How did I DO It? My horse JOURNEY ~ It's not what you think!
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- Опубліковано 18 лют 2024
- Getting into horses can be an expensive endeavor, but it doesn't always have to be!
Here are 5 different ways I got involved with horses that were totally free or close to it!
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Getting the job no one else wants: I'm a volunteer at a large well run and managed rescue stable just south of Denver, Colorado. I have the job of mending all the net feed sacks. It seems no one else likes the job, but I find it very relaxing and not as laborious as raking up muck in the pens and stalls. In the meantime, I get to be around the horses and learn a lot from others working there. I'm working on establishing a friendship with two donkeys.
That actually sounds awesome! ❤
I truly never thought you couldn't impress me more.
Oh, wow, that was nice to watch. You Clever Cowgirl! Bravo you! Thank you for sharing your story. Beautifully done - looks professional - all around. Your narration is so easy to listen to, and I can relate to your younger self. Well done. I'll watch it again. You are inspiring. Ok, I'll stop. 😊
AMEN!@@SheilaHensley
You, madam, are a true treasure. Who else has EVER thought to show the various and sometimes hidden ways to get involved in jobs working with horses? Only you! Bravo!!
My 11 year old daughter had the biggest smile on her face as she watched this episode. She has the same “sickness” you do and spends many hours a day talking about, dreaming and learning about horses. This was so helpful! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
wishing your daughter a life full of joy and love with her horses
It's the "want pony" disease! Probably incurable.
OMG! What a Fascinating Life Journey. I'm an old lady far beyond any thought of launching a new life path, but I know there are young people out there and maybe not so young who will learn your story and feel heartened and encouraged to fulfill their horse dreams just as you have. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us as you continue your Life's Work.
I think this is a life story for anyone who chooses a life path in any field; not just in the field of horse interest.
Lifelong addiction for sure! Leased other people’s horses mostly and just trail rode. Now at the ripe old age of 69, I am spending my children’s inheritance on lessons at a hunter-jumper barn. 😊
I 100% support this!
That is the perfect way to spend those dollars! If I could still manage to sit a horse I would do the same! And I'm 69, too----just really beat up.
Good for you!!! Do what makes you happy and let the kids work for their money! Love that!!!
I'm 58! We're finally able to realize our dreams❤❤
Did you have a long break between riding? I gave it up 15+ years ago and have considered starting again. I'm right behind you in age.
I remember the phrase « she’ll grow out of it when she discovers boys » being thrown around when I was young.
Even as a teen I made sure my horses came first always. I figured out at some point there would always be boys/men but great horses that suited ME were few and far between. Any men had to understand the horses came first. My husband was a horse lover and we rode many happy miles together.
I think your story doesn't just apply to those who love horses; it's a good message for anyone with a dream.
Absolutely.
I'm almost 70 years old and have always had the horse fever but haven't had the pleasure or finances to own. There weren't any programs in the city I grew up in. It's wonderful that you were able to fulfill your dream.
I started out in horse 4H a long time ago. I was lucky that I had an uncle who wanted to buy a pony for his great nieces and nephews. She was large enough so that my mother and aunt could ride her also. Because I was the oldest, I was the first put in charge and joined 4H so that we could find out what to do. I made life long friends, learned how to ride and care for my pony, how to manage my time and deal with responsibilities, and had a resource for any questions that came up…and there were many. And all for free. Of course I eventually outgrew my pony and went on to have two Morgans purchased for me. Yes, I was very fortunate, but I knew it, and went on to become a 4H leader myself. I’m so impressed by horse lovers like you who take on lifelong struggles and sacrifices in order to keep close to the horse world that they love.
I was in 4H too. Just not in the horse interest world. I had the best time of my life while in the program I was in.
I have never been privileged to have a horse though I love them. My family lived in town and there were no boarding stables around. My parents told me I could not have a horse bc they were too expensive to keep. All I could ever do is dream.
