215 Henderson Road Shelbyville, TN 37160
EveningShadeFarm@Hughes.net
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All of our horses offered for sale are owned by and reside at Evening Shade
Farm, Shelbyville Tennessee. We do not offer for sale consignment, horse sale or trade horses. If we don't believe enough in a horse to invest
in him/her with our money, why should we expect you to believe enough in that
same horse to consider investing in him/her with your money to have as your
next companion and trail/pleasure partner? These are not
cheap horses that we just got last week or month at some horse sale and now call a
solid trail horse. With the rare exception, all of our horses are registered
and parentage verified, and not "...non-registered but can be...". Most of our
horses for sale are born and raised here, purchased as yearlings and raised
here, and have lived
with us sometimes two years and more. Their teeth are done professionally,
they are up to date on vaccinations and wormed every other month, eat Purina Horsemen's Edge
feed and top quality
hay, are shod and ridden by us, and are a part of our daily lives and
our family. Our gaited trail horses are never
ridden in "long shank bits", "gag type bits", "twisted wire bits", or any
other harsh style of "Walking Horse" bit and/or using lots of hold
with tight reins/curb. All of our gaited trail horses are
taught to work first in a plain "snaffle bit" with no curb strap/chain for a
very light touch. Only when they fully know and understand what is expected
are they finished off with a very mild "Tom Thumb" style bit for that last
little bit of primping.
Because every horse is a unique individual, our descriptions are specific to
that horse and not cookie cutter style with just the name changed or some
slight variation inserted here or there. Every horse is described as honestly
and accurately as possible. We can relate how a particular horse
behaves in our experiences because we know them all very well. Lisa
and I are the ones that do the feeding, clean their
stalls, and groom/shoe/ride them each personally. These
all important hours with them are not entrusted to someone else. We will
never tell you that any horse we offer is "BOMBPROOF", but can tell you
that our horses are tried and tested in actual real world trail riding
situations and they have proven themselves to be as solid and steady as any
living, breathing horse could be. We will not embellish with bogus terms
just to get someone to unwittingly place their safety and trust in a
particular horse. You are welcome to come here and test ride
any horse you like, pictures and videos are available for viewing,
pre-purchase exams before a horse leaves our farm by any vet of your choice
(at buyers expense) are welcome, and references
from previous buyers will gladly be furnished for your convenience. Each of
our gaited trail horses has a current Coggins test and is furnished with a
brand new health certificate. Horses are
livestock and there are inherent risks involved with any horse you purchase.
If you are not prepared to accept those risks, please do not buy a horse from
us. No warranties or guarantees are expressed or implied.
Thank you for looking
here...
Information updated: May 9, 2008
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Any male horse offered for sale is a gelding
unless specifically mentioned as a stallion in their write-up. All
colts are registered initially as stallions and the registration papers seldom
get revised when they are gelded.
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Sale page for great buys on Brand New and Good-as-New
to fit your gaited horse and you. CircleY, Crates, The Tennessean,
and other top name brand saddles.
 Every time we ride, our horses are either learning or unlearning something from us. The decision is ours to make and we're consciously/subconsciously making it every minute we get to spend with them. |
Horsemanship
is truly an interpersonal relationship between horse and human, and by my reckoning, the most important part of horse ownership. It will be at it's very best the sum total of what you are willing to invest in time and effort which in turn will, to a large degree, determine what your horse/ partner is willing to invest. If what you want is something that you can go once or twice a week and throw a saddle on, take a fast ride, get off and go on with the rest of your life, do yourself and the horse a huge favor by getting a 4 wheeler. You will both go to sleep much happier and much less frustrated, and yes, they get just as frustrated with us as we do them. Assuming you start with the right kind of horse there really are only two main things you must do to have/keep the horse of your dreams. First have a clear picture in your mind of exactly who/what that horse is. Second, EVERYTHING YOU DO with that horse should be working to that end. Your horse must always believe that any/ every thing he/she does was in fact 100% YOUR idea, even if it wasn't! These two concepts will help you develop a loving/respecting/winning relationship. |
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A look ahead..
