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Wild Horses In My Meadow

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Colorado's Wild Horses

Right outside my cabin window at this very moment is a band of wild horses. It is such a thrill to see and experience free ranging horses. I could easily spend my entire day just sitting quietly in the meadow observing these beautiful animals. And, if it does not disturb them, most likely I will. I can't think of a better way to enjoy living in harmony with wild, majestic creatures.

My love for horses has been a lifelong passion. To have wild horses living near me in this mountain valley is the ultimate dream come true. There is so much to gain from appreciating the privilege of being near an animal that could choose not to share space with you. These wild horses can go almost anywhere at any time. I feel enormously blessed when they grace a few minutes or hours of my day.

Would you like to see the wild horses that bring me such joy?

Band of Wild Horses Outside My Cabin Today

Mare Soon to Foal

First Baby of the Season

Wild Fire - Born April 15, 2012 - A Buckskin Colt

Three Days Old

A Reassuring Nuzzle

Mother's Day Baby

New Life


This foal was born either on Mother's Day or the day after (May 8th or 9th), so the baby - don't know yet if it is a filly or a colt - is three or four days old in these photos. I've been so worried about this baby because the weather has been just terrible for a newborn - well below freezing temperatures, snow and sleet, and a wicked wind chill. I was relieved when I was able to find the band of horses today to check on this foal. The photos had to be taken from a distance and through the windshield of my truck in order not to alarm the mare. That's why the quality is not the best. The proud mama is on the left.

Foal Frolicking in the Sunshine



It has been so delightful to experience the first few days of this foal's life. The baby mostly rests and nurses, as you might imagine. This afternoon's sunshine must have felt so good after yesterday's frigid temperatures and snowstorm. Shortly after I snapped this photo the foal, in a short burst of energy, was running and bucking exuberantly. I felt incredible happiness as I witnessed this moment of play.

Alpha Stallion - Keeper of the Band

The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact
with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.
~Sharon Ralls Lemon

Where the Wild Horses Roam

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Colt and Mare Soaking Up the Spring Sun

Spirit to Spirit - The Connection With Horses

What is it about horses that speaks to one's soul? Unless you have ever felt a spirit connection with a horse, it is hard to explain. Ever since I was a little girl, my deepest desire was for a horse. I felt my life would be complete when I had a horse to love.

The only other thing I wanted, other than a horse, was cowboy boots. I desperately longed for a pair of my very own boots. My older cousin, Patty, had a pair of old beat up cowboy boots that were twice as big as my feet. It didn't matter to me. I loved boots so much that I clomped around in those huge cast-me-downs.

Even today, those two things, a horse and boots, along with a cowboy hat, would be near the top of my wish list. My needs are very simple.

Drawing Strength

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  • lollyj May 14, 2012 @ 7:23 pm | delete
    What a wonderful lens. I've loved horses as far back as I can remember.
  • grannysage May 4, 2012 @ 1:42 pm | delete
    I myself am afraid of horses but I have two daughters that love them and have horses of their own. I will share this with one of them. Beautiful photos. You are so blessed to be able to share these moments and thank you for sharing them with us.
  • Violet79 Apr 3, 2012 @ 12:10 pm | delete
    I wish I could live the dream you have. I love horses and would love to own one.
  • lclchors Apr 2, 2012 @ 10:57 am | delete
    I couldn't live without them
  • Steph_Tietjen Mar 26, 2012 @ 5:25 pm | delete
    I do have a horse connection, born year of the horse, and I have a beautiful collection of statues. A favorite horseback trip in Bryce Canyon was thrilling--had to trust my horse! Beautiful, beautiful lens! Thank you!
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My Friend Flicka

When I was in elementary school, I read every horse book in every library within biking distance. I didn't have a horse and couldn't always be in the presence of my cousin's horse, Chico; so, the next best thing was reading and fantasizing about horses.

How I loved those horses in my storybooks - Flicka, Misty, Blaze, Stormy, the Black Stallion. Oh, why couldn't one of those wild horses show up where I lived?

