Ever since the January visit in 2009 to meet Miss Madelyn, Poppie has talked about the two of them going to the National Western Stock Show. But, January goes quickly and they've missed it each year.
This year is different. They made it to the stock show! Although they had three tag-alongs - Honey, Sawyer, and me. Griff was in NYC having a boys' weekend at a good friend's wedding.
Cowboys and a cowgirl ready to hit the wide open trail...or highway in our Pilot.
Two Linda Lous!
Do you prefer an English or Western saddle? These buckaroos prefer Western.
Madelyn posing in her rodeo royalty stance as the winners of the pretend rodeo royalty competition are announced. This was led by the Brush Queen and included an interview, modeling, and a riding demonstration.
Madelyn reports that her favorite part was the pony ride. Sawyer enjoyed milking the cow. I loved seeing the livestock up close especially a Texas longhorn and the Brahman (humpback) bull. We almost got Honey up on the Brahman bull for a souvenir picture.
All in all it was a great day. The only thing that would have made it better is if Griff had been able to go with us. I look forward to going back next year. Now that we know what to expect, we can plan on an even better day.
