Whew where did June Go?

I can not belive it is almost the end of June already. Where did this entire month go??

The exciting part is that we have placed a few horses and that is always a wonderful thing! We have several more that are in desperate need of a home to call their own. Particularly a 7 year old Thoroughbred Mare who is very sweet and loving but needs someone to put some time into her. Check out our website and see Bailey.



Today's Message of the Day is:
Life is short, Break the rules, Forgive quickly, Kiss slowly, Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably, And never regret anything that made you smile!

More blogging to come later when I get my computer working....

Instructor Update

Ok so I officially have my NARHA Membership, most of my books are on their way except that last one on the list that I have not gotten covered yet but hope to have taken care of soon!

Soooo things are falling into place and I am going to get started VERY soon on studying for the Instrcutors Course. Yippie and THANK YOU to everyone who helped to not only encouraged me to pursue this endeavor and those who helped to make it happen!!!!

Wooo Hoooooo!!!!!!

UPDATE on Instructor Books. I have a wonderful family who has offered to bless me with purchasing the four books from the NAHRA site. That only leaves the last book on the list that Is needed. Thank you sooo much for your support and help!

Handicapped Riding Instructor Certification

Soooooooooooo the Blessings have come my way and I can clearly see this IS that path for me! I have the funds now in my HOT little hand to start Phase One of my Handicapped Riding Instructor Certification... WOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOO I am jumping for JOY!!!! Can you all see the HUGE smile on my face!!!! OHHHHH MYYYYY I can hardly contain myself.... whew... ok ok ok BUUUUTTTTTT I still need some help from anyone who is willing to help out.... Books that is the part that is killing me and I do not yet have the funds for so If anyone would like to help out in purchasing just one of the books I need for this journey or even if you wanted to just pay for a portion of a book that would be greatly appreciated and VERY VERY helpful!!!!! Sooo here is the list of what is needed:

NARHA Standards & Accreditation Manual (click on the link below and it is item #97005)

Instructor Education Guide (click on link below and it is item #97004)

Instructor Training Workbook & DVD (Click on link below and it is item#99060)

101 Arena Exercises (Item#42057) You might have to do a search for this item number to get it to come up on the NAHRA Site.

https://ecart.equivision.net/narha/Order.asp?cat=%2A%2ANARHAProfessionalResources&page=1

All of the above books can be purchase from the NAHRA Site and most have a discounted price for a member which i am a member.


Certified horsemanship Association Composite Horsemanship Manual (LINK BELOW)
https://www.cha-ahse.org/store/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=16181&category_id=250

This also offers a 5.50 discount but I am NOT a member of this organization at this time.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me thru this thought and is still here behind me while I embark on this wonderful and exciting journey!!!! :D

UAWR Alumni - Jacob

I got some really great pictures and update from an Adopter the other day and wanted to share with all of you Jacob came into the UAWR program in April 2005.

Jacob's story does not seem to be an unusual story in that at one time he was considered to be a "crazy" horse due to his bad behavior with his handlers. It is unknown as to why he acted as he did??? Generally from what I have seen with a horse being "crazy" it is due to some type of pain or lack of training. Pain from a bit, saddle, harsh rider, chiropractic problems, etc.

I do not feel lack of training is the issue for Jacob as he had proven to us that he was reliable and dependable with kids and beginners in the arena and on the trail. Therefore he was placed for adoption.

Jacob found a home with a wonderful family here in southern California and is now being shown by a young girl. The family loves him dearly and he is being spoiled rotten with them! The part that I loved was when I asked her if it was OK to post the pictures of Jacob and her daughter to the Internet and her response was ABSOLUTELY, and she hoped that everyone out there seeing his pictures might just prompt someone else out there to give a chance to an older horse who is in need.

So many people are only willing to adopt the young ones. These older guys need a home too and many times they make some of the best horses you could possibly own especially for kids. The older ones have been there, done that, seen that. I can not count how many calls I get each month of parents wanting a young horse for their kids, or a young horse as a first horse. I wish they would give the opportunity to one of these older guys a horse at the age of 18 still has many years left to provide a wonderful learning experience for the kids.

Extreme Mustang Challenge Results with a bit of Drama

Hmmmmm very interesting... well the results are in and there were some issues with the Norco Competition one issue that I had first hand and that was a mare who foaled. BUT, there have now been some changes to the selection process that BLM will use when choosing horses for the competitions. They also found that the winning horse was previously adopted and then returned to BLM facility... wellll read all about it.... glad to hear about the policy changes on the mares though! I am really really hoping they come back to southern calif or does anyone wanna sponsor our travels to go else where lol...... they have a competition in Northern Calif. Ha ha anyway where is the link to the letters from BLM and Mustang Heritage Foundation that I thought you would find interesting.

http://www.extrememustangmakeover.com/forms/mhfpolicyletter.pdf

I am a Rescuer

My job is to assist God's creatures
I was born with the drive to fulfill their needs
I take in helpless, unwanted, homeless creatures, without planning or selection
I have bought dog food with my last dime (and Hay)
I have patted a mangy head with a bare hand
I have hugged someone vicious and afraid
I have fallen in love a thousand times
And I have cried into the fur of a lifeless body too many times to count
I have animal friends, and friends who have animal friends
I don't often use the word "pet"
I notice those lost at the road side And my heart aches
I will hand raise a field mouse And make friends with a vulture
I know of no creature unworthy of my time
I want to live forever if there aren't any animals in Heaven
But I believe there are Why would God make something so perfect and leave it behind
Some may think we are master of the animals
But the animals have mastered themselves
Something people still haven't learned War and abuse make me hurt for the world
But a rescue that makes the news gives me hope for mankind
We are a quiet but determined army
And we are making a difference every day
There is nothing more necessary than warming an orphan
Nothing more rewarding than saving a life
No higher recognition than watching them thrive
There is no greater joy than seeing a baby play
Who only days ago, was too weak to eat
By the love of those who I've been privileged to rescue
I have been rescued
I know what true unconditional love really is
For I've seen it shining in the eyes of so many Grateful for so little
I am an Animal Rescuer
My work is never done
My home is never quiet
My wallet is always empty
But my heart is always full

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