12/12/12

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Today is December 12th, 2012. 12/12/12

This is pretty exciting for some people, others it's just another day at the office. 

Think about it. the next time we'll have a 12/12/12 is on December 12th, 2112. That's a hundred years from now and most of us who are living today will (sadly) not be there. If you do happen to live until then, then I congratulate you in advance, for that will be a long and hopefully fulfilling life.

The holiday season is upon us, and it's a time where there are carolers, lights in the trees, and a wonderful, joyous time of the year. One has to wonder why it's all of a sudden this time of year. Why, for every single day of the year, are people not as happy? Does society these days really need all the materialistic ideals? That the only reason we're so happy is because we might get the latest technology, the newest fashion trend, or the biggest wrapped box underneath the Christmas tree. 

However, family meals are always a happy time for everybody to be able to say hello to the grandchildren, meet up with the cousins, and hug the aunt and uncle. Don't forget the cats and dogs too!

It's rather an uplifting time of the year. Be grateful for the people you have, not for the technology you own.

Enjoy the time you have with your family, whoever that may be, and don't forget to be happy. For I've heard this quote many times, "Life is a Privilege, not a Right."

I am grateful for my pug, Oreo. He's the reason why my days are that much happier and he keeps me sane. I love this pug more than anybody else in the world. He's my rock, and he's awfully adorable. I love you Bubsy.

Running Freely

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Just the other day I went to the barn with the intention of riding Bell. I got her halter and lead and then I went out to the field. The first horse that came to me was Dawn, the most wonderful horse in the world. She is the definition of an honest mare. She's getting old, but she'll do whatever you ask of her, without a hesitation. She's the only horse with whom I feel completely comfortable doing whatever on and off the ground. I've done so many things with her, most of which, were first times for me. I swam in a quarry with her, I've cantered bareback and jumped, went to my first hunter pace with her, fox hunted with her. Just name it. You know when people say "This horse has gotten me to where I am today. Without them, I wouldn't be half as far." Well, that's this horse, Dawn.

And so, out of impulse, I just decided to put the halter on and get on her. No, I was not using a bit in her mouth, no, I wasn't using a saddle, and no, I was not wearing a helmet. But that's okay. That's how much I trust this horse. I wouldn't be able to do that with Bell. Not even close. As much as I love her, we haven't gotten to that point of mutual trust yet.

And so we were off. We walked around a lot, and I barely had to use the rope. I would lightly touch her neck so it was as if I were neck reining, but not really. Just a slight touch and she would understand. After a while of walking, we trotted a little. And then finally, after a while of warming her up a bit, we galloped. I let go of the rope (careful as to not make it so that when I let go, she would trip on it, of course) and flung my hands in the air, and we ran. We ran so freely it was amazing. The wind in my hair, her nostrils flaring, her hooves beating the ground in a rhythmic tune, I was taking everything in. The best part about it was that I didn't feel one ounce of fright. I trusted her and she trusted me.

It was wonderful to be able to do that. I'm afraid that'll be the last time I do that with her, because of her age. But that one ride, I will remember forever. She was having such a great time. In those short few seconds, made my whole life worth living, just to feel that freedom, real freedom. Just to live in the moment, to have fun.

Below are pictures of Dawn :)

"Take it all in, never forget this night, take it all in, take it all in, this is what life's all about, so take it all, tonight."

Would you want to know what someone thinks about you?

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The automatic answer for this is yes. Yes, most people want to know what others think of them. It's a natural instinct I think. Does he think I'm fat? Does she think I'm obnoxious? Do they think I'm a jerk?

But, if you think about it. Would you want to really know if that person doesn't like you, but they pretend they do?

It's hard to tell, really, since we actually can't read people's mind and we don't know for sure whether someone we love or care about loves us back. Is that a sign of insecurity creeping up on us?

I've been thinking of that lately, and it's dreadful. It's just a dreadful thought, that people say one thing, but really mean a whole other thing.

Would we really be better off knowing what everybody thought about us and everything that's on their mind?
Probably not.

If everybody in this whole big world knew every single little detail that people dislike about them, then we'd have a pretty depressed world.

On the other hand, if everybody knew every single good thing people like about them, then we'd have a very happy world.

It's a double edged sword. Well, sort of. One side is very good, the other is very bad.

It's a thought to keep in mind, the next time you think "Oh, I wish I knew what they thought of me."
Maybe the reason why their called somebody's thoughts is because people think them, they're secret to them (unless they feel like sharing).

Someone's own thoughts are very powerful. They can change the world with one small idea, they can make so many people smile and laugh, they can make people cry, sing, dance, ache. All these emotions coming from just one small place.

I think.....

Introduction

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So. You may be wondering why I have made a blog. I've wondered that myself and I suppose the real reason is so I can let my mind flow freely. I have made tons of notes on my phone just expressing how I feel at the moment, and I figured that typing them on a computer would be more beneficial. And what the heck? Maybe some people will actually be interested.

Let me tell you a little bit about myself.

I have a wonderful pug whom I adore. His name is Oreo.

I have a horse named Bell who puts up with me more than anybody I know.

I have two minis who are the cutest, most furry things you will ever see. The boy is Millvard and the girl is Holly.

I also have two cats, Pepper and Qui, who mostly hang around the house.

I like to listen to inspiring music and enjoy writing. I hate math.

Well, hope you find any of what I write interesting.

And hey, it's December 1st. The year's flown by in such a blur, it's hard to believe that it's almost the end of the year.

Below is a picture of Oreo. Yes. He is indeed very cute.