tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post3446786014254981580..comments2023-10-29T09:33:36.668-04:00Comments on Teachings of the Horse: The Temper TantrumVictoria Cummingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17267314663679137147noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-89170890824747299322008-03-01T16:55:00.000-05:002008-03-01T16:55:00.000-05:00my sincere condolences on the death of your dear f...my sincere condolences on the death of your dear friend. This is a quote that I turn to each time the grief of my mother's death takes over, "One joy shatters a thousand griefs." ~ Chinese Proverb<BR/><BR/>Diane<BR/><A HREF="http://www.flickr.com/photos/27458974@N00/" REL="nofollow">Diane's Flickr photos</A>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-16683688108717993202008-03-01T00:47:00.000-05:002008-03-01T00:47:00.000-05:00I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. Hang in t...I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. Hang in there!Ruby Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14130520338519367173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-85166274068432939382008-02-29T17:45:00.000-05:002008-02-29T17:45:00.000-05:00I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. Strange tha...I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. Strange that your horse exploded at the same time. Those kinds of things always make me wonder.Rising Rainbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04239592070775412669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-78112869820844123182008-02-29T15:24:00.000-05:002008-02-29T15:24:00.000-05:00Good Morning, Victoria,Thank you for sharing yours...Good Morning, Victoria,<BR/>Thank you for sharing yourself so generously again today. I join the others here in expressing my heartfelt sorrow at the loss of your close friend. <BR/><BR/>I also feel very strongly that Siete's behaviour was no coincidence and commend you for taking the time to calm and settle her rather than reprimand her. A gentle hand, I believe, is always the best approach.<BR/><BR/>I've certainly been feeling the pull of Spring Fever lately, and their little nibble of grass yesterday may have ignited some of that in Siete, as well.<BR/><BR/>There is one horse I lead in from the paddocks where I work part-time. I think she's one of the most beautiful creations, however, she's a powerful girl and will often act up. It's quite intimidating. I stand my ground, however, I'm still trying to figure out what it is that I'm bringing to the equation that might be causing her to behave in an agitated manner with me. She knows that my arrival at her gate means dinner is being served, however, I sense that there may be more to it than just a hungry tummy. I'm still working on it.<BR/><BR/>Blessings to you & the girls,<BR/>CarolynnCarolynn Anctilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12566204713508877389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-90726460786046876572008-02-29T11:40:00.000-05:002008-02-29T11:40:00.000-05:00Sympathy, Victoria, on the loss of your friend.Sympathy, Victoria, on the loss of your friend.M. C. Valadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06301675413866610210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-28566319840311246412008-02-29T10:52:00.000-05:002008-02-29T10:52:00.000-05:00You handled that just right! Kudos to you for not...You handled that just right! Kudos to you for not giving in to the tantrum. <BR/><BR/>It sounds like Pat's spirit caused a stir in the horse world when she departed! Here's to eternal friendships...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07671421289586776170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-90368673553942013652008-02-29T09:37:00.000-05:002008-02-29T09:37:00.000-05:00I'm very sorry about your friends death. That is ...I'm very sorry about your friends death. That is such a hard time and I am glad that you have your 2 darlings to help you get through it.<BR/><BR/>StaceyTiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04409005614756083593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-58897034290183829662008-02-29T08:23:00.000-05:002008-02-29T08:23:00.000-05:00Victoria, I'm so sorry for your loss. As many have...Victoria, I'm so sorry for your loss. As many have said, I believe Siete's behavior is connected to the passing of your dear friend. Your measured and predictable response to her is what makes you such a good horsewoman. <BR/><BR/>I had a low moment in the barn yesterday, suddenly feeling overwhelmed with the enormity of chores that normally don't phase me. The remarkable thing about owning horses is that even when you have those low moments, you push through them because you care about the animals. <BR/><BR/>They reveal our strength and determination. It's a tremendous gift, as you've said here many times.