Because we always have a steady stream of wonderful young horses coming along at various stages of their progress, I thought it might be nice to mention them. They will be offered as they become ready to place into their new homes and begin life as a trail/pleasure horse. Some of them were born here from our own mares, others were selected and purchased by us to be raised here, because they all possessed the qualities/bloodlines we require. We have several horses ready with pictures/etc coming as it gets pretty weather. Black/White filly (daughter if Ebby), Dark Classic Champagne 3y/o gelding by Lookout, Beautiful Black 3y/o gelding SOLD, Black pony size by Lookout, Chestnut/White geldingSOLD, Black/White 3y/o (full brother to Cole), Black/ White gelding (1/2 brother to High Five), Buttermilk Buckskin SOLD, and also... Steel Grey gelding (son of Jubilation Design) and Maggie Mae.. |
 Laredo is a Snowflake Bay Tobiano Walkaloosa... |
So you like it
western...Laredo has just what you're looking to
find. He is one beautiful horse with a color and build that make him so unique. At 9y/o and a stout 15.2h, this Walkaloosa gelding can take you anywhere you desire and is as gentle as a lamb. He's actually five gaited as he can walk/trot/gait slow/fast with the very best/and has the perfect lope. Nothing seems to bother him and he is happy to walk on a loose rein or give you plenty if that's what you like. He was Lisa's personal horse for the last four years but she's decided to keep Mojo as her riding partner now. Laredo is absolutely awesome on any type trail/terrain you choose and feels unbelievable underneath you. You will not wear him out and he's always got more than enough to satisfy the most seasoned rider yet easy enough for almost anyone to enjoy. Go west....$6500 Head Picture Tack Picture Trail Picture1 2 Video1 2 3 4 |
 Spud has one blue eye and one brown eye... |
This Spud's for
you... Spud's Sexy Shack is so much more than just a sexy hunk of horse. He's a 3y/o SSH with the kind of mind, disposition, and gait to be one of the best trail/pleasure horses you will find of any age. His gait and way of going are as nice as they come but his overall attitude is just awesome. He already side passes, rotates on the fore/hind and neck reins with ease. He has the kind of willingness that makes horseback riding fun no matter what you may want to do for the day. Spud's been the flag horse at local events and always delivers a perfect performance but trail riding him is the real dream. Absolutely nothing bothers this horse and it doesn't matter where you take him, you can count on Spud for a great ride in any situation. If you're really wanting a horse that just loves to be with you any time, reach for a Spud... Reg. Papers Head Picture Alt. Picture Video1 2 3 4 5 $6500 |
 Rooster is a very devoted, loving, sensitive horse |
Rise and Shine...Paint's
Painted Rooster will give you plenty of reasons to get up early. He has to be one of the truest hearted horses I've ever met. Once he connects to you in his heart/soul/mind, you will probably not find a more devoted partner. He's a wonderful 4y/o TWH who I've grown to totally adore and the older he has gotten, the more reasons I find to do just that. His gait is so smooth and easy to ride at any speed, and he is very steady out on the trail taking on any challenge. At 15.1h, he's an excellent size for most almost any rider and stocky enough to carry you all day with ease. Rooster is gentle/polite to handle on the ground and is very solid on the trail never looking for spooks. He is very simple and easy to ride and most anyone with a gentle/loving nature will have nothing but pure fun. Set your alarm and get up with this Rooster... Reg. Papers Head Picture Alt. Picture Video1 2 3 4 $4500 |
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More fun than
Gilligan's Island...Rachel Ginger is as pretty as
any model and she's much easier to keep. Ginger is a 4y/o TWH whose natural abilities surpass even her beautiful color and conformation. She stands a solid 15.1h and has the sweet disposition of the gentlest lamb and yet has the heart of a lion when you're out on the trail. Her gait is very smooth and easy for anyone to ride and she has one of the lightest/softest mouths that you could ever hope for which makes her so nice to handle. Ginger is responsive to any queue yet she knows what to ignore making her such a dream to ride in the woods, and the going doesn't get too tough for her to handle. Naturally, she bathes, clips, loads, shoes, and does all the routine stuff with the ease you'd expect from a really great horse. She'll stand still to mount/dismount and walk on a loose rein until you ask for more and has never gotten rattled at anything we have encountered on the trail, down the road, or anywhere else. While I have really never been a "mare person" so to speak, she's another one of those awesome mares like Maggie, Beam, Penny, Maxie, and a few others that have made me change religion. This is one of the most fun horses I have ridden in the woods and no matter what has come up, she's delivered with ease. She'll jump, slide, cross, go up/down/across, and be steady all the way. If you really enjoy getting out on the trail and having some fun playing around then this may just be the horse you're looking to find. She'll turn more heads than Ginger & MaryAnn plus she's way too much fun for just a three hour tour...$6000 Reg. Paper Head Picture1 2 3 Tack Picture Alt. Picture1 2 3 4 Video1 2 3 4 5 6 |
