A horse is good for riding, feeding Jolly Ranchers to, stealing the rake that you left on the ground, neighing when you’re late to feed.

A horse is good for warmth on a cold day, burying your hands in his mane, galloping wildly down a road, racing a helicopter.

A horse is good for playing in water, stalking campers, cowboys and indians, sharing an apple with, and packing out elk.

A horse is good for listening, singing your favorite songs to, jumping over logs, ditches and streams, rolling in the dirt after a long ride.

A horse is good for kicking the horse who is following too close, biting the horse in front that is going too slow, lying in a meadow with while he grazes, checking your pockets for a hidden peanut, and…

finding the way home when you are lost.