Hard Headed
- September 11, 2009
- Category: Daily Diary
- (36) Comments
I’ve been told I’m stubborn. In fact you can call me down right hard headed at times but the other day, my hard head served me well.
It was a beautiful Indian summer morning. The sky was a brilliant blue, not a breeze stirred the leaves and the weather was cool enough to prevent bugs from swarming. A fabulous day for a ride. And as I do every morning, I saddled Khrysta and we headed to our work ring. She went through her exercises perfectly and seemed in good spirits. We then walked a lap around the ring as we always do. No problem at all. I got on her and we started around the ring. I was relaxed and not paying as much attention as I should. After all, she’s in the ring every day and it’s right by her pasture as well.
Something spooked her and she went way up in the air and at the same time twisted her body to run away. She caught me by surprise and I came right off, plop on the ground. And, I landed right on the side of my head. My helmet shattered and I got the wind knocked out of me. Khrysta, now no longer scared, wandered over to me and stood by my side. I was so thankful she didn’t run over me or I would have been squished.
I have a concussion, my neck is kind of messed up at the moment and I’m all kinds of sore. I’ll be taking a few days away from the computer to do some recuperating.
Mountain Man, of course, is upset and wants to find me a quiet old pony. I’m just thankful it wasn’t worse. Always, always if you get on a horse wear your helmet. You just never know when it will save your life.
Ouch!!! Praying you have quick healing!!!
Date: September 11, 2009
Double Ouch!
I've done that myself on or/falling off horseback and I know how much it can stun and hurt you.
Thank goodness for your helmet and your good sense in wearing it. I hope you're on the mend soon.
Date: September 11, 2009
owww, hope your ok.
Have you ever thought about just getting a minature horse instead, just to keep as a pet…….hope M.M is reading…….good compromise ?
They should start calling them "Spooks" instead of horses ? That's why I don't like riding them.
Date: September 11, 2009
Oh my goodness!! I am so sorry to hear this!!
Please do take care and know you are in my prayers for swift healing and relief of pain!!
Date: September 11, 2009
OH! MY! GOSH! I'm so glad you had on a helmet! I know of old pony's who get scared and do the same thing.
You rest, now! You hear!
Linda
http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
Date: September 11, 2009
You did get checked out by the doctor right? So thankful you had on the helmet. I've been dumped off a horse a couple of times and feel for you where you are sore. Some good ole stinky Yager's Liniment will fix you right up. My father swore by that stuff, it is actually a horse liniment but safe for people. I use it too!
Date: September 11, 2009
Thank God for helmets ! This must have been scary. I hope you'll feel better soon.
Date: September 11, 2009
I am so glad that you were wearing a helmet. I have to admit that when I used to go riding (many years ago), I never did. After reading what happened to you, if I ever do go riding again, I will be sure to wear a helmet.
I hope you are feeling better soon.
Date: September 11, 2009
Oh gosh! Thank goodness you were wearing your helmet. You take care and get some rest. Big hugs to you.
Date: September 11, 2009
Yikes! I hope you will be okay! Sounds like a hard fall.
Date: September 11, 2009
Take all the time you need. A concussion should never be taken lightly.
Will keep you in my prayers!
Date: September 11, 2009
Didn't realize people even wear helmets when riding horses–good thing you did! Will be praying for your quick recovery. Good thing MM was home when that happened too. Take care of yourself, take it easy now.
Date: September 11, 2009
You may be stubborn, but you are very lucky. I wouldn't think of wearing a helmet just to ride a horse, but I would for a motorcycle. Thank God you are smarter than I am.
Date: September 11, 2009
You take care of yourself, you hear? Wait – you've got Mountain Man – you're in good hands.
Date: September 11, 2009
Gosh, I never thought about horse riders wearing helmets, but I see now why it is a good thing! Hope you recover soon!
Date: September 11, 2009
Oh my goodness! I surely pray you'll be feeling well in no time. And this is why my horses are now pasture ornaments and hay burners -smile-.
I'm too old to heal quickly and pain hurts twice as bad now.
Date: September 12, 2009
I rarely ride anymore. After years in the horsey business, breaking youngsters, and breaking many bones, I finally got smart! Three back surgeries helped to wisen me up!
I am so glad you are alright. I also commend you for wearing a helmet. I teach riding to young children and cannot express to the parents enough that a helmet is a must-for all ages! You would not believe the parents who think "little suzie" will be too hot or it will mess up the "riding hairdo". Oy!
Please take care of yourself. I am sure Mountain Man was worried sick about you.
As far as Krysta goes. She was just being a silly horse. Our Arabians are the silliest!
Blessings to you, Misha
Date: September 12, 2009
I never wore a helmet as a kid on my horse but I made sure both my kids did when they were taking riding lessons. A bike helmet has saved The Wild Man's bacon three times now!
You POOR THING! I'll keep you in my prayers and am so glad this didn't happen while MM was out of town. I KNOW he'll be taking good care of you!
Date: September 12, 2009
I'm so thankful that you were not injured more severely. Please take some time to rest that neck and head. Then go shopping for a new helmet.
Date: September 12, 2009
Thank goodness for your helmet!!! I dont understand people who dont wear helmets, its just dangerous!!
Date: September 12, 2009
Oh my! I am so glad you were wearing your helmet.
Glad it wasn't worse, but saddened that you have to suffer at all. Feel better soon.
Also I have a box here with your name on it. Have had it ready for too long…just waiting to have a bit of cash for the postage. I am so sorry I haven't gotten it off to you yet. Please accept my apologies.
Date: September 12, 2009
Oh no! I hope you recover quickly and fully. Thank God for the helmet.
Date: September 12, 2009
Dear Mountain Woman, I hope you'll be good soon!
Date: September 13, 2009
I'm glad you're okay! And this was a very well-timed post for me to read, since I'm planning to start riding within the next month or so, and have been trying to decide whether to wear a helmet. Guess I have my answer!
Date: September 13, 2009
Oh my goodness!! I'm glad you're all right other than a little sore.
~Andrea~
Date: September 14, 2009
Oh my goodness! I am glad you were not hurt worse. I hope you feel better soon. Thank goodness you were wearing a helmet.
Date: September 15, 2009
Greetings;
Just checking in to say Hi and see how life is on the mountain. Fall is coming and a great time to enjoy the mountains and all they offer with the fall season.
Date: September 15, 2009
I hope you are feeling better now. At least you were wearing a helmet, and judging by the damage done to that helmet suggests it was a good job you had it on!
-Luke Sidewalker
Date: September 16, 2009
Take lots of time and rest up and heal. Get all the TLC you can grab and enjoy that. Take good care of yourself!
Date: September 17, 2009
I'm glad it wasn't worse and I hope you recover quickly! I guess I ought to think about getting a helmet, as I started riding a couple times a week.
Date: September 17, 2009
Hope you feeling better, Red. I'll see you on FB.
Date: September 17, 2009
So sorry! Hope you are doing tons better. :O)
Date: September 17, 2009
WOW! You are so lucky you weren't injured more seriously. Rest up and take it easy.
Date: September 17, 2009
OMG, I am so glad you are alright! I hope you are feeling better by now. I haven't started riding yet, but hope to soon, so your accident is a good reminder to me to wear a helmet (I need to get one…)
Hugs dear ~
Oz Girl
Date: September 17, 2009
Just popping in to let you know you are in my thoughts.
I do o hope you are feeling better. I hope you and MM have a lovely weekend!!
Date: September 18, 2009
I am so glad you are okay! Horses are unpredictable and not the brightest of animals and this can always happen regardless of your mount. So sorry and I hope you feel better soon.
Date: September 18, 2009