When leading a horse, take the lead rope and serpentine it like an "S" shape and hold it. If you loop the rope and the horse bolts it can take a hand or finger right off. The "S" shape will slide out of your hand. May get a rope burn but you'll have all of your digits. Advice from a friend of mine.
Great Brenda you did a awesome job taking Earl down the road and bring Duke back 👏, we enjoy this video clip as it down to earth farming , we haven't seen William for some time is he still working with you , thinking about what you said Jim it's your farm and your animals you can do what you think is best for your farming program , ok have a good weekend too you all , keep up the old work guys cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Lady is a good mare to breed. She isn't too old and is in great health. Breed her back. Society needs to stop humanizing animals. You will do what is best for your animals, you know them best! Blessings to all of you ❤
My opinion is that you and Brenda know Lady's condition. If she's still healthy and sound, by all means rebreed her. As you said a little more income for the farm. Y'all aren't doing this for your health, it's all about income. The farm has to pay it's way. Thanks for letting us tag along today. Enjoyed it.
Jim's correct about health though too. I'm a 63 year old cyclist. There are lots of risks to cycling but I'm still faster than most people of any age. I don't know any under 20's who even come close. Slightly worrying really
Skip was reminded of where the fence is! Bree is just beautiful!! I love hearing horses calling! ❤ You live in such pretty country! Love the drone footage...the music & Jim's voice is so relaxing! 💕
Wow, love the drone view of you working your horses and the music is perfect. Lady is a wonderful mother and I agree, should be bred as many years as possible to contribute her attributes to the Belgian breed.
To Brenda, Well done on your 'walking with horses' venture. I think your calmness transferred to the horses. It nice to see something different now and again. Great drone footage too. You are very gentle and kind to the horses ..I appreciate Jim has a different approach to 'that sort of thing' but we all know he loves them too. Please don't sell on the fillies ...they will be wonderful together in the future. Wouldn't you be heartbroken if your Bree wasn't around anymore? ❤
Greetings from Ohio. I especially enjoyed watching you with music and information via the drone. You may recall my great grandfather was killed during the raking of the hay back in 1898 in Kansas. I so appreciate your reviewing of that information I sent several years ago and it gave me the opportunity to see first hand what it must have been like. Love the country and since I was raised in Southern California your channel gives me much insite into working with horses doing what so many of my ancestors did in the 1800's. Love watching you both and often so surprised like today seeing Brenda not only walk the horses, keep track of the dog, instruct the beautiful Brea horse all while using the camera. Very enjoyable with my morning coffee. Best to you both.
Jim, I’m a dairy farmer who left the farm because the farm wasn’t big enough for parents and 7 kids. We had horses for riding, but not for working. They assisted in moving heifers and cows to different pastures , but mostly for pleasure. I understand the principle of each component of the farm pulling its own weight, be it horse or cow or piece of machinery. Lady is making her contribution. You, Brenda, and the veterinarian assessed that Lady could carry another foal. Decision made, I can appreciate the care applied in that decision. Looking forward to her giving birth.
Delightful video to watch, healthy, beautiful, and such well-cared-for horses, I love seeing them work, gallop, and nuzzle Brenda. An invitation for open, respectful, intelligent & informed discussion - brilliant, wise words that we should take with us into all our conversations, every day. Much appreciation for your videos, the time, and the effort you put into them. They are a joy to watch.
Good day Jim and Brenda,love watching your videos and your life on the farm.It’s wonderful that Lady can be bred again,she is a beautiful healthy horse and I know you love your horses and would never do it if she was not able to.looking forward to updates on Lady.
Brenda, you did an excellent job leading Earl and Duke down the road to Jim for the horse swap out . My only minor comment is that i wouldn't wrap the lead line around your hand . If something startled the horse going down the road . It could pull back and damage your hand or dislocate your elbow or shoulder. Jim I whole heartily agree with your comment on breeding Lady back to Hardy's Chief. She is a working older draft mare, Lady would be working in harness on the farm or in the woods earning her keep or she also as she's help earning her keep as a great broodmare. Who potentially would provide the farm with an income from a potential sale of her foal down the road.
Loved this video. Brenda did so well with leading Earl and Bree running around in circles excited to see her uncles was so beautiful. What a GORGEOUS filly she has become!!!! The boys are coming along in their training. Nice work Jim and Brenda.
