREL….You haven’t showered….Your hair is in 2 braids like a little kid….and with your winter clothes on….it will be VERY HARD to distinguish you from a boy.  ( You think I'm being overly critical but the pictures don't lie.....lol....I think Dave even mentioned something about combing my hair ;) 


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I did get up make sure I got a shower in that night ….just so you know.  Knowing how Dave loves to shoot that glorious morning light.....Also, got up a lil’ bit earlier to clean up enough you could tell I was a girl. 

More Random Memories from the Day....
  • Beautiful red coat is definitely 10 times warmer than the white coat...just sayin!  
  • Dad wanted me to ride a stud colt.  Instead, once I got there, I rode the old broke horse, Rambo. (I'm super pea hearted) 
  • Rambo wacked his nose in the trailer and bloodied it a little and even though the stud colt looked prettier....I still rode Rambo.
  • During the shoot on the second morning, was so so cold.  Quite possibly the one on the coldest times I've ever had in a cowboy hat....right up there with a Dillon College Rodeo that it snowed at, Packing a flag at Chase Hawks Rodeo, and Riding at the Sheep Station)  
  • Dave told me that I needed to smile....I was certain that my face was frozen in postion and for my expression to change I would have to phyically change it with my hands and let it freeze that way.
  • One of the very prettiest scenes of the morning was right when the bright light was starting to hit the snow covered field.  We'd been running the horses around and everything was warmed up.  The gathered together and a pretty paint rolled in the snow. It was cold, crisp and the air crystals froze & shone all at the same time as the big ol horse froliced in the snow.  It was BEAUTIFUL and I don't think a single picture was captured of it. (Except in our pretty lil' minds)

 









FAMOUS David Stoecklein Print ~ PAINTS IN THE SNOW!


One of my favorite shots of the day! Rambo knows he's a star!
 Later, we took some more shots back at the ranch, below you will notice a cute Christmas shot, Red Ribbons and all....my favorite tho is the horses ears.....pinned!    For those of you who have ever been around Hoggan Horses....I was quite certain that I was tempting fate by climbing on ol' paint bareback.  This picture makes me laugh every time.


Hoggan Horse






The above photo, buddy Lincoln Zollinger and I....I think the conversation was something like....Lincoln....give Mindy a hug.  Lincoln was pretty sure that girls have cooties and that wasn't happening. 

 Pulling out of Zollinger's yard on the way home.....Drug the bottom of the trailer, broke the back end, and probably cost more money to repair than I made that weekend. (Dad was not impressed) 

Just a few of the fun, random, and bizarre memories from our Winter Wonderland Shoot! 
David is so talented that reguardless the conditions, his work is always stunning! 
Here are a few Covers from that shoot!


Good times with good friends and some fun memories! 
I just learned that David Stoecklein is having a 
Photography Workshop up at his ranch!
  Can't wait to see the adventures this winter wonderland will bring!
Hope to see you all there! ~ Mindy

p.s.  I had the honor of attending a Summer Workshop.
Check out the links to read full story!
  1. Cheesy Card Game Chip Dip ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/11/cheesy-card-game-chip-dip.html
  2. Just for You Sweet Pea ~ Sugar Snap Pea Appetizer: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/just-for-you-sweet-pea-sugar-snap-pea.html
  3. Treat Your Taste Buds - Tomato Salad: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/treat-your-taste-buds-tomato-salad.html

Workshop Information:
DAVID R. STOECKLEIN PHOTOGRAPHY STOECKLEIN PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FEBRUARY 8-10TH MACKAY, IDAHO
This February the Stoecklein workshop held at Dave’s ranch in Mackay, Idaho is going to be a cowboy winter wonderland.

Dress warm and get ready to capture the beauty of an Idaho Winter! The crispness that comes with the the first ray of light that dares break through the long cold night. Capture the stillness of snow covered mountainside. As you look through the photos, you can here the swish swish as the horses trail in unison through the snow.

