GLADIATORS

The rising sun provided a crisp contrast to the chill in the air as the post dawn battle raged this fine morning.

Genetically inspired by decades of combat, the participants fought without a conscious cause. Neither anger nor coveted prize drove their fierce charges. They eagerly marshaled strength to vanquish their opponent because it has always been so.

These warriors were young in years, but none the less daring in their chosen quest. Thrusts, parries, mocking moves, and all out charges across the turf of the battleground ruled the moment.

And just as quickly, the pair amiably retired to their chosen repast and side by side mused as to the quality of their yellow corn breakfast.

The casual stance of the four point implied his belief in established supremacy, while the cocky sidelong glance of the spike promised future battle.

Such has it always been in nature's natural selection process for future generation sires on the Tin Star Ranch.