What Makes Cowboy Mike and Winston’s Friendship a Good Example?
Howdy! Cowboy Mike has someone for you all to meet…
A miniature pony named Winston, neighing a greet!
From the fun children’s book, A Day in The Life of Cowboy
Mike and Winston by Michael Eastwood, we have two best friends sharing
their day with us!
If there is one thing to derive from their adventures from
dawn to dusk, it is the beautiful bond Winston, the miniature pony, and Cowboy
Mike share!
Let’s discuss how their friendship is such an example for
all readers.
The two live on a big ranch, where Cowboy Mike is seen taking
care of Winston’s stable. Miniature ponies tend to make a mess and leave an
untidy shed. Only for Cowboy Mike to step in and do all the work. Cowboy Mike
never complains and makes sure that Winston is loved unconditionally. A good
friendship is one that asks for nothing in return.
2.
Giving and Sharing:
Cowboy Mike feeds Winston to his heart’s content! He makes
sure that his galloping buddy has had all the water a pony could ask for
throughout the day. We see Cowboy Mike with these little gestures that inspire
us to care for the people we love. From tending to Winston’s grumbling tummy to
tucking him into bed at night, the two pals are side by side.
3.
Taking Care of Yourself:
Besides showing us how to take
care of our friends, the book shows us that it is also important to take care
of yourself. After a hard day of work and taking care of Winston, Cowboy Mike
needs a much-needed shut-eye. If he does not get a full night’s sleep, he can’t
take care of Winston. Similarly, we need to take care of ourselves before we
can think of helping others.
4.
Spending Quality Time:
Friends that eat together stay
together. Work doesn’t seem so tedious when you’re having fun at the same time!
Cowboy Mike and Winston are seen performing various activities on the ranch
together. From eating breakfast together to teaching kids how to take care of
their ponies, the two make sure they have fun and are productive.
Cowboy Mike and Winston inspire
us to be organized and have fun with our friends!
5.
Man’s Best Friend
Perhaps the most important message
in the relationship between Cowboy Mike and Winston is kindness towards
animals. In the book, Winston doesn’t feel any different than Cowboy Mike. This
is because he chooses to treat him as an equal. In a world where animals are
mistreated and humans are destroying their habitats, the book sends an
underlying message, to be kind to the voiceless. They, too, have feelings, get
hungry, and want to make friends.
Let them be your best friend.
Make A
Day In The Life of Cowboy Mike and Winston Michael D. Eastwood a
part of your child’s bedtime reads before they are up and running for another day
in their life. visit michaeldeastwood.com or www.pony4precious.com
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