11/01/2011
by Penny
This is a nice story from our good customers Debbie and Sara Marie Webster. It's touching, a must read.
From dreams to reality.....
by Sarah Marie on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 11:32pm
This time four years ago, several people in my life were telling me my best friend, my partner, my horse Emma would never be ridden again. Every professional from trainers, to vets and specialists told me Emma was never going to be a show horse. Absolutely out of the question. It was also very unlikely that I would get to ride her again. I was 16 years old, my heart was broken, I spent an entire year taking care of her. Hand walking, wrapping, stretching, etc etc. I never once gave up on her. I don't think it is possible for me sum up in words how much I truly love and adore this horse. I spent nights curled up in her stall laying with her. I have to say my Mom was the only person who stood by me and Emma, and pushed forward always. She never gave up on her. She spent every moment of the day helping her and I, whether it was hauling to another vet, holding her, driving me there and back, the list is endless and I am forever grateful that I have the most dedicated Mom.
Jump forward to the present. I have my trailer packed as full as possible, Emmie is all snuggled up in her stall, (wondering I am sure why we dragged her out at 9:30 to clip her ears.) Hotel is booked, stalls, entries all made for the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Somewhere I never thought I would be heading, only ever dreamed. Our driving force to never give up on Emma is what led us to find the most amazing coach, trainer and horse woman - Jade. In three years Jade and my parents have helped me take some of the most incredible journey's in life. Learning from each one, and learning to laugh at your self and have an absolute blast ! I have learned so much as a Rider, a Horse woman, and Person throughout this journey.
I cannot wait to drive up to Congress tomorrow. To pull in the drive. I have never been to the Congress, so it will be a complete first time ! I cant wait to feel our first steps into Celeste for our first Trail pattern. I am not going with any expectations other then to have an incredible time, ride late, eat lots, drink lots and laugh lots. I have never worried about winning, placings or anything competitive. I learned that from my Mom, life is too short to worry about any of that. Have fun, laugh and love what you do. The fact is I do not know when I may ever get the opportunity to go to Congress again. I do know that anything can happen in life. I may never get the opportunity again, and I do not want to be sitting around some point in my life WISHING I had gone. My Emma has given me so much in life, and I trust that horse with my life too. She has the biggest personality and a huge heart. The fact that Emma has defied all odds and opinions is so moving to me. Never ever give up on something you believe.I plan to give you my all Tuesday morning Em, a soft leg and hand to guide us through, and a huge smile plastered from ear to ear.
Lots of love and thanks to the incredible people in my life who truly support me and have pushed me to go after my dreams.
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