Howdy Partner, the Rodeo is in Town !

In March , Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. hosted the RODEO. From the moment we arrived we knew exactly where we were since the aroma captivated your sense of smell. Personally I can't say it was earth-shaking excitement, but there were those who expressed their devotion to the show by wearing their finest western attire and getting connected with western traditions.

 Howdy, Cowboys!

The show began with an all star parade.

  

Calf Roping 

There were animal rights activists on the boardwalk and I certainly appreciated their sentiments regarding the treatment of animals.  There were times that I cringed when the calves were booted to exit the the holding pen only to be roped and forcefully put down.

Bucking Broncos

If an individual enjoys being tossed into the air by a large bull or bucking horse ---way to go.

 

 

Cowgirls

The barrel racing event was entertaining,  the horses deserved the applause.

The  show did not keep me on the edge of my seat.  Perhaps the  return of the rodeo next year might entice me to say, "Saddle up ."