Ranch Time

Faith went to camp this past week at Rocking Horse Ranch.

She really hit her stride here! She came home every afternoon filthy, wet (water-games), and beaming. What a marvelous place this is - and what a change in our child. This organization takes in abused and neglected horses, and rehabilitates them by bringing in during the year "at risk" youth. They teach the horses to trust again, and the children the value of character: trust, love, patience, and hope. What a sweet setup! We had the privilege to go for a week and see the miracles they perform when they bring in a few school-age children for a week of camp for a treat.




Faith found a good friend in "Cody" - a horse she says is "a good boy, mom!" During the showcase on Friday, we got to watch her lead this horse through an obstacle course, then ride him through again. Her counselor/trainer told us that she had "perfect execution." Good job, Faith! It was a delight to watch her encourage this horse, take gentle control, and conquer a few fears.





Mail Call!






After that, we were treated to a time of "line dancing" - they learned 3 different dances and showed us them all. What fun stomping in the dirt, doing improvisation, and showing off their acting abilities! Good, clean fun.


We finished the course of the evening with a lovely BBQ dinner, then a tour of the facility and of course a meet and greet with your favorite horses.




After all was said, done, danced, and ridden, we found this to be a great place. Faith learned so much about herself, her gifts and talents, and took on some new challenges she may never have tried without it. I'm so glad God provided the means, the place, and people to bless us all so very much. We sure look forward to coming back again...soon!