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Magical Moment 603, "Shetlands and Sheep"

Driving along the stretched out country roads of Texas, I did a double take when I saw shetland ponies and sheep sharing the same pasture! I made Eddie do a u-turn so I could take a few shots and share them with you all. Is there anything more adorable than shetland ponies?! 


Comments

TexWisGirl said…
they are pretty cute. so many of them are not so nice, though! :)
When I saw your post title, I thought it was going to be about Joy (your Shetland sheep dog) interacting with some sheep. So I was disappointed not to see your ever-interesting canine companion, but not so disappointed as to not enjoy the photos of the ponies and sheet together. :)
ds said…
Especially when they are wearing their extra-fuzzy winter coats!
Anonymous said…
No, nothing more adorable really. I'm pleased you stopped.
absolutely gorgeous and heavenly indeed!
Slamdunk said…
Great shots. We have a farmer that has the same arrangement in one of his pastures.
So cute! Glad you took the pics for us....and you to remember them
Busy Bee Suz said…
They are the cutest ever! So glad you insisted on Eddie turning around and so glad he did! Love those Texas skies too!
Steve Gravano said…
Beautiful, I love that red/brown pony in the second photo. What a coat!
Deborah said…
I've known a few shetlands, they have such a lot of character. Great photo's :o)
Rick said…
It's been quite a while since I've seen Shetland ponies - great shots, Elizabeth, and amazing color and contrast in that 2nd shot !

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