Redford is about a year and a half old right now. He has been much slower to mature than Rafer Johnson was, but I think in these pictures you can see that he has finally begun to lose his "baby" self and is transforming into a more mature young donkey.
Sheaffer, here you can see that he is practicing some of his "donkey dressage extravaganza" moves. NO ROLLKUR HERE! He is behind the vertical but I suspect he got wind of the upcoming performance and is trying to be funny.
In spite of the dry spell we're having, July is also an incredibly bountiful month. We have so many yummy things growing, ripening, and being harvested. And as all donkey lovers know, every donkey activity ends with some happy munching.
Here's to a relaxed, productive, and bountiful month for all.
Redford is a cutie. It does look a little dry but that's July. Except of course for us. No riding again today with the raining on and off. Things are humid and soggy. What I wouldn't give for a little sunshine and a cute donkey nose to kiss.
ReplyDeleteArlene, are you all breaking rainfall records this year? It is amazing how much you're getting!
ReplyDeleteI'm a little nervous about folks setting off fireworks this weekend with things so dry. :/
I have your portrait of the two donkeys as my screensaver. LOVE EM!
ReplyDeleteBillie, Redford has the all important panache and presence needed for high-level Donkey Dressage. Even while reclining, he is working hard at the stretching exercises critical to a stellar performance. His "salute" stance is impeccable and he is able to convey the subtlety of having "a leg at each corner". That boy belongs in the limelight.
ReplyDeleteSheaffer, you're right - he's practicing his "halt at X."
ReplyDeleteNow we must select a piece for his musical freestyle.