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In a message dated 2/5/00 12:37:23 PM Pacific Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
when you were at Libby last year, as Dusty was galluping up the side of the
arena during the Freestyle Reining demonstration {sorry about the poorly
constructed sentence} I could see how much
heart he had and what a great team you guys were and I had to catch my
breath{actually I started crying}afterwards I was going to go up and
talk to you but I chickened out. The other day I remembered that moment so I
thought I'd tell you about it.see ya...Linda
Hi Everyone,
I just received this letter in a private email from Linda. I wanted to share
this with everyone, particularly in light of several recent postings
regarding training of our Fjords. I have heard this comment on many
occasions about the relationship between Dusty and I. My explanation is that
we have become soul-mates. We nearly read each other's minds.
This has come from spending time with each other, wet saddle blankets,
whatever you wish to call it. Perseverance, patience, persistence has always
been my advice to serious students and was similarly stated by one of our
listers today and in Carol Rivoire's recent posts. There are NO SHORTCUTS!
It takes years to achieve any high level of accomplishment, not 30-60 days!
My point in sharing this with all of you is that this type of relationship
can be achieved by each and every one of you if you are dedicated and
committed enough to make it happen! It is rewarding beyond belief!
By the way, in my answer to Linda, I told her that she made me feel bad for
'chickening out' to talk to me. Gosh, I never thought that I was very
intimidating! Perhaps intense and concentrating on the job before me,
especially when I have several horses and students under my wing, but sure
have never meant to seem beyond approach. If I have ever seemed that way to
anyone else, I certainly apologize. Would ask that if we ever meet at a
horse show or event, that folks don't misinterpret my focus for aloofness!
Good luck to everyone in the pursuit of your Fjord goals and remember, there
is no substitute for perseverance, patience, and persistence!
Gayle Ware
Field of Dreams
Eugene, OR