oh yes! espically when he is constantly playing all the old tricks, you know... blowing out his stomach, yadda yadda yadda. oh and it also helps when he rears anytime he gets chlosterphobic. but he's the best horse i've ever known.
absolutley. i was working on roundness at the canter the other day, and i would tap him lightly with the whip (trying to move the honches out of the circle ) and he would not stop bucking!!!! it was rather funny. oh, and then we were working on a walk pirouette and he reared alot. it was fun though! if only he could do flying lead changes...
My baby and his father and grandfather, I miss him!
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Re: Hello:) « Reply #23 on Nov 28, 2005, 6:39pm »
Hello to all of you! Just to get it across, I am not religious or spiritual in any way, and I don't support tying to press your religion on anyone. BUT, having been raised in a Unitarian Universalists church, I have no problem with you being open about your faith, whatever it is you believe, and I sometimes like to learn about other people's religions.
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Re: Hello:) « Reply #24 on Dec 2, 2005, 8:51am »
Hey all, I'm a Christian too. I'm glad a lot of you guys are too! I really like this site 'cause Bru's a Christian and I apreciate the way she is so open about it. And it's okay to talk about my faith here. Thanks Bru! Jedi Knight 14
longfellow: Hi! ^^ I hope you don't feel like any of us are trying to pressure you or anything, we're just talkin' is all. Feel free to join in if you ever feel like it, I'm sure no one will object. :3
jediknight14: Yeah, it's really nice to have a place where you can go and know (for sure) that you are among friends. It's hard to find that in real life sometimes. :]
I'm no Christian (I hope I don't upset anyone here by saying this, *g*) - but I respect every religion / faith people have as long as they do no harm to others. I'm also very interested in different religions and like to study their knowledge, way of life and history (so I do know the Bible pretty well).
But I wanted to say something majik reminded me of when she said that she felt closer to God when being around horses. There's an Arabian saying (I just translate it - literally, more likely):
"God said to the horse: I have given you strength to fly without wings..."
The Arabians also call their horses "children of the wind / sky" - which actually means that these creatures are close to God / divine.
I'm not a christian either, but most of my friends are-- but I have to say how I love how open and unashamed you guys are about your faith, and the general atmosphere here is not fanatic or pressured at all.
that saying is from the Qu'ran (Islamic holy book).
"And thou shalt fly without wings, and conquer without a sword..." It's actually written on the wall in huge letters under a beautiful picture of wild horses running at the Kentucky Horse Park.
There are actually a lot of sayings in the Qu'ran about horses, they were and are held in high regard.
Well, sorry to interupt here. XD Kind of off subject...
The hooves of horses! -Oh! witching and sweet Is the music earth steals from the iron-shod feet; No whisper of lover, no trilling of bird, Can stir me as much as hooves of horses Have stirred. ~Will H Ogilvie
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Re: Hello:) « Reply #31 on Jan 17, 2006, 7:10pm »
Thanks for stopping by this little corner, both of you! We don't use it a lot as you can see because we have IDboards instead: http://idboard.proboards57.com/ But anyway, thanks for the encouragment. I try unashamed and keep the atmosphere pressure free, but as for fanatic *grin* I'm a big Jesus fan, in the best possible way. XD If any of you have any questions about Christianity though, you're welcome to ask. Again, thanks for the encouragment!
After thinking for a while I actually found something "Christian" I could tell you. I don't know if it's of interest, it's a kind of "personal experience" and also my way of thinking.
I've been baptized and have been evangelic / protestant until I was thirteen years old. At the age of fourteen, protestant children have their confirmation and every classmate I knew just wanted to do this whole procedure because of the money they'd get from their relatives on that day. I thought this way of thinking was avaricious and nearly a fraud. I mean, if I want to have my confirmation where I have to swear that I believe in God and want to follow His way, I won't do that just for money. I felt nauseated and refused confirmation and left the protestant church. Another reason why I did this was because my mum became very ill when I was eleven - and she still is. Having such a thing to live through and if you realize that there's actually no one out there to help you (not even doctors or relatives) you might lose your faith. Anyway, I never was a one for cheating - not even (or more than ever) when it came to religion. I've always been a person respecting life and suffering from people I loved or just being innocent and not deserving what happend to them. I was offered leaving religious education in school. I never did, except for one year in 11th class when all what the students had to do in RE was meditating (most of them fell asleep anyway). In my 12th year I returned though we got a new teacher, a reverend. First she didn't like me much though she knew that I had skipped RE during my 11th year. But at the end of the term I was the only one achieving 15 points, the best mark to get in a German Gymnasium (I think that's the sixth form for US-students? - I'm not sure about that. Something above high-school... college might be). I can still remember when she asked me how it could be that I'm no Christian but knew the Bible, it's history and the people who influenced Christianity better than all the other students she ever taught before. I won't give my answer here, though it covered not only Christianity but all religions world-wide and what people do in the name of their Lord or God. There are a lot of people abusing God for doing cruel things, fighting wars or proselytizing people from other countries and destroy their culture by doing so (just because it's foreign and doesn't seem to be right). Although I'm no Christian (anymore) I find myself praying - sometimes, late at night in bed, finding no other way to regain hope. And this hope is that someday justice will be done - that someday my mum will be healthy again and that all the people who betrayed her and making her (and our) situation even worse will realize what they've done - and regret. I know that my first wish is medically impossible - but yes... you never really give up faith, do you?
