An Amazing Time to be an American

I am so glad that I'm an American.

With all that is wrong in our country and in the world, we are still a force to be reckoned with, and we CAN and MUST be a catalyst for change. And not just change as individuals, but as a whole. We are all connected, we are all family.

The entire world watched as this great nation was able to reach out across party lines, and lift the cloak of racism to elect someone with the intelligence, heart, compassion, and diplomacy needed to lead this country. The energy that exudes Barack Obama is that of integrity, and that he will do his absolute best to lead this country through some dark times. It will not be easy or perfect, but I know he's in it for the long haul and I sense that his heart is in the right place.

I wish him and his administration luck, as they certainly have their work cut out for them.

Sittin', Waitin', Wishin.....

...with my fingers crossed...................

Another Great Site

As we wait to learn the fate of our nation, I would like to suggest you horse lovers visit a great site called the Ultimate Dressage Bulletin Board. It's wonderful place to discuss just about anything. There are so many intelligent and well read horse folks who show up, and many don't have anything to do with dressage.

So, check it out!

www.ultimatedressage.com

Get Out and Vote!

People, please exercise your rights as a citizen of this great nation. Make sure you get out and vote tomorrow! But please don't vote out of fear- vote with your hearts AND intellects.
So, get out there to the polls tomorrow.

The Good, the Bad, and the Fugly

With all that is transpiring with our economy, and all the havoc being wreaked upon so many families in, not only the US, but the world, it is not a huge surprise that so many animals are being abandoned. Horses have been especially hard hit. The numbers of horses going to the livestock auctions and slaughter {to ultimately wind up as a meal on French dinner plate} has been increasing dramatically. There is someone who writes a blog called Fugly Horse Of The Day, and it's one of my favorites. Cathy calls it 'like it is' and is never one to sugarcoat things. She features stories concerning horses and their treatment that not only speak to the sad state of affairs for our animal friends , but to society as a whole.
Check it out. Even if you are not a horse person, you'll find it interesting, educational, and just damn funny, too.
www.fuglyhorseoftheday.blogspot.com

A Blessed Samhain To All

May this day also bring to light that magic and mystery that was once a familiar theme in the lives of our ancestors. As this summer season draws to a close, may we take the time to peer through the 'thinning veil' to honor our ancestors for contributing to who we are, and for sharing with us their strength and wisdom.
May your fires burn bright and may the warmth permeate every layer of your being so that you are reminded of the love that surrounds you and your cherished ones!

It's almost Halloween!

We recently added two beautiful black kittens to our family. Max and Molly are siblings that were born into a feral cat community cared for by a local feline rescue person, Karen. She works tirelessly to help sick, injured and abandoned cats and is an angel of mercy to so kitties in need.
We are so glad we were able to take these babies in. They are so sweet and loving, though still slightly shy. They love to tear through the house making mischief and generally making a mess!
But that's what kittens do, and they are so funny to watch. The only one NOT amused at the kitten antics is Aunt Mitzie, our 7 year old resident black and white lady. Mitzie was once an starved, abandoned kitten who had been dumped on my Mom's front step. We took her in, and boy, has she blossomed.
We hope you all have a wicked and wonderful All Hallow's Eve. But please remember to keep your cats indoors to keep them safe!