Hogues And Kisses » Animals

Trail Ride Through Aspen

Christine — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 03:00:53 +0000

Back in October, Bryon and Kay went on a trail ride in northern Michigan. Kay and Bryon took all of the pictures (700+ photos!) and though long overdue, I thought I’d share a few from their trail ride over the next few days.

This one was taken by Kay while on horseback. The aspen stood regal and bare. I love the contrast of the grey bark to the colorful autumn foliage. What a view my 2 trail riders had that day! Wow!

Photo taken by Kay. Post-processing by me.

Mule

Christine — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:34:20 +0000

As I mentioned yesterday, I have a few photos to share from Kayla’s trip with Ann-Marie to deliver a horse to its owner. All of these photos were taken by Kayla. Whenever I give Kayla the camera, I am always surprised at the images that she captures. She has a knack for photography, huh? And isn’t this mule such a cutie! Makes me want to sneak him home.

Photo by Kayla. Post-Processing by me.

Barn Cat

Christine — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:30:15 +0000

Been really busy this week packing and preparing to move so no current new photos to share. But I have a few from last month that Kayla took while hanging out at Ann-Marie’s barn. Back in May, Ann-Marie had to deliver a horse to its owner, and Kayla tagged along. At the owner’s barn, Kayla found this barn cat lazily sleeping on the hay. Looks like kitty wasn’t thrilled about being photographed! Rooooaaarrr!

Photo by Kayla.
Post-Processing by me.
Text by Kayla.

A Different Dance

Christine — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:03:41 +0000

Rachel had her dance recital, and now Kayla has a dance of a different kind to show.

Ann-Marie has recently started playing music while Kayla rides. Make sure you have your volume up when watching this video. Watch how Rhythm seem to be prancing to the beat of the song. It is like Kayla and Rhythm really are dancing. Pretty cool. Sure jazzes up the regular riding lessons, huh?

(Video taken by Ann-Marie Lavallee.)

Kay, Rhythm, and Lilacs

Christine — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 00:39:50 +0000

Last Saturday, Kay was at the barn all day helping Ann-Marie out. In Ann-Marie’s yard is this gorgeous lilac tree which is the perfect location for some great portraits like this one of Kayla on Rhythm. We have one in our back yard as well. When in bloom, the flowers radiate such a refreshing scent. I love to throw open the windows to allow the scent to waft into our home. Too bad the blooms don’t last long, though. I could breathe in lilac all year round.

Photo taken on my camera by Ann-Marie Lavalee.
Post-Processing by me.

Mud Bath

Christine — Sun, 29 May 2011 23:49:23 +0000

We’ve gotten so much rain last week that our backyard has literally turned into a small pond. Of course, where there is mud there is my oldest and the dog. Looks like they had a mud wrestling contest! Guess who got to wash those muddy clothes, too? That’s right… me. Took 2 washings to get them clean, too!

Merry Christmas

Christine — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 20:38:54 +0000

“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you: he is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:11)

May God’s love and gracious mercy be with you on this day and all through the new year. Thinking of our family and friends. Thank you for blessing our lives with your friendship and love.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Duchess

Christine — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:35:25 +0000

I don’t know where time has gone. I haven’t posted photos in awhile as we have been quite busy through the month of November. This one was taken in the beginning of November. Meet Duchess.

She was born May 2009 at Ann-Marie’s. This little girl is such a cutie. She’s got the sweetest temperament, and unlike her nervous half-sister, Queenie, she’s the clown of the family. She just loves to find trouble and play around.

I have a few more photos from late October/early November coming this week! So be sure to check back often!

Vintage Rhythm

Christine — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:16:04 +0000

Photo taken by Kayla.
Post-processing by me.

Hunter

Christine — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:44:12 +0000

Hunter has got to be one our favorite horses around. With a fantastic personality, he is always calm and cool. He belongs to Mike but we often see him around Ann-Marie’s barn participating in lessons, trail rides, and such. This handsome Quarter Horse has stolen Bryon’s heart from the beginning as well. Bryon wants a clone of Hunter for his own horse. Perhaps one day!