Enjoyed your respectful and excellent answer to why you bred back Lady. Don’t take this as me being sexist in any way but I love how Brenda interacts with the horses. She talks to them in such a warm “motherly” way. It is fun to watch and it is always there.
Loved the video as always Great job Brenda changing out horses for Jim Bree is turning into such a beautiful little mare I will still say that I see a lot of Belgium in this mare I know, I know that she is half Suffolk Punch I am just saying that I predict her to take on Belgium looks With your horses getting older It will be nice for young blood Thank you and God Bless
Hi Jim from an old farm boy, of course you should have bred Lady again. She is a beautiful horse. I am excited that you bred her to a Belgian this time‼️ you guys are like family to us and we really enjoy the time you share with us ❤️ from Mississippi ❤️
I was a Hay Dealer for many years bought a lot of hay out Jim's way up thru the finger lakes Oswego etc. met a lot of farmers of all kinds of farming. from livestock to milkers, to beefers, to potato's, Corn only , and each farmer has his own logic to how to run his farm he knows what's best for him and his animals. And most viewers here are probably not of the farming community and don't have a mindset as to the reasoning behind the way each farm /farmer does things. That is why life is a learning curve. open your mind and learn. thanks for sharing Jim and Brenda. nicely done. and God speed. ECF.
It was a pleasure to watch Brenda help swap out Duke and Earl from the hay field with "help" from Skippy. Bree looked so lovely prancing in the field in the sunlight when they passed by! The drone footage with Jim's question/answers and the calming music in the background was just the icing on the cake. Thank you all!
Lady loves foaling, like she would in the wild she's loves that job,15 is great age.....Love the video's and also love your daughters Drill and a Dream
Jeeze Bre is going to be a fine horse really is. Your comment at the end I think your right on the money in the sense society is so divorced from agriculture in general. I get comments on my farm as well with my beef cows producing calves every year. I think your a great example Jim I look up to you big time the day I can finally get a team will be thanks to you. I love your content and your thought process in making decisions. Thanks for the weekly inspiration from both of you.
You're doing Great! Get a shorter hold on the lead rope, like right up to the bit, he won't be able to get ahead of you and start that run! Jim, you're right about this horse thing! I'm an old farmer, I understand! Even you're wind-swept windrows!! I noticed it before you mentioned it! Love the drone shots!!
Jim’s response to the questions on Lady and Bree was so thoughtful and respectful of the viewers and the variety of his followers. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable to differences of opinions on how you run your farm and business.
When you said you were going to breed lady to another Belgian, I thought that was a great idea! I love the Belgian's! And Bree is looking GREAT, I'm looking forward to seeing Bree and June working togother someday.
My goodness, Bree is simply gorgeous!!!! I love her beautiful blonde mane and tail!!!! I hope June will look just like Bree as they will be a stunning team hitched together!!!!!!! Bree got so excited seeing her buddy Earl being led down the road! Loved seeing sweet Ken galloping in the field with Bree! Skippy learned the hard way that fence "bites"!!! Bless his heart!
I have got to say how versatile Brenda is on the farm. Apart from her usual household chores, I'm ALWAYS impressed by Brenda's abilities !! For example she was able to put on all the "work clothes" on Earl and then walk him down the road to where Jim was raking a large field of hay !! Then she handed over Earl in exchange for Duke (if I have it right ?) and then walk Duke back to the farm !! I was impressed by not only, Brenda's abilities but her willingness to help out when there's no one else !! I take it that William, is no longer available to help .....? Great video guys and may the good Lord Bless the Gordon family accordingly !! ❤😊
I should say; if she hade an arthritis or something like that, things would be different. But even that, you are the farmer and the ultimate decisions are always yours. I was proud of Brenda, leading not only the horses, but also that happy puppy along the road. Goedzo, braaf!
Jim , thank you for the talk about Lady . You are the expert and know what`s best for your animals . Even the sad decision when you have to put a farm animal (friend ) down isn`t easy . Most of us would never understand the choices you make every day .
Jim & Brenda , I myself respect what ever decision you make , how , when , and don’t question why. You are very good , kind ,and gentle with all. Take Care & Blessings. 😊
I agree with you Jim. Lady is healthy and you know your horses and farm obviously. Wishing you and yours all the very best. Michael A Stickland from up here in Ontario Canada.
