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| Beaute' and Me - early years! |
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| Beau was the kindest ever |
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| Beau w one of his little friends! |
Hello Ms. Yancey,
My name is Heather Smith Bulba and I knew you many years ago. You made a
huge impact on my life. I was so thrilled to come across your name on the
internet as I was searching for a picture of Beaute to show my daughter.
You were kind enough to take me under your wing back around 1978. My
family had just moved to Southlake and I was friendless and a miserable teen. I
had a huge passion for horses and wanted to learn everything about them. I
boldly walked up to your place one day and asked if you would give me horseback
riding lessons. I was thrilled that you agreed and I proceeded to come down to
your place as often as I could! I have fond memories of watching the foals
frolic while I had the privilege of riding Beaute on the lunge line. He was and
still is the most gentlest and beautiful horse I have ever known. I also made
Helena's acquaintance -- she threw me one day. I don't know who it scared more
-- you or me. I always felt so bad for you when that happened and so glad we
both survived! :)
I still have the horse figurines that you and your parents gave me and I recall the memories at your beautiful place in the woods often. I tell my daughter stories about my time spent with you, the horses, Thaddeus, Echo and Pinky Lee.
I read about Yancey Farms on line. It looks like you are still hard at
what you love best.
I wanted to thank you for making a difference in my life.
Warmest regards,
Heather
