All the Pretty Horses

I love all the horses at Vinceremos. I’m not sure I could choose just one to be my favorite. However, there are a couple that I’m particularly fond of. I could just spend time with Desi and Air all day long. I recently found out that Desi is known as a ‘chestnut Arabian’. It’s so exciting to learn about the different kinds of horses that Vinceremos has. Arabian horses have always inspired my imagination, but it’s wonderful to actually meet one and work with him. Desi is the sweetest horse I have ever met. I have to admit that I was a little nervous when one of the volunteers instructed me to put my hand by his mouth, but I trusted her advice. Desi licked me! He licked my hand, over and over again! He is so sweet. He’s just like a big dog. I’ve always dreamed of having such an interaction with a horse (or any interaction at all), but I never thought it would actually happen. I was so surprised. His tongue was wet and a little rough, but I felt so special. Desi is a stupendous horse because he makes everyone, especially his riders, feel special.

I also love Air. Oh, there’s just no way to describe it. He’s a gentle giant. From afar, he is striking. The sun gleams across his body, revealing his muscles at work, as he runs. Up close, he is so much taller than I expect, and a closer inspection reveals the delicate, white hairs speckling his body. He is so gentle. After I had worked with him a few times, I came to the barn to volunteer again, and I brought a few friends with me. When we went to get a few horses from the Red paddock, including Air, one of my guy friends asked me, “Do you want me to get the big guy?” I laughed and said, “Him? Oh, I don’t have to worry. He’s a sweetheart.” Every time I put on Air’s halter, he puts his head in it for me, sometimes faster than I can position it! He’s gentle, beautiful, and such a good horse.

I love Desi and Air. They’re just lovely. They’re friendly and cooperative. I am so glad that Vinceremos has them in addition to all the other wonderful horses they keep.