May 16, 2024

The Dream is coming together.

 The next step is COMPLETE.


Went 'truck' shopping, 

and came back with the perfect rig to pull a trailer and to do events. 



Went to DISCOUNT TIRES in Auburn for New tires, lug nuts and then off to GREASE MONKEY for a fresh oil change. Had all the fluids checked and she's prime. 

Still need to get one tire air pressure sensor replaced, a quick fix to come.

I've ordered and received the trailer plugs, 4 prong and 7 prong plugs. 
My son is going to help me hook them up and make sure they are wired right.
I've ordered the balls for the hitch, the trailer lock.. and now

Today was 'test drive'

 on a 'road trip' and she did great!

First stop was the White River Campground for the night,

 Chanelle loved it! She met a squirrel and a little deer. 
This was her first campfire too.




We then drove down to the Mima Mounds for a photo shoot for Papa, then it was off to Ocean ShoresSadly by the time we got to the ocean it was super windy and raining. So not too much fun on the beach. 

Chanelle would like to recommend 


her favorite water bottle for travels. Make sure you always carry extra water for your fur babies, when traveling! 


 

Super cool and easy to carry along. The little button lets you return what's left back into the bottle. No waste! and lasts longer.

Up next.........

To find the perfect trailer.


~ ~ Let the shopping continue! 

May 7, 2024

The Beginning of

 A New Adventure

Here we go! 


Blessed by God
Life's good @ the Bright side of the Barn
Thanks for stopping by
Until next time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails

Updated Summer Schedule

From Mother's Day to July, 

we'll be taking a break, for surgery and time to heal.  

We'll be back in full force after Independence Day! 

July 9th ~ 16th ~ 23rd ~ 30th ~

Hometown Market Tues Nights in Buckley
From 4 pm to 8 pm

July 13th ~
Miner's Day in Black Diamond
From 9 am to 4 pm

July 20th ~ 
Home town BBQ and Brew Fest
@ Ten Trails
From 11 am to 5 pm

August 2nd,3rd,4th ~
Eatonville Art n Music Festival

August 17th n 18th ~
at the Maris Farms Sunflower Days
from 10 am to 5 pm both days

August 23th ~
Sunset Market at Ten Trails
6 pm to 9 pm

August 24th n 25th ~
at the Maris Farms Sunflower Days
from 10 am to 5 pm both days.

September 21st ~
Hometown Hoedown at Ten Trails
10 am to 5 pm

October 26th ~
St Barbara Church in Black Diamond
9 am to 3 pm

More events are being scheduled be sure to check back~ 

Several new images, landmarks and points of interest around Washington, added to the gallery.



Until then
Stay Safe and Happy Trails

May 5, 2024

Let's talk about Animal Rescues

 They are everywhere, and for every kind of animal you can think of.  
Rescues are growing and quickly filling up to overloaded capacity. 


  • Do horses really get shipped for slaughter?
  • Are rescues legit? or just someone making bank?
  • Why do they charge so much?
  • Are the contracts real?
 Yes the auction houses allow shippers to buy 'what's left'. The horses are then transported to Mexico or Canada where they are slaughtered.

 Yes wild horses are rounded up on the native reserves and sold at auctions and to Mexican rodeos. This is a source of income for the tribe. The babies would be left behind to die because they couldn't keep up with the herd. The herd does not return for them. So rescues were formed.

 Yes, horses are bred and in days of old, their babies would be killed so that they could be a substitute mom for Thoroughbred  babies. 
Race horses have specific rules about breeding.
This has been stopped in many places.
We did speak up.

 Yes Mexican rodeos are legal in Washington state. 
We can put a stop to it.
We have to speak up.

 Dogs and roosters are bred for fighting. 
Breeders are the worst!
Something else we can put an end to.
We have to speak up.

Animal abuse is something we the people have the power to put an end to. 
We have to speak up.

Most rescues for horses, dogs, cats and misc farms are LEGIT. Some are not. Visit them. A true rescue allows and encourages visitors. See it for yourself how they care for the animals in their care. 

Why do they charge so much? They are only asking for what they have invested. The rescues take in sick, injured and unwanted animals. They help them heal, restore their faith in humans, and train them towards their full potential. You know what your getting. They have worked with and come to know that animal and it's personality and behavior.

The contract and return policy is for the ANIMALS SAFETY and assurance that they will never SUFFER the trauma that has already been inflicted on their lives. 

We need to ban MEXICAN RODEO'S IN all states.
We need stronger penalties for ANIMAL ABUSE
We can put a stop to the problem
We have to speak up. 


Blessed by God
Life's good @ the Bright side of the Barn
thanks for stopping by
Until next time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails

2024 Event Schedule

2024 Event Schedule ~

Mark your calendars and  join us at any of the following events this summer. July 9th ~ 16th ~ 23rd ~ 30th ~ Hometown Market  Tues Nights in...

Like what you see at the Bright side of the Barn?