This was such a lovely video,nice and calming music thankyou.Bree is one beautiful beautiful filly and she's growing so quickly,June is going to be a real stunner too.Brenda you looked quite the part walking by Earl's side ,a really beautiful sight in the sunshine ❤
This is a wonderful video. I am glad Lady is.bred She have beautiful foals. The two she has had are likely smaller than a Belgian foal. She is experienced. I for one love the foals. Bree and June will make a beautiful team just like Duke and Earl and Baron. The drone flights are fun and interesting.
I think your doing right by breeding lady as long as you can ❤ you know what’s best .people need to understand it’s a farm not a city and horses are not pets ,they need to be useful and have a purpose she loves raising her babies to lol so please don’t listen to the city slickers that have no idea about farming , oh Brenda did awesome leading 18:51 the horses for you today she is the sweetest person and such a hard worker to ❤looking forward to your next video I miss my ranch and my live stock but time stands still for no one ….so I really enjoy your videos makes my day better…..
You have to run your farm like you have always done. The stock look so good the farm is producing goods and this speaks for you. RUclips has many benefits for us all but sometimes draws negatives that are best ignored. Little miss Bree is looking marvellous and growing well like a young filly should.
Brenda you and Earl did great. Bree can make the other horses want to go with her. She sure is beautiful.. She has grown ..As for Lady ..Most people consider horses and other livestock as pets. They are not they are working animals . You can love them treat them well like Jim does .. but they are truly not pets.. God bless ❤️🙏🌹
Hi Brenda, same here, horse-flies like never before! I have never put a cover on my horses before, but this summer I had to buy one and put it on as a billion of horseflies are attacking them. Makes it quite a challenge to work with them, they're very un-concentrated. Jim, good words in the end! It reminded me of a saying we have in German, which is "Der Mensch denkt, Gott lenkt"..which is translated sth. like "Man thinks, God directs". That, I want to say, often we think what to do, if it's right or not, and in the end it comes as God will anyway. Maybe not thinking too much if to breed Lady or not but just do what your current feeling is. Wish you a wonderful week and dry hay! 😊☀-Chris
Jim, you know what's best for your horses and your farm. Most people commenting probably don't know much about horses. As a former breeder and owner I can tell Lady is very healthy and is not too old to breed. She has had only two foals thus far, so really she is just getting started as a broodmare. You can still continue to breed her for quite a few more years. As for Bree, don't feel bad that you're not training her. She's only a yearling and really doesn't need to start more training at this time. You have her well trained to lead and other than having her trained to stand for feet trimming, if needed, that is just fine for now, as you well know.
Bree is one stunning young filly Baron and Lady certainly make beautiful babies, if Lady is well enough I think you should have another foal after all in the wild they breed every year, and she is also very well cared for and in excellent health
Hi Jim and Brenda What a great idea is having Brenda bring down one of horses to exchange out. Bree with Ken is priceless seeing Bree be with her Uncle Ken. Bree is so beautiful. Well Brenda you know the fence is working well because of Skippy...yikes...he will be more cautious around the fence. Jim you know your horse Lady very well and if you want to breed you do it. You know what you are doing as it is your farm. It would be wonderful if Lady had a colt. God bless you Jim and Brenda and your animals 🙏 ❤❤
Jim, you know what is best for Lady. I will say, however, that many broodmares(thoroughbreds in particular) do nothing else but produce foals their entire life. I wish you and your family the best in all you do.
Jim that was very well said about Lady❤ The majority of horses today, just like the majority of people are fairly out of shape. And I'm speaking even of myself and my own animals. I ride nearly daily however compared to when we lived in a more agrarian society everyone is out of shape, both human and equine. I've known mares who have lived a fulfilling and healthy life continuing to have Healthy Babies into their early twenties. We also have to consider that in the wild every mare would be having a baby pretty much every year of their fertile life. Lady is healthier than many of us, after all she's not sitting here watching videos😂
I enjoy watching your videos immensely. Reason being you are a true farmer. It’s your livelihood and how you survive. I think the answers you got that you were discussing were from weekend Warriors, who don’t have a clue. On the life of true farming. Keep up the good work. Love watching your videos. They’re extremely informative.
