Milliron Monday: The Journals July - September 1972

Abbott "Pete" Smith D.V.M.:  June 16, 1938 - February 22, 2010

Virginia Joyann "Jody" Haley Smith: April 2, 1938 - May 9, 2021

Welcome to Milliron Monday where every Monday we celebrate the legacy of Milliron Farm and Clinic, Dr. Pete and Jody Smith.

A continuation of Jody’s Journals.

Jody’s Journals

July - September 1972

JULY

·        Jessica, Pat, Debbie, swam at Crystal Pool > Picnic with Swordsons, Albany horse show

·        Sunday McDougal Church > lunch, Bartlett > watch matinee races at Marietta “Missy” won both heats > Debbie’s birthday

·        Alma Ann’s, Marshall’s birthdays > rode Sailor, Debbie rode Saha, J Cricket, around Phillips, back thru Browns > went to play “Charlie Brown” > pizza

·        Pete – speech – New Philadelphia > went to see “Trumpet in the Land”

·        Leave for New York, family reunion/party > 4 days > arrived home 10 pm

·        Jessica’s birthday

·        OVMA meeting Columbus

·        Fritz trimmed Maverick, Apple, reset Cricket

·        Went to Toledo; Knappers

·        4-H picnic

·        Amy Rader here to stay with Jessica > swam at Windy Hills

·        Angel foal born, sorrel “Jessie’s Miracle” registered Standardbred > took Amy home > Janet arrived

·        All swam at Windy Hills > rode Sailor, Janet rode Cricket, J rode Shah, S rode Preak > Pat, Denver camped out

·        Pete, speech, Galion > visited Jessie, party at Garry, Aggie’s

·        Visited Jessie

·        Abbott’s birthday > offer of $50 for Lollipop” > rode Cricket up to J. P.’s campsite

·        Dog show

 

AUGUST

·        Rode to Dow Lake, Paula Brown, Karen Beasley – school teachers

·        Holly here overnight

·        Fritz shod Sailor

·        Pete trimmed Angel’s feet

·        Took Lollipop, Persimmon to Harlen Johnson’s > took Holly home

·        Sherry Indestadt’s birthday

·        County Fair week > 4 H dog show

·        Wet to Mansfield, visited Jessie, picked up Tina, left Pat

·        Dewormed horses > fair horse show, K. Foster

·        Fair races, Missy, 6^th and 8^th places > pony pulling > dinner, Dolens > took Tina home, visited with Jessie

·        Jennifer took J., P., to Walt Disney movie > Pete and I “Godfather” at the drive-in

·        I rode Cricket, J rode Sailor up Hooper Ridge to Bryson, to Brown, to Kasler Creek, to Owen Cemetery (Slave’s grave, back 329, up Fleming to Eddy’s, back 50A

·        Meigs County Fair, Rich Feldman, Baron 2^nd; Jessica, Song 1^st in obedience, Best in Show > watched horse show, watch Sherry Indestadt ride horse “James”

·        Rode bareback, saw deer in hay meadow, jumped fence

·        Out with Schultheis’, Marietta, Lobster, played cards

·        Rode – J. Worthington, Jessica, thru Phillips, up old road across from Nellie Bean’s, down Scatter Ridge, down ridge road to trails to dam, back to Scatter Ridge road, back to bridle trails, and Scatter Ridge to motorcycle trail, down past campsites to store, very hard rain, home thru Everett's’

·        Ran over top of small black snake with 5 dogs on “dog jog” > returned firing irons > visited Tinker Toy > Feldman’s here, got ewe down

·        I worked Song > rode Cricket, saw 3 deer, got horses out of hay meadow > locust grove gate repaired > Parade of the Hills

·        Holly, Sam Booth here overnight

·        Fritz cut Pat’s hair

·        Vet meeting Hocking Hills Lodge, naturalist spoke

 

SEPTEMBER

·        Missy lame, right hind leg/hip > Pat showed at State Fair, score 195, high 197 ½

·        Jessica showed at State Fair, outstanding of the day, 187 ½

·        Sunday Church of Good Shepherd, took Apple to watch motorcycles, rained all day

·        13^th wedding anniversary

·        Pete rode Sailor, Pat Cricket, J Shah, I rode Preak; Dinner at Dolens’ > went to movies

·        Rich Feldman here used electric collar on Baron with sheep, worked well > picked up Lolly, bred 9/3/72; Persimmon bred 8/27/72

·        Daddy’s birthday

·        Pilot Dog Tour, 1:30

·        Sunday Church Good Shepherd > lunch DQ > rode Hocking Valley Railway > Pete rode Sailor, I rode Cricket, J rode Shah > watch Olympics on TV

·        Uncle Arthur Rhonemus birthday, 85

·        Gary’s birthday

·        Les Rivers birthday

·        Jim Smith birthday

·        Carol birthday

·        Simmy birthday

·        Tina, H Connors birthday

·        To Cincinnati, Kings Island and Zoo > saw “Fiddler on the Roof”- excellent

 

Please forgive typos, name or place misspellings; transcription from

vintage handwriting sometimes requires a magnifying glass and random

interpretation.