"This workshop will give you ideas on how to capture not only great winter photographs but also great ideas for Christmas cards and so much more. Since Dave still has the Santa spirit we are offering $50.00 off if you sign up before January 9th 2013. Please call Sunny @ (208) 726-5191 ext. 15 or email at sunny@drsphoto.net

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Monday, December 31, 2012

My Oh My, EGG NOG CREAM PIE


My Oh My EGG NOG PIE!
Happy New Years Eve Gypsy Trail Friends! 
I had an epiphany this month that I just had to share!!!  Ok, so maybe it wasn't an epiphany but a stoke of genius......or maybe just a fun, simple, and  mad scientist food creation at very least!

Christmas Vacation Drum Roll........rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr....................
.................EGG NOG CREAM PIE!  Yes, that is right, one more use for that glorious Holiday Beverage!

Egg Nog Cream Pie 
~Party Guest List
  • 3 Cups Egg Nog
  • 1 Large Package Vanila Instant Pudding (5.1 oz) 
  • 1 Pie Crust ( Can be Grahmn Cracker, Traditional Pie Crust, Store bought or Homemade) 
  • Whipping Cream ( or Cool Whip...whatever makes your skirt fly up) 
  • Mixing Bowl, Spatulau, and Wisk
 
Egg Nog Cream Pie ~ Party Guest List

Follow PUDDING Directions and USE 3 Cups Egg Nog! 
It is super thick so it will still set up like the pie directions.

Pour 3 Cups Egg Nog in a mixing bowl

Add Pudding Powder to Egg Nog in bowl

WHISK Away at the mixture until you don't think you can whisk anymore!
3 Minutes seems to get it whipped into shape pretty good.

POUR Crazy Egg Nog Concoction into Pie Crust
A Spatula is very helpful to get the thick mixture off the sides of the bowl.


Resist the temptation to stick your thumb in it for a taste.
(You do have permission to lick the bowl that you are finished with:)

Lathe in a delicious WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING!

My Oh My EGG NOG PIE!!!
  Serve & Enjoy! 

Here is a quick version of the recipe without all the pictures :)
My Oh MY Egg Nog Cream Pie ~Party Guest List
  • 3 Cups Egg Nog
  • 1 Large Package Vanila Instant Pudding (5.1 oz) 
  • 1 Pie Crust ( Can be Grahmn Cracker, Traditional Pie Crust, Store bought or Homemade) 
  • Whipping Cream ( or Cool Whip...whatever makes your skirt fly up) 
  • Mixing Bowl, Spatulau, and Wisk
 Party Plan:

Add 3 Cups Egg Nog & 1 Large Package Vanilla Pudding to mixing bowl.  Whisk throughly for about 3 minutes.  Add Mixture to Pie Crust.  Spread generously Whipped Cream topping on top of Pie Filling. 
Serve and Enjoy or Chill & indulge later!

(Tips : For a milder taste, You use half milk and half egg nog for your pie filling mixture.  If doing so, use pie filling directions and only use 2 1/2 cups liquid)




THANK YOU so much for traveling the gypsy trail with me this year!  Looking forward to a fabulous 2013!
Much Love,
Mindy

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P.S. Here are some other recipes you might enjoy:

