Taking photos at a Rodeo...have you ever been to one?  

Greetings again..

Sorry to hear about the traumatic response to your rodeo experience as a child. Yes, things were certainly less humane than they are today. And no, you didn't put a damper on my fun at this rodeo...and that was why I made a point of addressing animal rights concerns. My love of animals is also encompassing...and there is on-going concern for how things are going for them in all situations today.

I watched all the events very carefully and was taking a 'read' on how they appeared to be responding. While interviewing many of the owners and the head of the association they continually reitereated that the animals are part of this rodeo's 'family' and they recognize that without proper care and respect for their well-being there wouldn't be a show. So I know it was as much good business as humanity...but they did see to thrive in their environments and enjoy their 'work.'

Your comments and additions to any topic always enrich it and I am glad you continue to participate in perspectives forums.

Thank you for adding your experiences to the topic and for including such a delightful picture. Your son has a true 'happy face' grin as he and the clown pose together. I was going to post a comment...but the friends thing got in the way...but I do appreciate seeing it and I am sure others will too!

I agree with you about the quality care the livestock appreared to receive. After they would do an event...they had a 'happy little trot' as they went back to their pens. When the riders missed...they looked over their shoulder with a kind of 'ha-ha!...you missed look' that was quite enchanting. The organizers and participants told me that the animals love the training and truly seem to enjoy their 'work.' One fellow said that there is a bemusing dynamic between riders and the animals that is constantly in play...who is winning...the animals or the participants?

So it was my first rodeo...but I think it is something I will attend again. My hubby and I enjoyed it the way it sounds like your family does.

Wow...you sound like an experienced Rodeo gal. Your points about the risks...and the training for clowns is a good one...and true from what I have seen and read.
From the riders I spoke to they say the rodeo life gets in their blood and they love it...even after being hurt they come back again and again.

I vaguely remember hearing abour Rex Allan. It must have been great fun to meet him and pet his horse. And yes, we did enjoy it and will probably find others to attend. In Canada there are a lot of smaller towns...and in our area I know of three or four rodoes within about an hour from where we live. So yep...it will be something we will make a point of attending again.

Sorry you can't attend the way you used to. Maybe something will change and you will find a way to turn your grandaughter into a rodeo-loving gal just like you!

ya got to find away to get to the Calgory one my dad told me it was the best I just havent got to that point in Canada and would love to the best I have done is the one in Cheyenne Wyoming/.
If I had had a hose to train I would have done the barrel races.
also would have liked to do the bronco busting but as I was a girl I couldnt. I dont know if you get the western channel up there thru encore TV but sometimes the show some of Rex Allens moviesabout once a year they arent on him right now .

Some where I have photos of a rodeo in Spanish Fork Utah was the last one we did with the kids
and Last time me and hubby went was about 10 miles on the other side of Delta Utah back in 1990s
and really the smallertowns are realy good to go to they put on a great show.
I used to march in a parade with the schools in Utah to get ticket5s to the rodeos free.
I was A majorette

Goodness as I have said Lakota you should be writing your life story...you have so many fascinating things to share.
Your comments about the Calgary Stampede...and wanting to go there. Maybe we will meet in the middle sometime...we seem to have increasingly more things we both like to do. Seeing as you miss the rodeos...I posted another photo..just for you.

It must have been great fun for you to be a majorette in the parade..and then have a chance to go to the rodeo afterwards. No wonder you have a passion for them. Thanks for adding more information to the discussion..I am sure other readers will enjoy hearing about your experiences too!

I am signing off shortly...so sleep well...wrapped up in the love and light of those angel wings...and your sweet hubby's presence to guard you while you sleep. Blessings dear friend.

thanks as for other members no I dont think so I never have any comments from others and get bashed for somethings I write abiout but thatsok I cant ake it lol
Am going to bed soon myself been a very long day
hugs and Blessings and he is with me for sre at this time

I have been so busy with responding to responses here I haven't had much time to visit other friends sites. Are you having a problem with something you posted? Care to share? Now you my interest...I'll pop over to you place we will chat some more.

You hold your head up high...you always have the best intentions and those of us who know and love you understand that.

You take good care. Light filled blessings back to you!

no not me! a couple of my friends on here has been getting post deleted and tags things are way awafull I never tag

I always tag...to me that prevents others from doing it. Good to know it wasn't anyone involved with you directly. You are so positive and encouraging I could not understand how that could have happened. Thanks for clearing it up.

Hugs and blessings
Raia

your most welcome.
I just cant understand why someone would do it any how no since to it.
I just seem to get into aurguements with people and never really know why but that they have rubbed the wrong way. and only had a couple of neg. responces to a couple of my post that hurt but I enedede up ignoring them hugs

This is the reason I wanted to post this discussion..I wanted to hear about how other Mylotter's experiences around the rodeo were. It is working...and I appreciate your sharings...I bet your children have a blast. Sounds like an event the whole family enjoys. That was the atmosphere at the one we attended too...a special family outing!

I forgot to add that after the rodeo there was usually a big fireworks display

Your descriptions of your rodeo experiences really portray the sights, sounds and 'feel' of the events you attended and I thank you for that. I was hoping to share different members personal experiences because it was the first one my hubby and I attended.

I can see your point about it being a very rough sport. It was a positive experience for us because no one got hurt...especially the animals. When I read craftcatchers experiences as a child I know I'd probably feel upset if something serious occurred that severely injured the livestock or the participants. Then know I'd probably never go back.

So your experiences and overview are valuable...and I love fireworks...so that part of it would be thrilling! I'd go for that reason alone.

I can appreciate that some are...no doubt about it. However, if you read some of the comments and responses from other members animals are treated much more humanely now. As one respondent said...without taking care of the livestock...there wouldn't be a rodeo.

Well if you ever head out our way...send me an e-mail. There are lots of them in Central and Western Canada. The Calgary Stampede is a great one I've been told. The one in the photo was on a much smaller scale than some of the larger events..but it was an interesting experience. It was good for me to know that they animals appeared to be happy and well cared for too!

Maybe you have a point...about them trying to hide it. This was my first event and I did not see anything like that..but if you've had more experience with the rodeo circuit I would not be so deluded to think the cruelty doesn't exist. Maybe the entertainment factor overshadows the dark side you mention. Thanks for bringing that point to the discussion...I like all perspectives here.

I am always glad when you respond...you know that. After all the deeper, philosophical things we've been sharing it seemed like it would be enjoyable to chat about Rodeo's and gardening for a change. It was an intersting experience...and I am glad to have the photos to share. Dog shows would be something I'd enjoy too..although we've never been either.

Thank you for letting me know about your treatment and how it is going. You and your family remain in my prayers. With your strong faith in God and your wonderfully positive attitude I am not too surpised to hear that you are not having side effects. May this continue to be so and I pray your life will be all that you wish it to be...for as long as possible. Your add much light and wisdom to this world vmks31.

Hi again Remo,

Sorry I was so long in commenting to your addition. As hard as I try to maintain my 'response for every response' things get lost in the shuffle. Anyway after our experiences I can agree with you that the animals do appear to have a good life and enjoy doing what they do.

Thanks for your feedback about the photo, my hubs got that one!

Cheers,
Raia