The great thing about 4-H, was that if you lived way out in the sticks, with no way to get to meetings, you could do 4-H independently. That's what I did. Later I was in FFA in high school. Those two groups were bright spots at a not very happy time of my life.
Can you share more about 4H?
I loved the observation about “horse crazy” starting at 4 or 5. Right on! And it never goes away. I had to wait until I moved to Colorado to get my first horse. Took a bit of time off with kid raising then bought my second horse. That was 1982 and have had horses up to my last horse age 22. Since I’m 83, I have to outlive her so she’s my last. Big smile on my face for sure 😊
You have to! I recognize that situation. 🤠
Loved hearing your story! You’ve done so much! ❤ As a horse crazy kid with no money, I also ended up riding the so called “problem horses” other people owned. I could afford lessons but not the horse. But the difficult horses were usually completely free to ride. Owners were happy to have someone doing the work for free. And they weren’t really “problem horses”. They never are. Those horses were the best teachers too! 😊
I remember the very first problem horse I ever rode. I was tickled pink when the gut told me I could ride him all I wanted! I find it extremely boring now to ride "regular" horses
Same here.... I started riding lessons at age 8 .
My parents got divorced and there was no money ....at that time there were a lot of farms around and many problem horses and ponies .
They were not a problem , but misunderstood mostly .
Best days of my life
Me too! I haven't been on a horse since my teens but I preferred the ones that tried to pull tricks on you and so on. One, Lyndon, always bucked if there were horses behind so had to go last but I really liked Lyndon. Joel would suddenly come to a stop and refuse to move just to see what you did. Devil sometimes stubbornly went his own way, also with regard to the other horses.
(There also was one that went into the water and threatened to start rolling in it one summer day. 😂 I've forgotten who that was, though. Probably a horse I didn't know yet.)
Sweet Doebe was like sitting in an an armchair, by contrast.
Gosh, it's nice to remember. I'm 63 now, and smiling.
@@petrahartog5934 That's exactly it, it's not the horses who are the problem, it's the humans who made them that way by not understanding them
I would love to hear more about your story. If anyone has tips, I would love to know. I've taken 1/2 year of lesson or so, always obsessed with horses, and have a budget of approx 1.5k USD for my next year. I'm not that experianced, but not exactly a beginner. I NEED HELP on where to find resources. I'm in Canada in a city if that helps
Owning horses and caring for them is not for the faint of heart. My hat is off to you.
Well done ...
In the Netherlands ...not a chance .
I can buy a horse but no place to turn it out ...
I hated the riding school with boarding that offered stalls only .
The horses only got out to work .
But meaby ...one time ...if I win the lottery and can buy some field ...
For the moment the horse will be in my dreams only ...
I'm Veternarian assistent and I do own , or are owned by cats ...
It sounds like the Clever Cowgirl has paid her dues. Persistence and hard work can do wonders.
You’ve really worked hard to be around horses. Your story sounds very adventurous and a lot of hard work.
I’m glad you are born and do what you do. The world is a better place with you in it.
You are a very special human being. Thank YOU for perservering through your challenges and your passion, humbleness, and positivity is contagious!
Thank YOU♥
What a story.. i recognized so much from the time that i wanted in the horse business, working as a groom for jumping riders, always the dirty work, late hours, little pay, riding the young horses, working and living on horse schools, and finally gave up, i was so sad, and now years later, i bought a horse again two years ago with my teenage daughter, i feel like myself again. ❤
What a great story! My first horse was an old mare with a huge knee in front. She was gentle and just what i needed at 10 years old. As I got older i found out about 4-H and wanted to join but my old mare wasnt appropriate so dad bought me a youger black, half standardbred gelding. I rode him awhile but then at age 15 dad bought me a registered Quarter Horse filly, a 2 year old. All this time i was in 4-H and loved it. I finished my 4-H eligibility with this mare but then became a 4-H leader for 10 years. Then i moved to Texas with my husband and older daughter and Dad brought my 2 horses down to live with me. I was into paint horses by then and bloodlines and breeding became my passion. We raised a lot of very nice Paints over the years and I showed the babies in futurities, both Paint Horse futurities and Pinto. I won a good number of them, it was fun and a dream come true. Sold all the horses though in 2013 when I retired so we could travel. Never got another horse. But i have lots of good memories!
