YeeHaw...Ride 'em Cowboy!

Look at that happy face! One of Xander's daycare compatriots had her birthday party at a local horse farm on Sunday. Even inside the arena it was extremely chilly, rainy and muddy outside...I'd have preferred to stay nice and toasty at home, but how could I deny Xander the horse experience? After the birthday girl had her ride, he was the first to volunteer. And to be perfectly honest, I love the smell of a horse barn. No, really! It brings back great childhood memories for me of vising Aunt Marge and her stables. Good times!

Xander has always been a fan of horses. Any opportunity for a ride, and he'll take it! Pony rides at the circus, an impromptu ride at the fair...he's always ready! And in case it wasn't obvious, he's wearing his "cowboy" jacket. He actually wore a raincoat to the party, and brought that one just for riding the horse. It also doubles as his Indiana Jones jacket (very versatile!).

Maybe when he's older we'll look into getting him some lessons. I know he'd love that!