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Justin Morgan Had a Horse

19 Feb 2012

(This post is late – oh well.)
Two weeks ago, maybe 3, I read Justin Morgan Had a Horse to Oscar. It took a little while, because I just read a couple of chapters each night.

The story was perfect – it’s about a young boy who grows up with a special horse in his life. It takes place in Vermont, in “the Old Days” a.k.a. the 1790s. Oscar had some trouble picturing the world the way it was then, but I think it’s important for him to get a little historical imagery. I could tell when he was having trouble understanding a concept, so I’d stop reading and explain. We talked about the way horses were used then, and I explained some words and phrases that aren’t in use anymore. I had to explain a lot, but it was okay.

The illustrations are really nice, and helped Oscar with the story. I wonder which book I should read him next?

Visiting Nana and Jane

12 Dec 2011

And the horses and “cowses” :)
Jane’s horses are the bay, named Marcus, and the grey, Ringo. They’re adorable.
This is Shingle Springs, in the El Dorado foothills. It’s beautiful country! We watched the Niner game, and fed the horses some carrots. We went for a little walk to see the sights. It was great to get out and see the place. I hope to visit again soon.

Ps. the picture below of the grey horse running in the afternoon sun is Nana’s favorite, named Luke. She walks down the road to see him every day. He’s running to come see us and have a carrot!