Absolutely loved your story and determination! Fellow biochemistry major here - and yes, getting a job with "just" a science bachelor is tricky. I went on to more schooling, and then I had kids, so therefore never had the time to get back into riding. However, I have worked hard to make it possible for my kids to grow up with horses, and my son is on his path to being a horse trainer and he loves it. So my road was long and very different than yours, but I finally get to be around horses again thanks to my kids and their horses :-)
You are indeed a clever Cowgirl. I love your horses. Many thanks and warm regards, Dave UK
Awesome video! You have shown that we cannot always start at the top or right where we think we want to be. It does take time. Now, I wish they had a 4H for seniors!
4H for Seniors - that's a great idea. Why not propose it where you are?
@@sunnyseacat6857 I think I will!
Me too!
I found your channel recently. This is my favorite video so far! I grew up with 22 horses/ponies. My mother ran the equestrian 4 H program. Although I’ve not owned my own horse as an adult I’ve never been able to cure my disease 😊 watching your videos makes me feel like I’m a kid again taking care of our horses. Thank you
Can you tell us a bit more about 4H programs?
Thank you! This video was amazing. I suffered from the horse bug as a child. Collecting horse statues was all I could do until my parents bought my first horse. Without training a new rider is a mistake. Watching your channel has finally answered the puzzle why Arab kept neighing when the neighbors' goat adopted him. As a herd animal, the cattle didn't cut it. Keep going!
I was raised on a horse ranch…it was glorious!
Awe Sis, your the daughter I never had. Thank you for showing how to keep on working and building dreams.
Great story and very relatable! My Dad finally gave in to his 13 yr old horse crazy daughter(hoping all the hard work would scare me off) 😂 and ever since I could work a real job I’ve kept horses in my life. I’ve owned two of my own businesses, and definitely worked a lot of jobs that I didn’t like. But you gotta do what it takes to own horses. 🙂 I always told myself I would keep my sweet Paint mare until the day she died; the one exception was if I was unable to care for her. Being newly married with some unexpected health issues made me realize that this time, it was out of my hands. I couldn’t give her the time and care she needed and found her a wonderful home where she could have all that. Absolutely the hardest decision of my life, but I wanted the best for her, even if that meant she couldn’t be with me. ❤️ I have no doubt that one day I’ll have horses again; us horse crazy people can’t be separated from them for very long!
Yes! I got the horse bug around that age. My parents couldn't afford to buy a horse, but tried their best to get me treatment via riding lessons and Girl Scout camp.
When my daughter was in her teen I encouraged her to volunteer at the local Riding for the Disabled. This gave her the opportunity to work with the horses while helping others.
I absolutely love your attitude about all that you do and the disease that afflicts so many of us! I got infected as a 3 year old child at a church pony ride. The smell of the pony, the creak of the leather saddle and I was hooked. It took me 40 years to get my first horse but its an experience I wouldn't trade for all the money in the world.
Great video explaining your journey to current day. BUT you forgot to include your love story with your husband, I presume around the time you lived out of your truck and in the small camper. LOVE the camper idea and one day not too long ago, I thought I'd be living out of my car, but Thank God above He had a better idea for me. God Bless!! I can barely care for myself and have no ground for horses, but perhaps in my next life.
Love you dear hard working youngster, bet your work ethic rubbed off from your parents? I LOVE your Montana "accent" which articulates every letter of the word, clear and concise so I never need subtitles to understand what you're saying!