for a MASTER LIST of ALL Recipes available on the blog Click Link Below
:http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2013/10/rodeo-tales-and-gypsy-trail-recipe.html
  1. Sour Cream Apple Pie ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/02/sour-cream-apple-pie.html
  2. If the Chuck Wagon's Rockin ~ My Shepard's Pie ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/03/if-chuck-wagons-rockin-my-shepards-pie.html
  3. Uncle Jim's Famous Beer Batter Bread ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/09/uncle-jims-famous-beer-batter-bread.html
  4. Cowboy Approved Sandwiches ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/10/cowboy-approved-sandwich.html
  5. Best Brownies in the World ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/11/best-brownies-in-world.html
  6. Cheesy Card Game Chip Dip ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/11/cheesy-card-game-chip-dip.html
  7. Yummy Potatoes ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/12/yummy-potatoes.html
  8. Snicker Doodle Salad ~ http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/snicker-doodle-salad.html
  9. Wild West Lasagna ~http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/wild-west-lasanga-no-cook-noodle-lasgna.html
  10. Just for You Sweet Pea ~ Sugar Snap Pea Appetizer: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/just-for-you-sweet-pea-sugar-snap-pea.html
  11. Treat Your Taste Buds - Tomato Salad: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/treat-your-taste-buds-tomato-salad.html
  12. Bucking B.L.T.omato Salad Sandwich: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/bucking-bltomato-salad-sandwich.html
  13. Bronc Rider to Breakfast- Ham & Cheese Crossiant: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/bronc-rider-to-breakfast-ham-cheese.html
  14. Fill Your Feed Bunk - Homemade Pizza: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/fill-your-own-feed-bunk-homemade-pizza.html
  15. Sow Your Wild Oats ~ No Bake Cookies: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/sow-your-wild-oats-no-bake-cookies.html
  16. Cause a Commotion~ Creamy Tomato Soup: http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/01/cause-commotion-creamy-tomato-soup.html
  17. IDAHO COWBOY~Homemade Potato Soup:http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/02/idaho-cowboy-homemade-potato-soup.html
  18. GRANDMA MAY'S SUGAR COOKIES:http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/04/grandma-mays-sugar-cookies.html
  19. My Oh My Egg Nog Cream Pie : http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2012/12/my-oh-my-egg-nog-cream-pie.html
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Today I Am THANKFUL

LOVE this time of year and the attitude of gratitude that wafts through the air. Filling hearts, homes, and families with appreciation for the countless blessings pouring into our lives everyday! 

Here are a few moments that I am THANKFUL for:

Today I am thankful for matches. Seriously....they are awesome little fire startin dudes :) Lovin' a cozy home and wood heat. .........they are awesome Can you imagine trying to flint and stone up a spark every time you wanted a fire....I would freeze to death!

 Today I am thankful for bumpy gravel roads :) .....and getting to say....aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa......as you bump down the road. Thankful for the simple little things in life that make you giggle.
 .......Usually, my lil' sister & my little cousin, play the "aaaaaa" game on the way down the gravel road to my Dad's. They are both 5 and you wouldn't believe the fun you can have playing that game for a mile down the road. Hahaha.....tonight I found myself hitting the washboards in the road & saying......aaaaaaaaaaaaaa.......all by myself. I'm easily amused. What can I say

 Today I am THANKFUL for Assuming the BEST from everyone you meet. Thankful for humbling life lessons that remind you that people are not always as they seem and they are usually always better than you think, if you expect the best and give them a chance. Blessed ♥

 TODAY I am THANKFUL for Power and all the heat, water, lights, and basic blessings that I take for granted everyday.

Today I am thankful for the scenery driving country roads.  Love to coming around a bend to a herd of goats or beautiful black cows grazing.  Love Idaho 

 Today I am THANKFUL a roof that is still on the Pink House in this wind! Thankful for warm fire to cozy up to after being outside. Thankful for not getting blown off the table we stood on to put a tire on the roof to keep the tin from blowing off the house :)

 Today I am Thankful for packages delivered to your door, wonderful Lil' Red Roan customers ordering, a beautiful sunshinin' day, and small town hospitality, that when a neighbor stops by around lunch time, you can offer them a meal. ♥ Loving December Blessings!

Today I am Thankful for elves that sneak in and wash sinks full of dishes. Thankful for cut wood and warm fires. Thankful for clean rooms & beds covered in a quilt made out of Grandpa's jeans. Thankful for neighbor whose Christmas Candy....was a lasagna....on a night you really didn't want to cook.