 Mystic was featured in the Aug '07 Voice magazine the official Tennessee Walking Horse publication...  |
Take me to the
River...Mystic River has a history as intriguing and unique as his name. He's a 4y/o, TWH that spent his first year of work at trick/agility training and has spent from then until now becoming an awesome trail horse. He recently showed an eager crowd at the TWH National Celebration just how truly versatile and intelligent the Tennessee Walking Horse is even at a young age and without recent trick work. He stands 15.1sh and is a very nice size for mounting/dismounting. Mystic has made an absolutely fabulous trail horse & he's so competent/capable/consistent to ride/enjoy. He's plenty gentle for most anyone to handle on the ground and under saddle. His gait is awesome at any speed and nothing seems to ever get his attention diverted from delivering a great ride every time. No life jacket required to ride the Mystic River...$12000 Reg. Papers Head Picture Alt Picture1 2 Trail Picture1 2 3 4 5 6 Trick Picture Trick1 2 3 Video1 2 3 4 5 6 Mystic was in Trick Training/Equine Agility at Red Horse Ranch. There he proved himself to be an excellent student and could do well as an exhibition horse. Here is a list of what he learned: Pedestal work- 2 feet and 4 feet in many variations, Revolving pedestal, Bow- either leg, Kneel, Lay down, Sit up, Sit down, Rear to the pedestal, Jambette, Beginning Spanish walk- in hand and under saddle, and Beginning Levade. Mystic will execute all of the above under saddle, probably with a little refresher course. Maybe the two most compelling aspects that Agility Training offers are that it helps horses learn how to learn and creates a good work ethic. Mystic has proven to me just how incredibly gifted the TWH is as a breed and him as an individual. I would keep him for myself if I had the time to fully enjoy riding both him & Bomber. |
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This Beau will
Rock your world...Generator's Rocky Beau has everything even the most discriminating person could want in a perfect Beau. He's a 3y/o TWH that stands a a very nice 15.1h and will fill out to make the perfect size horse. His disposition is absolutely wonderful and his gait is so smooth that it would be hard to decide which is better. Beau is developing the perfect rocking chair type canter and never gets wound up about anything. In all of the videos listed below he is working in a Bosal that we put on him for the very first time five minutes before I began shooting these clips. He has always taken to every request we have made of him and just gets better and better each ride. We have ridden him at night, down the road for miles, in every type terrain you could imagine, by himself and in groups, and he always delivers a perfect ride each time he's saddled up. He'll walk or gait on a loose rein when asked like all of our horses, is neck reining, and backs. Beau is another one of those awesome young horses who turn out to be the aged horses that everyone oohs and aahs over and wishes that they owned themselves. We've had him since a yearling and he's been a pleasure to work with and never had an issue dealing with any new or different situation we've ever encountered. He's the type of horse that we focus our efforts on because he was born to be a great trail/pleasure horse and the work is always so easy with this type. They just "get it" from the very beginning and that makes every day fun. If you're looking to find a wonderful partner then this may be the ultimate Beau... SOLD Reg. Papers Head Picture1 2 Tack Picture Alt. Picture1 2 Video1 2 3 |
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Gorgeous, 16.1 h gentle giant, 5y/o Flash
is the brother to Emily's Got Head Picture1 2 Alt. Picture1 2 3 4 5 Video1 2 3 4 5 I'll get their write-ups as soon as I get a minute to think... |
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Handsome 14.3h
grey 3y/o, gentle and reliable trail/pleasure buddy... He just loves people and attention... $6000
Cisco is the last son we raised from Head Picture Alt. Picture1 2 3 4 5 I'll get their write-ups as soon as I get a minute to think... |
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Big, beautiful,
sweet/loving Black/White 6y/o
