Tag Archives: horses

The Bright Side of Dark Stuff

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even something has drab and dreary as cleaning up manure has its up side: great compost for sale and tons of it! Continue reading →

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A Touch of Fire

Posted on October 29, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A touch of fire singes the fringesOf the fraying edges of a cold gray dayIn the corner of Kansas. Thin bits of ice glaze the rails of the round penWhere the pair of geldings send steaming breathInto the last shredsOf … Continue reading →

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Leading on a Loose Rope

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Doc Arnett

When you see a loose loop hanging down between a horse and its handler, you know they’re in step together. Like being in step with the Spirit… Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve Morning ’22

Posted on December 24, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A harsh wind, a muted sunrise, a fiercely blue sky above broken clouds… and farm chores… Continue reading →

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February Feeding in Northern Kansas

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A twenty percent chance of freezing rain has left a slight gray glaze on this February morning… Continue reading →

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The Blessings of an Autumn Day in the Flint Hills

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Until I came to Kansas, I had no idea how much color a tallgrass prairie could offer in autumn. Continue reading →

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Still Taking Chances, Still Sharing Dances

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Doc Arnett

When love is strong, you still feel together even when you’re miles apart, especially when you know you’re each doing what you love. Continue reading →

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August Evening

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Doc Arnett

A cool breeze on an August evening brings a refreshing change to day’s ending. Continue reading →

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July in Doniphan County

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Even on a day so hot it could sap a dead pine tree, there is beauty in simple routines. Continue reading →

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Green Pastures

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Have you ever felt as happy as a horse in new pasture? Well, good for you!! Could others tell? Then, double-good! Continue reading →

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