What I AM Getting for Christmas

A few weeks ago, I posted about a gorgeous horse I saw and titled it "What I Want for Christmas." Well... spoiler alert: I'm not getting him.

But here's what I am getting: Talon, my very own living, breathtaking Gypsy Vanner.

Not long ago, I was firmly rooted in the “No way can I afford a Gypsy” mindset. I had talked myself right out of it. And now? I’m over here checking feed prices, brushing up on training tips, and grinning like a fool every time I say his name. Talon. Isn’t he just magnificent?

Huge thanks to Sharon Teague at Big Sky Gypsy Horses for helping this dream take shape and trot its way into my life. And of course, thank you to my amazing husband. He’s not what you’d call a horse person, but he is a me person—and that means everything. I love you, honey.

Though just between us, I suspect he likes horses more than he lets on. Every time we’re around them, they all make a beeline for him. It’s the scratches. He gives world-class, Olympic-medal-level scratches. Horses are no fools.

So no, I didn’t get the horse I originally posted about. I got Talon—a Gypsy Cob with feathered legs, a kind heart, and a look that stops people in their tracks.

And honestly? That’s the best kind of Christmas gift there is.

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What I Want For Christmas

Have you ever had the experience of seeing something that was just so beautiful you dreamed of having it? Something that spoke to your heart so much that you found yourself thinking "what if"? That hasn't happened often in my life but here's something I found that has done just that. To me he's just about the most beautiful animal I've ever seen. And ironically, his name is Romeo. Just his picture has captured my heart, it was love at first sight (now don't breath a word of this love affair to my husband). There's just no way I could ever afford him, so I'll just admire from afar and hold him in my dreams. P.S. - all donations accepted - LOL, just kidding. Don't you dare! P.P.S.S. - Just found out he's not for sale anyway. Phew, I'm safe - temporarily. There are lots of other gorgeous and captivating Gypsy Cob horses at Aisling Farm in NH.

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