When Phil buys me flowers, Cuzco gets to enjoy them when they’re past their prime.

Cuzco was originally purchased to be a companion to my colt, Jet. Those two were quite the pair of trouble-makers. They still are, in fact. 

“Cuzco, let’s go steal the halters!” 

“I’m on it!” 

Cuzco? Spoiled?! Never!!

He earns his keep… A little bit… Sometimes. 
We had nearly a foot of snow last night and it was still coming down hard most of today, so we decided to walk the two miles to the store instead of drive on the treacherous unplowed roads. Cuzco got to carry the milk home–one gallon on each side. He did very well considering the snow was up over his knees, and he didn’t even complain once.

Cuzco loves it when Phil plays his fiddle or mandolin. He drops whatever he is doing and stands near Phil to listen.

From Sopris Unlimited. It’s a llama halter, but it fits Cuzco nicely. I wish they still made these!

This is me and Phil’s all-time favorite photo, hands down.