A NEW ARRANGEMENT... Ken & Bill's First Time Working Together!!

Hi everyone. With Buck's passing, it is necessary for us to try a new arrangement with the horses. Today it is Ken & Bill's first time working together! We will see how it goes, since they will be doing a lot of work together in the woods this winter while Lady is on maternity leave! It is a little tricky, since Bill walks so much faster than Ken!
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[@jeanhawken4482]

It is a working farm and life goes on. The fact that you buried the Buck said it all. Such respect for a wonderful working horse.

[@delhunt5609]

Or😢tfg😢rdrooooiyeiiuuuuuuu

[@kimcool6327]

I love the way Brenda shows Ken compassion, "Kenny are you okay". So sweet.

[@oneblessedude]

Why would a Belgian and a Percheron feel like fighting naturally??

[@stumpy2816]

Watching this video at the age of 87 reminds me of being about 12 and sitting on the hood of a 39 chevy and driving a team to get the car out of the mud to a gravel road. Thanks for the memories 😂

[@goldenyearsacres9163]

Man, I had a hard time holding back tears, knowing the loss you have suffered. I know you are trying to keep on keeping on & keeping it together while you work. Just making a video must have been tough. Huge respect for BOTH of you. Continued prayers for all horses & humans to adjust to the new 'normal."

[@elvinofurtado3259]

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[@MrGr8golf]

Great video. I am amazed at how well Jim knows what to do with his new setup with his horses and how well he adapts to the situation. Brenda, you add so much to the videos with your comments, videography and humor. Thank you for being you.

[@mervjb809]

I like how Jim is so in tune with his horses, he knows when they're nervous, or tired and need to rest, or full of energy from some days off. A good teamster , is he!!

[@c0lvin4o]

Yes, friends. Life goes on, and you will clearly make the best of it. This unexpected shift in horses will likely be a fine learning experience for your MULTITUDE of UTube watchers.

[@jacob1030]

Why don't you call this wonderful show " working horses with Jim and Brenda " you two are such a letter team. 💙

[@ericvogel1126]

Jim, you truly are a master teamster who is very much in tune with your partners. You do explain things well and I have learned so much about these gentle giants from you and Brenda. Thanks so much for what you do.

[@davidhypes5228]

It was so relaxing to watch the horses when they were trotting at the end. Listening to the chains jingle, watching their tails swish and the snow fly….very much enjoyed the video, but especially that last little bit. So glad these two boys did well together. I’m sure Ken is missing his buddy a lot, as do you guys. 🙏🏻

[@louisecassidy5991]

Be sure, when a horse dies or is sold on, the whole barn knows it.

[@ponygirl5716]

Such a sad turn of events to not see Buck working along. So glad to see that Bill and ken are adjusting. I understand what Jim was talking about when he said that he didn’t want to ask them to pull if they might not be able to pull that frozen sled out. He never wants to ask them to do something that they can’t physically do. Because he always wants them to have trust in what he asks them. That’s how good horsemen think.

[@debbiesue4287]

I love how Lady', shall we say...sets clear boundaries! She reminds me of a lead mare we had on the ranch named Ginger. She was a great horse to work with, loyal, strong , smart, and always wanting to "get on with the job at hand without a bunch of nonsense.. We wrangled large groups of other horses and rental riders every weekend and she was a just by her nature a great lead wrangling horse. A few years later we had Ginger bread and on Easter Sunday she had a filly named Shadow. We knew Gingers nature but it wasn't until Shadow was born the it became absolutely obvious that Ginger was QUEEN of the ranch. lol Every horse on the ranch ( over 100 of them) knew Shadow was Gingers baby and nobody messed with Shadow no mater what she did or how much she annoyed them, she could be a brat sometimes! LOL. If Shadow ran off through the herd to play and Ginger called to her the other horses literally moved aside so she could run to Ginger. The other horses took care and watched over Shadow . I would not have believed it if I had not seen it myself. It's interesting watching the dynamics and how they can change in action. If anyone can help Ken and Bill figure out how to work together it will be you!!

[@tracyjohnson2992]

I have to say you two are so darned cute on your sled ride, finding time to be together with a busy schedule is hard to do but you two do it and i love that about you two. Love to you both and hugs for Ken, for his loss of his friend and his team mate. hugs for you both two. God bless and enjoy the rest of your day

[@jacktotterdale1223]

Bill and Ken will do good together. Can't wait to see more of baron working . Great video as always. And Brenda we saw Jim push you off the sled and we know its because the pie wasn't for him .....lmao stay safe

[@Brauelle]

LOL exactly we all saw Jim push Brenda... 🙂

[@johnking8679]

Yeah !! And I saw that, too Jim !! LOL !! Those pies or that Brenda makes sure influence you, Jim. Save a piece for me, please !!