Brother to T-Bird and Chief listed Head Picture1 2 Alt. Picture1 2 3 4 Video1 2 3 4 5 I'll get their write-ups as soon as I get a minute to think... |
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Better than new
money...Penelope Pit Stop , aka Penny, delivers more fun than you can buy for lots of dollars. She's a stoutly built 14.2h SSH that will take you absolutely anywhere you've got the heart to ride, and do it safely. At 5y/o, she's just coming into her own and I would put her up next to the best in terms of overall mindset/disposition as well as gait. Penny will neck rein, open and close gates, cross anything you may encounter on the trail, and give you the kind of solid ride that makes it fun to saddle up and get out there. Her gait is smooth at any speed from dog walking to full speed and she canters just as nicely. She might be one of the best woods horses you'll ever find and is about as surefooted as a goat in any terrain. You'll be breaking into your piggy bank to get at this Penny... $4500 Video1 2 3 4 5 6 |
 Painter came here as a yearling... new photo 12/07 |
Just ask
Sherwin-Williams...Painter Colors' personality is as
neat as his beautiful markings and color. He's playful and funny always wanting to be close to people, yet very gentle and respectful. Painter's a 16.2h, 4y/o TWH gelding that will be very stoutly built and able to carry anyone when he tops out. His disposition is very laid back which makes him fun and safe yet he's got the ability to give all that's needed in any situation we've encountered. Painter has a smooth easy gait, a light responsive mouth, and is very easy to ride at home or out on the trail. He'll come running if you call his name and is always generous with his affection no matter where you may be, and happy to let you perform all the routine stuff with absolutely no problems. This is one set of Colors that you will never want to put away...$6800 Reg. Papers Head Picture Alt. Picture Video1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Funny Video |
 Secret is an incredibly intelligent and gentle horse |
Psssst!! I've got
a Secret... Weapon's Secret Threat can't hide the
fact that he's one of the most solid minded horses you could ever find. If his birthday wasn't on his papers, anyone that rode him would swear he'd have to be much older. His gait is one of the smoothest and it takes absolutely no effort to ride at any speed. Lisa rode him in the Christmas parade here where hoards of kids of all ages just had to come up and pet him, one even carrying a big balloon that kept bumping his face. He was perfect from start to finish. Secret loves all the attention you'll give him and if you don't want a horse to love and dote on look somewhere else. He seems to always be interested in new stuff and really enjoys new challenges. He stands a really nice 15.1h and will fill out to make a great sized horse. Meet him and you'll want to keep this Secret forever.SOLD Reg. Papers Head Picture1 2 Alt. Picture1 2 3 4 5 6 Video1 2 3 4 5 6 |
  Louie became a happy gelding in February '07 |
Open wide and
Lookout.... Champagne Lookout , as most who have ever visited the website before know, has been a breeding stallion and a part of the family for over twelve years. The mares are now being bred to Mojo so Louie has joined the rank and file of the gelding world. There's an old saying in the horse world that a good stallion makes a great gelding, so just imagine what kind of gelding that a great stallion would make. Louie is far too good only to sit back and retire so I may make him available to some perfect fit/wonderful home. He's a 15y/o this year so he's got many more years of enjoyment in him for some horseperson looking for just the right life-mate. Louie stands a very solid 15.1h, and as you can see by the pictures taken just today (9/4/07) he's still much more than quite handsome. This is one of those horses that draws every eye no matter where you take him, but his awesome looks are just the first of many fantastic qualities. His ground manners are some of the best to be found and under saddle he only gets better. Out on the trail Louie seems to be at home in any type terrain, walking as slowly and carefully as needed yet he's got more than enough to satisfy any reasonable request. The thought of Louie not being here is a very difficult idea to handle so anyone interested in him will need to come here & spend time getting to know him and us as well. It may sound trite, but it is very tough to watch any horse we place leave out to their new home after caring for them here from months to years sometimes. This would, by far, be the mac-daddy of all. No longer for sale... David Reg. Papers Head Picture1 2 Alt. Picture1 2 Trail Picture1 2 Trail Video1 2 3 I have decided that I am not able to part with Louie.. |
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A look ahead..
