Howdy!

This evening we are relaxing at home with some sore muscles! We were finally able to go celebrate Chris' birthday (which was back in August) because it was the first day that we all had the day off together. Ben, Jenny, Chris and I went for a half-day horseback trail ride in Santa Barbara.

The weather was absolutely perfect and we had a great time (even with our sore muscles as a result). I took lots of pictures, so enjoy our ride through the hills of Goleta.

Chris and Ben have the same birthday (and so do Jenny and I)!

Before we saddled up.

This was Jenny's first time on a horse!

Me & Trader


Jenny & Joe

(affectionately named "Sloppy Joe" as he had a little bowel problem, unfortunately for Chris who was riding behind Jenny on the trail).

Chris & Muffin (aka Stud muffin)

Ben & Dunnit

(we're guessing he was named Dunnit because he had "been there and dunnit", as he was a little slow)

I think Chris and Jenny got the hang of horseback riding!

This was my view for the ride

(Our guide, LP & Shelby)

Fortunately, the day was absolutely gorgeous and we could see all the way out to the Channel Islands!

The view behind me on the way back down the hill.

We stopped so the horses could get some water.

What a handsome husband I have and he looks good in his cowboy shirt!

We stopped to get water for ourselves and there was a great lookout point.

(Not too sore yet!)

I think Ben is ready to move on to the rodeo circuit!

All of us on our trusty steeds.

Billy the Kid & Jesse James

(showing off their "guns")

We had a great day and really enjoyed our ride. It felt really good to get back on a horse (I used to ride every week when I was younger), and it was wonderful to spend the beautiful day doing something we don't normally do.

I hope you are enjoying your weekend and taking time out for a little fun!