Donkey Makeover

Thirty years ago, Poncho joined our family. Actually, it wasn't much of a family at that time--there was just Mr. and Mrs. Anyway, Poncho was a gift for my birthday, and he has continued to stay with us through all of our moves. He is short in stature, but because he is made of solid concrete, he weighs about 75 pounds. Moving him is no easy task.

Over the years, he has begun to deteriorate. His coloring was fading and his hooves were gradually being worn down. Last weekend, I decided to give him a makeover. After spending an hour or so researching what type of paint to use, I went to the craft supply store and came home with a selection of paints, brushes and a spray fixative to protect his final coat.

Now he sports a shiny brown coat with black highlights and his cargo baskets are red with yellow accents. He packs a geranium plant in each of his cargo baskets and greets visitors on their way to the front door. I have to ask myself why I waited so long to give him a makeover! He looks like a brand new donkey!