My grandpa was able to make anything out
of wood. It was his passion/hobby. He wasn’t a horseman, though; a gentle
soul. I learned the deal about my horse comes first from reading every one of
Will James books, beginning with Smoky, when I was a pre-teen and could
practice on my Shetland. Now I have a collection of first editions. I didn’t
have one kid that caught the same fever about horsemanship; though they all can
ride well. *sigh*
sheila
From: ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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5:56 PM To: Ridecamp Subject: [RC] Grandpas
My grandfather was the fix it type, loved to plant a garden,
and although he did not ride, he taught me a few things about my pony when I
was a child. One thing he told me, that I have never forgotten, and have tried
to always do was "After a ride, always take care of your pony (horse)
first, before taking care of yourself". I have never forgot that, and no
matter how hungry, tired, or what ever I am when done, I always make sure my
horses needs are taken care of first.
