Girls Horse Club Blog

First Time

Published by • Oct 20th, 2008 • Category: Guest Bloggers, Horse Girls, Odds & Ends

by Kitty, age 11

Do you remember the first time you ever got on a horse? You were probably, nervous, excited, and careful all at once. I’d like to tell you about how I became horse-crazy.

I grew up with two cats, so I was a natural cat-freak since I was one. Over time, many pets came and left, and when I lost my only remaining cat, Carly, I thought I would never like any animal more than cats because I loved her so much. Then we moved to Florida. I wasn’t too excited about the hot weather and hurricanes, but I was willing to give up Alaska’s cool, beautiful land for a couple years.

I went to fifth grade in a regular elementary school and liked it pretty well. I enjoyed my life in Florida, but my life wasn’t very exciting. The only things I did were ballet, tap, and Awana. Then one day, when I came home from school, my mom told me that a friend’s mom from my dance class had recommended a stable nearby. She said that she signed my sister and I up for Summer Camp. It was every other day for two weeks, except weekends. I acted excited, but I was really thinking about what my mom just did. I’d always been an animal person, and claimed that I loved all animals, but I never really thought about horses.

I waited two months for that precious day to arrive. I didn’t know the first thing about riding. It turned out to be the best experience I’ve ever had. I was hooked. I saved $120 that summer and am now looking for a good stable. If you are thinking about riding… try it!

It is really fun, and the feeling you get in the saddle is the most amazing thing in the world!

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  1. I love riding, it’s a perfect way to forget all your worries. It’s just you and the horse. Good luck with your riding and finding your perfect stable. And welcome to GHC!

  2. Well, I don’t remember my first ride ( My mum says I was about 1 1/2 years),but the beautiful feeling of completement still fills my soul every time I get on. I LOVE IT!!!!
    You did a great job explaning that feeling! :D

  3. It is definitely the most amazing feeling in the world. I’m glad you have realized the fun you can have with horses. Like Sweetie, I wish you the best in looking for your new stable :)

  4. hi!my name is maddy and i just signed up on October25,2008.i signed up because i luv horses period.i 10 years uv age and i’m wanting to be a vet when i grow up.well,i’ve ridden many times in my life.one of my most pleasent rides was when i rode with a man who is in steer wrestling.i rode his horse Cha-Ching who should be in the hall of fame.i miss him.i met him 3yrs. ago when i was 8.he came in our resteraunt.he ordered an omlet.i dont really own a horse of my own.YET!

  5. Thank you. This is my first story.

  6. i love to ride it is greeat!!

  7. I was at my farm and i rode to the pound.

  8. same here lee anna

  9. riding is great

  10. wow kitty i am a guest blogger and never got mine publeshed but this is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!