[@huntermills3992]

Hello folks I love your videos and I'm so sorry you lost buck. He was a good horse and it's always hard to lose a good one! I have learned alot from your videos and it has made me a better teamster as well! Thank you for doing what u do and hope one day to meet u folks in person!

[@laurelremington2056]

Ken and Bill will get better as they work together more!

[@amyberg1413]

Amazing, all those straps, and buckles. It all looks complex but Jim really knows what he's doing and makes it look easy. Love seeing the horses working together.

[@melissaciswhoibe9183]

They did great together! They are so beautiful. I love how they know, what you tell them to do. Really smart, they are. The snow is gorgeous! Keeping y'all in my prayers. Buck was a good horse. 🙏

[@dirtpatcheaven]

Love your videos! So peaceful.

[@nancygrams9784]

The scenery is beautiful with all the snow. I love to go walking in the morning after a nice snow it’s so peaceful and calming!

[@jimputnam2044]

LOL Jim's hurrying home to save the pie from burning. We men always think with our gut. 🥧

[@dirtpatcheaven]

Oh I am so sorry about Buck!

[@judisnyder4868]

Love watching your videos! Teary-eyed over your loss of Buck. So Sorry. Thanks for teaching us so much. Horses are incredible animals.

[@noreencullen8957]

What a tremendous learning experience for all of us. Thank you for sharing what it's really like to partner and train and live with horses and their individual quirks. Baron is learning lot from his seasoned compatriots,as will the geldings who are growing up fast. What a lively barn you have this year. Herd hierarchy is very interesting with your current mix of young old,stud,mare, old and new geldings who are still colts.

[@rodneywroten2994]

It is so amazing how important buck was. such a great horse. Baron is so beautiful

[@patpower5239]

Another master class. A little more adjusting on the carburator when you get to the woods. A pleasure to witness such horsemanship.

[@evabetlyon2693]

I love watching these magnificent beasts ( I call them beasts out of the greatest of respect..their massive size and strength is unimaginable with only a little leather strap from mouth to hand )..and the love and kindness you and your wife have for them..I still cry for the ones I've lost so I understand how you feel about BUCK..I hope all goes well..take care..prayers and blessings to all

[@c0lvin4o]

A great video even for a NON-horseman!

[@fernlintner65]

You didn’t want to break their trust by asking them to do something they can’t. That is a very wise. Adjustments of life.

[@lspthrattan]

lol when you said, "They both have a little pile of hay here" I thought, "I think Lady has two piles of hay!" Also, thank you for the clarification about the evener and swingles (if I got that wrong, don't worry, I'll watch this more than once to make sure I learn it). This is the kind of real-time tutoring you just can't find anywhere else on KZbin. Either it's not there or the algorithm and search bar are letting me down...doesn't matter; I'm a confirmed fan of the channel. Oh and btw, I completely understood why you didn't want to tell the team to do something you didn't know was even possible. That kind of thing would affect their trust in you, and they could lose heart. You can't let that happen, of course. I sure do love to see a thing done well!

[@theodoremetcalf9198]

Good see Ken and bille together

[@barbaracarter8129]

I bet their guardian angle Buck is on them to be good for Jim .

[@nicolassmith1278]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the weather over there??

[@barbf8628]

Lol. Love how a mare will educate a young stud or gelding on gentlemanly behavior.

[@melindaivey4772]

Going to have to make Barron a name sign and tay Buck's name off the stall. I pray 🙏 that they work well together. It's going to be a learning curve for all.

[@markmunro8753]

The horses are so lucky to have your care and knowledge ❤❤❤.

[@johnowen3569]

Brenda, you really do a wonderful job of filming the content in your video's, smooth and seamless flow. I am curious as to whether you use a tracker and what your average daily steps are. You both seem to get plenty of exercise in you daily routine!

[@celestegeorge9101]

Because of Brenda talking about apple pie we have been making more pies. Just another good thing from working horses with jim

[@andreas515c2]

Hi Jim, I really enjoy seeing you working with the horses. Great job with a new team. Farm on, Andreas

[@leem200]

Amazed they touch sides, never have I watched anything like this. It is pretty interesting and amazing. So much thought and work for both horses and person. Peace!

[@valspannbauer3334]

We were surprised but so happy to see your latest video after sharing the heartbreaking news about Buck the other day. We would have understood if you'd needed more time while grieving to post another video, but oh it was good to see you both. Jim and Brenda, you two have such a great love and compassion for these horses, I think that comes across in every video, and it's one of the many reasons that we all watch. Thank you for sharing your lives with us, the happy & the sad. Keeping you in your family in our continued thoughts and prayers 🙏

[@dannybond5205]

I’m sorry to hear about Buck, he was a handsome Horse

[@sarahloten871]

This video was touching, gentle while still educational and practical. Kudos to both the human and equine teams in this video! Jim and Brenda, you make such a good team, getting everything done and bringing your own ways to the scenes which are wonderful to see. I was most interested in seeing how you would put two different horses together, how to make this work. Life is never quite as planned, especially on a farm and it is how we all adapt that makes the difference. Thank you for showing your way.

