copper sheen on her coat
black mane and tail
four black hooves
a tripping walk, soft snorting song
riding in the crisp
morning light through the avenue
of blue gums at Anlaby
to the river Light
the experience of freedom
two teenagers together
a furious gallop home
to chaff and oats
the school bus........
What a beautiful gift you have, Tineke.
ReplyDeleteGordon Hazel i still remember her
ReplyDeleteAnd I remember quite some time later, of me learning to ride as well. Lovely memories! JvB
ReplyDeleteLovely memories!JvB
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely memory Janet
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