At 17:50 this afternoon, Pandora emerged from the thicket and wandered northwest to meet me in the pasture near ///delved.albums.wished, northeast of Brock's Hill. She was very affectionate, greeting me with soft nickers before enjoying a neck rub and offering the sweetest cuddles. The other two soon followed, coming straight over for a hello and some strokes. I was glad that Pandora spotted me and approached — otherwise, I suspect I would have had a long search for them this evening.
The ponies alternated between grazing in the warm sunshine and taking turns to spend time with me. Each enjoyed long neck, shoulder, and back rubs, rewarding me with gentle nuzzles and head rubs. They were all happy, relaxed, and in excellent condition. However, the flies were out in force, prompting frequent tail swishes and foot stamping. The ponies were content to stand close while I brushed the flies from their faces. At one point, Pandora wandered off for a good roll in the dusty earth to get some relief. Feeling sorry for them, I returned to the car for fly treatment. Each pony had a small amount applied — not that they were overly impressed — but they did enjoy a few treats as a reward. By 18:30, they had set off for the wooded area by the fire hydrant for a drink.
I caught up with them again at 18:45 near ///uttering.scale.mess, along the Aldershot Road fence line opposite the Velmead Woods car park. They were grazing happily among the trees, enjoying the cooler conditions. They once again took turns to come over for more strokes and rubs. Gradually, they moved southeast, thoroughly enjoying the long grass and leafy bushes.
I said my goodbyes just after 19:20, leaving them all peacefully grazing near ///nightcap.dull.stays.
The ponies were all good today.
Thanks Gordon
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