A Few Favorites From My Childhood

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Books for Adult Horse Lovers

Some things you never outgrow. I still love reading horse books. If you are curious about wild horses, you may enjoy these selections.
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Horses, Hope, and Healing

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To me, horses and freedom are synonymous. ~ Veryl Goodnight

Wild Horse and Donkey

Wild Mule Twins

Wild Horse In High Alpine Valley

Grazing the High Meadow

The Spirit of Wild Horses - Tony Stromberg

I love the art of Tony Stromberg. He has a gift for illuminating the spirit of wild horses. Here are some of my favorites.

The Dance

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The Dance
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Fierce Grace

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Run with the Wind

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Never Forgotten - Blessed by Angels

I'm very grateful for Squid Angels. Thank you for spreading your wings here and sprinkling some stardust over our meadow. You are greatly appreciated!

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Reflections on Meadow Moments

What do you think about my beautiful neighbors?

  • KayeSI May 17, 2012 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Beautiful pictures. My grandkids love horses so they'll enjoy this as well. Thank you!
  • kindoak May 3, 2012 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    You are lucky to live in such a nice place! Great photographs by the way - if you aren't already, you should license them for sale through some online agency like Alamy Images or Getty.
  • Phoenix2361 Apr 19, 2012 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    I think your neighbours are awe-inspiring and I envy you.