Sending PRAYERS that your finally find a ranch for yourself and hubby, and all your wonderful animals.
I picked him up along the way with a few other strays 🤣
😊@@TheCleverCowgirl
Absolutely loved this journey! I've had that disease for many decades😂 I worked at a local lesson & show barn, since 10yo. Traded work for my lessons. Back then, parents encouraged responsibility & could trust the safety of their kid to the instructors. Now there are published legalities that severely restrict that kind of learning scenario. Parents must stay with their kid for the 1 hour lesson & then leave. Horsemanship & groundsmanship suffer. Wishing continued success in navigating your disease!
…I’m looking forward to hearing more details about your background experience with your journey with horses and becoming the churro indulging beautiful woman that you have become. ☺️🌷👱🏻♀️🌾🐴🌸
I'm still mourning the loss of the churro 😭
CC did a video about that one month ago, titled: How did I do it? My hourse journey ~ It's not what you think! 👍🏻🥰
I gotta tell you - I'm a knarly ex construction contractor who never made it to peasant level with not a lot of patience - but you melt my heart. You followed your dreams and as a result Nigel & Skelator - to name just two - are lucky boys. Give Studman an extra scratch for me.
Wonderful. I am glad you are doing what you love.
What a story! It takes a lot of strength to persevere like you did and continue to. You have a strong foundation for a less shaky future!
What an inspiring journey! I couldn't help laughing at "peasant folk." I love that you took the jobs and horses no one else wanted. You make the world a better place. Thank you, CC!😊
I worked my butt off trying to keep competing horses until I burned out and focused on career. Then all kinds of people started asking me to work with their horses. I was too into my career then. Life is strange. I had a friend who went to equestrian uni then became a lawyer. It is so hard if you don't have land of your own.
My granddaughter is 7 and is taking an hour riding class. It started at 5. She started wanting toy horses. No one in our circle of friends and family even has a horse. Now all she wants is a horse.
I started asking at 2, started riding lessons at 7 (youngest they allowed) and soon cleaned stalls and later helped by teaching younger riders their 1 hour “theory “ classes (they didn’t allow just the riding lesson, there was also a 1 hour class that taught kids horsemanship which encompasses all aspects of horse care besides riding). I am eternally grateful to my father for paying for lessons and driving me an hour each way to get there on the weekend. I never lost the horse fever but due to money and poor health there have been some years away. I recently bought another horse. You never forget
What a beautiful story.❤ Thank you for sharing it! This almost 70yo woman wished she could have seen this when I was younger. Although I've managed to keep myself in the horse world since 16yo,, except for 11yrs while having children. Then my last child, a daughter, when she turned 5yo, after attending a horse camp, brought me back into the horse world. I surely wasn't complaining.😊 A few yrs ago I took over the wild-caught Mustang mare I adopted as a 2yo old for her, when she fell out of love with horses at 20yo. Mustang Annie will be turning 18yo this summer. It was such a shame, because my daughter was such a natural. Even the natural horsemanship trainer we brought in that helped us tweak a couple things, who told us he rarely sees anyone who did this well with her training...asked my daughter on 2 occasions what was she going to do for a career. Yes, I learned natural horsemanship thru videos, then taught her, but she just had a way with horses, and a beautiful natural rider. Oh, well, I've learned we all have a journey to walk. It wasn't her journey, but mine will always be with horses.
My family have breeding horses since the 1700s !!! My uncle still lives in the original house thankfully the stables have been upgrading since then xx But i personally didn't get a pony until i was eight and even then i had to prove to my parents i would be responsible,every day for a year before/after school and weekends i cycled the two miles to feed groom ride,clean out the pony. After doing this for a year my father dug mothers herbaceous border and built a stable at the bottom of the garden next to the meadow because i had proven my commitment. My pony was a beautiful Welsh Cob called Gareth . From that day to this i have never been without a horse by my side they are the majestic creatures you will ever meet xx
I got my Lead Wrangler jobs through Coolworks!! I want my own mule . Sky Ranch Emigrant Valley is my next hope. I'm a great conversation piece..not many 60 year old wranglers out there!!
