Howdy Chuckwagon Friends
My hubby must have been pretty tired last night, cause when I crawled into bed…………he was snoring. And Ricky doesn’t usually snore unless he’s over tired. The days are busy when we begin our racing days. Most days we try to get in an afternoon nap. I’m thinking he’s not getting enough rest.
I was out early this morning at 5:45 enjoying my morning walk/run/stairs routine. Along my journey, I passed this sign. But what intrigued me was the red robin that was sitting below. I often am very aware to my surroundings. I strongly believe that birds, butterfly’s, coins and such are signs from loved ones whom have passed before us. I’m not quite sure about this bird today, but he did pique my interest.
My little barn hands
Team 23 begins chores before the races at 4:00 pm. Today we had some extra little helpers mixing the feed for me. Thanks to Haleigh and Talance. They are huge Rick Fraser and Team 23 Fans!
Let the Thunder Roll
These sky’s are not quite what we like to see rolling in at 5 pm. Unfortunately, the weather is out of our control. The rains did arrive just before the first heat began at 7:15. So out came the mud pants ,coats and rubber boots to keep us somewhat dry for the evening.
Fun in the Mud
Well, even though the rains came down, the games must go on! It just makes for 3 X’s more work afterwards for all the crews on the grounds. So thankful for the access to good clean water because there is so much to hose down. Right from the harness, to the wagon, to the horses and even the driver!
Rick’s hook tonight was Keenan on the Left Wheel, Vegas on the Right Wheel, Air on the Left Lead and Ranger on the Right Lead. Cole rode Drama tonight with Chanse on Corn Whiskey. Ricky said the team went pretty good. He just about had a chance to go down to get the rail coming around the first turn, but then decided he just didn’t’ have quite enough room to do this. So around he went, 3 wide all the way. Cole had a bit of difficulty with Drama, which in turned caused them to be late. We received a 1 second penalty for that. We placed 25th on the day and sitting 12 in the average.
Cody is doing pretty good here. Tonight he split 14/15 with Mike Vigen on the day, and is sitting 15th in the average. I’m feeling like a pretty proud mama today. That’s my boy!
Speaking about proud……………this young lady looks pretty proud to have received our 3rd mini chuckwagon giveaway here at Prairieland Park. Thanks for coming out to watch all 36 chuckwagons of the World Professional Association. 
Along with the rains, comes the mud! And no driver is exempt from getting down right dirty. Nothing a good outside hose can’t help with, along with one loving wife!
But First………………
She has to get……………….
Him to Co-operate!
AND THAT’S NOT EASY!!!
Well, despite the mud and the rain, Team 23 and 48 stick together like glue and enjoy each and every moment that passes by.
From the Travelin Trailer
Sue, with Rick and Team 23
P.S. BE STRONG! Because things will get better. It may be stormy now, but it never rains forever.
Sue