 Today I am THANKFUL for friendly small town customer service, hard working, firewood packin, room cleaning, bed makin lil' boys, and hours spent in good company.  

 Tonight I am THANKFUL to hear the sound of a 97 year old man singing a lullaby to his beautiful bride of 60+ years. What a blessing to witness a true love story.

THANK YOU for taking the time to travel the gypsy trail with me today.  So grateful for you stopping by and hope you are inspired to write your own WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR TODAY list.
Much Love,
Mindy




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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Evening with Joe and Ella

Recently, I would have a blessing arrive on my doorstep bigger than I could ever imagine.  I was given the opportunity to spend time with some elderly neighbors for a few hours in the evenings.  I was a little hesitant in the beginning, mainly just because I hate to be committed to doing anything at a certain time and place everyday. :)  However, this visit would be come a bright spot in the day.  An evening spent with good people, in a home full of love and wisdom.  I jotted down a few of the amazing stories that have been shared with me so far.  Such an amazing Life we are given the opportunity to live!

I can think of no one else I'd rather go to dinner with!  The conversation is second to none.  Here are a few of my favorites. 

Ella: "Did you lose a button on your shirt?"
Joe: "No, I didn't lose a button.  I have a belly button there and that's the only button I need."

Joe "Old Mac's bridle didn't have a throat latch and if there was grass near by, he would shake his head until that bridle came off"
Ella remarks "They're foxy!"

A young Joe was in Sunday School and was asked to recite the ten commandments.  As he was going along instead of ...Don't covet your neighbors wife.....he said...."Don't cover your neighbors wife"
Oh the kids bust into laughter!  The nuns however did not see the humor.  (This is one of my favorites.  Just to hear the laughter in their voice when they tell a story :)

"I'm having an off day.....but I'll Giv'em Hell Tomorrow!" ~ Ella, age 96

Joe telling a story about being out in the field cultivating and the lonesome cooing from the doves.
Joe: "I hate them dam doves.  Such a lonesome sound.  About a mile from home with a team and a cultivator.  I walked home.  Dad asked me where the horses where?  I left them back about a mile. 
Dad said I better get them before they take off running and tear up the cultivator.  They hadn't run off.  They was tired from a long days work.  Coo Coo.  Coo Coo.  Hate those Doves.  So lonesome
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Ella: "I took a Life Saving Class.  Learned how to carry a drowning person.  Whenever my Mom would miss me...I'd be down at the bay.  We'd swim with the ocean liners. Those Big Ocean Liners pull alot of water.   Swim almost out and then the big waves would almost push you back to the dock. 

Ella fondly speaks of the ocean and swimming in its cold water.  Walking on the beach, water lapping at your ankles.  The sand wears your feet smooth to where there's not a callus left on them.

Joe and Ella both tell about sitting in the front room one night and they saw a mouse.  They set out after the mouse.  Joe shifted the furniture around 10 times.  They got to laughing so hard chasing after the sneaky little thing that they had to stop.  (Love to hear the laughter in their voices as they reminisce about time shared together)
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Ella: "My Dad died of TB.  I still remember the kids at school...My Momma says I can't play with you because your Daddy had TB.  Dad was a mechanic, one of the 1st to work on Ford's Model A's and T's.  Dad died when we were young, leaving Mom with 2 young kids to take care of.
One of the traits Ella often speaks about her mother is that she never worried.  Said there was just no use in it.  Valuable lessons to be learned :)

When Ella was 8 she WON a one of the 1st Model A's made.  The Mason Lodge gave tickets out at the elementary school.  It was her Lucky Day...of course her Mom had to sell it.  (Love them, I can just hear her voice as she tells me the stories)

Joe and Ella tell about a real estate guy named Draper that showed them the Idaho property.  They came up from California in 1973.  It was a pretty sad looking place Ella recalled.  Sand drifts up to the big picture windows and not hardly a tree on the place.  Ella told Joe "If you want to get it ok...but I think I'll live in town"  She soon follows that up with "Famous Last Words"
There home now is fully surrounded by trees and has a beautiful green lawn.  They put in lots of hard work.

