It Really Does Rain in Bakersfield!

My barn is just beyond those trees ...

I did make it out to the barn yesterday afternoon, but not to ride.  I waited all morning for the rain to pass, but unlike most of this year's weather, the rain held steady all day.  By evening, it was coming down in buckets.  We had over a quarter of an inch.  It was very welcome.

When I arrived at the barn, all of the horses were standing inside munching hay.  I cleaned stalls, added more pine pellets, threw a bit more hay, and fed both of my boys their beet pulp/rice bran yummies.  I ride almost seven days a week, so frankly, a day away from the barn was a welcome break.  I did gather one or two more items that I'll need for this coming weekend's show and set them aside to load in the trailer.  I am sure the pile will grow through the week.

Hubby checked the weekend weather forecast for the Santa Barbara area, and it looks perfect - mid 60s with sunshine.  I actually have a dentist appointment on Monday so the boys will have to do without my fussing for one more day.  But Tuesday, it's back to the regular routine!

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