Horsing around in the snow...Hermes and a Houseguest

The snow has fallen...and it is very cold.
My sister, the Equestrian, took some photos of her horses enjoying themselves in the paddock.
I thought that they were so beautiful...

they didn't want to go back into the warm barn...

Sis is off to a warmer climate herself

to her home in Rancho Mirage for a few weeks of sun and fun...

her partner, the Golfer, will be on the course everyday.

some of us stay home

 keeping the home fires burning...

Mr. HB chopped a lot of kindling 

and hauled some wood up to the front porch

It's supposed to get much colder...

I finished Michael Tonello's book

Bringing Home the Birkin

I

loved it!

If you get a chance and are so inclined

read it...

it's well written and engaged me right from the first page...

an insiders look at all things Hermes

and those who lust after their luxe products.

I must run as I am in hostess mode

and have a houseguest arriving

anytime!

Horsing around (my neck!)

Hermes does equestrian better than the rest.

I have ridden a horse although it seems long ago. My sister rides, and jumps and has had a passion for ponies as long as I can remember.  She trains young riders and has a home with a barn and paddocks on the property. Owning a horse, or horses, is a lot of work, not to mention the cost!
 I have not ridden since, at 6 months pregnant, I was thrown off. I was shaken up but not hurt. (Baby was fine)
My idea of riding a horse now would involve a horse drawn carriage!

 I found this Hermes scarf in a local consignment shop. I have no idea why it was there when I happened to pop in and browse.
Serendipity?
It was a fortuitous find indeed!

Designed by Hubert de Watrigant, entitled "Real Escula Andaluza Del Arte Equestre."

The colors are vibrant, the classic hand rolled edging is superb. It truly is a work of art by an amazing artist, produced by experienced Hermes craftsmen and women with their dedication and high standards of quality.

I like to wrap this around my neck to add a splash of color to my simple white T and jeans.

        It is not enough for a man to know how to ride; he must also know how to fall. -- Mexican proverb



What have you "fallen" for ?

Was it  an expensive or frugal purchase and how do you feel about it?

I love a bargain or a fabulous find, luxe for less fits in the Humble Bungalow best!