Saddling up

Last night was beautiful, and after more extensive de-mudding (where do they find it all!) I decided it was the perfect time to introduce Pinto-Boy to his first saddle. He's been great with all the other assorted stuff on his back, so it wasn't a big surprise when he sniffed at the strange, squeaky leather thing a few times and decided it wasn't going to eat him. Honestly, he was far more interested in the new grass than he was the saddle. I didn't have a helper, so the picture is a bit wonky (he's really not that big-headed, and he does have ears) but I wanted to document the occasion.

Tomorrow (it's raining AGAIN!!!) or this weekend, I'll get it cinched up. Note to self: find soft cinch -- neoprene sticks to left-over long winter belly hairs.