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Homestead Happenings  

By Larry Reinhold
The clock says 1:05 AM and Robin says it is time to go. This is no time to ask if we can wait until morning. It was time to grab the suitcase, wake the kids and give some last minute instructions. As the automatic timing of the contractions were shown by the grimaces upon Robin’s face, we began the trip to Sturgis at 1:15 AM. I can only speak for my thoughts at those moments. I knew how the bumpy gravel roads affected Robin in her condition and I wanted to drive accordingly. She would tell me when she was feeling a contraction and I would slow down the Suburban and do my best to miss any potholes. I then would press on the accelerator when she would give me the signal. I must admit that I had quite a few thoughts on possible plans as we got into Sturgis, as I had seen many motorcycles in town in previous days waiting for the start of the Sturgis Rally. (Oh yes, we did receive our share of ribbing as to planning to have this child during the rally.) It was obvious to me with Robin’s history and her capabilities that we did not have much time when bumps in the roads and contractions in unison only brought out the response of, “Drive faster!” To my relief I did not see much traffic in town and we arrived at the hospital in time. After the quick 28-mile drive and Robin’s great effort, we welcomed Julia Lee into the bright lights of the world at 1:58 AM.

How fitting for Robin to give birth to our fifth child than during a Legacy camp, since we have been challenging the young people to leave a path that was worth pursuing; a trail that would guide. Each was challenged to the fact that someone would be going after them as they led. Yes they would be leaders and to be a good leader they must be a worthy follower of someone with credential.

With the expectation and arrival of Julia during Legacy II 2005, the young people were able to experience the anticipation and arrival of this new little being created in God’s image. A baby demonstrates the very beginning of a journey of a child that would be looking for direction for years to come. The necessity of worthy legacy to lie before her could hardly be argued.

It has been quite an honor to have grandparents partake in this process of growing up kids. We certainly miss the Grandma touch, but Grandpa Reinhold is quite proud. We are also blessed to have Granddad and Grandma Paulton nearby in Hot Springs. Every kid needs a grandparent type close by. Even if you have to adopt one.

Larry and Robin Reinhold and their Children (l-r) Molly, Danny, Julia, Caleb and Rachel


PONYTAILS
By Larry Reinhold August 28, 2005
For our Daughters – Rachel Marie, Molly Anne and Julia Lee

 

Ponytails - President Washington had one all tied up in bows.
And yes, long straight black ones worn by brave warriors of the Sioux.
Ponytails - My saddle horse has one I suppose;
And just look, my best cowhands have long blonde ones, too.

A Cowboy with long hair sure leaves something to desire;
The barber will take care of that with his comb and shears.
With a clip here and a cut there, he’ll move that hairline higher;
Now partner... better keep your hat on or you will sunburn your ears.

But don’t come and mess with my best working hands;
They ride as tough as they come and they sure can handle stock.
They watch for droopy ears and baby calves and can read all the brands;
There is a lot of smart and a gentle heart under those long blonde locks.

You are impressed at the end of the day by the cowhands of the Lonetree;
They put in fair time and worked mighty fine and did the job well.
And now my best cowhands go and kiss my wife with glee;
Yep, Mom and I are proud of—yes our cowgirls—as those ponytails tell.
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