    High Five for the wonderful pictures and for sharing them with us.
  • lclchors Apr 2, 2012 @ 10:58 am | delete
    great lens
  • Darja1 Apr 2, 2012 @ 5:11 am | delete
    Beautiful lens
  • MelonyVaughan Apr 1, 2012 @ 8:28 pm | delete
    What a beautiful and touching lens!
  • greenspirit Apr 1, 2012 @ 7:33 am | delete
    Absolutely gorgeous pictures. And thank you for such a lovely read. I was transported.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Apr 1, 2012 @ 7:10 am | delete
    Beaiutiful
  • Northbright Mar 17, 2012 @ 8:00 am | delete
    Beautiful pictures of wild horses. What delight must it be to watch them in their natural environment.
  • Rewards4life Mar 14, 2012 @ 3:52 am | delete
    Truly wonderful creatures to live by. What a heart-warming lens! Thank you for sharing!
  • Tipi Mar 11, 2012 @ 12:06 pm | delete
    Your anguish is running down my cheeks....sharing your loss and grieving with you at the emptiness...sadly leaving angel dust in remembrance of your beautiful neighbors. The one great joy is to have experienced this moment in time....I don't think you should stop by here right now, what deep sorrow....
  • DebMartin Mar 11, 2012 @ 10:42 am | delete
    I hope your neighbors live long and roam freely. d
  • TheLifestyleChanger Feb 28, 2012 @ 9:04 pm | delete
    I wish your neighbours were mine!
  • TheLifestyleChanger Feb 28, 2012 @ 9:03 pm | delete
    What a beautiful outlook you must have every day.
  • efriedman Feb 22, 2012 @ 5:25 pm | delete
    Lovely images from a lovely place. Thank you for writing this.
  • safereviews Feb 3, 2012 @ 1:01 am | delete
    We had horses when I was growing up and I love them. I have to joke though that my wife loves horses a lot and she always said she wanted a horse when she got older and all she ended up with was a Jackass. LOL Seriously though they are wonderful creatures and when you think about how significantly they helped shape the world it's amazing. Where would mankind be without them? Great lens for sure!
  • monarch13 Jan 29, 2012 @ 1:01 am | delete
    How lucky you are to live in such a beautiful area. Thanks for sharing! Blessed!
  • Lindrus Jan 28, 2012 @ 3:31 pm | delete
    Awesome photos! I'd love to have horses walking around outside my window too...
  • QuiltFinger Jan 28, 2012 @ 2:14 pm | delete
    Incredible photos! It must be so amazing to these these beautiful animals in their own natural habitat.
  • myamya Jan 20, 2012 @ 2:58 am | delete
    Amazing lens! I love horses thanks for sharing!
  • BlueTrane Jan 7, 2012 @ 6:34 pm | delete
    Beautiful photos and art!
  • AnneVis Jan 2, 2012 @ 1:41 pm | delete
    Wonderful! Great collection of awesome shots!
  • iPadGeek Dec 31, 2011 @ 2:16 am | delete
    Truly spectacular neighbors!!
  • srioschavez Dec 29, 2011 @ 3:34 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens I love horses and seeing them in the wild is a privilege
  • klaird Dec 29, 2011 @ 12:08 pm | delete
    Great pictures!
  • collettehrock Dec 27, 2011 @ 10:12 am | delete
    I totally understand your love of horses, in the snowy mountains here in Australia we still have wild brumby's, and there lineage traces back to when they were first introduced to Australia. There have been quite a few movies made about them
  • jadehorseshoe Dec 23, 2011 @ 2:00 pm | delete
    A truly FINE lens!
  • River_Rose Dec 21, 2011 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    Beautiful and majestic !
  • peppypatricia Dec 10, 2011 @ 9:51 pm | delete
    beautiful lens
  • KimGiancaterino Dec 9, 2011 @ 1:47 am | delete
    Very beautiful indeed. My sister lived on a ranch next to 5,000 open acres and there were always wild horses on the property. I miss seeing them.
  • MiddleSister Dec 3, 2011 @ 5:25 pm | delete
    You are in a great spot. It must seem magical to see them run free.
  • efriedman Dec 1, 2011 @ 4:11 pm | delete
    Wonderful to see how active a foal can be so soon after birth. I really enjoyed your photo of foal and mother. Well done!
  • kathysart Nov 30, 2011 @ 10:37 am | delete
    BEAUTIFUL.. makes me want to move there! THUMBS UP LENS
  • LisaAuch Nov 27, 2011 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    i would love to be you neighbour too! How absoloutely fabulous! my daughter will flip when she sees this! Blessed
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Nov 30, 2011 @ 9:41 am | delete
    Many thanks for your blessing. It means a great deal to me. Hope your daughter enjoys the horse photos.
  • StrongMay Nov 26, 2011 @ 4:20 pm | delete
    I LOVE Horses. You are so lucky! And those photos are great!
    Myself, I have a lens about my life with horses.
  • JohnZh Nov 26, 2011 @ 4:56 am | delete
    Amazing article, I am really impressed, great photos, love the cute animal too.Thank you!!!
  • traveller27 Nov 12, 2011 @ 8:47 am | delete
    Great lens - absolutely beautiful. Blessed by a travelling angel.
  • blackspanielgallery Nov 9, 2011 @ 5:39 pm | delete
    Nice
  • Graceonline Nov 7, 2011 @ 4:53 pm | delete
    Seeing the picture captioned ""To me, horses and freedom are synonymous." ~ Veryl Goodnight", I realized suddenly how much I have given up to live in a city with good public transportation so that I can burn fewer fossil fuels. One of my long-held dreams was to live in such mountains. I am glad you are there, watching over the horses, lending your spirit to the land.
  • miaponzo Nov 5, 2011 @ 5:13 am | delete
    Amazing!!!! Blessed!
  • LaraineRose Nov 4, 2011 @ 6:41 am | delete
    I appreciate this lens. It brings back many memories. Angel blessings.
  • sushilkin Nov 4, 2011 @ 6:26 am | delete
    Thanks for sharing. Nice Lens
  • karmicchristian Oct 31, 2011 @ 5:25 am | delete
    They are lovely and it is such a delight to see them through your photos and prints!
  • AnthonyAltorenna Oct 30, 2011 @ 6:33 pm | delete
    The wild horses are beautiful and your photos are amazing!
  • Koupie Oct 25, 2011 @ 3:18 pm | delete
    I am one happy Angel, now I can bless this beautiful lens :)
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Oct 23, 2011 @ 8:01 am | delete
    Amazing pictures. I wish my neighbors were as beautiful
  • WildFacesGallery Oct 17, 2011 @ 7:36 pm | delete
    This is really wonderfully done and a subject close to my heart. Blessed.
  • aesta1 Oct 16, 2011 @ 9:24 pm | delete
    These are really amazing pictures. I have never seen wild horses.
  • NevermoreShirts Oct 4, 2011 @ 9:04 am | delete
    Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing!
  • aj2008 Sep 29, 2011 @ 4:40 pm | delete
    Oh wow! Yes, I have an affinity with horses and I was born in the Year of the Horse. While I no longer ride, one of my daughters has inherited this affinity and is turning into not just an accomplished rider of horses but she is also learning how to work with the more difficult ones.

    In the UK we are fortunate enough to be able to get very close to wild horses in the New Forest and on Dartmoor and Exmoor - I say horses, but they are actually ponies.

