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Written by: Susan Stafford. Excerpted from Volume 1 of the "Horse Tales for the Soul" series.
Many years ago - about 4 B.C. (Before Children), to be exact - my husband and I had a Big Adventure. After years of city living, we had just purchased our first home in the country, a run-down cottage in the middle of a swamp on a dead-end road. The basement was constantly under water (we cheerfully called it our indoor swimming pool), the septic system was always backing up and the mosquitoes were so ravenous that we could have benefited from regular blood transfusions.
We were often without power, got snowed in every winter, and the roof leaked. But the place was ours, and it was heaven. To satisfy a lifelong dream, we bought a couple of horses to complete the picture. Now, knowing very little about horses at the time, we just scooped up the first likely prospects that came along.
Luckily, my little black gelding, Buck, was trustworthy and quiet most of the time. His only major flaw was that he was an escape artist. There was not a stall latch designed that could keep him in.
There was, of course, the unfortunate incident when Buck let himself and his barn mates out one night, then proceeded to the neighbor’s stable to release all their horses as well. The police informed us in the morning that the small herd of hoodlums had been terrorizing the surrounding farms and frightening motorists all night long.
They implied that “the black one” appeared to be the ringleader. It was all very embarrassing - much like the authorities showing up at your door to tell you that your teenage son had been caught joyriding in a stolen car.
My husband Frank’s horse was the complete opposite of Buck. Dubbed Ahab the Arab, he possessed every vice known to the equine world. He hated to be caught, brushed, saddled, bridled and ridden. He tried to kill the vet on several occasions. He refused to pick up his feet to be picked out. He rolled his eyes and spooked at everything on the trail. In short, he was totally neurotic.
Nevertheless, for our first Christmas in the country, we decided it would be oh so romantic to ride off into the bush one moonlit winter night and cut down our own Christmas tree. We saddled up and moved off down the deserted road and into the forest, with the moon casting dark shadows on the blue-tinted snow and the horses’ breath suspended in the frosty air.
Deep into the forest, we found a lovely, full spruce and Frank set about cutting it down. As he rode Western, it was agreed that he would tie the tree via a long rope to the saddle horn and drag it home - just like the pioneers did.
At least, that was the plan.
By the EIE Editorial Staff
Many of us have a passion for horses and for celebrities who earn their living in the public spotlight, the connection may even be more special. For them, spending time with a horse can be incredibly inspiring in many ways. Horses, unlike fickle fans, offer unconditional acceptance. In a business where actors and actresses are scrutinized in both their public and private lives, horses don't judge. They offer a sense of companionship and acceptance that can be incredibly comforting and inspiring.
From our youngest rider to our most established veteran, here is the list of celebrity equestrians:
Can you think of more celebrities who ride? It is sure to be a long list if you think back through all the movies where there are actors riding and you dig into their lives with horses!
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Come along for a ride and get a glimpse into the daily rounds of renowned veterinarian Dr. Tom Riddle! The Co-founder of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital shares his day and his passion for horses.
By the EIE Editorial Staff
Florida offers a unique and exciting experience for horseback riding enthusiasts. With its diverse landscapes, from beaches and forests to prairies and swamps, Florida provides a variety of trails to explore. Additionally, Florida's warm weather makes it possible to enjoy horseback riding year-round.
Here are some of the reasons why horse vacations in Florida are so much fun:
If you're looking for a fun and exciting vacation, Florida is the perfect place to go. With its beautiful scenery, warm weather, and friendly people, Florida is sure to make your horse vacation one to remember.
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