In the desert we usually get lots of spring winds, a couple of days ago, it was so bad in the afternoon, they closed I-10 highway east of us because of the blowing dirt. Almost every year they have accidents in that area because of the dust. It wasn't too good here either, we tried to keep our mouths shut when outside...!! LOL
Friday night Suzanne loaded up 10 donkeys and headed for a fun run at Empire Ranch put on by the BRAY Club in the Sonoita area SW of us. She reported a good time was had by all. She wrote about it on our Facebook page and since I wasn't there, her report is much more factual than if I tried to write about it, so here it is:
FUN!!!! The Bray Sonoita Stargazer Run put on another awesome event. Too bad the wind did not cooperate. Forever Home Donkey Rescue & Sanctuary brought 10 donkeys for this event and everyone had an amazing time. Our Koshare and Handler Jenni came in 2nd in the Long course, Our Bella and Handler Julieanne came in 2nd in the short course, Our Sasha and Handler Veronica came in 3rd in the short course and Ruthie with Handler Claudia won the Last Ass award! Our boy Cochise and his handler Heather won the Golden Ass Award. Heather came in 3rd in the long course but disqualified herself because she had become separated from Cochise for about 20 feet. She did not go back to the spot where she lost him so that disqualified her. We are on the honor system and Heather informed the race director when she crossed the finish line. What sportsmanship! Siggy and Handler Renee did the long course and had a blast. Frijolita was with her handler Kelly, Kelly's first time handling a donkey, and all I saw was smiles. Our boys Jackson and La`roy and their handlers the Veterinarians for the event went the extra MILES. They got off course for about 2 miles! Mamacita and our Suzanne worked really hard with training. This is Mama's first event and she did wonderfully! Overall a fun weekend! Thank you Bray Club for all you do for the Arizona donkeys! Now on to The Black Canyon City Donkey Derby this next weekend!
Bella and Mamacita had never participated in any of the races. We thought Mama was pregnant for months before we found out she wasn't. The Vets at the check-in said she isn't fat, she's had at least 5 babies in a short amount of time we were told. They said her muscles are probably just stretched and probably will always be that way. Bella had never gone because she has poor muscle development in her hind legs. She had been in a small pen, but since she's been out here running around and getting exercise, her legs are much stronger. Suzanne said she did really well and seemed to enjoy all the excitement.
Mamacita looking for her friends that are up ahead
Mama and her running buddy, Suzanne
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