The Baxter Blab: January 2012

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Slow Feed Hay Net

Recently, I decided to purchase a slow feed hay net for a large round bale. I have had a lot of success with the small bale hay net, but wanted something for a large bale so we would have an easier time with chores. We have used this with 3 round bales so far and LOVE IT! The only change we made was to put the bale in a feeder to keep it from going flat. No waste and the horses can eat all day without overindulging.

Toronto Motorcycle Show

Jim and I recently spent a day at the Toronto Motorcycle show. We received a pair of free tickets, so we made a day of it. Jim fell in love with this bike while I fell in love with a scooter. I was able to do a test drive on the scooter which was pretty cool. We had a great day together.

A Day At JoyRide

Daniel and his friend spent a whole day at Joyride recently to celebrate their birthdays. They spent about 12 hours riding and jumping their bmx bikes.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

You Never Know. . .

. . .what can happen when you visit the doctor. Hannah came home from a regular appointment with a large black eye. I'm not totally sure what was discussed, but it looks like it got heated!

Actually, she got a booster shot and promptly fainted. However, that had never happened before, so she was sitting on the doctor's table when she got the shot and did a face plant right on the floor. Poor Hannah. . .she is still sore from the needle and now she has a sore head. Just in time for graduation pictures at school!

Friday, January 6, 2012

Hannah and Lacy

Today, Hannah rode a horse for the first time in 4 years. We went for an hour long trail ride, mostly walking (due to poor footing). The weather was pretty mild for January, but still enough snow to make it scenic. It was great to have her out on the trails again!

Monday, January 2, 2012

New Years 2012

The Baxter clan got together for New Year's day 2012 for a lot of fun and food. We had two tables set up for the card game marathon. It was fun learning some new games and playing with the extended family!