    However, it has always been my dream to travel to the central mountain states of the US to see the wild horses - Wyoming in particular. Why Wyoming? Well you have the Flicka books to thank for that :)

    I just love this lens!!
  • 24websurf Sep 22, 2011 @ 5:50 pm | delete
    Just gorgeous :) Hopefully I can get far enough off the grid to see these too..lol :)
  • mary615 Sep 14, 2011 @ 2:38 pm | delete
    How wonderfu it must be to see wild horses like this!
  • pawpaw911 Sep 12, 2011 @ 2:18 pm | delete
    Now that is just too cool. Great photos. Love the lens. See you got a purple star for it. Well deserved.
  • dvpwli Sep 6, 2011 @ 5:28 am | delete
    How can we believe, this pics of horses are more beautiful than us, i am always searching for nature and wild life pics, here i am very satisfied, this is really incredible images and explanation done by you dear, I hope this lens being selected for LOTD:- Dvpwli
  • Bindelstiff Aug 29, 2011 @ 9:40 pm | delete
    This is a beautiful lens! Great information and gorgeous pictures! What a great place to live! I'm so jealous!
  • barbara b aka rnmsn from redgage Aug 25, 2011 @ 1:34 pm | delete
    oh my good life this is a wonderful article and such a tribute to wild horses!!
  • termit_bronx Aug 12, 2011 @ 9:54 am | delete
    Beautiful animals. In our country there are no wild horses :)
  • Koupie Aug 12, 2011 @ 8:02 am | delete
    Came back for another look at these beautiful creatures :)
  • One4Nell Aug 8, 2011 @ 12:10 pm | delete
    What an amazing opportunity you have to be close to such beautiful animals. Thanks for the beautiful thoughts and pictures.
  • WhiteOak50 Aug 4, 2011 @ 10:17 am | delete
    I am not sure if you are going to understand this or not, but this page truly touched my soul. I have loved horses all of my life, there is something about their energy that amazes me. To see these beautiful creatures right out side your window is something I could only dream of. Fantastic photography, fantastic page. *Blessed*
  • thrivingmom Jul 29, 2011 @ 7:36 am | delete
    There is a horse ranch 2 miles from our house and our kids love for us o take car rides by it so they can see the horses. I love this lens! *~blessed~*
  • pheonix76 Jul 23, 2011 @ 2:12 pm | delete
    Oops! ^Looks like I left my comment in the wrong place. :) Well, this just gives me another chance to say how spectacular your photographs are! The shot with the horses against the mountains in the distance is outstanding. :D
  • dfishbac Jul 21, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
    These horses are so beautiful and your photos are so well done it's almost like being there. I don't own a horse but I do love looking at them and being around them when I get a chance. Very nice lens!
  • dfishbac Jul 21, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
    These horses are so beautiful and your photos are so well done it's almost like being there. I don't own a horse but I do love looking at them and being around them when I get a chance. Very nice lens!
  • wayne_luvinlife Jul 7, 2011 @ 4:58 pm | delete
    Words just don't do them justice...breath taking!
  • Rickbischoff Jul 2, 2011 @ 11:12 am | delete
    What a beautiful place to be ...love the photos !!
  • d-artist Jun 14, 2011 @ 4:13 pm | delete
    Lovely "neighbors" and a Lovely lens, with awesome photos...
  • poutine Jun 6, 2011 @ 10:14 am | delete
    Wonderful pictures and neighbors.
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Jun 3, 2011 @ 6:13 am | delete
    These are magnificent creatures. You are very lucky.
  • whirlwind May 30, 2011 @ 1:31 pm | delete
    Hello RenaissanceWoman2010. I like your lens "Wild Horses In My Meadow." Thank you for sharking your Meadow Moments and photos! I'm giving you a thumbs up on this.
  • WebIsFun May 29, 2011 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    they are wonderful
  • ohcaroline May 23, 2011 @ 11:53 am | delete
    Another great lens and awesome photos from you! Lensrolling to my cowgirl dreams lens. I wanted those cowboy boots and hat too!
  • weddingsnews May 19, 2011 @ 4:26 am | delete
    I like so much the photos.
  • theraggededge May 13, 2011 @ 5:21 am | delete
    Gorgeous lens on a wonderful topic. Lensrolled to my British Native Ponies lens. Oh.. and I read every pony book I could get my hands on, including Flicka et al.
  • HorseAndPony May 13, 2011 @ 12:19 am | delete
    Love the foal photos and update. It looks very strong and healthy. Thank you so much for sharing!
  • nancycarol May 12, 2011 @ 11:15 pm | delete