Jim thank you so much for addressing the rudeness by a couple followers. I love your channel so much and have been following you and Brenda for quite some time now so I was quite surprised myself with the rudeness. There is no need for it. I just love horses so much which is why I started following you to begin with. I know you take great care and show so much love for your horses and it's heartwarming to me. Sorry you even had to address this but thank you. Can't wait for the next video. Oh and Bree is turning into a stunning horse. She is just gorgeous. Hope you and Brenda have a wonderful day ❤
Lady loves having a baby , and I know she would prefer having babies to working hard . She has only had 2 , where other brood mares have babies over and over . I would breed Lady until she shows signs of not doing well . My uncle raised many draft horse foals , and the mares bred until they did not take from breedings any longer . Keep doing what you are doing , your horses are being treated better than most and they are happy !
I am so amazed at how dark Bree has gotten from when she was born. I honestly think she is more Barrons color now than Lady but I can only go by what the camera shows. I don’t read the comments too often but I have in the past glanced at them and you are right in that people need to back up a bit and take a breath. I will say I had no opinion on Lady being bred back but I do miss seeing her pulling and logging with Bill but I think you know best what you need for your farm. I also miss seeing Ken hitched with Buck but we have to adjust and adapt with life’s circumstances. It is nice to see Ken in the pasture with Bree kicking up his heels. Watching as you train and work all your horses tells me that you know your stock far better than us so it’s silly to get ugly when someone has a differing opinion. Life is far too short for those kinds of stresses and I am just grateful you are willing to share bits of your world with is. Thank you for enlightening and entertaining us each and every visit…and don’t sweat all the negativity Jim BUT can I ask if William is still helping on the farm? I haven’t seen him lately and was just curious!!!:):):)
After watching a Friesian breeding farm for years, it's obvious having foals does no harm to a well nourished mare. Maybe signs of arthritis would suggest too old, but, that's not Lady.
I am glad to see you're using horses, I understand the need to breed on a continued basis, I helped a neighbor farm as a child it was good exercise & we learned a lot.
I am surprised viewers suggested NOT to allow Lady to by bred. My choice is for her to have more foals. She is an excellent horse with superb genetics.
Well, after recovering a major heath issue myself, it is so comforting to watch you ,your family and the animals on the farm. Thx for you sharing so many good thoughts and thx for your respectful attitude. Greetings from Switzerland, UZ.
Farm is looking really good, good hay crop. I agree with you about breeding Lady again and also to a different stallion. Its obvious that she is very sound and her colts are doing so well. Duke and Earl are coming along perfectly and will make you good workers for the future. Thanks for the video, I enjoy the drone shots. KC
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I think breeding Lady again is wonderful and i think she loves having a foal.I totally understand,
Brenda you are such a hard worker. So is Jim and the horses 💖🙏. God bless
When leading a horse, take the lead rope and serpentine it like an "S" shape and hold it. If you loop the rope and the horse bolts it can take a hand or finger right off. The "S" shape will slide out of your hand. May get a rope burn but you'll have all of your digits. Advice from a friend of mine.
Great Brenda you did a awesome job taking Earl down the road and bring Duke back 👏, we enjoy this video clip as it down to earth farming , we haven't seen William for some time is he still working with you , thinking about what you said Jim it's your farm and your animals you can do what you think is best for your farming program , ok have a good weekend too you all , keep up the old work guys cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Lady is a good mare to breed. She isn't too old and is in great health. Breed her back. Society needs to stop humanizing animals. You will do what is best for your animals, you know them best! Blessings to all of you ❤
My opinion is that you and Brenda know Lady's condition. If she's still healthy and sound, by all means rebreed her. As you said a little more income for the farm. Y'all aren't doing this for your health, it's all about income. The farm has to pay it's way. Thanks for letting us tag along today. Enjoyed it.
Jim's correct about health though too. I'm a 63 year old cyclist. There are lots of risks to cycling but I'm still faster than most people of any age. I don't know any under 20's who even come close. Slightly worrying really
Keep on doing!!
My word! Bree has grown and is now a magnificient animal.
I was thinking the same thing
A real beauty!
Skip was reminded of where the fence is!
Bree is just beautiful!!
I love hearing horses calling! ❤
You live in such pretty country!
Love the drone footage...the music & Jim's voice is so relaxing! 💕
Couldn't agree more with your philosophy about Lady !
WOW !!!!!! What a stunning beauty Bree is turning into.❤❤
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Well said Jim regarding Lady. Many people do not realize the difference between farm life / livestock and home life with domestic pets.
like the drone shots and piano
Jim, I hear now the more docile relaxed tone coming thru from your spirit. I have a real love in my heart for you, my friend.
Wow, love the drone view of you working your horses and the music is perfect. Lady is a wonderful mother and I agree, should be bred as many years as possible to contribute her attributes to the Belgian breed.