[@rosiamorrison6531]

Prayers it goes well with the Horses.

[@cheyennejt]

It's great to see the process of figuring out what it takes to make a team work together. Thanks.

[@mansoorilyas8218]

I am glad it turned out to be good exercise, hopefully you will not face any difficulty in the woods. RIP Buck

[@CarolynMartin-dl8tf]

Ken and Bill did great!

[@gaylesmith1738]

So interesting to see what all you need to do. Still so sad about Buck...but, I also love the others! They're all so beautiful!

[@nicolassmith1278]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the weather over there??

[@jamescox8233]

Jim, Brenda, Thanks for the great run in the beautiful snowy woods. Jim with you working Ken, and Bill, i am sure things will work out, in time. great video God Bless, all of you, stay safe...Jim, Nova Scotia, Canada.

[@jimdewitt5798]

Pretty in the woods. Jim is a master teamster. Be careful Brenda don’t get hurt slipping off the sled. I hope everything works well logging with these two. Stay well and God Bless you.

[@brendahogue5487]

Love your videos and Jim working with the horses

[@maggiesue4825]

This has been such a learning experience for me. Working with new teams, horses with different personalities - it's a lot of work and patience! You work so well with them, and I'm looking forward to watching Ken and Bill learn to work together, as well as your other horses. Now go inside and get warm!!

[@farmwife3622]

I MISS SEEING BUCK 😔

[@helenkelley8788]

They both know that Buck is gone...and they know they have a job that has to be done...they truly enjoy their work...having said that...I believe they will be a working team ..you could still have a hick up now and then ..but I think it'll be rare...

[@ericlakota1847]

Its so funny ken bill are both looking at each other like y are you next to me ken looked devistated

[@d.g.n9392]

As always thank you for explaining the reason for how you adjust using two different horses together. It’s something to see them heading home to the barn. 🙋‍♂️🐈🐈

[@stanhensley3082]

Brenda,you are like my wife.She also makes pies 🥧 to give to others.She makes a great pie but does it a little different way.She uses a glass pie plate so can use a micowave oven,Her crust is made with Lard.She puts the whole pie in the microwave for 10 to 12 minutes on high. Then the pie goes in a 425 degree oven for 15 minutes. So she has a pie done in about 45 minutes. And yes people are always happy to have one her pies 🥧!! She is a very good farm cook and the love 😍 of my life.We have been married over 50 years.Lucky me!! What a beautiful day to be out in the snow. It was a great ride-a-long!! Thanks 😊.

[@beckybrown553]

Im so very sorry for your loss ,stay safe and warm 💗

[@kath5201]

I hope you guys are doing OK today. I know how terrible that empty stall is. Just think about the Baby to come, that will fill that stall, and bring joy with him\her. We love you all. And they do make comfy muzzles so they wont bite each other while in Harness. They can eat and drink wearing one.

[@karenatha7890]

Tough days... When I hear you say this is my worst combination for logging; I want to say, Oh Jim. You are some horseman! And they will handle amazingly well because as a driver you've got the best spatial perception I've seen anywhere. You and Brenda both. Hugs virtually. I heard that the temperature is going way down this week.....

[@margaloone7970]

I think they might be ok together. If anyone can get them to work together it is Jim. Brenda and Jim thank you for sharing this video and I am so sorry you lost Buck.

[@donpeterson9282]

I am always impressed by how consistent you are in training and handling your teams. This develops safe work habits that are critical behaviors when the unexpected occurs. You put a significant amount of planning time in for each job. We observe how important training and retraining are to you through your activities. I hope your messages about the importance of good work and behavior habits are internalized by your viewers. It is a good reminder for us to develop safe habits in our daily lives. If we do our jobs correctly, they are more likely to be safe habits. An interesting demonstration of how the equipment works and how you determine if the team is working together effectively. ✌️❤️🙏🖖

[@johnwellwood46]

nice job jim, it's a lot of work and from our perspective you make it look easy but you have that experience and i'm sure you will make ken and bill and great team, thank you for sharing with us, God Bless

[@judymorton5991]

The team was even on the trot home! Great video.

[@chantaln6843]

They seemed like they are a good team, after all 😊

[@alb5489]

Your looking pretty serious Jim.

[@jamesbrussels5776]

Hi Jim and Brenda really good Team work

[@andrewslagle1974]

Jim thank you for sharing your expertise driving .I pick up so much with each video!

[@hejnye]

Jim and Brenda, if you need some help with purchasing a replacement for Buck, really can never replace him, I will donate funds.

[@shirleymurphy1958]

Was praying all would go well !

