It's a Darn Shame

As far as we know, Cinder is the first Dexter shown at our county fair in the "Other Breeds" class (4-H).  While these two looked amazing, someone forget to mention to the judge that Cinder is a Dexter. He commented very favorably on her confirmation and looks, but put her in third because she didn't achieve her growth based on her age.  Oh.  After all the judging was complete, I did approach him and complimented him on his choices (we were of like minds on his choices in other classes).  Then I asked him if he was aware that Cinder was a Dexter.  Nope.  He knew about Dexters, but apparently didn't expect to find one at our little county fair.  Next year we hope to see the breed announced along with the exhibitor's name!  The judge was so sweet and apologetic too.

On the other hand, that's the reserve champion rosette you see in the picture above.  Callie was second in the Jr. Beef Showmanship!  It was her very first time out as well -- we predict great things for her next year (like Champion maybe?). 

Cinder was rewarded well when she returned to Moosters Meadows, but then got unceremoniously turned out into the pasture with the larger part of the herd since her show year is over.  It's so sad today - she's voluntarily come to the open corral, where she's waiting patiently for all the special treatment.  She just stares at us as if to say "but, but, I'm special, you know......"  And "hey!  where the heck is all that show feed and special hay!?"  Poor girl.

Lots of other Dexter happenings - and we'll try to get caught up soon.  Really.