Mustangs in May

Equine markings can be mystical and mysterious.  Look at this fellow!  There is no doubt he stands out in a crowd.  Moffat County, Colorado is the marathon site for the corralling of wild mustangs every spring, usually in May.  Colorado's Highway 40 and MCR 318 from Sandwash Basin turn into the beaten path boulevard for a stampede of manes, tails and cowboys!  We were fortunate to accompany this great western slice of life, and subsequently given the opportunity to come upon the masterfully painted white faced mustang.

"Of all the animals the horse is the best friend of the Indian, for without it he could not go on long journeys. A horse is the Indian's most valuable piece of property. If an Indian wishes to gain something, he promises that if the horse will help him he will paint it with native dye, that all may see that help has come to him through the aid of his horse." ---Brave Buffalo (late 19th century) Teton Sioux medicine man

Words of the Prophet

The words of prophets can be found in the old testament, but also on a side street in old town Flagstaff, AZ.  While traveling throughout the southwest last summer, we decided to stay overnight in Flagstaff.  The town was abuzz for the 4th of July.  After the local, small town parade, we ventured the side streets, as often the real feel of a town can be found along the cracks and fissures of old brick and adobe.  My camera was not disappointed, as these painted prophets, created by an unknown artist, delivered their sermon with silent power.