I finished making my afternoon sheep so I thought I would pop over to Clothie to check on the Ancient Icelandic horses.
Haakon had taken himself away. He didn’t want to talk to the riff-raff (his words and he meant Kolka and Iacs, not me, obviously!)
So I gave them all a turmeric treat and took some photos, as I was standing downhill which can makes for a nice backdrop/angle.
Kolka wanted Iacs’ treats so she came over to block him.
Iacs was having none of it. Those treats were rightfully his and he told her.
But Kolka never gives up without a fight……
I told them both to stop!
I explained I wanted to take a nice photo of nice Icelandic horses.
I did try, honestly. *** sigh, oh Iacs ***. He has to let the side down with a gormless face (I blame his owner).
And then they went back to bickering.
I walked away and Kolka decided to follow me too by walking down the wall, like any normal horse wouldn’t do. I love the way her big bum is in Iacs’ way! He looks less than impressed.
They are all beginning to grow their hairy winter coats now and I am feeding for winter weather, despite it still being warm. The more coverage they have internally and externally, the better they will get through the next six months. Hairy and “well-covered” is good with this lot.
Only 3 days more and we will be bound for Shetland. I have to pinch myself—is this really happening? Your charming blog has been a constant source of inspiration during a year of planning. Reading your quips, sharing your worries, and seeing picturesque photos of the ancients, the minions, the silly pups, Monster, and the woolly sheep are a sweet part of my day. ( I’m in love with your Gussie!). Thank you for sharing a bit of Croft life with your followers. Looking forward to adding one of your felted sheep to my little “flock on a shelf”. Hope there are a few left at the shop. If you venture into town during the next couple weeks, I’ll be the soppy US tourist with the happy grin.
Wonderful. If you want to meet up in town, give me a shout. 07437678923
Now that would be a treat! Thank you. Don’t be surprised if we ring you.
Please do. If I am free, I would love to meet you and your friends xx
Frances, the ‘Oldies’ are looking fabulous! A real credit to you!
Thank you xx