Five Years Ago

Five years ago on the Friday before Memorial Weekend we took in our first rescue. It's hard to believe that it was five years ago. It seems just like yesterday we were loading up an unhandled yearling stud. I didn't know what I was getting myself in to at the time. Of course, I assumed a little bit too much, thinking that the horse was at the very least halter broke. Lucky for me, that little unhandled yearling stud was Chaos. I remember the experience cleary and the sheer panic because I didn't know what to do with an unhandled horse.

I've learned so much in the past five years. We've had so many come through our doors. We've had a few pass away but did so peacefully and surrounded by loved ones. I can tell you stories about each horse that has come to Borderlands but I'll save that day long conversation for another time.

As a child, I knew there was a need for horse rescues. Now as an adult, I can only hope that some day there won't be a need for rescues or sanctuaries. I have been truley blessed with the horses and people I have met along the way. I've met some really good horse owners who wanted to do right by their horses. I've also seen uncaring owners who treated their horses no better than garbage.

I vow to do my best at caring for each individual based on their requirements and needs. It's hard to believe that five years ago Borderlands was formed. It's been a whirlwind experience and I look forward to the years ahead.