Sam is trying so so hard for us. He is trying to put his fears behind him, and it is SO obvious he wants to please us. I am very proud of him.
We can see, especially when he gets scared, that he trys to compose himself, just to make us happy. Its working. He is becoming a refined gentleman with appropriate manners. I can just imagine him in a top hat. He is so sweet and loving.
Sam has some steering capabilities now. AND he can back up on cue.
I will post more when I can look at his accomplishments for the week.
Sam, you are doing so well, we are so happy you have decided to try so hard for us.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Monday, September 17, 2012
Week 9
Sam has done wonderfully this last week. He has nearly mastered the art of ground driving, at least for our purposes. He now walks in a circle when driving and has a better general grasp on the idea of a circle.
Sam received a special gift from us, even though he doesn't think so. We got him a CD with scary noises on it to listen to while he eats. At first it really disturbed him, now only certain sounds scare him. This week Sam was working on circles when he heard an owl that he couldn't see. The owl put him on high alert, he began to notice EVERYTHING, even normal things were suspicious. Then, the Sam spotted the neighbors' black cat. This made Sam pretty worried. Black animals tend to scare horses more than other colors, I think it might be because they kinda look like shadows. Sam did really well despite being scared, he tried his best to keep his focus on us and it was amazing to see Sam trust us like that.
The only other really new thing that happened this week with Sam was him playing with the noodles on one of his obstacles. Sam repeatedly took the noodles down, even after I put them back up. Then one day I get home to find that Sam has almost cut one in half with his teeth, there are holes in the pool noodle. But, I think Sam must have had fun doing it, because he seemed content.
Sorry I don't have any pictures yet, but if I can get one of the noodle, I will.
Sam, thanks for adding some variety to our lives and giving us a reason to laugh. We love you.
Sam received a special gift from us, even though he doesn't think so. We got him a CD with scary noises on it to listen to while he eats. At first it really disturbed him, now only certain sounds scare him. This week Sam was working on circles when he heard an owl that he couldn't see. The owl put him on high alert, he began to notice EVERYTHING, even normal things were suspicious. Then, the Sam spotted the neighbors' black cat. This made Sam pretty worried. Black animals tend to scare horses more than other colors, I think it might be because they kinda look like shadows. Sam did really well despite being scared, he tried his best to keep his focus on us and it was amazing to see Sam trust us like that.
The only other really new thing that happened this week with Sam was him playing with the noodles on one of his obstacles. Sam repeatedly took the noodles down, even after I put them back up. Then one day I get home to find that Sam has almost cut one in half with his teeth, there are holes in the pool noodle. But, I think Sam must have had fun doing it, because he seemed content.
Sorry I don't have any pictures yet, but if I can get one of the noodle, I will.
Sam, thanks for adding some variety to our lives and giving us a reason to laugh. We love you.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Hakuna Matata: The Week 8 Moto
Hakuna Matata was definitely Sam's attitude toward this week.
Sam had no worries. He has really gotten his confidence up this last week. Doing all of his puzzles and obstacles has helped him so much. Sam is trailering much better, not being so worried about the door closing. He even walks through the barn alleyway now. Sam also walks through 6 out of 8 noodles on one of his most naturally challenging . Our other horses didn't even think about going through such an obstacle. All of the pictures are from week Seven, Sam's week 8 pictures will be posted at a later time. (Sam's color is darkening, it is not just this pictures- he is becoming even more handsome.)
Sam also learned a brand new skill this week! He learned how to ground drive, and I think he kinda likes it. At first he was hesitant about somebody wlaking be hind him, but he got used to it after a while. I have a picture:
Now on a more spiritual level:
Every time I look at Sam, I see a different horse, one more comfortable with himself-one who is releasing the pain of his past, allowing himself to accept the love waiting for him in the present.
