by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Faith
Howdy Friends! I’m going to comment on a subject so sensitive, yet so taken for granted that today it seems to be slipping from our grasp. Watching a clip recently about the Statue of Liberty,I was struck by the commentator, “Lady Liberty is the very essence of...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Writing
Howdy Friends! Back about 10 years ago, our friend, and fellow author, Jodi Stewart wondered if I could, “bring a rusty bucket to life.” So accepting her challenge I wrote the first part and posted it on Facebook. The story kept talking to me and I had to...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
Howdy Friends! I was asked about riding alone…. I have for many years preferred to ride alone. For me it’s not a social thing, or an outing with friends. It’s time for my horse and me to enjoy each other and nature. I see so many folks who only ride...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
Howdy Friends! “Saddle Pitch and Inverted Hips.” A tipping forward (or backward) saddle will not only hurt the horse, but makes it impossible for a rider to find their neutral seat. That is, the pelvis will tip front, inverting the spine, causing the rider...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch
Howdy Friends! Following a resolution of Congress, President George Washington proclaimed Thursday the 26th of November 1789 a day of “public thanksgiving and prayer” devoted to “the service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent Author of all the good...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Grandpop
Howdy Friends! Snow came early this year at Grandpop’s ranch. Driving up took some extra time. I wondered along the drive how Grandpop would be doing. Driving alone, my mind skipped around a bit remembering past Thanksgivings there. Most often a full house. Kid’s...