RUNNING FREE IS A GOOD FEELING FOR ALL THE HORSES SKIPPY ENJOYS THE FREEDOM AS WELL- GOOD DAY FOR HAYING ENJOYING SUMMER
To Brenda,
Well done on your 'walking with horses' venture. I think your calmness transferred to the horses. It nice to see something different now and again. Great drone footage too. You are very gentle and kind to the horses ..I appreciate Jim has a different approach to 'that sort of thing' but we all know he loves them too. Please don't sell on the fillies ...they will be wonderful together in the future. Wouldn't you be heartbroken if your Bree wasn't around anymore?
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Great job Brenda! 100% Jim on Lady. Bri is turning out so beautifully!
Greetings from Ohio. I especially enjoyed watching you with music and information via the drone. You may recall my great grandfather was killed during the raking of the hay back in 1898 in Kansas. I so appreciate your reviewing of that information I sent several years ago and it gave me the opportunity to see first hand what it must have been like. Love the country and since I was raised in Southern California your channel gives me much insite into working with horses doing what so many of my ancestors did in the 1800's. Love watching you both and often so surprised like today seeing Brenda not only walk the horses, keep track of the dog, instruct the beautiful Brea horse all while using the camera. Very enjoyable with my morning coffee. Best to you both.
Jim, I’m a dairy farmer who left the farm because the farm wasn’t big enough for parents and 7 kids. We had horses for riding, but not for working. They assisted in moving heifers and cows to different pastures , but mostly for pleasure. I understand the principle of each component of the farm pulling its own weight, be it horse or cow or piece of machinery. Lady is making her contribution. You, Brenda, and the veterinarian assessed that Lady could carry another foal. Decision made, I can appreciate the care applied in that decision. Looking forward to her giving birth.
Farming is how you make a living and you are a very good steward of what You have!!! Be blessed!!
Delightful video to watch, healthy, beautiful, and such well-cared-for horses, I love seeing them work, gallop, and nuzzle Brenda. An invitation for open, respectful, intelligent & informed discussion - brilliant, wise words that we should take with us into all our conversations, every day. Much appreciation for your videos, the time, and the effort you put into them. They are a joy to watch.
Good day Jim and Brenda,love watching your videos and your life on the farm.It’s wonderful that Lady can be bred again,she is a beautiful healthy horse and I know you love your horses and would never do it if she was not able to.looking forward to updates on Lady.
I glad you bred Lady back to Belgium, he is fine lookin' hoss!!!!!
Yes, Lady was bred to a Belgian. The same as her own breed.
Yeah that stud is gorgeous, I'm so excited to see the baby! Hoping for a boy this time.
Brenda, you did an excellent job leading Earl and Duke down the road to Jim for the horse swap out . My only minor comment is that i wouldn't wrap the lead line around your hand . If something startled the horse going down the road . It could pull back and damage your hand or dislocate your elbow or shoulder. Jim I whole heartily agree with your comment on breeding Lady back to Hardy's Chief. She is a working older draft mare, Lady would be working in harness on the farm or in the woods earning her keep or she also as she's help earning her keep as a great broodmare. Who potentially would provide the farm with an income from a potential sale of her foal down the road.
Loved this video. Brenda did so well with leading Earl and Bree running around in circles excited to see her uncles was so beautiful. What a GORGEOUS filly she has become!!!! The boys are coming along in their training. Nice work Jim and Brenda.
Enjoyed your respectful and excellent answer to why you bred back Lady.
Don’t take this as me being sexist in any way but I love how Brenda interacts with the horses. She talks to them in such a warm “motherly” way. It is fun to watch and it is always there.
Loved the video as always
Great job Brenda changing out horses for Jim
Bree is turning into such a beautiful little mare
I will still say that I see a lot of Belgium in this mare
I know, I know that she is half Suffolk Punch
I am just saying that I predict her to take on Belgium looks
With your horses getting older
It will be nice for young blood
Thank you and God Bless
Belgium is a European country. Belgian is a breed of draft horse.
