Now I understand Dudley's duty and the importance of patrolling the minis every night, I don't quite sleep as soundly as I used to....don't get me wrong, I am snug under the covers (unless there is a storm within 1,000 miles and I become a jittery mess) BUT I will rest easier knowing this guy is around!  Meet Wyatt (we just love those old western outlaws!)....he was the 2011 Grand Champion of Houston AND Denver.  I hear he will make a mighty fine herd bull!  He's been out breeding cows but soon enough he'll be back in show shape for Austin this March.

calving season is almost here!!   By the looks of Ms Priscilla, we are less than a month away.  Priscilla is due with a Decker baby and we can't wait to see this little calf!  Stay tuned....babies are just a few weeks away! 

Greener days are here!  After several rains, the fields have some nice winter grass fo the girls although the drought hasn't bothered this girl!  Cinderella has been enjoying this winter....she LOVES alfalfa and will come running if she thinks there is even a chance its on the menu. 

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I overheard the Denver trip was a success and that MMH had a great time visiting the Splitt Creek Ranch family.  They are almost like family these days and we were very proud of Emily (shown here with Trooper) and Camyeron.  The girls did a great job showing their cattle...if only they could help us show in Texas!!

Stay tuned for pictures of MMH's newest addition....he's a GOOD looking boy and just to keep those grand champion bloodlines going, he was the 2011 Grand Champion of the National Western Stock Show in Denver and the Grand Champion of the 2011 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!!  We are excited and just another hint....his name continues our "Outlaw" theme!!

Even though I am a Little Dog (hence the name), I can still appreciate what a fine bull Decker is!  He left MMH this week for his new home towards Dallas and we will miss him.  The girls thought he was a stud muffin....I just thought he was a gentleman all around and can't wait to see his calves next month!

Today we take a moment to reflect on 2011 and those we lost....TJ and Dudley.  Without question, both have left indeliable marks on our lives, MMH and leave a legacy that will continue for years to come.  TJ's calves remind us of his greatness each day and we look forward to the arrival of his last offsprings next month.  We miss the boys!

The newest addition to MMH arrived over the weekend!  "Miss Iowa" is ~18m old and quite an attractive young lady although she's still skittish from her trip south.  Annie wasn't quite sure what to make of her but was the first to check out what was happening....and see if she could snag a couple bites of alfalfa while she was at it! 

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It's been so long since we had any meaningful rain, I had forgotten the problems a heavy rain can cause!  Since I am relatively low to the ground (hence my name - Little Dog!), mud is always an issue.  The good news is I am a tough little dog and my devotion to the cows is unwaivering!  Just like the post office USED to be, I do my nightly patrol of the herd in rain, snow or sleet.....esp as calving season approaches!

The holidays are a time for sharing and family....Millie seemed to take this to heart this week and even shared her feed with Magneto - her brother.  We'll see how long that lasts!!