From Wikipedia: “Martha Jane Canary-Burke, better known as Calamity Jane (May 1, 1852 – August 1, 1903), was a frontierswoman, prostitute, and professional scout best known for her claim of being an acquaintance of Wild Bill Hickok, but also for having gained fame fighting Native American Indians. She exhibited kindness…
A Cowboy’s Work is Never Done is a song by pop duo Sonny and Cher from their album All I Ever Need Is You. It was released as a single in 1972 and peaked at #8 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The song was written by Sonny Bono. If…
My First Horse Age Four My Brother John (left) And Me
When movie makers need horses, cattle, mules, wagons, etc. they normally rent them. One of the companies doing this is Movin On Livestock located in Southern California and Corrales, New Mexico, owned by Jack Lilley and Clay Lilley. This is a fourth generation livestock barn. They have over 65 years…
Spurs are a metal tool worn on the heels of boots that are used to motivate horses into paying attention. Spurring a horse, however gently, sends the message “I’m serious about what I just asked you to do”. They should be the last thing you use to communicate to the…
