Comments on: Moving Away From Horses

By: Mia

Mia — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 14:06:39 +0000

Its an adult decision to realize that not having a horse is the best decision to make, regardless of how much you want to hold on to them. I’ve seen too many people selfishly attempt to hold on to their horses, then never ride them, rarely work with them…. Or worse, can’t afford the basic health care to keep the ones they love happy and comfortable.

It is hard to get back into riding as you get older. It’s scary when you realize that a fall could cost you your income. And trying to find the time to ride with all the demands of work, family, friends, etc. Again, it has to be a commitment made at the core of your being to do what is best for your horse… Regardless of how tired you are, how cold it is, etc. Most people are left wondering if the few hours left in the week that you can spend with the horse is enough to justify the expense, effort, and challenges it requires.

By: Erica K.

Erica K. — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 03:49:51 +0000

Thank you Mym! :) For the moment Cornish is on hold, just sorting out a job and a horse so I don’t lose my mind… and then I think all else should fall into place. Just need that harmonizing bit back which you know precisely what I mean about having to take a hiatus from horses. :)

Much love and hugs!

By: M.Y. MIM

M.Y. MIM — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:25:45 +0000

Congrats on your move, dear Erica! Is Cornish your destination?
We are all assured that you will be outstandingly successful in every and any endeavor you take on.
Ride on, write on, and right on, girl!
Friend and fan, mym

By: Anne Coyle

Anne Coyle — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:59:30 +0000

I don’t think I could ever do it. Horses make more sense to me than most people. If I ever tried to collect all of my horse tack, riding apparel, horse magazines, ribbons and such and tried to put it aside, I just couldn’t do it. Over the years, my horses have been members of the family as much as anyone else. Shopping for the latest style show jacket, browsing the upcoming show season schedule, and all those lifetime hours of interacting with these amazing creatures…..nope. Can’t do it.

By: Erica K.

Erica K. — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:05:42 +0000

Thank you Jeannie. :) I agree and do feel that I am moving and changing while still holding onto my love for horses. :)

By: Jeannie

Jeannie — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 03:38:20 +0000

I think you are just maturing in your love for horses. Being able to understand the value of a horse apart from achievement and/or specific training goals is a big thing. I have horses because I love them. I do ride …but I have no long reaching goals beyond seeking joy for both horse and rider. Some of my friends don’t understand that but, so what. Your art is lovely and ….horse related? You aren’t moving away from horses…just a change in venue.

By: Bree

Bree — Sat, 22 May 2010 01:53:47 +0000

Wow…very tough decisions. I don’t think I will ever be without horses. Just couldn’t do it!

Good luck with everything. :-)