This is a story of trust, loyalty, and supreme athleticism, during a time of war and upheaval. There are heroic deeds performed as a matter of fact, and in retrospect, deeds with a seemingly supernatural aura… deeds which connected the events with their destiny. There are elements of beauty amongst the serious gore. Fear and friendship, supreme intellect, slavery, survival, suffering and opportunity are juxtaposed inexorably into the landscape spanning from the Ottoman Empire, to Ireland. |
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In addition to outstanding jumping ability, Cottage Son endowed his offspring with superior stamina. Although his individual talents were undiscovered due to an injury sustained in his very first race, he was a successful steeplechase and eventing influence. But this alone was not enough to thrust him into the Internationally renowned company of Furioso and Rantzau... |
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There are seen and unseen attributes in any individual horse. Although beauty and correctness of conformation are easily appreciated, the unseen components may be what sets this horse apart and makes way for greatness. The spirit, character, temperament and will, combined with unseen physical advantages, can produce something extraordinary. |
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| "This is one of the finest pearls you can cultivate in your mind, your heart, and in your Life." | Connecting with your horse |
| The beginning. | Physical Journey toward Awareness |
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