Spring Creek Basin Mustangs

This image of Hollywood is actually from a couple of weeks ago, from an absolutely gorgeous day and evening in Spring Creek Basin. I was with the band a couple of also-gorgeous evenings ago, but I didn’t catch anything nearly as dramatic. It *did* remind me of this particular evening, and that I’d gotten sidetracked with more snow and other mustangs … and forgotten these of Hollywood – which did not (in my ever-so-humble opinion) deserve to be forgotten and not shared.

He was napping with his band (that’s the rump of one of his mares in front of him) and another band nearby, and the light from the setting sun was glowing on him in just the absolute perfect angle to light up that marvelous amber eye. I’ve always thought Hollywood has the most beautiful eyes. Sure, sure, you can say that about any/all horses (animals) … but really. 🙂 His see into MY soul, and I hope it reflects love. (I’m pretty sure his reflect something along the lines of “you again?” though, of course, I determine to see the wildness and purity of his glorious soul within. :))

Buckeye & Rowan.

The day after the wild little snow squall started sunny, turned cloudy, and then sunshine was trying to make a comeback toward the end of the day. The horses were peaceful in the cold temps (the mercury never made it out of the 30s) and sharp wind, putting their energy into grazing and slogging slowly through the mud. As winter tries to take a back seat to spring, energy seems to be at a low ebb. … Soon, we’ll all be feeling more energized!

Colorado hasn’t yet received the message that spring sprang – by the calendar – a few days ago. Which isn’t much of a surprise: No human calendar means a thing to Mother Nature. Also, I think she likes being in charge, and to remind of the same. 🙂

(The above pic was taken yesterday late afternoon.)

Technically, Terra (background) isn’t in the same band as Kestrel and Piedra. But she and her stallion stick close – and have for a couple of years. It’s the bond of mares, and the stallions live in *their* world. 🙂