Joe and Ella visiting one evening out on the yard swing:
Joe: Cat's can do anything in this yard and my dogs can't do anything.
Ella: Dogs make a bigger mess.
Joe:   Those dogs protect you from Gangsters.
Ella: Gangsters would take one look at me and leave.  Mean ol' woman in that yard! 

Ella kicks at the cat.
Joe: You're too mean
Ella: They can lick their butt somewhere else.

Ella breaking up a cat fight.
Joe: Let'em fight! ....Best cat wins!  (Insert sly smile)

Joe tells a story about picking black berries with Aunt Doll. 
A bear came up.  The Bear said WUFF.  I said WUFF ...and we both left.

Ella was an amazing cook.  I still remember the delicious meals she would make for the branding crew. 
Joe tells a story about Jerry Williams: I'm gonna have to bring my wife over so you can show her how to cook that chicken. 
Ella: He did always love my fried chicken.

Spit Fires tonight :)
Joe and Ella outside in the swing. 
Ella sent the dog away.   She doesn't like them up by the swing.
I said, Broke his little heart.  Joe replies, "He'll have a lot more broke if he comes over here"

Ella tells a story from her school years
We would line up to go into school in the mornings.  Teacher wacked my hands for talking in line.  Well, it wasn't me!  I asked what she did!?  Ella replies, "I took that ruler and wacked her back!  I got sent to the priciples office.  I'd take my punishment if I've done it but I haven't done it. I'm gonna Buck.  I've got a temper then .
Joe chimes in...That's how I lost my finger....She wacked it off.

Joe, age 97, tells about riding a horse the other day.  He was warming it up for one of his Great Great Grand Kids that had came up from California and wanted to ride.  He remarks about how he'd seen stories in the paper about 80-90 year olds riding.....it's not funny!  Need to ride everyday.  It had been about 3 months since I'd rode and I thought my arms where going to fall off my body!

Almost every night Ella tells me about words from Joe's father, "It's hell to get old" she says and now I understand what he was talking about.  

After dinner, we often have warm water foot soaks and do a foot massage.  Often times, Joe, age 97 and Ella, age 96 can be seen playing footsy at the table.  They are the cutest ever. What an inspiration!  So blessed to be able to stand in their glow.
Here is a few more stories from Joe and Ella: Mules and Beaver Hats
http://rodeotalesgypsytrails.blogspot.com/2011/12/mules-and-beaver-hats.html

 *******Additional Joe and Ella Stories******* Updated 2/20/13


      Muskal Wine ~ “I remember one time when I had to much to drink.  I was maybe 17 and mother had went to Oregon to take care of my older sister.  That Muskal Wine!  I must have spent two days on the Davenport.  Oh, I was sick!  Typical Teenager.  (as she shrugs her shoulders)  These young kids tickle me.  They don’t think we know anything.  They could learn a thing or two if they would listen” Ella, age 96

Joe recalls a story about taking Ella’s mother to the Doc : Ella’s mother wasn’t feeling good.  We took her down to Doc Tunin.  He was a good country doctor.  Wasn’t anything to big, just wasn’t feeling right.  He was really examining her well.  She says, “Well Doc, you examine a guy from Ear Hole to A hole”   (lol….I think she actually said the word but Joe was too polite to say that in front of Ella and I)

“Ol Dorthy was a cute gal, a lot of fun, good personality….but the morals of a snake”  

“I like a good high ball every once in awhile” Ella, age 96

“Coming down from Oregon, I had enough credits that I only  went a half a day my last year of highschool.  I took a job working for Judge Winburn.  I was a typist and took short hand.  In his office, he had a cubby hole that was just big enough for a cot.   When he had too much to drink he’d go in there and sleep it off.  Leave me in the front office to take care of business.  Quite a thing for an 18 year old kid”  ~ Ella

