Today my wife rode in a horse show that was sponsored by a local high-end saddle maker. It was her first show on her younger horse Brooklyn since February when the horse was injured. The show consisted of a round of "Hunters" (where the horse is judged on on how well it moves while jumping the course) and round of "Equitation" (where the rider is judged on how well she rides a more difficult course of jumps) and a written portion that had to be completed by the day before the show. She got second place in the Hunter round, fourth place in the Equitation round and with the points from the written portion, she ended up in first place overall.In addition to the ribbons, the painted tray, and a small amount of prize money (enough to cover her entry fees and have about $120 left to bring home) she also won half off a custom saddle of the new design that the saddle maker has developed.

The tower of the city hall of Cartagena, Spain. It appears to be adapted to a person being near the top.

I didn't notice the spider's web till after the PA Leatherwing left. Here is the Crab spider that must have made it hiding under a petal

No, I haven't heard the safety argument from my family. My daughter drives late model, high-end cars and thinks the Caprice is a) old, and b) will nickle-and-dime me to death. That doesn't seem likely. My son loves it as much as I do. My other vehicle is a Subaru, which is noted for safety. I'm glad it has that reputation, with air bags galore, but I feel just as safe in the Caprice. I love having all that metal between me and the drunks.