Like many girls growing up I always dreamed of having a horse. My sister owned a few, barrel raced, and worked with them on and off when she was younger. I remember her taking me to "test ride" them. She figured if they were gentle with somebody that didn't know horses they were good potentials for her. Such abuse... Ha, I got to ride horses!
Although we weren't able to raise our kids in the country we attempted to expose them to the outdoors and animals as much as possible. At the Keller farmer's market one Saturday years ago I talked with a lady from a nearby therapy ranch. A few months later Rachel started volunteering once a week. Over the next five years I could count the days she missed and still have fingers left over. It was her therapy to spend time with horses and helping people with special needs. We've witnessed her passion and encouraged it. God willing she'll be a physical therapist and manage her own therapy ranch some day.
She had a favorite horse from the beginning, Happy Jack. When the purchase of a ranch became a reality she let them know she'd love to be considered for his retirement home. They seemed more than happy she would be able to do this knowing he'll be loved and well cared for. We then discussed a companion for him and learned that Troy was also on the list of retirees. We learned we would be receiving the boys earlier than we thought AND they wanted to know if we'd be interested in a third horse.
Later today you'll get to meet Happy Jack, Troy, and Pi.
Our very own herd of horses, a little girls dream!
