Winter Settles In

It's December, and you can see winter settling in at the barn.

 The horses have mud encrusted in their coats which are long and shaggy.

Normally a stunner, Persuasion's beauty is hidden by her winter coat. Only that lovely blaze remains bright and beautiful.

Things look dull and dreary, and none of the horses have much energy (although they came right up when they saw my car arrive.)

There's a real sense of slowing down, conserving energy, and getting ready for "a long winter's nap."