Sharing the Warmth

Unfortunately, it was cold beyond imagining at the sleigh rally. The temperature was hovering between 10 & 15 degrees Farenheit and the wind was blowing a gale. Very unpleasant weather for man or beast!

Partway through the day though, we discovered two Shire mares that were standing beside their trailer, protected from the wind. Their huge black bodies were soaking up the winter sunshine, and they were radiating heat. They seemed more than happy to share, so we placed our chilly checks and frozen fingertips on their bodies. We were also hoping to feel the foal moving inside this mare's belly, but we didn't.