I Love My Horse Again!

 

I have a lot more to write to tell everyone why and what caused me to fall in love with my Apache Mare again, but for now I’ll keep it fairly short.

I participated in a group lesson today and it turned out to be so much more, and oh, so much better than I expected.

It’s been a year since I last rode my mare due to her kicking me in the face last summer and then clipping me on the hip a few weeks later, and then threatening to kick me several times last Autumn, not to mention dealing with her Sage Poisoning and Fly Spray toxicity, and her shoulder injury that happened while riding in the Carson National Forest last July 4th weekend. It’s taken me a year to figure out how to learn how to deal with my fear, so it doesn’t control me and prevent me from doing the activities that I enjoy. Talking about these issues with fellow horsewomen and with Blogger friends, especially through Drafts with Dots’ “Fear Friday” posts has been a helpful catalyst, too.   

Last week, Apache and I spent some quality time together like we used to do before all the bad stuff happened. The change in her attitude was immediate and palpable and I felt my heart open up to her. The wall between us evaporated and we have begun rebuilding our trust in one another. I know it will be a continuous work in progress as we travel together and forward. But for now, we’ve crossed the threshold and it’s a huge start. I’m very happy because……………...

                                         I Love My Horse Again!