Saddling Up for the First Time

We went to Blakely this weekend to celebrate Papa's birthday. We had a lot of firsts on the farm with Felton, Sam, Walt and Collier all riding on a horse for the first time. Believe it or not, Walt was the only one brave (or oblivious) enough to sit on Lady all by himself. Now we have a lot of good pictures for next years birthday calendar. I think Adam would appreciate me pointing out that we failed to pack warm clothes for the unexpected cold snap hence the overalls. He's country but not the country.

Cowboy Walt

"Howdy."

Getting to know all Papa's animals.

"Please let me in the chicken pen."

Excited about riding Lady for the first time.

Brave boy was the first to ride.

Riding with Mommy.

Our little outdoorsman.

Finally willing to get on with Mommy.

Family fun on the farm.

Felton's first ride.

Loved being in the saddle.

Walt kept "spurring" the horse to get her to go.

Sam's turn with Aunt Whitney.

Felton helped lead lady around the yard.

Collier wanted a turn too.

Cowboy Felton helping guide.

Can't tell by his expression, but he loved riding.

Felton and Aunt Whitney preferred riding Lady to Jacque.