HORSE(S) OF THE MONTH
The day I asked for my first riding lesson was the day my parents learned
that money does buy happiness. After I started riding, my parents soon joined
in. We found it a great way to spend quality family time. We all soon developed
a close friendship with Sam and Vicki. Soon we were attending dinners and
sipping wine together. Now we have found a permanent home at Painted M ranch.
Within the time period of watching the barn grow, we have had 4 horses in
and out of Painted M. We currently house our black Morgan, Sidney, and our
chestnut Morgan, Image at the ranch. Image is most recognizable for his
orange appearance and has become a popular addition to the lesson program.
Sidney is our "not so much a show horse, but they keep trying"
horse that can be seen running thru the back pasture. Though running around
step stools and roping the stool is not really a sport, my dad and I seem
to enjoy it.
We also own a show horse that moved from Painted M to Columbia, Mo. Though
he hasn’t told me recently I'm sure he misses his luxury stall and
extra feeding times of the day! Our last horse Chida recently retired to
the vacation spot of St. Joseph, Mo., though she hasn’t written since
her vacation started.
Through all the hassle and bustle of owning these wonderful horses, my parents
and I have found great happiness not only with just our horses but also
at Painted M ranch riding with our friends. So the next time someone tells
you that money doesn’t buy happiness, you should consider my father,
who believes that every time he writes that board check a smile appears
on my face.
The Medved clan very much enjoys our time at the ranch, Our horses are well
cared for and very happy! So if you are walking around the barn with an
extra treat in your hand, Image would love to visit with you!
Chelsi, David and Michele Medved