[@willwipf7030]

From what I've seen you work with your horses ,I'd say you got this,

[@sassy6292]

I heard from a very experienced and respected driving instructor from England that a bit of pressure on the bit can be comforting to a horse especially in a stressful situation. Much respect to you in regards to not asking them to do something they may be unsuccessful doing. This is annoying to them. They don’t have the luxury of a frustration tantrum to blow off the tension. Also it’s best to save that kind of thing for the oops times.

[@GardengateDreamer]

It's surprising to me that Bill is slower then ken being he's the larger horse. I am sorry that you lost a beautiful member of your family.. I know your pain and feel your sadness. But I'm sure it's harder to deal with when you work with them daily and being part of your livelyhood. Buck was a beautiful boy. And no doubt will be missed by many. They snow and woods so beautiful and peaceful.

[@marionberry6909]

Jim, I am certain that you will get Ken and Bill working together, as best they can. Good Luck

[@kenj7222]

I enjoy you knowledge of your horses! Life has to go on and adjusting things is necessary. Sure did enjoy Lady putting Baron in his place. Being a stud he needs some of that treatment!

[@andymiller3138]

i say this every time Beautifl

[@stumpy2816]

Jim and Brenda love your videos 😊

[@lindascribner6602]

What a beautiful video...loved every minute!!

[@patriciawilhite7038]

When you first had Ken and Bill harnessed up and standing at the door Ken looked sad to me. Or was that just me? Do horses understand the loss? RIP Buck 🐴 🕊

[@dorisartman]

💜🙏💜 as you all are adjusting to your loss.

[@markbeauseigneur5947]

Always good to get back on the horse again,so to speak. Hope this team works out for you. Here's hoping.👍

[@Ronald-hx6zn]

Bill is a stout horse who will make the change seamless.

[@HorsesTravelVlogsJack]

would be cute to put a picture frame with buck and his stall plate on a wall on the barn to have a forever souvenir of him ' i hope evrything turns arounf dor the best for jim after this sudden loss it's been very cold here and I have not toom for all my horses but they have run in shelters, been keeping them watered and fed, and guve them alfafa cubes in warm water with oil and salt to keep them hydrated along this very cold snap.

[@theodoremetcalf9198]

Good see Ken train bill

[@JackLittle-qi8sf]

You are great horseman you will never have a problem i am sure of that I wish i new half as much as you when i had horses

[@ChrisLascari]

It may be difficult to explain the mouth pressure and line adjustment but you did a great job of it. Nice work and hopefully these 2 can get the job done this winter.

[@53221carvel]

Being from a farm in Canada I miss driving horses in the winter with the loaded dray to the pasture. Even the cold was not such a bother when we used the horses verses the tractor

[@Sandy-is7wc]

I enjoyed my sleigh ride, and learning about how to make a new working team 🐎❤and lol, so sorry about the pie Jim.

[@andrewmoran7353]

Really nice 😊 very cool team work,Jim/ Brenda and horses 🐴🤔👏👀

[@mfc4591]

Well that was once again a tribute to both your experience Jim and to the training the horses have had. I am most certain they Know Buck is gone, but they also know when its time to settle their differences to make things work ! Sorry you did not get some pie I bet it was a good one, Brenda knows about those things. (I think Jim you already had some another time )!

[@ladynickerson3664]

You have a wonderful life

[@justnix4487]

Loved today's vid very educational plus beautiful horses and scenery

[@ronnietaylor2488]

Just got my working horses with jim calendar today and I love it

[@michaelmeyers1827]

It is beautiful out there!

[@lindalala5813]

The Colts stall will come in handy when Lady goes into foal. Sending hugs,thanks for keeping us up to date. Ken and Bill are doing amazing. I think they will surprise you...they miss Buck too..adapting is change..they'll get used to it..time and patience...they are with the right man.

[@jessicacarr8175]

Yes you should shovel all of the snow off of it so it would be easier to stand on without slipping

[@Liz-M]

Hope they work well together 🙏🏽

[@melklein5648]

Jim a great job explaining the lines and adjusting them

[@juliedalgardno3361]

❤️😌So good to see Ken and Bill getting along in work! Please stay safe!!! I had to get myself in to make a pie 🤣!

[@nicolassmith1278]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the weather over there??

[@debbiebjorklund3241]

Good morning Jim & Brenda, sorry ya fell off Bren. 😂 I have been so GLAD you told & reminded me of their names I knew you ment BILL.😂 love yas. ❤❤❤❤

[@debbiebjorklund3241]

I Know their names. ❤ Yippee. I can understand all that ya say. Yall have a Good day to😊 love ya 's❤😊

[@johnmarlow2887]

Thank you, Jim and Brenda, for a very informative video: also Ken and Bill for your participation. I loved the icicles at about 17 minutes.