One year ago I found Amigo. He was at a “kill pen” 5 days from being shipped to Mexico for slaughter. Amigo was not the horse I had in mind. He was big, young, gaunt, dirty, and terrified. Yet he was also incredibly sweet, smart, with a desire to please and a solid foundation of good training. It appeared he had been pushed hard, rarely rewarded, and suffered some serious trauma.
From those auspicious beginnings, with a big leap of faith and the help of an excellent trainer, Amigo has turned out to be the perfect complement for Echo and I. He brings youthful energy, confidence, and big yet soft presence to our team. I am so grateful to have found him-I had clarity and trusted my expert trainer, the connection from the moment I met Amigo, and then the courage to take that big leap of faith. Now someone else’s throwaway reject is truly a diamond that I cherish and am grateful for every day.
Before Amigo had to chase acceptance to survive. Now he is valued, appreciated, and loved. We have had similar journeys. The struggles have made the success sweeter. I have decided his “I found you” day would also be his birthday.
Happy Birthday Amigo!
I encourage you to go where you are valued, appreciated, and loved. Life is too short not to.
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