[EmmaDipstik]

I've been studying horses for years now, and I finally got into riding about 2 years ago. I've already visited the Equine Sciences program at CSU, and I plan to go there. I've ridden most western, but now I've started in english. Every year we go to a trail ride in May. We work with the program that runs it, so we set up and take down mostly. This year they had a Registered Appaloosa Mare for auction. I saw her on their website in January and dreamed of owning her for months.

Anyways I spent all day with her (literally). I talked to her owner who was the sweetest lady ever. And then I worked up the nerve and asked my dad if maybe he could put a starting bid down. "ABSOLUTELY NOT." was his answer. He then walked over the the silent auction table and leaned down right over Misti's paper. I walked over and he had put down the starting bid. I kind of guarded that thing for my life. For some reason everybody was hoping I'd get her so nobody else bidded. Until the last few minutes so we had a bidding war but I won. It was the best day of my life, I was so excited. (And I still am aahaha).

So now I own Misti, a beautiful Registered Solid Appaloosa Mare. I absolutely love her. She is perfect for me.

 

[Sylvie]

Congrats! :fireworks::fireworks::stars::stars::wahoo::leap::leap:you look very happy together. Have fun, and don't forget to post more pictures along the way..

 

[TrinityRanch]

How awesome!:clap: Have a blast with your new mare!

 

[ndeboer]

CONGRATULATIONS!! I still remember the giddiness I felt when I bought my first mare! (A few months after going to college...My excuse was, "well, I don't drink, what else am I gonna spend my money on??" Have fun!! Looks like you got a good one!

 

[mtmom75]

Yay! Congratulations!! She's beautiful.

 

[audrey]

Oh my goodness! Many congratulations!!! Now you FOR SURE need some breeches and riding boots!

 

[EmmaDipstik]

Thanks y'all I did end up buying some breeches and paddock boots yesterday I got two pairs of Devon Aire breeches, and a pair of paddock boots for $45. I love having horse riding friends that will just sell stuff to you for a dime.

 

[toth boer goats]

Awesome

 

[StarMFarm]

That is AWESOME! You two look so happy together, so glad your dream came true. She is a beautiful girl

 

[Pixie13]

That is one beautiful horse!!! You are so lucky. Have fun making lots of memories with her

 

[FionaLaila]

Nice! Congrats - she is a nice looking mare

 

[fd123]

Congrats on your New Beautiful Mare!
Sounds like you have an AWESOME DAD to boot!
Im one of the "FEW" guys here on TGS! I also spoil my girls when possible!

 

[MsScamp]

Emma that is wonderful, and congratulations! I hope you a Misti have a wonderful time making very special memories together. It's good to see you posting again!

 

[olbossy]

Congratulations! I'm so happy and excited for you!!!! She's a lovely mare!

 

[keeponfarming]

Congratulations!! Have some of the photos you posted, framed and hung on a wall!!

 

[Frosty]

very nice looking. I love horses but have decided even tho I have a farm now having horses would be to much for me. I use to ride all the time and miss it but its not for the old..

 

[Grainneismygoat]

congrats! :fireworks:

 

[Used2bmimi]

Ooooohhh what a lovely mare! You take care of that Dad of yours! They require many more hugs than they admit to! And then go out and enjoy your new beauty!

 

[AmyBoogie]

Congratulations! She's beautiful!

 

[NubianFan]

Oh wow, she is really beautiful! Congrats!