MULES

   Whatever Mules do, they must do twice as well as horses, to be thought half as good. Fortunately, this is not difficult.

In the world of mules,

There are no rules.

O. Nash

The extraordinary intelligence, endurance, and versatility of the mule cannot be overrated; nor can his or her singular perversity

Mules are very selective about the company they keep. Once they count you among friends, you are fortunate indeed.

Tumbleweed

Circe

Think back on the mules you have known personally. Did you ever know a stupid one? No. Did you ever know a stubborn, sly, mean, or snobbish one? Probably. People don't really own mules. They are like cats. They're livin' at your place an doin'  as little as they can to get by and still stay there. A mule operates at about the same belligerence level as a  cowman, which explains why the two don't get along. A sheepman will tolerate a smart ass as long as he'll pull camp and pack the pots and pans. The cowboy insists on showing the mule who's boss.--B. Black

A more individual and opinionated, temperamental and responsive, cooperative and perverse animal does not exist on the face of this planet. Mules tend to be delightfully (and sometimes not) unpredictable and capable of waiting years to "get even" for a suspected slight or injury. The mule is not recommended for therapy with mentally or physically challenged persons, due to its propensity to choose its friends with lengthy deliberation. Even able -bodied horse and donkey lovers will often forgo the pleasure of a mule's company.

MULE QUARTERS

Deirdre

Mud Creek Circe

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How cruel, the rule, that makes a mule,

Before its brother horse, a fool.

We know that hybrids are the jewels

From which are fashioned splendid tools!

The powerful impact of the mule's kick, as well as its personality, is legendary and by no means exaggerated. The kick alone combines the action and force of a piston with the accuracy and enthusiasm of a ballet dancer.

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