Because we always have a steady stream of wonderful young horses coming along at various stages of their progress, I thought it might be nice to mention them. They will be offered as they become ready to place into their new homes and begin life as a trail/pleasure horse. Some of them were born here from our own mares, others were selected and purchased by us to be raised here, because they all possessed the qualities/bloodlines we require. Black/White filly (daughter if Ebby), Dark Classic Champagne 3y/o gelding by Lookout, Beautiful Black 3y/o gelding SOLD, Black pony size by Lookout, Chestnut/White gelding, Black/White gelding (full brother to Cole), Black/ White gelding (1/2 brother to High Five), Buttermilk Buckskin gelding, and ready soon... Steel Grey gelding (son of Jubilation Design) and Maggie Mae.. |
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Lisa has
purchased numerous saddles that we have found seem to always fit gaited horses well. They are all being listed on the new SADDLES/TACK page of the website. We get so many inquiries concerning gaited horses and saddle fitment that it only seemed natural to have some of the best we have found to offer for sale. These are all top name brand saddles that we were able to buy at prices to save you hundreds of dollars and take the guesswork as well as the trial/error out of saddle purchasing. Most are brand new never been on a horse and a few were used once or twice so they're just like new. Take a look and save some time and trouble... |
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Get your Mojo
workin'.... Silver Streak's Mojo has sure got his. He
is a 3y/o TWH that has 110% Tennessee Walking PLEASURE Horse Mojo and incredible color to boot. At this time he is still a stallion and because of the caliber horse that he is, I won't geld him and we are currently breeding him to all of our mares. He has absolutely everything that a great breeding horse should have from picture perfect conformation to awesome gait at any speed (BAREFOOT) to wonderful and loving disposition to near as a living horse can be bombproof (absolutely nothing seems to get his attention diverted) to being a gentleman in hand and under saddle. Mojo is one of those very rare modern day horses who possess old time foundation bloodlines that still have all the wonderful characteristics this breed was designed around before the current day show horse bloodlines overpowered those traits. In addition to that he does happen to be both a very beautiful/desirable color and a totally awesome trail riding horse. He stands a very stoutly built 15h but seems to be much more than that when you're on his back. Next to Bomber and Wildy, who I do not breed, Mojo is one of only a handful of Tennessee Walking trail horses that I have found possessing all the natural traits/talents that we all really want in our forever horses. With horses like this, it really doesn't make any difference what color they happen to be because the important stuff that matters is all there. However, given the option to have all that plus gorgeous color, all I can say is sign me up... as many times as possible....Not for Sale Reg. Paper Head Picture1 2 3 Body Picture1 2 3 Video1 2 3 4 5 6 7 |
 Pecos Bill as a yearling here at home... 02/07 |
Pecos Bill rides again.... This is Lisa's new pride and joy, Pecos Bill, who is a yearling SSH that she has destined to be her own. When we found him he had never been touched or handled by a human being and so it was quite a challenge just to get our hands on him. Once haltered, we then had to get him to not only lead, but also to load into the trailer so we could bring him home. From there it has been all school for Bill so that he could learn that we mean him no harm and only want the best for his future. He now not only leads/loads/grooms/gives all four feet/backs/follows/etc, but he also willingly stands all four feet on a stump or our big rock and jumps easily over anything he's asked. All of our young horses go through this same basic training and it really pays off once we saddle up and begin to ride. Check back for videos of Bill's adventures and progress.... Alt. Picture Head Picture |
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Well I said I would keep some
updates coming on Bill's progress so here we go. While learning something like this probably has no real practical value as far as riding goes, it does speak volumes as to a particular horse's mind and how far he is willing to trust and respond. We want horses that are not only willing and able but also open to trying things they might not see the good sense in doing. Not dangerous stuff, but rather tasks that stretch their boundaries and get them to really thinking. A good solid horse is born that way and then it becomes our responsibility to see that they are pointed in the right direction and not turned into something less than. Age has absolutely nothing to do with a great horse. Every great aged horse you encounter and admire isn't great because of age but because he was born to be that horse... |