<BR/><BR/>Take good care - sending warm thoughts to you today.billiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18187141867284800597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-59904652282657192602008-02-29T07:30:00.000-05:002008-02-29T07:30:00.000-05:00Victoria,I am sorry to hear of the loss of your lo...Victoria,<BR/>I am sorry to hear of the loss of your long time friend.Siete could more than likely have felt some sort of vibe coming through to her from you, it is good though that you stood your ground and remained calm in the midst of her tantrum, she will remember next time that she couldn't get away with her antics. Sorry again, feel better soon.Grey Horse Mattershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05837575441967937196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-9471381552672077552008-02-29T05:42:00.000-05:002008-02-29T05:42:00.000-05:00I'm very sorry to hear about your from Victoria, b...I'm very sorry to hear about your from Victoria, be strong okay? It's funny how horses seem to know things, and I agree andrea and ewa.Geckohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14869977105238208893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-68073698121762987892008-02-29T04:28:00.000-05:002008-02-29T04:28:00.000-05:00Your post was a strong message for me tonight. Tha...Your post was a strong message for me tonight. Thank you. I am bringing home my first horse this weekend. I considered boarding her because I do tend to be a bit lazy and figured it might be nice if I didn't always have to take care of a horse 24/7.<BR/>But I also know I probably would have been even lazier and given myself more excuses why not to drive to the boarding facility (I did the same thing when I used to do gym memberhips).<BR/>Plus we have 3 acres and my husband reminded me of the cost of boarding. sigh.<BR/><BR/>Your post reminded me how strong and responsible I am already doing my daily care of our llamas, goats dog, cat, guinea pigs, rabbit and chickens. They rely on me to feed and care for them. <BR/>Somtimes it's annoying and tiring, but it's also wonderful to have such an important purpose, isn't it?<BR/><BR/>I'm nervous and excited about having my own horse here at home, afraid of doing all the wrong things. But the lure of the possibility of creating a special bond and relationship with such a beautiful, intelligent and proud animal such as the horse, is too great.<BR/><BR/><BR/>So onward I go. And your meaningful post helped give me strength.<BR/><BR/>Thank you. So sorry about the loss of your friend.Laughing Orca Ranchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03562627840013868980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-2067924108531838232008-02-29T03:15:00.000-05:002008-02-29T03:15:00.000-05:00Victoria, I believe there is no coincidence betwee...Victoria, I believe there is no coincidence between Siete blowing up and your friend passing away - I believe in it.<BR/>Your post is great - thank you for ending it.<BR/><BR/>I am so sorry for your friend, so sorry...Ewahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02460827662984311538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-88737633579458767312008-02-29T02:14:00.000-05:002008-02-29T02:14:00.000-05:00So, so sorry about your friend. Sometimes I wonder...So, so sorry about your friend. Sometimes I wonder if horses are aware of things we simply cannot understand.<BR/><BR/>You were cool and Siete will remember that.Strawberry Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10555143299042580481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-36671793275664627402008-02-29T01:00:00.000-05:002008-02-29T01:00:00.000-05:00maybe Siete knew. Maybe she was trying to tell you...maybe Siete knew. Maybe she was trying to tell you something and didnt know how.<BR/>I honestly believe the animals we love are the window to many other worlds - real, imaginary and spiritual. <BR/>You never know. <BR/><BR/>HugAndreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16551607753054004591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-19260405315924333782008-02-29T00:52:00.000-05:002008-02-29T00:52:00.000-05:00Sorry to hear about your friend... :-(Sorry to hear about your friend... :-(Cassihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11125762024382701814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-61235403010669808682008-02-28T20:03:00.000-05:002008-02-28T20:03:00.000-05:00Victoria, You've been having a rough few days. I s...Victoria, You've been having a rough few days. I suspect the girls feel it; I know it comes across in your writing. Siete is showing her youth; might her mother have charged to discipline her? The clicking seems to be important interaction for her. You are right, the girls do make you a stronger person - and force you to stay engaged when you would rather do otherwise. Animals are good for making us stay in the real world and not give in, don't you think.<BR/><BR/>I'm very sorry for you about your dear friend. My thinking is that Siete picked up on the loss and/or your friend was showing her spirit (i believe in things like that).<BR/><BR/>Hugs.detroit doghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03636798112379229385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3344836954494496679.post-635757392731972682008-02-28T19:56:00.000-05:002008-02-28T19:56:00.000-05:00I'm sorry for the loss of your long time friend.So...I'm sorry for the loss of your long time friend.<BR/><BR/>Sounds like you persivered once again with your young mare.Calliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05704537697611988375noreply@blogger.com