“Dad used to make Muskal Wine.  It was nice, sweet and not to strong.” Joe, age 97

“Mom was dating a guy named Chuck. During prohibition I think.  They bootlegged in the house.  There is a big crock downstairs that Mom used to make beer in.  It would take about 30 days to ferment” ~ Ella

“Ol’ Sam Rich, he had a big long beard and a crooked foot.  Good ol’ man but scary looking for a kid.  Dad had sent me down Sam Rich’s place to get him to help harvesting grain.  Sam could sew sacks.  He could do Anything! Didn’t care what you paid him as long as he got a buck or two.”   Joe  … (remember to ask about him drinking Canned Heat!)

“You can lose a few fingers and you can lose a few toes….so long as you don’t lose your Mind…you’re all right” Joe Marty, age 97  (missing a Toe and partial finger)

Joe, were you parents tough?  Joe replies“ Yes, those Swiss people are tough.”  Ella chimes in, “Yes, the Swiss people are Tough….just ask me!  (as she points at Joe and smiles)

“When Dad was 6 or 7, he would herd goats.  Everyone had a couple goats to milk.  Around daylight, he would head up the trail with his goats to graze on the top of the mountain.  Those goats are smart.  Coming home at night, those goats drop right out and go to their spot to be milked”  ~ Joe speaking about his Dad
When it started to rain and thunder all the goats would run for cover under a tree or bush.  If they got up and ran to another tree…you better go with them because lighting would hit right where they were at.” Joe, speaking about stories from his Dad

“He could do Anything He Made His Mind To” Joe, speaking of his Dad

“There were four girls in the family and there were no doctors for any of them.  Joking….Pappa probably used baling wire to tie their belly button”  - Joe

Rabbit Drives –  Joe remember the Rabbit Drives.  Anybody with a 4 wheeler would go, horseback or on foot too.   Ol’ Siddoway had a brand new pickup and he told me to come…Zig Zagging through the sagebrush. The sagebrush was high.  They would gather the rabbits into a corral.  Squealling ans screaming. There were THOUSANDS of them.    You can’t image it.

 “That town ain’t made for hillbillies” Joe, age 97  ~ 2/19/2013

UPDATED JUNE 12, 2013 ------------------------------------------------------

* Leo Nagel had a prune orchard.  They picked, washed and then put them in trays to dry.

Russian Jake, he was a TOUGH ol' bird!  Tough and his wife was tougher.  Their mules got loose and ran through the field and the trays.  Leo was a big strong man.  Leo was MAD he could've killed him.  Went up to Russian Jake, MAD, and hit him in the chest as hard as he could.  (Joe chuckles) Russian Jake didn't even budge.  ...In an accent, ...."Oh Leo, don't fight" Story told by Joe

*"I used to hook 8 mules.  4 abreast is the best, if not you lose a lot of power. 
Farther you get back from your load, more power you lose.  Closer you keep horse power to your equipment, more power you have. 
If they weren't too wild, I could hook 8 head in 10 minutes" Joe Marty
Happy Anniversary! 6/12/2013


*HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Joe and Ella!
"He was a handsome critter when he was young. He had the most GORGEOUS Eye Lashes! We hit it off pretty good. I fell for him. We fell for each other" Ella, age 97
(64th Anniversary, I think, they couldn't remember for sure)
Holding Hands & Dancing a Jig ~ Grateful for the examples I have the privilege to learn from. Joe & Ella, holding hands as they watch the Lawrence Welk Show. It was swing bands tonight & one of their favorites. They were dancing a jig from their chairs. 97+ in age and they still some of the funnest people I know. Tonight we laughed till we were crying." ~ 10/7/2013

Thank You so much for taking a few moments to travel the gypsy trail with me. 
Hope you enjoyed the ride ~ Mindy


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