Listo
“In my book horses rate right behind ladies and dogs on the man chart. They have a lot in common with these other divinely created creatures.”
Tales of cows, cowponies and cowboys of Texas, art and stories by Mike Capron
Takin' the Girls Home
“Takin’ the girls home in the fall after shipping time is the cowboy’s pride.”
Sweet Talkin’s Over Part 1
“The cow business has a long history of profit and loss and this little story is a small example of this illusive pursuit.”
Who’s Herding Who?
“Well, who’s herding who is the way it usually starts out gathering bulls in heavy brush. Bulls come in a wide variety of disposition so you have to be ready”
Pretty Forked Kid
“I’ve heard it said that a cowboy is born and not made. I’m not sure what that means.”
Champ
“Some horses have to be in the lead all the time. They’re never satisfied being in the middle of the pack and at the back is plum out of the question.”
Red Sky Take Warning
“Cowboys and Sailors have a lot in common. Sometimes when a storm is brewing, about all you can do is batten down the hatches and try to ride it out.”
Keep Your Eyes on Flaxy
“Keep Your Eyes on Flaxy…That is what I was telling myself while this little episode was unfolding. It’s Spring and Flaxy has had the winter off.”