 Maggie is a beautiful chocolate buckskin tobiano |
"Oh Maggie I
wish"... Maggie Mae Now has made me eat my own words. I have said many times that I would not buy any more fillies/mares to have as riding horses for several reasons. But every time I look at this nearly perfect horse I forget her gender. She is now coming 3y/o and I will have her ready for some lucky horseperson shortly after the first of the new year. Her mind is as sharp and keen as her conformation is beautiful. She will have a gait that is smooth and easy to ride and all the ability that even the most veteran rider wants in a great trail/pleasure partner. I will be posting updates on her progress as well as videos and pictures of her doing her school work. When the time finally comes you can bet she will be one that make anybody proud. Rod Stewart would surely be inspired to see how awesome Maggie is today... Alt. Picture Head Picture |
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Every Rainbow has
a Pot of Gold... Rainbows Perfection , aka Jr., came to us extremely frightened and completely untrusting of humans. That was in February of the year 2003. Now 4/1/03 begins the chronicle of his journey towards his pot of gold. While he won't be available for sale for quite some time, we thought you might like to share in his journey and his progress. He was "broken" by some possibly well-meaning, but inept "cowboys", using the good ole fashion method; whips and spurs. We do things a lot differently here and for a horse like Jr. , the way he needed. Slow, patient, soft-handed teaching that allows a horse to want to give you his mind and body. So at four years old we must start all over again helping him to forget the past and embrace the present, and people. At |
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this point we have made
tremendous strides to that end. He now comes to me in the stall for petting and grooming, will take treats/feed from my hand, and will follow me all over the round pen. Just today (4/1/03) he got to go out in the pasture free to run and when it came time to come in, he allowed me to walk up and catch him with no qualms. I can and have ridden him, but that's on the back burner right now. He needs to feel complete trust for me, and by extension all people, before we begin his saddle work so that he will be able to answer requests without question. This is becoming one of the most rewarding challenges I have had the pleasure of experiencing, and when the time comes to find his perfect partner I'll face the most difficult challenge of all, letting him go. |
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4/11/03 Equine dentist was
out and Jr. had an appointment. He stood still and allowed all work to be done with no sedation and no problems for him or the dentist. 4/28/03 Started on his round pen work and he's coming along nicely, listening, beginning to relax, and trying to comply. 5/25/03 He is just about ready to begin some saddle work. He's about to turn the corner and really open up. 6/23/03 Jr has taken a small step back, but that was certain to happen sooner or later. He is bouncing back and will be better than before when it all settles. 7/17/03 Waldo has really been great for Jr and he is moving ahead wonderfully. Today he stood for ears/nose clip and was near perfect. 8/22/03 Talk about smoooooth gaits and gentle, I don't know if I can ever sell him. |
 Rainbows Perfection aka Junebug |
9/19/03 We went our first
little mini-ride today and Jr was fabulous, having no problems with anything we encountered. I concluded, and without any hesitation, that he will be sharing life with us forever. We have come to such a meeting of the minds that I can't imagine him not being at the barn every day when we go feed. I thought going in that maybe I could keep the line drawn, but that wasn't possible. I've done my share training and showing and won many ribbons, but nothing I have ever experienced with a horse has been anywhere close in terms of satisfaction/fulfillment that Jr (whose name has somehow evolved to Junebug ) has given to me. I am so thankful that he came into our lives and taught us all the many valuable life lessons that came along with getting to know and love him. It does not get any better than this. Reg. Papers |
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1/6/04 It's a new year and
we thought maybe a Junebug update was called for. He is fat as a butterball (much like me) and is doing great. I've pulled his shoes and he's ripping and running with everybody else when the days aren't raining. As soon as spring gets a little closer I will put his shoes on and Lisa says she is going to show him some in western/country pleasure. His gait is absolutely wonderful barefoot or shod, so he'll get some saddle time as the weather permits. He has really started to feel totally at ease and you can tell he trusts us implicitly. While getting his stall cleaned the other day, he decided to jump the buggy. Once out, he knew he'd made a mistake, circled the barn to his old stall and then back to Lisa to be caught and put back in his apartment. Thanks to all who check in on him. More soon... |
