My little boy seems to have lost interest in the beautiful babysitter quarter horse we bought him. I have to accept the fact that horses just aren't under his skin and in his DNA like they are in mine. And that's OK. He still rides her occasionally and I know he won't want to be left behind on those big trips we're planning to the Pecos mountains this summer.

So where does that leave us? Well, I am certainly enjoying riding this gentle quarter horse mare who when I sit on her back becomes a creature with wings. She has turned into yet another big lovely pet who really enjoys our company. Just scratch her rump and that certain spot on her neck, and Miss Pinon is your buddy for life. This evening, after I get off work, I'm going to do some cruising with this long-legged gal friend of mine. She's so solid on the trail, I think I'll pony my Percheron youngster off of her too. He'll have a time keeping up with this one!