Enjoy the journey!

Connect with Gina

Amazon Author Page

Milliron: The Biography

www.gmcknight.com

www.mondaycreekpublishing.com

Through captivating, powerful, and emotional anecdotes, we celebrate the life of Dr. Abbott P. Smith. His biography takes the reader from smiles to laughter to empathy and tears. Dr. Smith gave us compelling lessons learned from animals; the role animals play in the human condition, the joy of loving an animal, and the awe of their spirituality. A tender and profound look into the life of a skilled veterinarian. 

 

An Interview With Award-Winning Ohio Author, Leslie McDonald

 

An Interview With Award-Winning Ohio author, Leslie McDonald

 

With great enthusiasm, welcome esteemed author and equestrian, Leslie McDonald. Over the years, I have come to appreciate that Leslie transcends the mere titles of author and horsewoman. She is a multifaceted individual, consistently imparting innovative concepts, inspiring others to pursue their optimal existence, and urging them to advance with courage. Her extensive equestrian experience significantly enhances her creative pursuits. As a writer, she has garnered prestigious accolades for her enthralling narratives and compelling scenarios.

 

Welcome, Leslie!

GM: Congratulations on your new book! What is the premise for your new book?

LM:  Behind the Gate is a captivating collection of color photography framed by traditional haiku blended to define the seasons “behind the gate” of a secluded country haven. The book will touch the heart and imagination of anyone who loves the resplendency of gardens, the beauty of horses and the serenity of nature.

 

GM: What was your inspiration for writing haikus?

LM: When I was in college I focused on writing poetry. In fact, I had two chapbooks published: one by DePauw University and the other by University of Wisconsin/Whitewater. As time progressed, poetry took a backseat to writing fiction. However, as my work training horses and teaching lessons is all consuming, it became difficult to find quality time for long format writing. To satisfy my creative urges, I began to write haiku, inspired by photos I took around my farm. The short format has been the perfect solution to satisfy my desire to write.

 

GM: How have your horses inspired your writing?

LM: All seven of my published books have been inspired by the life I have been blessed to lead with horses. My farm and the people who frequent it are a constant source of inspiration for characters and stories.

 

GM: Describe a day in your life as a writer and horsewoman...

LM: My days are extremely full managing a stable. From the care and training of the horses to a full schedule of lessons that often last into the evening, there is very little free time. But, whenever time allows, I always have a legal pad at the ready to jot down story ideas. I’m definitely a person who writes in long hand rather than on the computer.

 

GM: Do you need a quiet place to write, or do you prefer the sounds of the day to propel your creativity? 

LM: I have two favorite places to write. One is a cushy old wicker sofa on the front porch that overlooks my front pastures. I’m rarely disturbed there as I can’t be seen from the barn! The other perfect writing spot is a chair beside the pool where I can sit in the garden and listen to the relaxing waterfall that blocks out all the noise except my thoughts.

 

GM: What would you like readers to take away from your new book?

LM: A tranquil escape from life’s crazy pace. Behind the Gate invites the reader to enjoy the purity and peace of nature.

 

GM: Can you share an excerpt?

LM: Yes...

 

Woven morning web

captures summer images

between silken strands

(c) Leslie McDonald, Behind The Gate

 

GM: What other books have you written?

LM: I’ve written six other books: Horse on the Loose, Down the Aisle, Musings of a Horse Farm Corgi, Journeys with Horses and Making Magic.

 

GM: Where can readers find your new book?

LM: All my books are available on Amazon.

 

GM: What's for lunch?

LM: Lunch in the traditional sense doesn’t exist in my lifestyle. Midday I might snack on one of the horses’ apples or stick a pack of Belvita cookies in my pocket. Throughout the day, I always have a cup of white tea at hand.