Hi Jim from an old farm boy, of course you should have bred Lady again. She is a beautiful horse. I am excited that you bred her to a Belgian this time‼️ you guys are like family to us and we really enjoy the time you share with us ❤️ from Mississippi ❤️
I was a Hay Dealer for many years bought a lot of hay out Jim's way up thru the finger lakes Oswego etc. met a lot of farmers of all kinds of farming. from livestock to milkers, to beefers, to potato's, Corn only , and each farmer has his own logic to how to run his farm he knows what's best for him and his animals. And most viewers here are probably not of the farming community and don't have a mindset as to the reasoning behind the way each farm /farmer does things. That is why life is a learning curve. open your mind and learn. thanks for sharing Jim and Brenda. nicely done. and God speed. ECF.
There's nothing wrong with her getting bread . She a great mother
It was a pleasure to watch Brenda help swap out Duke and Earl from the hay field with "help" from Skippy. Bree looked so lovely prancing in the field in the sunlight when they passed by! The drone footage with Jim's question/answers and the calming music in the background was just the icing on the cake. Thank you all!
@@patricia.g1651 Brenda! Love thoes (needed) back muscles. 😀
Lady loves foaling, like she would in the wild she's loves that job,15 is great age.....Love the video's and also love your daughters Drill and a Dream
Brenda did a great job! Also I agree with you about Lady. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for giving us the ages of Bill and Lady let Me know that There going to be around for a Good Whole Yet Blessings And Please Be Safe ✌️
I am thankful for the horse's and you rotate the horse's regularly and Lady seems to be a great mama.
Wow Brenda, I gulped when Earl started trotting. Glad you are good shape
Jeeze Bre is going to be a fine horse really is. Your comment at the end I think your right on the money in the sense society is so divorced from agriculture in general. I get comments on my farm as well with my beef cows producing calves every year. I think your a great example Jim I look up to you big time the day I can finally get a team will be thanks to you. I love your content and your thought process in making decisions. Thanks for the weekly inspiration from both of you.
You're doing Great! Get a shorter hold on the lead rope, like right up to the bit, he won't be able to get ahead of you and start that run! Jim, you're right about this horse thing! I'm an old farmer, I understand! Even you're wind-swept windrows!! I noticed it before you mentioned it! Love the drone shots!!
Beautiful filly with gorgeous blond hair..should take pictures of her running for the calendar...
Jim’s response to the questions on Lady and Bree was so thoughtful and respectful of the viewers and the variety of his followers. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable to differences of opinions on how you run your farm and business.
When you said you were going to breed lady to another Belgian, I thought that was a great idea! I love the Belgian's! And Bree is looking GREAT, I'm looking forward to seeing Bree and June working togother someday.
Sure is a beautiful day for you to switch out the horses. Gives you a real workout keeping up with their quick stepping
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Also, Bree's coat is so glossy in the sun, just like her dad's!
My goodness, Bree is simply gorgeous!!!! I love her beautiful blonde mane and tail!!!! I hope June will look just like Bree as they will be a stunning team hitched together!!!!!!! Bree got so excited seeing her buddy Earl being led down the road! Loved seeing sweet Ken galloping in the field with Bree! Skippy learned the hard way that fence "bites"!!! Bless his heart!
Well spoken Jim. Almost poetry with that music that accompanies it
Great job Brenda! We always like to see what you are up to also. Love the drone footage.
I have got to say how versatile Brenda is on the farm. Apart from her usual household chores, I'm ALWAYS impressed by Brenda's abilities !! For example she was able to put on all the "work clothes" on Earl and then walk him down the road to where Jim was raking a large field of hay !! Then she handed over Earl in exchange for Duke (if I have it right ?) and then walk Duke back to the farm !! I was impressed by not only, Brenda's abilities but her willingness to help out when there's no one else !! I take it that William, is no longer available to help .....? Great video guys and may the good Lord Bless the Gordon family accordingly !! ❤😊
I should say; if she hade an arthritis or something like that, things would be different. But even that, you are the farmer and the ultimate decisions are always yours. I was proud of Brenda, leading not only the horses, but also that happy puppy along the road. Goedzo, braaf!
Jim , thank you for the talk about Lady . You are the expert and know what`s best for your animals . Even the sad decision when you have to put a farm animal (friend ) down isn`t easy . Most of us would never understand the choices you make every day .
Thank you Jim n Brenda for sharing your day - love love all your animals ❣️
Jim & Brenda , I myself respect what ever decision you make , how , when , and don’t question why. You are very good , kind ,and gentle with all. Take Care & Blessings. 😊
I agree with you Jim. Lady is healthy and you know your horses and farm obviously. Wishing you and yours all the very best. Michael A Stickland from up here in Ontario Canada.