Sam has grown every person who has had contact with him in some way. I am not sure how he does it, but there is something about him that just touches people. I am more connected with the things going on around me. I notice even more than I used to, I can sense more, my feelings are stronger, and I have a much stronger sense of leadership. I believe, all of this was Sam's doing. Before he arrived, I almost never had such strong feelings, they were sent to the back burner so I could focus on what I was supposed to be doing. Writing this for Sam and being able to see all of his advancements has blessed me in a way I will not soon forget.
Anyone who gets the pleasure to cross Sam's path will forever be changed. He is powerful. His will is awe-inspiring. His desire to please is astounding. Note: although Sam does all of these amazing things now, he was part of a cruelty case, which makes him SO much more special. He has not allowed his past to negatively affect his character, if it did affect him, it only made Sam that much better.
Sam thank you for changing my life so much. We love you.
Sam had no worries. He has really gotten his confidence up this last week. Doing all of his puzzles and obstacles has helped him so much. Sam is trailering much better, not being so worried about the door closing. He even walks through the barn alleyway now. Sam also walks through 6 out of 8 noodles on one of his most naturally challenging . Our other horses didn't even think about going through such an obstacle. All of the pictures are from week Seven, Sam's week 8 pictures will be posted at a later time. (Sam's color is darkening, it is not just this pictures- he is becoming even more handsome.)
Sam also learned a brand new skill this week! He learned how to ground drive, and I think he kinda likes it. At first he was hesitant about somebody wlaking be hind him, but he got used to it after a while. I have a picture:
Now on a more spiritual level:
Every time I look at Sam, I see a different horse, one more comfortable with himself-one who is releasing the pain of his past, allowing himself to accept the love waiting for him in the present.
Sam has grown every person who has had contact with him in some way. I am not sure how he does it, but there is something about him that just touches people. I am more connected with the things going on around me. I notice even more than I used to, I can sense more, my feelings are stronger, and I have a much stronger sense of leadership. I believe, all of this was Sam's doing. Before he arrived, I almost never had such strong feelings, they were sent to the back burner so I could focus on what I was supposed to be doing. Writing this for Sam and being able to see all of his advancements has blessed me in a way I will not soon forget.
Anyone who gets the pleasure to cross Sam's path will forever be changed. He is powerful. His will is awe-inspiring. His desire to please is astounding. Note: although Sam does all of these amazing things now, he was part of a cruelty case, which makes him SO much more special. He has not allowed his past to negatively affect his character, if it did affect him, it only made Sam that much better.
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| Sam trots through these |
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| A puzzle for Sam, he has to find different ways to get through it |
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| Sam's curtain, and 4/8 noodles on an obstacle |
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| Just Sam hanging out with a hula-hoop on his neck, no big deal |
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| Sam showing off his changing color |
Sam thank you for changing my life so much. We love you.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Week 7 (Halfway point)
Sorry this post is so late.
Sam has done really well this week, although I regret to admit not much forward progress has been made. Despite this fact, Sam has broadened his horizons immensely.
The main event of this week was a new obstacle and a new game. The obstacle consists of pool noodles horizontally perched on a pole, making a semi-scary looking gate the horse must pass through. The game Sam got this week is one that stretches his brain, he has to think about how to get through the path without touching the poles. He really likes this game. We will have to try to make even more games for him, because we can see and feel his happiness upon completing the puzzle.
I will post Sam's week 7 pictures and pictures of the obstacles when I can.
Sam I am so happy you enjoy learning as much as you do.
Sam has done really well this week, although I regret to admit not much forward progress has been made. Despite this fact, Sam has broadened his horizons immensely.
The main event of this week was a new obstacle and a new game. The obstacle consists of pool noodles horizontally perched on a pole, making a semi-scary looking gate the horse must pass through. The game Sam got this week is one that stretches his brain, he has to think about how to get through the path without touching the poles. He really likes this game. We will have to try to make even more games for him, because we can see and feel his happiness upon completing the puzzle.
I will post Sam's week 7 pictures and pictures of the obstacles when I can.
Sam I am so happy you enjoy learning as much as you do.
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