    Beauty and more beauty in this lens. These horses, mules, burros and such deserve to live free. Keep up the good work, maybe enough people will see the beauty in these magnificent animals to want to protect them. Fingers crossed!
  • gypsyman27 May 12, 2011 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens, wonderful topic. I think your neighbors are great! See you around the galaxy...
  • BeyondRoses May 12, 2011 @ 9:08 pm | delete
    You have lovely, wild and free neighbors. Love your Meadow Moments and photos!
  • paperfacets May 12, 2011 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    This is a sight to see. I am so glad you used Squidoo to post your pictures, otherwise I would have never seen them. I just read Ted Williams article in Audubon about wild horses.
    He is very much the activist and believes there should be more management.
  • LikinTrikin May 3, 2011 @ 7:16 pm | delete
    I absolutely love your neighbors. Your photos are astounding. It's gotta be so awesome to be in the midst of such beauty. Great lens!!!!!
  • tssfacts Apr 30, 2011 @ 2:28 pm | delete
    They are really beautiful.
  • CruiseReady Apr 28, 2011 @ 4:15 am | delete
    Nice work!
  • Koupie Apr 21, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Oh how I wish I had neighbours such as this, I have lot's of Canada Geese that hang out in the back yard but there are so many people around here, too many LOL. I feel very peaceful right now after viewing your incredible photographs, thank you :)
  • Light-in-me Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:05 am | delete
    Amazing that you get to see these beautiful horses every day!
    Wondeful pictures, thanks for sharing.
    Nice job,
    Robin :)
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:46 am | delete
    I am very blessed to have so many opportunities to see and enjoy these wild ones. Appreciate your comments, support, and blessing!
  • painthoslady Apr 20, 2011 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    Your pictures are wonderful. You had to spend a lot of time with them to get such good shots. They don't exactly pose on cue.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:45 am | delete
    You are right – it's not easy to get close enough for good photos of wild horses. I don't want to spook them or interfere with their grazing. Sometimes I just get lucky! Thanks for your visit and your comments.
  • mary615 Sep 14, 2011 @ 3:45 pm | delete
    Did you really take these photos????
  • Sunflower_Susan Apr 20, 2011 @ 11:21 am | delete
    I love Tony S.s photos! And I really loved this lens. Wonderful job!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:43 am | delete
    Isn't his art spectacular? I can only aspire to be so good one day. Thanks for your kind comments. Really appreciated!
  • djroll Apr 17, 2011 @ 12:29 pm | delete
    Absolutely breathtaking photos. Thank you for the breath of fresh air. A good way to start my day!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:39 am | delete
    Very happy this lens provided refreshment. Thanks for your visit!
  • AnnaleeBlysse Apr 16, 2011 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    I too read every horse book that our small library had. My father's family is from Colorado. I've spent most of my time visiting the Western Slope and only been to Denver a few times.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:42 am | delete
    Wasn't it wonderful to read those horse stories? I wonder why little girls are so drawn to horses and horse books? Is it still the same for this generation of young cowgirls?
  • debkrenaissance Apr 11, 2011 @ 11:23 am | delete
    Amazing photographs.... amazing animals...
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 21, 2011 @ 10:41 am | delete
    Yes... they are amazing! Thanks for your comments.
  • ajgodinho Apr 10, 2011 @ 7:28 pm | delete
    Enjoyed this lens and all the beautiful pictures of wild horses. You're lucky for sure, to have these wonderful neighbors! :)
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 11, 2011 @ 7:24 am | delete
    They are exquisite neighbors. That's for sure. Thanks for visiting!
  • Westerngirl2 Apr 10, 2011 @ 5:24 pm | delete
    Wonderful pics and lens! I've owned horses most of my life; I still raise a foal once in awhile and do my own training. One of my mares is due to foal in early June. If you haven't read the classic "Smokey the Cowhorse" by Will James, you must get a copy & read it! It inspired me at a very young age to live the life I've lived.
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