Where You Least Expect It
- December 02, 2009
- Category: Daily Diary
- (34) Comments
I’m feeling overwhelmed. In no particular order (but they are related), I’m wrestling with the ever growing tax burden of the farm, blogging and the way I spend my time and what I want for my future. Nothing remarkable or out of the ordinary but sometimes my thoughts start to circle and drag me down.
Monday was one of those days. Mountain Man was busy, the dogs were entranced with what he was doing and I was brooding. My faults were creating an insurmountable tower in my head. I headed out to sit on the trailer and have a good cry. I wanted to be alone.
Khrysta must have heard my sobs because the next thing I knew she had climbed up on the side of the trailer and was trying to nuzzle me. If you’ve noticed my header photos, the trailer has become her favorite toy in our clicker training escapades.
“Go away. I’m not in the mood to play. Just leave me alone.” I went back to my crying and she jumped down.
I put my head in my lap and cried even harder.
Two things happened simultaneously. I heard a big clunk and the front of the trailer (with me on it) was lifted into the air. What was happening? It was 1,100 pound Khrysta who had decided to climb on the back of the trailer. Then off she went and thud, my end of the trailer went down. Back on she came and there I went up again.
Off and on went Khrysta and up and down I went. In my wildest dreams, I had never imagined playing seesaw with a horse. It was such a blast. I started laughing and the harder I laughed the more she bounced me up and down.
With each bounce, another chink of the tower of despair tumbled.
“Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.” Plato
Today I found kindness from a complicated, wonderful mare named Khrysta and for the moment my burden is lighter.
How awesome!!! And what a wild fun ride that must of been!!!
Hope there are less tears and more laughter coming your way. Tho a good cleansing cry is good too.
Date: December 02, 2009
OMG – How wonderful that must have been. Animals are so intuitive and I swear they can read our thoughts. Khrysta loves you so much, she didn't want you to be sad. I'm sorry you've been feeling so sad lately. This time of year is so difficult for so many people. I have heard a little saying though that might help: "Let go and let God." Just let go of all the worries that you have and let God help sort things out. Things always work out in the end. Even if you don't believe in God, if you believe that there is a Universal Life Force that surrounds us, let go of your sorrows and worries and let The Universe handle things – you'd be amazed at how well this works. It took me a LONG time to let go but I'm so glad I have. Warm hugs my friend.
Date: December 02, 2009
what a wonderful story & horse. Just think, if ya didnt have the horse you may still be brooding!
I have days like thta, but I dont have a horse to play see/saw with!
Date: December 02, 2009
She is your best friend and heart! What a lovely, lovely story!
Give her a hug for me also!
Linda
http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
Date: December 02, 2009
Before I read your post my first impression was it reminded me of Pippi Longstocking! And sure enough it was a certainly a day that Pippi would of had. I'm hoping you have a better week. Trials are so hard. Our animals are so intuitive, we're blessed to know them.
Date: December 02, 2009
Krysta, The Seesaw Horse – This would make a fabulous children's story!
I knew cats and dogs had incredibly intuitive natures adn sensitivity for their pets (uh, owners,) but I never would thought the same could be said for horses. She certainly earned her favorite treat today!
Date: December 02, 2009
Sorry you were down in the dumps but that is so funny that you were playing seesaw with Krysta. Animals are so wonderful!
Date: December 02, 2009
That is so funny! She knew she had to get your spirits up. I hope you are feeling better. Don't worry about the bills. They will always be there. Do you have an uplifting book you can read? Erma Bombeck?
Date: December 02, 2009
Great story, funny how our animals understand the unspoken language and are always there when we need them.
Date: December 03, 2009
You, my dear bloggy friend, just gave me goose bumps.
How cool is that! Khrysta knew you were upset and she wanted to make you happy!
If it makes you feel any better. I am way over whelmed too and I want to just sit down and cry also. Don't worry, I'm sure things will get better!
Date: December 03, 2009
Hope you manage to feel chipper soon. What a blessing to have a horse that is going to make you smile and laugh. You didn't give up on her and she isn't going to give up on you and let you be in a blue funk
Date: December 03, 2009
That is such a beautiful and funny story, thank your sweet mare for me please. Sending you love and understanding, I hope things work out very soon.
Date: December 03, 2009
Sometimes comfort comes from the unexpected and it sure lifts the heart to have it happen!