When it comes right down to it it's your horses you do what you like with them nobody's business what you do with your own horses
Thats fine and true as long as the animals are not being abused, then it becomes a problem and others may step in and correct a situation.....
so fun ... Brenda,youre one brave chick. whew..
man ,that Bree is a beautiful horse. So glad things went well for ya Brenda ,with the horse swap jaunt. lov from South Alabama.
This was such a lovely video,nice and calming music thankyou.Bree is one beautiful beautiful filly and she's growing so quickly,June is going to be a real stunner too.Brenda you looked quite the part walking by Earl's side ,a really beautiful sight in the sunshine ❤
You are a delight Brenda thanks for takin us along !
This is a wonderful video. I am glad Lady is.bred
She have beautiful foals. The two she has had are likely smaller than a Belgian foal. She is experienced. I for one love the foals. Bree and June will make a beautiful team just like Duke and Earl and Baron.
The drone flights are fun and interesting.
Brave Lady
Bree looked very beautiful running in the pasture.
I think your doing right by breeding lady as long as you can ❤ you know what’s best .people need to understand it’s a farm not a city and horses are not pets ,they need to be useful and have a purpose she loves raising her babies to lol so please don’t listen to the city slickers that have no idea about farming , oh Brenda did awesome leading 18:51 the horses for you today she is the sweetest person and such a hard worker to ❤looking forward to your next video I miss my ranch and my live stock but time stands still for no one ….so I really enjoy your videos makes my day better…..
You are correct Lady is in great condition, Bree looks terrific running around the field ,all your Horses look great, be safe and be well,
You have to run your farm like you have always done. The stock look so good the farm is producing goods and this speaks for you. RUclips has many benefits for us all but sometimes draws negatives that are best ignored. Little miss Bree is looking marvellous and growing well like a young filly should.
We know that you will do what is best for your animals.
Brenda you and Earl did great. Bree can make the other horses want to go with her. She sure is beautiful.. She has grown ..As for Lady ..Most people consider horses and other livestock as pets. They are not they are working animals . You can love them treat them well like Jim does .. but they are truly not pets.. God bless ❤️🙏🌹
Hi Brenda, same here, horse-flies like never before! I have never put a cover on my horses before, but this summer I had to buy one and put it on as a billion of horseflies are attacking them. Makes it quite a challenge to work with them, they're very un-concentrated. Jim, good words in the end! It reminded me of a saying we have in German, which is "Der Mensch denkt, Gott lenkt"..which is translated sth. like "Man thinks, God directs". That, I want to say, often we think what to do, if it's right or not, and in the end it comes as God will anyway. Maybe not thinking too much if to breed Lady or not but just do what your current feeling is. Wish you a wonderful week and dry hay! 😊☀-Chris
Good job Brenda on taking that lead rope closer to the bit.
Jim, you know what's best for your horses and your farm. Most people commenting probably don't know much about horses. As a former breeder and owner I can tell Lady is very healthy and is not too old to breed. She has had only two foals thus far, so really she is just getting started as a broodmare. You can still continue to breed her for quite a few more years. As for Bree, don't feel bad that you're not training her. She's only a yearling and really doesn't need to start more training at this time. You have her well trained to lead and other than having her trained to stand for feet trimming, if needed, that is just fine for now, as you well know.
Enjoyed the video
I think you, Brenda and your vet are correct.
Bree is one stunning young filly Baron and Lady certainly make beautiful babies, if Lady is well enough I think you should have another foal after all in the wild they breed every year, and she is also very well cared for and in excellent health
Hi Jim and Brenda
What a great idea is having Brenda bring down one of horses to exchange out. Bree with Ken is priceless seeing Bree be with her Uncle Ken. Bree is so beautiful. Well Brenda you know the fence is working well because of Skippy...yikes...he will be more cautious around the fence. Jim you know your horse Lady very well and if you want to breed you do it. You know what you are doing as it is your farm. It would be wonderful if Lady had a colt. God bless you Jim and Brenda and your animals 🙏 ❤❤
I always enjoy your drone footage. Everything is so beautiful❣️
Jim you and Brenda should do what is best for your farm. I appreciate the fact that you always consider what works for the health of your horses.
Jim, you know what is best for Lady. I will say, however, that many broodmares(thoroughbreds in particular) do nothing else but produce foals their entire life. I wish you and your family the best in all you do.