Wow. Wouldn't I love to have a conversation with this conversation piece. Seriously! Bravo, girl.
That was really beautiful! Thank you for some of your back story.
What an amazing life so far! We just can’t know where small decisions can lead us. Love your videos.
DESPERATELY wishing to own my first horse!!!!
I grew up with horses. My Dad was a cowboy and I do not know how he got into horses, his family had no experience or expertise with equines. My parents met through horses (my Mom flirtingly said she had never ridden a horse. She never regretted that she met my Dad, but she was never a horse person). I was my father's child much to my Mom's chagrin. We were always "horse poor". We were lucky to have an acre and a third and at that time hay was inexpensive. So I had my own horse and Dad and I would go riding or annually work cattle on a friend's ranch. When I left home I couldn't have horses any more but horses will always be a part of my life. I'm getting older but still wish I had one or two in the back yard. The expense is what deters me.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, which sounds to have been pretty tough, but also beautiful. You certainly seem to be exactly where you should be! Very best wishes… ❤
My horse story almost mirrors yours! I fell for horses at a young age. Was a 4h member, went to tech college, earned an associate degree in equine management. Worked on a thoroughbred broodmare farm very briefly, then a qh farm and lastly an Arabian show barn. None lasted very long for different reasons. Worked in a few factories, decided that's not what I want to do forever. Went back to tech college and became a nurse. Keep the awesome videos coming!
This was very informative and answered some of the many questions I had about you. I wish I had known all of this 50 years ago! So now I must live vicariously through you. Thanks
Me too, vicariously.
You do amazing work! You'll have your own place, that no one can take away soon. 🤞
You could sell this and make it into movie. It’s such a great story. God bless you.
I even left out the most exciting bits!
@@TheCleverCowgirl
So, sounds like life video part 2 is in the works. Can't wait for it.
You have led a very interesting life. I really enjoyed hearing it. Me? I took the easy way out. I married a cowboy. So there is another way, girls, find a single rancher and use your skills!❤
Really impressive story....I love your channel and the great work you are doing❤
Thank you so much 😀
Hard work and determination CC - you show that.
A 103 year lady doctor was asked what enabled her to live so long and be so successful in her career. She said, follow your 'happy' and you'll know. I'm so glad you found your happy. Wishing you and yours (human, kits, pups and equines) lot's of 'happy'.
Wow, what a journey you have had. Was very cool to see your experiences and decisions that brought you to present time.
thank you you have a gift horses are here because of your kind and smart heart
This was so interesting to hear your strides to get where you wanted to be . Congratulations on have the grit to keep going . Sounds like it was not very likely that you were going to succeed. But here you are , living your dream and teaching people about riding and training horses ! Thank you ! 🙂
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I really enjoyed it and found it very inspiring.
CC, I had 'the condition' BAD! I think one of my first memories was seeing a horse and wanting it. I've ridden horses all my life, but didn't own one until I was 42, when I could actually afford one. I love your story! It reminds me of mine. Every Christmas morning or birthday I prayed hard the night before that my dream would come true. I guess when you want something that badly you have to figure it out for yourself. Well done, CC! Please keep your videos coming!!🐎🤍🤗
What a beautiful path you took to get here and yet there is so much more wonderful coming your way. You are amazing!!! Thank you for sharing.
That was a beautiful story, thank you for sharing your journey to your horse dreams. You have such a beautiful heart.
Wonderful, me too I was hit by that virus very young.
But a plant virus has infected my as well.
Now I am a graduated biologist and professional gardener without a horse.
But am planning to get my own land.
Love and greetings from Germany.
Am in tears seeing your beautiful place.
