An Ode to Ranch Horses, People, and Dogs

Burnston

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I've been working with a publisher the last few years who has shown interest in publishing what was for years a hobby, in an attempt to remind me of good times in my forthcoming (37 going on 70) old age. He has suggested the time has come to get the publishing side of things underway; I remain a bit skeptical and requested some time to test the waters.

As most of us are fairly like-minded individuals, at least in some respects, I would appreciate volunteers to whom I might send a copy of this compilation of ranch/gun stories. My primary wish is for people to glean a bit of pleasure from their read, but secondarily I hope some of you old hands might provide some helpful criticism on how it might be better received among those who have travelled similar roads as I have. I can sincerely state that these stories are true, but for the sake of my sweet mother who will eventually read this, among other reasons, there is a seasoned amount of humor, and a bit of exaggeration to soften a blow or two. These instances will be obvious among those whose lives are influenced by guns.

Note; there are several accounts of recklessness, some needless, in the included pages. That said, I do not look for an advocate or an "it's okay, son" pat on the shoulder. Rather, some helpful input on how I might more effectively brighten the day of anyone who happens to read it. They've all been copyrighted, but are in need of some editing, in my opinion.

If anyone would like to sit through this and tell me how it can be improved upon, I would consider it a great favor, given the ultra busy, fast paced life many of you lead. Either PM me with your email address, or if you'd prefer to shout your address to the world, post it on this thread and I will send you a digital copy. I will also be glad to print and mail if you would prefer. Please and thank you.

Note; I have posted this with the generous permission of our esteem moderator, Lee Jarrett.
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I may be a farm boy, but I've been around guns, dogs and horses all my life and have the broken bones and scars to prove it. Plus I like to read.
 
I wouldn't change any thing.
People who live close to or off the land have the best stories.
 
I once rode a horde named Easy in a hunting camp in Idaho many years back. Easy came out of a pack string in Wyoming and was unknown age. But was known for the hardest footed horse I ever rode. You could feel every time Easy took a step it shook your teeth and mine were not false yet. A good horse in the mountains, savvy to all problems and steady at the shot but not aboard. Easy would pack a bear but only his carcass not his hide. Easy died queity of old age at Wally's farm. Age inkown
 
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