| ICE MAN |
Born March 23rd of 2008, This little guy has quite the story to tell. You see, this little guy wasn't
expected to be born until the middle of April...well, with his momma's track record we weren't expecting him
until then. But I guess HE had other plans.....
expected to be born until the middle of April...well, with his momma's track record we weren't expecting him
until then. But I guess HE had other plans.....
In the middle of March we took a couple of horseswith us to the Great
Southwestern Rendezvous. It was being held in Nocona, Texas this spring so even
though it was quite a drive, we were looking forward to the event. For those of you
who don't already know, the Great Southwestern 'Vous is the biggest reenactment
event in the Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana area.
Our ranch had been asked if we would like to use the horses to make the daily
ice run, delivering ice to the vendors and people attending the 'vous. This was very
special to us, since our horses were going to be used to represent the horses of that era.
Working through rain, cold and mud, Lil Bit and White Wing Dove did their part
toting the saddle packs while delivering ice each day about noon. However, one
Monday night after helping others out at the 'vous, Susan didn't get back to camp until
almost midnight. Tired and cold, she climbed into bed only to hear some strange noises
coming from where the horses were picketed. It seems that Lil Bit was trying to get her
attention, so Susan got bundled up to go out and see what all the fuss was about. It
was cold, but not cold enough to make Lil Bit grouchy.
Southwestern Rendezvous. It was being held in Nocona, Texas this spring so even
though it was quite a drive, we were looking forward to the event. For those of you
who don't already know, the Great Southwestern 'Vous is the biggest reenactment
event in the Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana area.
Our ranch had been asked if we would like to use the horses to make the daily
ice run, delivering ice to the vendors and people attending the 'vous. This was very
special to us, since our horses were going to be used to represent the horses of that era.
Working through rain, cold and mud, Lil Bit and White Wing Dove did their part
toting the saddle packs while delivering ice each day about noon. However, one
Monday night after helping others out at the 'vous, Susan didn't get back to camp until
almost midnight. Tired and cold, she climbed into bed only to hear some strange noises
coming from where the horses were picketed. It seems that Lil Bit was trying to get her
attention, so Susan got bundled up to go out and see what all the fuss was about. It
was cold, but not cold enough to make Lil Bit grouchy.
After a little petting and soothing talk, Bit settled right down, lying near her
buddy White Wing Dove. So, having that done, Susan went back to bed only to be
rattled from her bed once again a short time later. This was a little disconcerting to her,
since the noises were starting to sound alot like labored breathing. Almost like the
noises that a woman makes when she's going into labor.
After several trips to help Bit settle down, Susan finally got her blanket, went
out and wrapped the blanket around Lil Bit and herself, then settled down for a little
rest. At least this way when Lil Bit decided to start making her noises, Susan would
already be beside her to lend some comfort. Great idea...except that Susan's allergic
to horses and her meds don't cover this kind of extreme contact. (Needless to say,
she was sick as a dog for the next three weeks)
buddy White Wing Dove. So, having that done, Susan went back to bed only to be
rattled from her bed once again a short time later. This was a little disconcerting to her,
since the noises were starting to sound alot like labored breathing. Almost like the
noises that a woman makes when she's going into labor.
After several trips to help Bit settle down, Susan finally got her blanket, went
out and wrapped the blanket around Lil Bit and herself, then settled down for a little
rest. At least this way when Lil Bit decided to start making her noises, Susan would
already be beside her to lend some comfort. Great idea...except that Susan's allergic
to horses and her meds don't cover this kind of extreme contact. (Needless to say,
she was sick as a dog for the next three weeks)
On Tuesday morning people were worried when the horses weren't seen
when it came time for the ice run. After Susan voiced her concern about Lil Bit
having what had sounded like pre-labor pains, people offered their blessing,
prayers and love for the mares that had carried ice for them....the horses they had
petted every day and given lettuce to as a treat...the horses they had grown to
love.
As soon as she could, Susan loaded up Lil Bit and White Wing Dove in
the trailer, threw them some hay and started for home. Driving carefully in the wet
weather, they didn't get home until late that evening. However, a close inspection
upon arrival showed that both mares had made it home safe and sound.
After telling the acting Ranch Foreman, Bobby Cunningham what was going on,
Susan headed back to the Southwestern Rendezvous on Wednesday morning.
Bobby would keep a close eye on Lil Bit until Susan got home from the
Southwestern on the following Sunday.
Much to her surprise, Susan got a call early Sunday morning while
everyone was packing up to head home from the Southwestern 'Vous. It seems
that Lil Bit had decided to bless us with a little one. A colt that would come to be
known as the ICE MAN!
As for height, he measured 10 hands at the age of one month!
when it came time for the ice run. After Susan voiced her concern about Lil Bit
having what had sounded like pre-labor pains, people offered their blessing,
prayers and love for the mares that had carried ice for them....the horses they had
petted every day and given lettuce to as a treat...the horses they had grown to
love.
As soon as she could, Susan loaded up Lil Bit and White Wing Dove in
the trailer, threw them some hay and started for home. Driving carefully in the wet
weather, they didn't get home until late that evening. However, a close inspection
upon arrival showed that both mares had made it home safe and sound.
After telling the acting Ranch Foreman, Bobby Cunningham what was going on,
Susan headed back to the Southwestern Rendezvous on Wednesday morning.
Bobby would keep a close eye on Lil Bit until Susan got home from the
Southwestern on the following Sunday.
Much to her surprise, Susan got a call early Sunday morning while
everyone was packing up to head home from the Southwestern 'Vous. It seems
that Lil Bit had decided to bless us with a little one. A colt that would come to be
known as the ICE MAN!
As for height, he measured 10 hands at the age of one month!
Born a buckskin colt, but shed out to a lineback dunn with small white sock and rear striped hoof ~ Foaled March 23rd, 2009.
| Sire Painted Tiger AIHR O-3732 / SSMA HOA |
Sire El Tigre Segundo AIHR O-1431/SMR |
Sire Tiger Eye SMR-393 HOA-SB185 Bookcliff Foundation |
Sire Bookcliff Foundation |
| Dam Bookcliff Foundation |
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| Dam Tamara Walker SMR |
Sire |
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| Dam |
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| Dam Medicine Zuni AIHR O-2605 SSMA 1386 SSMA 1386 |
Sire Tomachichi SMR 1760 SSMA 1109 |
Sire Paco SMR 966 SSMA 150 |
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| Dam Dr's Medicine Hat SMR 386 SSMA 147 |
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| Dam Cache Creek Zuni SSMA 541 |
Sire Turtle SMR 90 SSMA 261 |
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| Dam Zuni's Princess SSMA 188 |
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| Dam Lil' Bit AIHR M - 1966 / AQHA |
Sire Mr. Mac AQHA #0616112 |
Sire Zan Mac AQHA |
Sire King Leo AQHA |
| Dam Can Ket AQHA |
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| Dam Paula White AQHA |
Sire Star Kid AQHA |
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| Dam Possum Gotch AQHA |
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| Dam Trixie Ness AQHA #0680636 |
Sire Gold Sugar Bars AQHA |
Sire Commander Bars AQHA |
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| Dam Princess Babe AQHA |
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| Dam Trixie Lynn Bar AQHA |
Sire Ceaser Bars AQHA |
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| Dam Trixie Ltnn Dahl AQHA |
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