March Horses

     It was late March, the landscape was subdued into shades of gray by a long hard winter and the sky was completely overcast. Into this muted scene, two young friends walked through a pasture gate, calling for the small herd. They were rewarded with a hearty greeting as three horses galloped up the hill for a friendly pat and maybe a treat. At that moment the clouds thinned a bit and the congenial group acquired a slight illumination from a weak ray of sun. In retrospect it was a perfect photo opportunity and perhaps, my favorite of the day!

Below, the equine trio has tired of socializing and begins the short trek to the barn for a bite of carrot, following close behind their benefactors.