Wednesday, November 27, 2013

A Lot to be Thankful For

This morning I took Gatsby for a bareback walk around the arena, chatting with our BM who was walking a client horse. So thankful that Gatsby is happy, *mostly* healthy, and relaxed enough for me to ride bareback even while rehabbing! Also very thankful to be at a barn with such wonderful people who I truly enjoy sharing this hobby with.
Love him. 

As I mentioned, tomorrow is a big day for my family. It's always a tough time of year as almost 4 years ago a very close friend passed away who was a HUGE part of our Thanksgiving tradition. I would say it's only the last couple of years that  I've been able to start to appreciate the holiday again without him. I know I will feel very sad tomorrow, as I always do when I am reminded of him, but I am also very grateful for all of the amazing people who are still a part of my life and who have more recently become part of my life.

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I wish you a very happy Thanksgiving.

xoxo, Elena
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  1. Nicku BNovember 28, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Thankful for YOU friend :) Have a beautiful day today, you deserve it. OMG, I remember when I was rehabbing Navy from splint surgery at raintree and was bopping around bareback and a halter around the track and he barely spooked, I fell off (on my feet) and he galloped full tilt back to the barn up the driveway. I dont think I'd ever seen Dana that mad before :P I clearly dont have a very good track record with bareback, LOL!!!

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    1. ElenaDecember 4, 2013 at 4:07 PM

      Thank you!!! I totally remember that day at Raintree by the way! I was in a lesson with Roo and all of a sudden Navy came galloping up the track!

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  2. Achieve1dreamNovember 28, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    Sorry for your loss, but I'm glad you're finding enjoyment in the holiday again. Happy Thanksgiving!!

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  3. Sandy BaurDecember 3, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Happy Holidays! I LOVE that you can ride bareback, that says a lot about the bond you have with your horse! I am sorry for your loss but your gratitude in spite of your loss is amazing!

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    1. ElenaDecember 4, 2013 at 4:08 PM

      Thank you so much!!! Hope you had a lovely holiday as well!

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