Having something or someone to believe in is a wonderful thing. It gives hope, strength and a faithful person might never feel alone. I regard faith as being something very personal. Something that can not be transfered. No other human being on Earth can have the same faith as I have - so I never force anyone to try. Live and let life - yeah, I think that's exactly what I do and what I expect from other people as well.
Uhm... well. *clears throat* I hope I haven't offended anyone or anybody's faith by telling my little story. I just felt like... well, writing it down.
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Re: Hello:) « Reply #33 on Jan 18, 2006, 10:13pm »
It's awesome to hear your testimony. I agree, it's sad what people do in the Lord's name. Truth is, it's not God they're really doing it for if it's against what God wants.
Having someone to beleive in is wonderful. I think, no, I KNOW I wouldn't get by without God. I have to say though that Christianity is not just a religion, it's a relationship. Like you said, it's peronal. God is who I lean on whenever I'm upset, and I know everything is in his hands. God hears your prayers, Blaze. He does, and He will answer. I encourage you to turn to him when you need hope. He is the only hope of this world. He is the only hope of eternal life, of a life that's something special, somthing real, and not the life of pain so many go through. God loves you, and wants to be that personal, intimate one you turn to. I agree with you, no one else can have your faith. Faith in God is a wonderful thing. Keep praying, and know that I'm praying for you, and your mom.
Will evildoers never learn- those who devour my people as men eat bread and who do not call on the name of the Lord? There they are, overwhelmed with dread, for God is present in the company of the righteous. You evildoers frustrate the plans of the poor, but the Lord is their refuge. -Psalm 14: 4-6 Remember, the Lord is our refuge!
BTW, if you ever wanna hear any encouraging music that sometimes talks about what you're talking about, Blaze, here's a link to a radio station you can listen to anywhere! www.air1.com
Thank you very much for your kind words and encouragement, Bru. And thank you for your prayers as well. *hugs you*
It is a consoling thought that there's someone out there at least listening. I think that's also one of the most important things people need: someone who actually listens. So many people pass you by during your life, without really caring for you - and in prayers you're sure that someone's listening.
I re-read the pslam you've given me here in my own Bible/German edition (though I wanted to be sure that I understood everything correctly) and I found something just a few sentences after the part you quoted:
1 LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? 2 He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart (Psalm 15: 1-2)
He doesn't ask for churches or clubs or confirmations. He asks for truth and fairness. That's a nice thing.
Oh, and when I clicked the link I found the verse of the day. I really liked it: "Dear children, let us stop just saying we love each other; let us really show it by our actions." ~ 1 John 3:18 NLT
I just wanted to say, Blaze, that I commend you for your open-mindedness about religion though you are not a believer yourself. It's refreshing to find someone like you. I'm so used to have everything thrown back in my face when the subject of faith comes up, and it's very encouraging to see that all of that talk about how there are truly open minded people out there isn't just talk. Thank you.
I was reading your story, and though I know that this has little meaning since it's in the past for you, I just wanted to say that I agree completely with your thoughts on those kids who wanted to get baptized for the money. I am a protestant myself and I agree with you: being baptized is a very personal choice. I was not pressured into it at all, nor did I ever have to go through any classes or confirmation in order to do so. I think that's how it should be, really. But yeah, that's my little ramble.
Please know that I am keeping you in my prayers as well--I really do hope that your mom feels well again someday soon. I also pray that those who are hurting you and your mother will see what they are doing and find it in their hearts to change and stop making things hard for you. *hug* Stay strong.
Re: Hello:) « Reply #36 on Jan 20, 2006, 10:21am »
Isn't there a saying that people can discuss everything - except for politics and religion? *smiles*
Being totally prejudiced usually means to miss a lot of things (may it be quotes, aphorisms, symbols and their background-story, etc.) that can actually touch me / my soul. Some traditions in different religions truely seem beautiful and heart-warming to me and I'm glad that I can read, listen and learn about them by being objective and open-minded. Throwing everything back in a believer's face doesn't only mean to criticize their religion, but to hurt them and their faith as well - which isn't really nice. That's why I never did such a thing. It's all about respect.
And thanks for telling your opinion as well - I rarely met people understanding my decision I made back than (mostly because of the money - not surprising, eh? *g*). I just felt better and more honest by doing so.
I really want to thank you, kasei - for reading, understanding and answering, saying so many lovely and encouraging words. *cuddles* It's more than appreciated.
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Re: Hello:) « Reply #37 on Mar 30, 2006, 10:25pm »
I'm not religious but am open to learning about everyone's customs and traditions... I'm not really an atheist either, because I believe there is some sort of [god/force/something!] out there, but don't study and follow one particular religion. I know lots of people who practice different religions: Protestants, Catholics, Jews, Sikhs, and some people like me, and I hate discrimination against ANYBODY.
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