We've just confirmed Honi's first served mare in foal! When I think of how many horse generations of breeding it took to accomplish this color DNA , and the fact that God handed this blessing over to us in just a matter of one decision made in faith and believing, I am humbled! All the work was done by others , years before us, and we benefitted from their vision. I often wonder why on earth we do this! So much work, money and I have to admit, anxiety at the times I forget to pray! But this passion was put in us for a reason, even if we can't see it, just like the work put into producing Honi, years ahead of him reaching us. I rest knowing that these horse will somehow, someday , maybe far in the future bring Glory to God. I am filled with gratitude again today as another new foal is frolicking in the paddock this morning. Another safe delivery for the mare, and health for the foal, all as I slept peacefully. I offer my praise!
Honi's a man now!
To those of you who don't know us, several years ago Steve and I trekked some 800 miles to Maryland to take possession of a new direction. There, we picked up a gentleman of a horse named, Pleasant Run Crèam Man, and his bride , Velvet Moon Frost. Velvet was heavy in foal and we had faith that she would produce us a Perlino stud colt with EE, the double black gene. We knew it was a possibility, since both parents carried one black gene. Of course we knew the foal would have two Agouti genes because both parents did. Our prayers were answered when Honi arrived on April 15, 2012. However, our celebration wasn't complete until on 5/10/12, when Honi's DNA results arrived declaring him AACrCrEE!!! After breeding horses for over 15 years, with no control of what color they would be, we now had a solution. Honi has the DNA to produce 100% buckskin color out of all red, black and bay mares! I found it fitting to begin my blog today as Honi serviced his first mare this morning, and acted the gentleman as we know his father has been. The Lord willing, so begins our new direction, promising supreme buckskin walkers! Great horse don't just happen. We have been blessed with the years of experience and the mares to deliver this promise and will strive to be a trusted breeder that you can bank on. We are looking forward to many years of making lots of pretty horses, but most importantly lots of great new friends.