My husband recently asked what I wanted for Christmas. After a little thought, I rattled off a few items: new stall hanger, extra bucket strap, portable saddle rack, reflective bridle set for riding after dark..."But, that's all stuff for your mules," he pouted. "I want to get something for you."
"Um, where have you been the last five years, Sweetie?" I replied. "My girls are what make me happy, so why would I want anything else?"
"I guess," he surrendered.
Fortunately, when it comes right down to it, he knows just how important my girls are to me, and he supports my hobby 100 percent. If it weren't for Madge and Maxine, I'd still be spending most of my weekends on the couch watching reruns. Now I spend at least one day each weekend at the barn. Whether I'm giving the girls a workout beside the golf cart or taking a trail ride with friends, my girls provide that extra something my life was missing five years ago. That is why the number one item on my Christmas list is a fancy bucket lid, not a diamond bracelet.
At least I'm easy to shop for.
Photo: Madge will be rooting for the University of Oregon Ducks during the upcoming Rose Bowl.
3 comments:
I so hear you! 99% of my xmas list is equestrian related. I'm trying to think of one item that isn't and I can't...
Go Ducks!! Such a cute picture :)
LOVE!!!!!! this entry:] love my baby girl and even though she adds some frustration every once in a while, theres nothing i love more than when she puts her head in my lap for a little love, we are so blessed with our girls
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