Trust in Me

A horse's trust in us is fragile, but deeply rooted from the start.
We are a great provider, a leader, a protector and a soul searcher.
It is up to us to give to the best of our great power;
with this great power we hold great responsibility.
But a horse cannot hold us to this responsibility.
Herein lies the greatest test for us as they are dependant upon us.
We must always strive to put their needs before our own joys,
we must always push to do what is right for them...
Even if it means we must not have what we want.

Responsibility is a great testament to one's own selfless soul;
as it can be exhausting, depleting and outwardly frustrating at times.
But as the higher thinking beings, we must persevere...
We must win this battle against ourselves, to save what is left in them.
Though their bodies are strong, their souls are fragile...
And once you break this body, a soul is soon to fall to pieces.

So embrace the thunder of hooves, not only when beneath you or towards you;
but also in its frantic scurry to and fro over grassy hills and over great feats.
Embrace the fiery spirit which cannot always be tamed at the hand of man,
which needs to be free and at it's own will.
But never forget your place in this horse's life,
as his giver of a quality life.
For this life is far too short for second-rate moments.