tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7769158267288053176.post8999693695136211092..comments2023-10-15T03:36:14.133-07:00Comments on Sheaffer: Much News - Some Of It Goodponymaidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02996833096239732307noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7769158267288053176.post-27034701069213274592011-04-29T17:30:26.457-07:002011-04-29T17:30:26.457-07:00billie, I may have that wrong - Chester could have...billie, I may have that wrong - Chester could have a case of Finch Foot but I rather think she said Thrush... Chester is trying very hard to figure out our routine and adapt accordingly. Because he was over-hungry and underfed at some point in his young life, he uses his left front leg to perform air pawing whilst he eats. The Woman explained to him that this causes his dinner to spill when his foot accidentally connects with the bucket. After only one explanation, he now keeps his foot on the ground but vibrates his leg like a wet piece of straw. I don't care for the sound of those gnats - are those some form of southern blackfly? I am coming to grips with this year's lack of party - it will give me longer to prepare a lengthy speech on the evils of cold weather.ponymaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02996833096239732307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7769158267288053176.post-44325407228857627082011-04-29T17:23:35.832-07:002011-04-29T17:23:35.832-07:00AutumnSkyRanch, the adoration is reciprocated - yo...AutumnSkyRanch, the adoration is reciprocated - you are obviously a donkeyphile through and through. I do consider myself an observer of life in general and could describe how to rewire a barn but not do the hoofs-on job Jack can. The weather here is simply unspeakable. I would love to be landscaping with Harry and Gunny in the sublime State of California.ponymaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02996833096239732307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7769158267288053176.post-70287103911101913962011-04-29T06:48:36.393-07:002011-04-29T06:48:36.393-07:00Sheaffer, what a relief to get such a thorough and...Sheaffer, what a relief to get such a thorough and well-typed report and update from your world. I have been missing your regular missives.<br /><br />You have permanently and beautifully transformed my perspective on the hoof ailment known as thrush. From now on I will gleefully think of it as "an infestation of songbirds" and will of course think of your brilliant and keen mind each time I do so!!<br /><br />Chester sounds delightful - what a relief it must be to have a youngster who is so orderly in his ministrations. Unlike a certain young mini-mule we shall not name. <br /><br />We have had all sorts of whirling winds passing us by this month - lucky for us we have not been affected but it is upsetting to see the photos of devastation of farms and homes not so very far away at all.<br /><br />Rafer and Redford are disgusted, completely, with the black gnats that have come out here. They like the tender flesh of equine bellies and groins, and I am out there daily assisting with battling these small creatures. Meanwhile none of this herd is suffering too badly with all the green grass and tender leaves - they can be disgusted in one moment and blissful the next, thanks to springtime. <br /><br />I can hardly bear to mention your birthday celebration being postponed but I know you will soldier along, waiting for the chance to wear that incredible firefighter's hat!billiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18187141867284800597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7769158267288053176.post-59509167066243720862011-04-29T06:41:58.298-07:002011-04-29T06:41:58.298-07:00I just adore you, Sheaffer. It is so good for a ...I just adore you, Sheaffer. It is so good for a donkey to have skills, no matter the type. You are more the observer/reporter which is just as important as being an electrician. I wish for your sake the weather would turn into Spring, as it's now almost Summer. As always, the invitation to visit California to help Harry and Gunny with their landscaping/mowing job is extended.Denise at Autumn Skyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00229028926029898680noreply@blogger.com