 

Connect with Leslie…

www.fcfarm.com 

Amazon Author Page

Milliron Monday: The Journals April - June 1972

Abbott "Pete" Smith D.V.M.:  June 16, 1938 - February 22, 2010

Virginia Joyann "Jody" Haley Smith: April 2, 1938 - May 9, 2021

Welcome to Milliron Monday where every Monday we celebrate the legacy of Milliron Farm and Clinic, Dr. Pete and Jody Smith.

A continuation of Jody’s Journals.

Jody's Journals

April - June 1972

APRIL

·        Pete ushered > Church of Good Shepherd

·        Took Jessie back to Mansfield (Pat and I) > dinner, Howard Johnsons > Lee Posy arrived

·        Rode Sailor, J rode Shah, saw 6 deer, cliff meadow

·        Aggie’s birthday

·        Rode to Dow Lake, Laird Gassan rode Cricket, Pat rode Preak, J rode Shah, I rode Sailor, Jan Worthington, Chris here

·        Pat’s birthday > Church of Good Shepherd, McDougal Church chili lunch > went to Glouster to see play with Hartley's

·        Leave for Las Vegas > gone 5 days AVMA

·        ATC Bird Arena

·        Rode trail at Carbondale with Jan Worthington, Gloria Adams

·        Roger Gallant dog clinic, Columbus, JoAnne drove > pm horse show with Kathryn Foster

 

MAY

·        Betty, Abbott arrived

·        Finally wormed horses > Abbott went with Pete on calls > rode Cricket, Betty rode Shah, saw 2 deer near “Cathedral” in woods

·        4-H leadership meeting

·        Fritz shoed Cricket, trimmed Apple, Maverick, Tinker, Angel, Shah

·        To Columbus, Pete, J. Hartley, and I judged trail ride > too circus, took 4 children > dinner at Episcopal Church > Jerry, Mae – saw play > Abdella’s with Fritz, Carolyn

·        Hauled Cricket, Shah, to Sand Run, rode with Jan Worthington, etc., hauled truck, camper horse trailer out with 4-wheel drive

·        Maverick birthday, 1 year old

·        Apple birthday, 2 years old

·        Carolyn Bookman’s birthday

·        Schooled Sailor

·        Pat, Kanga, swimming in pond

·        Clarence Keirns here with Pat > Pete to Michigan > Betty’s birthday

·        Memorial Day Parade

·        To Mansfield, visited Jessie in hospital > Al Schneider training classes

JUNE

·        Sheared sheep > Horse show > Pat stayed at Hoon's > took Booth’s home > Wes Keirns' birthday

·        To Stewart, Consensus meeting

·        Went to Scioto Downs

·        ATC graduation, Pat 1st

·        Rode Cricket, Pat Preak, J Shah, over to Browns, rode with dogs > Cricket slightly lame, left front

·        Rode Preak, J rode Shah, to Phillips property across Dutch Creek to check motorcycle damage

·        Pete to business seminar with Jan Crall, Christie Lash > took Johnson children, Charlie Paulette, Nate, Tanya, Rob, to Olentangy Indian Caverns, Frontier Town, Stagecoach ride, etc., dinner in Lancaster

·        Swimming lessons > took 3 baby ducks to Swardson's > Jerry and David Hartley dropped in > cleaned Pete’s study

·        Pete’s birthday > party attendees: Gassan, L’Heureux, Hartley, Foster, Dishon, Newt, Sherry > gifts: kangaroo rawhide, spotlight, honey book, Las Vegas portrait, flashlight

·        Gary helped Pat set up his tent > sorted slides > Episcopal Church > stopped at Mt. Vernon dog match > family portrait by John Smucker > dinner Howard Johnson’s > visited Jessie room 238

·        Raked hayed in meadow, 366 bales > took J., P. to Beasley’s pool

·        Dipped sheep > Pete looked at Shah

·        Went to Atwood Lake > stopped to see Jessie

·        Carol and family here; took pictures of Tom and Mike on Lolly and Tinker > rode Cricket, Deb rode Shah, J rode Shah > swam at Beasley’s pool, rain

Please forgive typos, name or place misspellings; transcription from vintage handwriting sometimes requires a magnifying glass and random interpretation.

Enjoy the journey!

Connect with Gina

Amazon Author Page

Milliron: The Biography

www.gmcknight.com

www.mondaycreekpublishing.com

Through captivating, powerful, and emotional anecdotes, we celebrate the life of Dr. Abbott P. Smith. His biography takes the reader from smiles to laughter to empathy and tears. Dr. Smith gave us compelling lessons learned from animals; the role animals play in the human condition, the joy of loving an animal, and the awe of their spirituality. A tender and profound look into the life of a skilled veterinarian.