Thank You for sharing your life with 🐎, 🐎🐎 🌅 You stayed the course through it all, God Bless you❤
Thank you for telling your story. I have a huge respect of your work and how you live your dream. And I hope for you and your animal-wards it's not the end of the trail 🎉
Illustrates the point that many careers are not exactly what we have planned. I think we each learn as we progress through each job and yes there is some scar tissue for some of us. But keep moving forward and being open to make changes and sometimes accepting good advice. Book learning is good but not always the right ticket.
You seem to have done well and I think part of this is keeping to aspire to find the right path and a "best" job.
Very good video!
What an interesting story and a great roadmap for young horse crazy kids.
Very clever! I love it. You have such an interesting story, and it explains your wealth of knowledge and experience. I'm sure this will be an inspiration to many young horse lovers.
What a great story and luckily for some yet unknown horses you still have the love and drive in you to keep going and helping them have the best life they can.
Thank you. You’ve led an interesting life.
Wonderful video! I too came down with the horse virus. I remember my father’s words, “It’s not the initial cost, it’s the upkeep.” Nevertheless, I got a horse at the age of 13. Later on in my life, I bought a Tennessee Walker. That led to an entirely new vocation. Owning horses is the best thing for the soul, and as Winston Churchill said, “No hour of life is lost that is spent in the saddle.”
You have put in the hard work doing things that most people would not even attempt to do! What a neat story and the reason why you are wise beyond your years. Thank you for sharing! My daughter was also bitten by the horse bug at a young age and it may be contagious because she and I are training her mustang together :)
That is awesome!!
@equine2020. I understand what you're saying. It doesn't take much investigating to see the level of animal cruelty, neglect, and abuse that happens in this country. The title of this post could be misleading to some, but anyone who takes the time to listen to this will soon understand that Clever is not a scheme or a fly by night or a flipper get rich quick operation. She's just the opposite. She's all about horses and hard work, and fighting to end abuse and cruelty one horse at a time. You go girl!
I'm 75, loved my kid years in 4-H. Horses and then another in homemaking. My friend was in cows...we lived our animals. Had to earn the money for the feed and tack; so a part time job was necessary from 13 on. We weren't like the city kids with parents who did everything for them. We had to ride to shows, no trailers...Horses are like dogs; they need attention and exercise. If you want them to be your friend; you'll have to spend time with them.
I really admire your lifelong dedication and obviously love your channel and the spirit of your channel.
Another informational video with lots of dream bits.
One of my favorite videos! Please expand on this and tell us more about your past experiences!
My daughter and I were just talking about success earlier today - we each get to define that for ourselves. You are an inspiring example of someone who decides what she wants and makes it happen. ❤
Yes! Thank you!
Clever Cowgirl, check out dry creek wrangler, hes pretty good and hrs in Wyoming. A real old fashioned Cowboy 🤠 🐎 🐴
I worked with a bunch of guys just like him! Lots of worldly wisdom around the campfire for sure!
I was really impressed by the many programmes and job opportunities in the horseworld there are in the US. I do not think there is anything similar here, but then, everything is on a much smaller scale here, necessarily.
Anyways - had I ever doubted that your alias was correct, I'd now have been convinced. You have been very clever (and dedicated) indeed and I am happy that you ended up doing what you love.
Greetings from a fellow former Biochemist! :)
This was a wonderful video for those who are starting out on the same path. Lots of great ideas. I’m sure you’ve helped many with this video.😘❤🙏🏻✨
Thank you for sharing your journey. This is the best video you've done so far! Congratulations. ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love your indomitable spirit, Clever!
I loved this and seeing pictures of you living out your dream. I got my pony the summer before 6th grade and my horse about a year and half later. I was lucky my grandparents understood the condition as they had it also. My grandmother raised and sold ducks to by a saddle for her mustang mare in Kansas in the 1920’s. They hauled me around to 4H, the stables and events. I was very lucky. Did not want to train, but enjoyed showing, back the day it was doable. I volunteered to work Arabian horse shows as they where glamorous fun and the horses so personable. Now I am a mature horsewoman appreciating my condition and blessed with a friend that has allowed me full access to a very well trained mare. But watching you has my eyes open to acquiring a horse blessing if it happens. Thank you… Shanninigans
I hope your story and the path you've taken inspires some other young cowgirls out there.
