Small Stone
Drive in the country foothills
On an errand, but not in a hurry
Picture perfect winter sunny day
Skies stippled with billowy white clouds
Winter trees model their bare arms
Diverse sizes and ages of cattle
Patterned, black, and brown
Dot luscious green winter rye
Oreo cows are my favorite
Lifted spirits
Inner and outer amusement
Mindful excursion
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“Oreo cows”–I love that!
Karin — have you ever seen them? … I think they are precious … black on the front and back halves, and cream/white in the middle — all away around!! I get such delight when I spot one — so much for not being a country girl … LOL – the things that tickle me!!
I don’t think I have–hilarious!!
Mindful excursion … surely !!!
Nice and reflective — I turned the radio off — and enjoyed the ride.
Enjoyed the ride with you !….and I LOVE OREO cows ! I make a special trip each summer to visit my favorite herd of them.
Siggi – I discovered the herd a couple of years ago … I don’t drive in that direction often, but when I do, and they are out … I am tickled every time … so much to say for this city girl — the things that tickle me LOL