Jim that was very well said about Lady❤ The majority of horses today, just like the majority of people are fairly out of shape. And I'm speaking even of myself and my own animals. I ride nearly daily however compared to when we lived in a more agrarian society everyone is out of shape, both human and equine. I've known mares who have lived a fulfilling and healthy life continuing to have Healthy Babies into their early twenties. We also have to consider that in the wild every mare would be having a baby pretty much every year of their fertile life. Lady is healthier than many of us, after all she's not sitting here watching videos😂
You're so right Jim. Most people have no clue how farming works or breeding works.
Good job Brenda lot of work there people just dont know enjoyed the video yall take care👍
Greetings from OZ... I like the drone footage with music..sweet
I enjoy watching your videos immensely. Reason being you are a true farmer. It’s your livelihood and how you survive. I think the answers you got that you were discussing were from weekend Warriors, who don’t have a clue. On the life of true farming. Keep up the good work. Love watching your videos. They’re extremely informative.
Quite enjoyed today’s format it was calming and informative. As always, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I agree. I. Very much like the questions and answers while the drone view was playing.
Brenda handles the horses very well. Bree has really grown fast. So nicely built. Thank you for sharing.🐴🐴🐴
Jim thank you so much for addressing the rudeness by a couple followers. I love your channel so much and have been following you and Brenda for quite some time now so I was quite surprised myself with the rudeness. There is no need for it. I just love horses so much which is why I started following you to begin with. I know you take great care and show so much love for your horses and it's heartwarming to me. Sorry you even had to address this but thank you. Can't wait for the next video. Oh and Bree is turning into a stunning horse. She is just gorgeous. Hope you and Brenda have a wonderful day ❤
Fantastic video 🎉
Your choice Jim
Wild horses have them EVERY year obviously 😉
All I want to say is I really loved watching Bree run, she’s a beauty !!!!!!
Bree looks healty and beautiful
I love your response to the lady question
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Lady loves having a baby , and I know she would prefer having babies to working hard . She has only had 2 , where other brood mares have babies over and over . I would breed Lady until she shows signs of not doing well . My uncle raised many draft horse foals , and the mares bred until they did not take from breedings any longer . Keep doing what you are doing , your horses are being treated better than most and they are happy !
I am so amazed at how dark Bree has gotten from when she was born. I honestly think she is more Barrons color now than Lady but I can only go by what the camera shows. I don’t read the comments too often but I have in the past glanced at them and you are right in that people need to back up a bit and take a breath. I will say I had no opinion on Lady being bred back but I do miss seeing her pulling and logging with Bill but I think you know best what you need for your farm. I also miss seeing Ken hitched with Buck but we have to adjust and adapt with life’s circumstances. It is nice to see Ken in the pasture with Bree kicking up his heels. Watching as you train and work all your horses tells me that you know your stock far better than us so it’s silly to get ugly when someone has a differing opinion. Life is far too short for those kinds of stresses and I am just grateful you are willing to share bits of your world with is. Thank you for enlightening and entertaining us each and every visit…and don’t sweat all the negativity Jim BUT can I ask if William is still helping on the farm? I haven’t seen him lately and was just curious!!!:):):)
Bree is showing off looking really good.
I totally enjoy watching your videos
After watching a Friesian breeding farm for years, it's obvious having foals does no harm to a well nourished mare. Maybe signs of arthritis would suggest too old, but, that's not Lady.
Lady has had such easy labor and births that if you want to breed her and carry on her obviously good blood lines.
I am glad to see you're using horses, I understand the need to breed on a continued basis, I helped a neighbor farm as a child it was good exercise & we learned a lot.
Beautiful country! The scenery is great! Imagine CA is dry as heck! Fires galore
That was a nice presentation for all of you. Good job.
I am surprised viewers suggested NOT to allow Lady to by bred. My choice is for her to have more foals. She is an excellent horse with superb genetics.
Well, after recovering a major heath issue myself, it is so comforting to watch you ,your family and the animals on the farm. Thx for you sharing so many good thoughts and thx for your respectful attitude. Greetings from Switzerland, UZ.
Jim you n Brenda are awesome people n you both know what you're doing
Farm is looking really good, good hay crop. I agree with you about breeding Lady again and also to a different stallion. Its obvious that she is very sound and her colts are doing so well. Duke and Earl are coming along perfectly and will make you good workers for the future. Thanks for the video, I enjoy the drone shots.
KC