Date: December 03, 2009
I think you are missing Red Pine Mountain. Khrysta probably was telling you she is too. But she is finding things that bring joy to her life "in the now." You are there for each other.
Animals are so very awesome. Could we imagine our lives without them?
Nope.
Blessings to you my friend, Misha
Date: December 03, 2009
Oh mY stars, I was laughing so hard seeing her in the header picture.. before reading your post, saying aloud to myself,"Uh, just a litle more up now down..almost there Khrysta!"
So sorry for the downer heart..but I do believe God has other plans for your mood! I loved that she wanted to be ther and investigate you and that the game was on..she is an inquisitive one and so used of God! Guess He really meant it for us not to worry…did a number on you for a reminder there! LOVED IT TOO!
KK
You take care and know that I too sudder from al that you mentioned..that is why I ride, my mare takes me to places unfound by burden and it refreshes my soul to be in God's glory out there…then I can be a person to my friends and a good driver and wife. hang in~love!
Date: December 03, 2009
A kind word and a smile and a horse playing teeter toter with you can sure help put things in perspective! When I start feeling blue, from now on I'll remember Khrysta and you playing seesaw. Thanks for sharing your story.
Date: December 03, 2009
Okay, Mountain Woman, you recognize it, if you are creating you sorrow, just stop to do it!
Sometimes when I do the same, and it's too late because I'm wrapped in it, I sleep and when I awake I'm refreshed.
And bravo to Krysta, she knew well what to do!
Date: December 03, 2009
If He could open the mouth of a donkey to speak to Balaam before he made a huge mistake (Numbers 22:21-33), of what trouble would it be to our Heavenly Father to have Khrysta play with you during a time of sorrow? Nonetheless, I can certainly understand your feelings of being overwhelmed. For I have been there many times myself. Hey, come to think of it, He has never sent a donkey or a horse to my rescue! What makes you so special?
Date: December 03, 2009
Oh what a wonderful moment! I was laughing so hard it brought a tear to my eye. To think she cares so much that she would play like that. Absolutely shows the intelligence and compassion of horses. Fabulous!
Have a happy day with that wonderful mare of yours (we should all be so blessed)!
Meg
Date: December 03, 2009
Amazing. God gives you what you need, when you need it.
Date: December 04, 2009
i'm glad your burdens were lifted, even if it's for just a little while.
Date: December 04, 2009
I understand how you feel, because I am in the same position just now and because the problem is so large, I have just placed it in God's hands and it felt as though a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders. He knows how much we can handle and in those times where it feels like we are just too overwhelmed to continue, He provides us comfort. In your case, I believe it was Khrysta.
I will be praying for you and your situation.
Date: December 04, 2009
Animals are amazing! They just seem to know when we need them even when we think we don't!
Date: December 04, 2009
Horses can be incredibly perceptive. They have that special sense (horse sense?) and Khrysta knew just what you needed. Maybe that's why horses are so healing in the program (Instride Equine Therapy) for children with autism,Downs Syndrome, retardation and mental and physical handicaps. Horses make great therapist.
Date: December 04, 2009
Lovely story! Thanks for sharing!
Date: December 04, 2009
Since I know first hand, just how amazing animals are…I won't even ask if you had been partaking in a little too much eggnog! I hope that you feel much better now.
I've heard that what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger. This has become my motto. My free to borrow it.
Date: December 04, 2009
always surprised by the blessings… that they arrive and where they come from…
take care
Date: December 04, 2009
I agree with Nutiness above, I 've had a lot of things try to kill me , it's ok with me if all those things take a break for a bit. Hope things are better for you today . ; )
Date: December 04, 2009
What a way to give you a chuckle…Teeter totter with Krysta. She really must be in tune with your feelings. Hope you are feeling brighter soon.
Date: December 04, 2009
How wonderful that you were forced out of the sadness by a see sawing horse..how lucky can you be!! Keep your chin up..things will work out..one by one in their own time:)
Date: December 04, 2009
What a cute story!
She knew just what you needed. (Love how you called it the tower of dispair!)
Have a great weekend!
Date: December 05, 2009
That is a wonderful story! It's hard to be sad with animals around!
I know obstacles always seem insurmountable at the time, but when you look back on them, we very often marvel at how small they were in the bigger scheme of things…
Hugs!
Date: December 05, 2009
My horse has always been my best therapist. Hang in there!!!
Date: December 06, 2009
Sounds like she knew just what you needed at that moment!
Date: December 07, 2009