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10/9/04 JunieB is doing so
well that I thought it was way past time for a new picture or two and some new video. He's been spending a lot of time in the pasture with Justine (Wildy's mom) and some yearlings. It has really done a lot for helping him see how horses of other ages and genders react to different "stuff". I rode him today for a couple of hours and had quite a wonderful time working on reining, etc. He's incredibly intelligent and a great student which makes teaching him so much fun. We've made a very important decision to let an extremely gifted horseperson/friend let Junior come out to Arizona to try out living with her and a special group of horses that include a former Evening Shade boy we called Lincoln. He'll get many of hours of daily one on one and he deserves to give it a try. More to come... |
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10/26/04 Junior arrived in
Arizona and, from all early indications, seems to be quite taken with the view and the company. As we looked over the many pictures of his arrival and first days there, it was surely the most bittersweet rollercoaster of emotions we have probably ever experienced. From the very beginning our only desire has been for Jr's health, mental and physical, as well as his overall happiness with his quality of life. I never dreamed of his spending a single day anywhere but here until we considered just how much he was being offered in this new and special life adventure on which he has now embarked. We will always be in close contact and get to share in his triumphs as we share this most special of bonds with his new family, always confident that even though very hard on us, this was the decision for him... |
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2/24/05 As you can see, Jr
is settled in and having the time of his life. This picture was taken back in December on a really cold day and it was also the sixth time under saddle in Arizona. He is so calm and content now that he will even come up to the golf cart that delivers feed and hay for some loving. The dentist was just out and Jr stood perfectly for his work with no sedation or twitch used. All the guys and girls out there have adjusted to each other and there is harmony among them one and all. I didn't think I could have a feeling of greater peace than he brought me to love him when he was here, but this is right up there. More updates will follow... What a home. 6/5/05 Junior is celebrating his 6th birthday today and what a day it will be for him. I sometimes wonder if he ever thought his life would get so good to him back when he was a youngster. It's so much more satisfying than words can begin to describe to know that his quality of life and happiness couldn't be any better than it is today. Julie, Kim, and all the gang out west have our eternal gratitude for the love, devotion, and the wonderful home they have opened up and offered to him. Happy Birthday boy. We love and miss you... 10/24/05 Time flies and it is way past time for an update on our special boy. Junior is doing great and has settled in to the most wonderful life any horse could ever have. They say he's turned into quite an escape artist and has to have double locks in order to keep him from visiting around the barn and paddocks outside. He gets hours and hours of love and attention daily along with all the other guys which now includes yet another "Rainbow" horse. In addition to Lincoln, the mini, and all the others, Junior now has three close "cousins" who share not only his bloodlines but also life with some of greatest people they could know and love. Thanks again Julie and Kim... 5/9/06 As you can see from the new picture to the left, Jr is having just too much fun playing with Lincoln and their miniature friend. Julie says that they both profess their love for her and are determined to protect her as well as play with her. I'm told that the entire episodes always resemble footage shown in fast forward. I can't imagine of a better life in even my best dreams for any horses than the life this extremely lucky bunch enjoys with Julie, Kim, and the rest of the "gang". Jr is most certainly their horse in every respect but he is one of the loves of my life and will remain in my heart and soul always. It just makes me smile every time I think about it. 12/24/07 The picture below is Jr and Lincoln and Julie out for a ride to the top of their lookout point at their new home in New Mexico. It surely looks to be the beginning of a beautiful new chapter in their lives and a lot of fun. The move and setup took longer than expected but I'd have to say from the looks of things it was well worth the wait. Alt. Picture  |
