A Golden Opportunity

Hear that? That is the sound of me patting myself on the back. I am so witty. It will all be clear in a moment.

Clear, cool Fall mornings are perfect for gathering cattle and photography. Last weekend, our work took us to the very top of the ridge. It was a slow climb, we had to stop frequently to allow our horses to catch their breath.

As we climbed the Western slope, the sun was slowly creeping above the horizon to our East. I wish you could have joined me in watching the world wake-up.

It was the rare occasion that being a woman on a cowboy crew proved an advantage. As we reached the top of the ridge, I rode on, so the gentlemen could take a wee break. As I crested the ridge, the golden sun crested the horizon. It was breathtaking. I took a moment to capture my golden mount in the glow.