Somewhat of an upgrade, I hope he's thinking.
It really isn't a matter of the town "delegating" anyone to do the cleanup on Saturday. It's all volunteer, and we always have tons of people turning out to help.I wish every town had such a thing as this! Getting a town to agree on such a plan of action and then having them delegate people to implement it is nothing short of a miracle! Wish I could live near a town like that.
I know one thing - that horse would not be yours if she didn't feel that she could depend on you to see to his needs and love him. Everything after that trust is gravy.Well, moved the chickens into the big kid coop finally.Then, last night was thrown for a loop.An elderly man from my church recently passed away. His life was devoted to breeding, raising, training, and showing American Quarter Horses. A few years back, him and his wife sold many of the horses they had and got out of showing, but still owned a few of them. Well, when he passed away (She's quite elderly too.) she decided to sell the remaining horses and also sell most of her property in the coming weeks. My Grandpa was talking to her last night at church (I've been ill since Sunday and haven't been able to go.), asking how she is and how she's making it. She shocked my Grandpa by telling him that she had an 11 year old sorrel AQHA show horse and needed to find him a new home, and she wanted to know if it was alright if she gave him to me. My Grandpa said that he couldn't just take him for free, and she did accept payment for the horse, but it was significantly less than the horse's worth. I am beyond excited, but also understanding that I'm about to take on a serious responsibility. This horse was the man's personal horse and apparently misses him, from what she said. I hope that I can fill that void. He's trained in halter showmanship, western horsemanship, and western pleasure. I am not for sure if I will ever show him, but I do know that he needs to be worked with and I will try my best to be a good companion to him. We're heading out this evening (She lives rather rural.) to go see him for the first time. I know what I've said above and that he's sorrel in coloring. He's a gelding. Not sure on height or current weight or anything else really. She's planning on signing the horse over into my name. I haven't really talked to anyone about this, but I thought I would let the news out here first.I am feeling incredibly blessed, but also incredibly overwhelmed. Please remember me in your thoughts and prayers. We have lots to do to prepare for his arrival! And now, I have a horse, chickens, and a garden to care for. Overwhelmed, but excited! Will try to post photos when I can!
Well, moved the chickens into the big kid coop finally.Then, last night was thrown for a loop.
An elderly man from my church recently passed away. His life was devoted to breeding, raising, training, and showing American Quarter Horses. A few years back, him and his wife sold many of the horses they had and got out of showing, but still owned a few of them. Well, when he passed away (She's quite elderly too.) she decided to sell the remaining horses and also sell most of her property in the coming weeks. My Grandpa was talking to her last night at church (I've been ill since Sunday and haven't been able to go.), asking how she is and how she's making it. She shocked my Grandpa by telling him that she had an 11 year old sorrel AQHA show horse and needed to find him a new home, and she wanted to know if it was alright if she gave him to me. My Grandpa said that he couldn't just take him for free, and she did accept payment for the horse, but it was significantly less than the horse's worth. I am beyond excited, but also understanding that I'm about to take on a serious responsibility. This horse was the man's personal horse and apparently misses him, from what she said. I hope that I can fill that void. He's trained in halter showmanship, western horsemanship, and western pleasure. I am not for sure if I will ever show him, but I do know that he needs to be worked with and I will try my best to be a good companion to him. We're heading out this evening (She lives rather rural.) to go see him for the first time. I know what I've said above and that he's sorrel in coloring. He's a gelding. Not sure on height or current weight or anything else really. She's planning on signing the horse over into my name. I haven't really talked to anyone about this, but I thought I would let the news out here first.
do yourself a favor find out who the horse's trainer is and get some lessons. Showmanship and halter are kind of intense Get some training for yourself.... Western Pleasure too. If you can find out what bit he uses... VERY important. Even if you are an experienced horse woman I have no idea.... but having a second set of eyes and insight to your new horses personality is one thing I always recommendWell, moved the chickens into the big kid coop finally.Then, last night was thrown for a loop.An elderly man from my church recently passed away. His life was devoted to breeding, raising, training, and showing American Quarter Horses. A few years back, him and his wife sold many of the horses they had and got out of showing, but still owned a few of them. Well, when he passed away (She's quite elderly too.) she decided to sell the remaining horses and also sell most of her property in the coming weeks. My Grandpa was talking to her last night at church (I've been ill since Sunday and haven't been able to go.), asking how she is and how she's making it. She shocked my Grandpa by telling him that she had an 11 year old sorrel AQHA show horse and needed to find him a new home, and she wanted to know if it was alright if she gave him to me. My Grandpa said that he couldn't just take him for free, and she did accept payment for the horse, but it was significantly less than the horse's worth. I am beyond excited, but also understanding that I'm about to take on a serious responsibility. This horse was the man's personal horse and apparently misses him, from what she said. I hope that I can fill that void. He's trained in halter showmanship, western horsemanship, and western pleasure. I am not for sure if I will ever show him, but I do know that he needs to be worked with and I will try my best to be a good companion to him. We're heading out this evening (She lives rather rural.) to go see him for the first time. I know what I've said above and that he's sorrel in coloring. He's a gelding. Not sure on height or current weight or anything else really. She's planning on signing the horse over into my name. I haven't really talked to anyone about this, but I thought I would let the news out here first.I am feeling incredibly blessed, but also incredibly overwhelmed. Please remember me in your thoughts and prayers. We have lots to do to prepare for his arrival! And now, I have a horse, chickens, and a garden to care for. Overwhelmed, but excited! Will try to post photos when I can!
Thank you for all of the encouragement ya'll! I am certainly blessed, and feel very lucky. I have been lucky to work with many horses throughout my life, also have helped teaching riding skills to those with special needs (One of the best jobs I EVER had.), but have never "taken the plunge", so to speak, of owning my own. I really can't wait!MichelBeth... That is great!! Congrats!! That man must have really liked you (wife too!). You have been blessed.
