Who would have thought horses like mint?
That is the flavor of the treats Joan and Heather were provided to give neighbor horses of Cindie and Lauren – and the mule boarding with them.
It was a very brisk day, the kind that makes horses’ fur stand out with each hair frosted lightly at the ends, and breath billowing in the cold. So after brief petting and treats, the 2-legged company retreated to the heated tack room to discuss feed, water, tack, trails, rodent damage, and so forth. Nice to get to know some of the animals who leave their hoofprints on the local trails! And nice to get to know their people, our neighbors!
Good to get a new update and see the mischief you’re all up to these days.
Niilo was a great friend to my mom and dad, Bill and Pat Clark. When my mom passed, I walked into the living room and was surprised to see Niilo sitting in the easy chair like he was at home. He began to tell me stories about how he met my parents. One surprise, he was dad’s friend before Mom and Dad were married. I suppose that was because they were both surveyors and went to UAF together. He was there for the courtship and marriage and kids. Mom and Dad both worked on his campaigns. He was a man of integrity and great patience. He set a high standard for public service; one that very few of today’s representatives can meet.
I was very fortunate to have known him.