Branding day at the Hackens Ranch at Viewfield, SD. Dean and Tammy Hackens are dear friends and we always enjoy our time with them. We will post some more photos that Robin took throughout the morning.
Brandings work best when played as a team. and each person realizes the importance of their contribution. I will be honest, I have seen some brandings with way too many spectators and at times it may be best if they would go contribute effort elsewhere. I will say that yesterday was a pleasure. with all working hard.
Someone has to watch the gate...."Not always easy". With saddle horses dragging the ropers last successful loop and young calves just plain missing momma. Kiersten and Julia, you did a good job.
The Boss...someone to call the shots. Dean Hackens, Thanks for letting us work with you. Our kids get so amazed at how much fun we have at your place. "Maybe, its your stories?"
Rachel will sometimes take "matters into her own hands"
TEAMWORK
I had a great time yesterday with Dean and Tammy Hackens. Robin and I count it a privilege to have known them for so many years. It was a blessing working working with so many fine young people as well. "It's a good day to be alive." :)
If anyone is trying to figure out my expression...I was probably working through another one of Dean's stories.
We had a good day yesterday...