Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Over the years with Baasha

I wanted to participate in Literary Horse's Falling in Love with our Horses theme, but you've already heard my story, so I'll just post pictures that cover some of the 22 years.

Baasha al-Sherif is my first and only horse. I have had him longer than I have not had him, and I cannot imagine living life without him.

I love him more than any earthly thing.





























































23 comments:

EvenSong said...

Twenty-two years! I had no idea! Beautiful series of photos.
I know the history of you and Baasha going to Germany, and that you used to compete over here in the PNW, but, no, I DON"T know about how the two of you found each other, and how you fell in love...

Achieve1dream said...

Awww gorgeous photos. He's such a beautiful boy. I didn't know you'd had him for twenty two years. That's awesome. I wish I hadn't given up my childhood Appy pony because this year would have been sixteen years together (she's 21), but I had no choice at the time. I miss her. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

Fabulous series of photos - thanks for sharing them with us!

Judi said...

The pictures do say it all.

I have had my horse, Cruiser, for 21 years, and there is no way to describe such a relationship. I know what you are talking about. He is part of me.

AareneX said...

Such a good boy. You've had plenty of good times together, that's for sure!

(and also that time with the bridge, ack)

Melissa-ParadigmFarms said...

Wonderful, beautiful pictures. I really enjoyed seeing you and Baasha through the years. Fabulous post!

Funder said...

You two are so beautiful together.

Crystal said...

Wow looking through those photos there is no doubt you love him!!

Autumn Mist said...

Stunning pictures, I didn't realise you'd had him so long, no wonder you couldn't bear to part with him when you moved.

Reddunappy said...

A wonderful tribute to you and Baasha, Lytha.

Nuzzling Muzzles said...

Beautiful pictures!

Dom said...

Great photos. I got a big smile out of this. I love how dark he was as a youngster. <3

cdncowgirl said...

I knew that you'd had him 20some years but I haven't heard the "how we met" story. At least not that I can remember.
I loved seeing the pics of you two through the years BUT you forgot to include a pic from his plane ride!! :)

I've had my Cessa half my life, 18 years, and roughly 2/3 of hers (she's 30)

Rising Rainbow said...

Baasha and the Space Needle, now that got my attention. How did you get him anywhere near there??

These pics definitely reflect how much you love your horse. That's pretty cool.

Laughing Orca Ranch said...

Such a beautiful series of photos showcasing a lifetime of very special memories together.

Do you ever miss riding your handsome boy? Or do you still sometimes just sit up there on his back and wrap your arms around his neck? :)

~Lisa

Leah Fry said...

It's so wonderful that you have such a wonderful history together. Great pix.

The Equestrian Vagabond said...

lovely!
and great pictures.
did you take him up the Space Needle?
: )
- The Equestrian Vagabond

Unknown said...

What a journey. Just lovely.

Chelsi said...

what a lovely horse you have there! Thanks for sharing. You are blessed:)

Lori Skoog said...

You can see the love and bond in these photos. Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Lytha! That pic of you and Baasha by the Space Needle is priceless!

You seem to have so many wonderful memories! Thanks for sharing them in photo!

photogchic said...

Touching story...I wish everyone had those type of partnerships for life.

Fantastyk Voyager said...

Wow, what a great post! Baasha is a lovely horse. I especially like the photos with the dog, and the close up of you kissing him, and oh so many others!! You have had a truly wonderful journey together, haven't you?