I have a long-established tradition instilled in me by my horse mother in the early 60s of going along the roadside in the early spring, before things start to grow, to collect any trash or litter that might be hazardous to horses when they become obscured by weeds or grasses. This means not only on the shoulder of the road, but farther in where they might be tossed or jettisoned from a passing vehicle, truck, or whatever. Over the years, I … [Read more...]