The play depicts a nobleman, Petruchio, who marries an outspoken, intelligent, and bad-tempered shrew named Katherina. Petruchio manipulates and gently "tames" her until she is obedient to his will.
Cast:
Petruchio: My neighbor friend, Val
Katherina: Baby Doll, the horse
The Drunkard: Me (hahah!)
Borrowed White Steed: Nadia
Petruchio starts off with familarizing Katherina to the Half Breed Halter/Bit. Katherina is not all that fond of it's confines and control.
She spends much time pondering the meaning of these changes in her life and the strong Petruchio attempting to bend her will.
She listens and contemplates Petruchio's commands.
She wiggles and shifts the metal within her mouth, trying to find a way to be free of the control it holds on her.
Petruchio sits patiently until Katherina finally understands what is expected of her.
Katherina begins to succumb to the taming, accepting Petruchio's leadership.
Katherina looking towards the Drunkard who is watching over her and Petruchio. Katherina wonders if her taming is what makes the Drunkard smile so giddily.
Finally realizing that taking control and running back to the barn is not as relaxing and enjoyable as obeying her rider, Katherina begins to understand.
Katherina accepts her taming and now wonders when she can next enjoy a relaxing jaunt down the lane.
And the Drunkard on her borrowed white steed smiles widely, dreaming of many future trail rides together on her lovely painted mare, Katherina.
Stay Tuned to see the dreams of the Drunkard and Katherina finally come true!
16 comments :
I like your version of Taming of the Shrew better that Shakespeare! Of course, yours contains horses....:)
You sure have a beautiful Paint mare, and many wonderful trail miles are in your future!!
Aw, what a cute story!
It's all about spoiled wives and new rules, isn't it? ;)
Well said, Bard of the Eastern side of the Mountain.
Dan
So...is this what you were doing yesterday??? ;)
What a clever way to tell your tale...teeheehee!!!!
I am so glad that Baby Doll is responding to Val, and I am also glad that you get to ride her trusty, old, mount to help in building your confidence.
Can't wait to see if your dream comes true!
I often wonder if you mix in what you are teaching your kids during homeschooling with these blog posts. I'll bet you are a great teacher.
Cute post. Poor Katrina....I'm on her side. ;oÞ
clap!clap!clap! I'm sure Shakespeare would be impressed, that was written very well.
I bet you can't wait to jump on Baby Doll and head out on them trails :)
What a great post. I love the way you intertwine the stories.
Wow - for this English major, you have just combined Shakespeare and horses into the perfect study!
I also loved the spinning photos - was at a Pony Club thing all weekend and am woefully behind on my blog reading!
I love that story!! Great twist on the old tale!!
I am glad Baby Doll is doing better!! She is such a pretty girl.
So glad you are getting your problems worked through. And what a way to describe it! Hilarious!
Can't wait til the next segment. I like this much better than the Shakespeare version.
You are too much! Awesome stuff! :) I feel very uncreative right now..
Got any Great Expectations? Outsiders? A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
Once again, Blogging is NOT a waste of time, rather a very educational experience.
Thank you Wrensong Farm. Horses and Shakespear. What better combo, eh?
Hmmm, well maybe chocolate and cherries...or cookies and milk.....
Yes. I'm hungry now :)
Hey Val. Glad you liked it and didn't mind being called 'Petruchio'. Heck I'm the 'Drunkard'! hahah
Thanks Dan. I like it! :)
Hi Melanie,
Thanks a bunch. Actually these pictures were taken a couple weeks ago. The fairy tale happy eneding(or beginning) occurred this past weekend.
I'll update soon :)
Hey NM, That is such a sweet and kind thing to say. Thank you.
I think I do tend to blend and combine all sorts of learning opportunities as we walk through life.
As my my son Jackson would tell you, "The World is our Classroom!" :)
haha, Carolynn. It's ok. It's really a happy ending. I promise. (And no animals were injured in the making of the production) hehe
Thanks White Lilly! Oh yes, yes yes! :)
I'm glad you enjoyed the story Saddle Mountain Rider. Hope you come back for the rest of the story soon.
Billie, thanks for stopping by to visit. Sounds like you had a busy weekend, too. Sorry about the rain, though.
I'm pleased you enjoyed my classic story blended with equines. :)
Awww, thanks Andrea. I appreciate that :)
hehe Pamela. I'm glad you got a kick out of my story!
Thanks Egghead. Me, too! Definetly not as dry or tedious as the classic version. Hope you enjoy the second installment.
The Wades.
Oh yes! How true! I'll have to dig up some more creativity just for you.
I'm having too much fun reading your blog now and searching for WOTD and then searching for their meanings.
See we are both doing educational things on our blogs. Who knew it could be this much fun?
hehe
I'm okay being Petruchio, as long as everyone knows I wasn't cruel or mean!
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