Pony Swimback on Chincoteague Island
The Saltwater Cowboys are a never fail. They do an awesome job.
E.V.E.R.Y. S.I.N.G.L.E. Y.E.A.R.
So, let us take a moment or three to stop and smell the roses, so to speak...
As always, there is a flower. Always. This picture is for #SundayPurple #ColorChallenge by @Kalemandra., who colors my world.
Bee the person you have imagined yourself, if only for a moment, a moment in time.
”Stop thinking so much and go where your heart takes you” Lori Deschene
They jump in and begin their swim. Some of the ponies turn back towards the shore and try to come back, so they whip the water to move them in the right direction. This week was so much fun and attention, perhaps they want to stay longer?
And just like that, the pony swim is done. I want to thank @ace108 and @c0ff33a for hosting these challenges and just so you know, although much sun and shine was used up today, I can guarantee that there is still a little left in my heart. Have a most fabulous day!
I always post this poem down at the bottom of my posts. It is one that has become so near and dear to my heart. I only post the most famous part of it, but, wanted to post it in its entirety today.
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered,
"where does it hurt?"
it answered,
"everywhere"
"everywhere"
To know the Saltwater Cowboys do all that work for free is beyond amazing! Certainly some quality people involved.
I can see why you enjoy the event so much. The excitement and the camaraderie would be so cool to experience, not to mention the bonding with nature!
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I grew up riding my cousins' polo ponies In New Mexico as a kid, and have always been a bit soft in the head about horses, and all animals.
I always wanted horses as well, but growing up in L.A it wasn't exactly practical, though my cousin Terry did jokingly offer me one of his horses once.
I fell in love with the Chincoteague ponies the first time I read about them, but haven't seen them in person as yet, though I did love the film "Violets Are Blue" thanks in large part to their presence.
And I am SO grateful to the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department for their terrific work in managing the herds, as theirs is a 1,000% improvement over the way the BLM has mismanaged the mainland wild mustangs, resulting in systematic abuse and inbreeding.
ALL wild horses deserve far better, and I'm so grateful that the Chincoteague horses have such avid support and care. Hopefully the BLM will get a clue and follow suit.
Thanks for this wonderful series.
And who knows . . . I now live on acreage, and we have a good barn, so horses may yet be in our future.
Do you ride your Henry, or is he more a pasture pet?
He is an amazingly smart guy and loves to ride and jump. He is definitely a gorgeous dressage baby. :)
That's awesome to hear.
So happy that he's found a great home.
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To experience this passion, embrace the magic. It's very intriguing....your compliment very meaningful.
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Thank you. I hope you got a chance to read it all. ;)
Have a most amazing day!
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I was hunting for the photo where you jumped onto one of the ponies and rode it bare back through the water - or are you keeping that as a limited edition?
Some great photos of the horse riders, although they are lacking in flowers a little - could have done with a pretty flower tucked into a saddle or hat!
Fascinating how the ponies swim back to the island, I wonder if they enjoy it? !COFFEEA
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Sounds like a big project altogether.
I wonder what do the horses think when they get into the water.
"To do something that brings joy to your soul." I love that. That's the way to combat the monotony of life.
Thank you for taking us to these ponies again. This sure is a beautiful way to unwind, and to stop to smell the roses!
Have a beautiful night, Denise.
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