Secretariat

Saturday I took my daughter to see the Disney movie Secretariat.  If you have visited my blog in the past you may already know that I used to be big into horses.  I started riding when my Dad surprised me with riding lessons for my 11th birthday.  I was instantly hooked and spent the better part of my next 25 years in a barn. After the birth of my second child and juggling  being mom, wife, and business owner, something had to give - and it was the horses.  I made  my peace with it, and saved the most meaningful remnants of my riding days. I still have my saddle, my favorite bridle, some old horse show ribbons and all of my horse books.


The movie was wonderful and full of emotional moments for me.  Witnessing the birth of a foal is a life-changing experience.  Somehow they are so fragile and so strong at the same time - standing on long wobbly legs just hours after being born.

Young Secretariat

I found myself being nervous and excited before every racing scene, even though I already  knew the outcome.  The race scenes were a mix of emotions - both happy (for the appreciation and gratitude I felt for the years I got to spend bonding and caring for these incredible animals) and sad (I miss it).

Secretariat may not be movie of the year, but you'll the theater feeling good - and inspired! My only regret is that I forgot to bring tissue!

Hope your week is dreamy!

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