Me too!
amazing story about your life so far
I admire your amazing drive to live the life you want……no excuses, wow. If everyone didn’t think you were an impressive human being before they sure will now….and the video was well done 👍
Thank you so much for sharing ! Your journey to where you are now is super interesting. So often people only see one side but do not realize all the hard work, sacrifices and time spent doing crap jobs it took for you to achieve your goals.
What an amazing adventure!
Thanks for sharing your journey. It seems us critter crazy people tend to get where we need to be but we take seem to take the long road to get there. I didn’t satisfy my horse bug til I was 25, but I had that mare for 24 years until she passed at 30. Now I just have sheep to keep me happy. I too worked as a vet tech and at a “ stop n rob” gas station when I was way young. Love your videos !
I am old now and have NEVER gotten over this illness. I regret that I cannot pursue my horse dreams. Your video has brought tears. God bless you and keep enjoying your beauties.
I started early at my dad's friend's stable and worked at many local stable as a trail guide. Worked at a racetrack as a groom as well 😊
It is finally a good thing that you're not wealthy: you can save many horses! Thanks a lot for them🌹💖🌹
I think you are really right where you should be helping horses! Your life story is just beginning you are dedicated to your life plan . I am sure you will reach your goals of owning your own ranch !
Thank you for sharing your own horse journey--you really have dealt with your "condition" so well! We have the bug too! This video is encouraging and practical. We set up our own land to bring our one older horse home...and of course, he needed friends...so we brought home two mustangs, naturally! We understand the hard work it takes to set up and just maintain a horse place, but it is so worth it :) Thanks for being so real and relatable.
That is a wonderful story. I love it. You are a strong and independent woman. I’m 70 years old and I live in southern Arizona. I did take lessons (English), when I was 15. I could not continue them for financial reasons. Watching your you tube videos and others have taught me so much. If I can swing it financially, I will take a horsemanship training class this summer.
Well thanks again.
Dorothea 😊
Love the picture of you and Frisco Bill! I got this bug when I was about 6 or 7. My grandpa had a big farm with beef cattle but he would not get me a horse because he didn't believe in paying to feed what he considered a useless animal. He did however introduce me to one of the neighboring farm owners that was getting older and having trouble caring for but loved his horse so much he couldn't part with him. He was a 3 year old named Danny. 15.3 hand quarterhorse arabian mix that had a dirty blond mane and tail and was the color of a shiny new copper penny. I was too small for a regular saddle so he got me a used western style pony saddle that he adjusted to fit this big guy. He was only green broke so we learned everything together under his expert instruction. For the next 10 years every day rain, shine or snow I walked the half mile to his farm and took care Danny. He had a huge trophy case with all the awards from shows he'd won with his horses over the years. I was never paid in money but I learned invaluable lessons in caring for horses and horsemanship. The owner finally got too old and had to sell his farm but we found a great home for the horse. If you want a horse but can't afford one then where there is a will there is always a way.
You've had quite an interesting journey to get to where you are today. For it being a rental barn, you have a REALLY nice place to keep your horses. I suspect that someday you will have your own horse farm. 🐎 ❤ 😊
❤ thanks for all the information good to know I also love horses and was in 4-h too our club name was easy riders the best thing I ever joined learned alot about horses and to care for them also my leader was my bus driver and owned ten horses and showed them as well she lived near me as well I rode my bike over to help her and went to shows as well blessed to have that experience ❤ will look into that job site as well love to work with them as well dream job thanks so much God bless you and your horses ❤
Very professional production! Bravo!