Bernice, Sadie and I celebrated the 4th with a dip in my heavenly swimming pool. Ok, Sadie and I went in--twice. The groomer had just been here, and Bernicie didn't want to spoil her do, so she lay in the shade of a patio chair and watched. Later in the evening, a...

This being Independence Day, it follows that I've been thinking even more than usual about what being American means to me.It's easy in uncertain times like these to yearn for the proverbial good old days. As an avid student of this nation's history, I can tell you...

Who knows? There's some problem with the horse trailer at the boarding school, and the much-anticipated arrival of my valiant steeds is up in the air. If there's one thing I've learned, it's not to get excited over delays. This is the horse world for you. It's enough...

...of another exciting week here at the main house. The barn is almost finished, and the horses are slated to come home TOMORROW. I can hardly believe the day is finally--almost--here.I'm not sure when my new baby, a mare named April, will arrive--my brother found her...

Some of you worry about me, bless your hearts.Me and the pink boots are home, safe and sound. I'm at the main house for the time being, and you'll be happy to know I'm no longer writing this blog from the side of my bathtub.I had a wonderful time in both Kansas City...

I leave for Kansas City this afternoon, and won't get in until late tonight. Anyway, I decided to grab one more chance to blog. The painting is finished in my room, and big, strong men are coming on Friday to set up my huge, luxurious new bedroom set, which looks like...

Off I go in my new pink boots.Back on the blog July 2nd, with stories to tell.

That's how it is these days. Show up. Suit up. Get into the game.Today, I'm taking Sadie and Bernice to a nearby park for a walk. We all need a little sunshine, green grass, and fresh air.Next week, I'll be on the road, visiting Kansas City and Denver, two towns that...

The horses are coming home soon! Their stalls are ready, with fresh shavings and state of the art waterers. Hay is being delivered, even as we speak.Soon.Very soon.

I know I said I wouldn't run on about my dad's passing away, but I lied. There's more I want to say.The celebration was of Dad's life was held at the home he shared with my stepmother, Edith, in Grand Coulee, Washington. We gathered in the place he loved--his yard, in...

So many of you have expressed concern and condolence. Thank you so much. I can actually feel your caring.I'm be back on Monday morning.If you have a dad, hug him, once for yourself, and once for me.

I don't know what else to do but saddle up and ride this trail wherever it leads. It's one day at a time for me, but that isn't a bad thing, is it?One of the things I've noticed about this experience, losing a parent, is that there is something very sacred about the...