My Best Friend

 I have always loved Horses. Ever since starting a project in infant (yes, infant) school, I fell in love with these beautiful creatures of this Earth.

It is amazing just how many breeds of horse there are and just how long man-kind and horses have lived side by side, working together. Today, we use cars to travel, but horses are by no means redundant. It's nice to see them running free in the fields, dancing during dressage and jumping over 'gates' during competitions.

There are more than 350 breeds of horse and pony, each breed has its own special qualities and 'look.' It is said that the 'horse' was domesticated about 5,500 years ago. This was on the plains of northern Kazakhstan. So we have almost 6,000 years of history with horses but only 100 years with the automobile!

Makes you think, doesn't it!

No matter the breed, the horse is a very strong character, physically, mentally and emotionally. AND --- it is a very beautiful creature --- every colour is seen. 

Take the Appaloosa --- the American breed called the original breed used by the American Indians. Each one has a spotted coat pattern, unique to itself and of different colours.

The Palomino horse is called "The Golden Horse" because it's coat is yellow or gold, with a white or light cream mane and tail. The shades of the body coat colour can range from cream to dark gold.

With its very gentle and kind personality, and 'understanding' of human nature, the Horse has always been My Best Friend.

You just don't realize just how STRONG you really are !

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE !