Horse and Carriage Sleigh Ride

Sleigh bells and thunder snow

You trotted in a snow storm where 

thunder and lightening appeared... 

A horse named Thunder Snow 

who rode in a Kentucky Derby... 

You gave me the ride of a lifetime... 

sashaying around a winter wonderland... 

Bred in Ireland and owned by Royals in Dubai, 

you are destined to be a Winner after all.  

Wishing you all a Currier and Ives Christmas... 

       

Reviews

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As an Equine Scientist and thoroughbred lover, this poem is right on cue for me, Pat.

I am well versed in the exploits of Thunder Snow. He is a fine galloper. Any horse that can win the Dubai World Cup by nearly six panels is a very good athlete. His Kentucky Derby effort was out of character. From my experience it seemed possible that when the horse jumped, the saddle slipped slightly backwards towards the rump. Such an occurrence usually always results in the horse buckjumping. That aside, the only other thing i noticed was that there were shadows of the grandstand towers across the track and quite often flighty types can get spooked by these. Either way, his performances since that day have marked him down as a quality animal. There will be no more Kentucky Derby for him though. The race is restricted to three year olds, and as such, a horse only gets one chance at the glory. Perhaps he will return to defend his World Cup crown in March.

I enjoyed this poem immensely. It touches on one of my prominent areas of expertise and your addition of the Xmas theme to it is very imaginative.

A wonderfully inventive poem. Very different and much appreciated by this Equine aficionado.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Doodley... “defend the World Cup in March” would be exquisite. We appreciate so much your knowledge as an equine
scientist and thoroughbred lover. Thanks
for your affectionate review. May your Christmas be bright and sleigh bells ring softly. truly, Pat

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Always welcome. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[An owl on the moon]

How I love the glimpses of past joys mingled with the sweet light of today. This sleighing song has always been one of my favorites, as were the images of Currier and Ives... and this wonderland world of words seems like an awakening dream.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear 🦉... I can imagine the sound of sleigh 🛷 bells when I read your review...
singing Jingle Bells in a one horse open Sleigh... or perhaps going to Grandma’s house for a slice of apple pie with ice cream. Thanks for stopping by and Happy New Year 2019. truly, Pat

[emmajoy]

Probably due to the incidental mentions of what, where and so forth: your horse - Thunder Snow, unknown to me (tho will research) reads to be such a special creature.. perhaps exhaling magic from flaring nostrils, nervously waiting for the of. Did he really run in a snow storm, only to melt the hearts of everyone who saw him? So well laid as a Christmas card, Patricia. Yet more 2019 happies riding across distance to you and your darlings xx

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Emma... it is really an honor and charming for you to read my poem about Thunder Snow. It is a fact that Thunder Storm is a Race Horse owned by an Elite family in Dubai. If you read Doidley’s review above you will know that Thunder Snow won the Dubai World Cup by nearly six panels... as Doodley is very well versed in the Subject. My poem is entirely from my Muse and did not actually pull my Sleigh... however it is a beautiful Fantasy. Em, you are a sweet heart to be so generous with your time. We love you so much. truly, Pat

[emmajoy]

We should learn a little something new every day and - reading your poem about Thunder Snow was yet another lesson learned. Now, all i have to do is research a little more and then.. try to remember it all!!! Many thanks for your sweet words. Stay happy, warm and well, please. (Patricia)

[Desert Knave]

Such pretty imagery. I have long wanted to go on a sleigh ride and this just reaffirms that I need to. A very enjoyable read. ~Jim

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Jim... if you do not have a dream, you cannot have a “dream come true”. Thanks for stopping by to fantasize what a ride would be like in a 🛷 with Thunder Snow ❄️ leading the way. A romantic adventure for the faint of heart... truly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

I don't know how I missed this one Pat, but better late than never. Horses are superb creatures, I love to watch them race. You paint with your words a most beautiful scene and Thunder Snow had quite a history. Too late for Christmas greetings, but not for New Year. Hope yours is happy and peaceful. All good wishes

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris... so lovely to read your review about Thunder Snow. I actually saw and heard thunder snow for the first time about six years ago here in Fredericksburg where we live. We were driving by the Rappahannock River... the snow was falling softly and I heard thunder. It was awesome. Recently I looked up Thunder Snow in Google and discovered there is a Race Horse named Thunder Snow. I love
Blending the two facts in a poem for the Seasin. May your New Year be blessed with sweet discoveries. truly, Pat

[B. Boileau]

Visons of a once proud champion sashaying across a snowy landscape, the slieghbells chiming with the rythem of his trot. It is indeed a Christmas moment of memories made !
Happy New Year Pat !

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Bill... you have given me a gentle review that has touched my heart. I adore horses and it is my pleasure to shine the light on all the Joy and devotion they have given us through the years. It is a two-way street. We need to show our love and respect also. May you enjoy the New Year.
truly, Pat

[Dara]

What a lovely, nostalgic write for the season. It brings to mind of a Christmas card or even painting. Wonderful choice of words and tribute to a beautiful thoroughbred. Hope your Christmas and New Year were "Currier and Ives" to perfection.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Dara... you Avatar is so beautiful...
I appreciate your review... A horse and carriage is very nostalgic, especially at Christmas. Wishing you and yours a healthy happy Bew Year 2019. truly, Pat

[Gee]

Merry Xmas Patricia. Hope you have a great day.
Enjoyed reading you whilst waiting on my family to rise from their beds :))

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Gee... I am up early Christmas Day and waiting for my family to ruse also. It is a great gift to know you enjoyed the poem about the 🛷 sleigh ride with Thunder Snow ❄️ pulling the sleigh... if only in my wistful imagination. Have a blessed Christmas ... truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

Reminds me of a scene from a Christmas card! Nice flow of words and great imagery. I liked it. Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lydia... the nostalgic memories of a horse and sleigh always come to mind when snow flakes fall and silver bells chime. Thanks for stopping by... fondly, Pat

[NotUsinganymore]

This was a great poem. It flowed very well and it was descriptive. I liked it very much!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear JungLee... lovely to share my vintage poem of a Sleigh 🛷Ride with you. May your days be Merry and full of wishes come true.... when you are “blue”. Pat

[andrew mitchell]

I'm not a horse lover but this is a beautiful poem none the less.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Andrew... I appreciate your stopping by during this season of nostalgic memories. A horse and sleigh and snow flakes falling always makes me sigh. Fondly, Pat