Home Sweet Home

It wouldn't be home without my family around! Thanks Dad, Joel and Jenna for helping me build this beautiful porch. And all my friends and family who helped build my amazing house!. This house has definately been a labor of love. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of everyone who helped clear this land, dig water and power, blue-print the plans, pack concrete by the bucket to help pour the foundation, cut and measure every stick of wood, swing hammers for hours, lay floors, and carpets, paint walls, hang doors, install door knobs, fixtures and appliances, trim doors and windows, move furniture, and other wise spend time at this little farm to make it be as sweet as it is! YOU are what makes this place so special, it wouldn't be my home without you. THANK-YOU MY FAMILY! I LOVE YOU!!!

Why Rescue?

Here's a glance back at "Harmony" a rescue horse from January 2007. There were 16 horses in Olympia that were impounded by hooved animal rescue, due to neglect. She came 350# underweight and sick with a nuerological parasite. She's now fully healed, good weight, has been broke to ride, and just adopted by a wonderful new home where she will be ridden and loved. If you ever wonder why there's never a shortage of horses here, she's a good example... It's for the joy of seeing them go from before to after. It's amazing to see their eyes brighten and spirits return when they are given a chance. What a difference!



While were at it here's a few more... This is "Ugly Duckling" he's not ugly anymore, but the name "Ducky" stuck! He's a handful, but also very loving. He still resides on the farm. With some more training, he will most likely go to a new home too!
Until then, he's happy to give pony rides...

All Grown Up, And Winning!

Everyone who knows me knows that I love pups too! Gordon Setters originated in Scotland, and were bred for performance bird work, and as loyal family dogs. I've enjoyed being able to raise a few litters. This little cutie is one of the pups from Ellie's last litter, they grew so fast! Ellie was a great mom, her pups are in family and hunting homes across the northwest.

"Rhett", a pup from the same litter. He's now owned by Amy and George Lutz, and shown sporting a first place ribbon after besting 15 dogs in his gun dog trial, with trainer RJ. A Proud
moment for everyone!!!!








Not to be forgotten though... no amount of ribbons
or pedigree can replace a proven farm dog, like "Maggie-Sue!"
Look at that face, don't you agree?

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Welcome, to my blog. Thanks friends and family for the encouragement to join. I love reading about your lives, and hope you enjoy an occasional update with mine. Take Care and Happy Trails!