BY JIM WEBSTER The thing about farming and agriculture is that it isn’t just an industry, it isn’t just a way of life, it’s a world. All sorts of people come into this world and they might pass through, going about their lawful occasions. They might enter it and flee gibbering unable to cope with the proclivities of the natives. Some will arrive, breathe deeply … Continue reading Going Native
For many of us, the idea of owning a pet is a fairly obvious way of getting more out of life. Yet, far fewer people consider getting a horse of their own than those that get a cat or a dog. While this might not be the right type of animal for everyone, there are still some very good reasons why owning a horse is … Continue reading Why Owning a Horse Could Be a Good Idea
BY DOMINIC WIGHTMAN Last week I was driving down a steep hill on the motorway when something white on the lane inside caught my eye. At first it looked like a torn white plastic bag – the kind one gets from a kebab house or chippie. Then, as I got closer, I saw some cars in front swerving to avoid it. The true misery of … Continue reading For the Love of Creatures
BY DOMINIC WIGHTMAN The death of a family dog is a heart-wrenching experience. I detailed the loss of my best pal – our chocolate Labrador, Cadbury – last August in the pages of this magazine. My family still feels the pain, although it has tapered somewhat since the summer. Now the heartache comes in waves when you least expect – signing off Christmas cards to … Continue reading The Terrierist
