Everyone has a dream and that is true of Jude Bonner, a young man growing up on a farm in Belgrade, Minnesota in 2005. Jude gets his wish to have and train a team of Percheron draft horses, Pete and Joe. As is often the case with dreams, the reality turns out to be a little more challenging than he expects. Jude finds himself learning and growing along with his colts as a bond is forged. Jude discovers what it means to have character, integrity, discipline, love, faith and hardship. Jude battles bullies, harsh winters, money, and forgiveness with the help of his family, Pete, Joe and his trusty dog, Fuzz.