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.

[S.zaynab.kamoonpury]

A horse instead of reindeers eh. Wow now that is one super cool fantastic poem . Wow owned by royals eh .. Thumbs up and merry Xmas in advance.

Soo nice to read from your inking again, pleez do comment/add your thoughts/ review my newest poem too. I like saying hi to poets and poetry.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Zaynab... how delightful to read your review. Here in the USA Santa does ride in a Sleigh pulled by Reindeer with names Prancer and Dancer, Comet and Cupid and so forth. However before we had Cars like the Model T Ford, everyone rode in a Skeigh pulled by a Horse or two. We kept our horses in a Barn. Now we dream of riding in a one horse open Sleigh on Christmas Eve. So being pulled by a Race Horse like Thunder Snow would be very exciting. Merry Christmas, Pat

[Hasan669]

A very warm tribute given to a horse, and with vivid images such as 'snow storm' and 'Kentucky Derby'. One can sense that there is a deep love for this horse named 'Thunder Snow', and the readers can picture in their mind a horse galloping through snow in winter.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Hassan... it would be a thrill to have Thunder Snow drive my Sleigh on Christmas Eve. We just had a lot of Snow here in Virginia, USA. It is beautiful the way large snow flakes fall softly until every branch is covered with snow and Cardinals and Blue Jays are looking for Seed. Our bird feeders are full of sunflower seeds, so we had quite a Show at our Windows. May your days be full of Spirit and friends at your door. truly, Pat

[Lanny]

I enjoyed your use of comparison and contrast generated by the distribution of the world's wealth for the owners of that magnificent horse. In addition, the contrast of that power and wealth setting with the simple pleasure of having an enjoyable moment in the snow worked like a time machine travelling back to what will always will be simple and enjoyable. Indeed, the name of the horse is an exercise in contrast as well, nicely done.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lanny... thank you for your priceless review. I would prefer to have a horse and sleigh 🛷 and live in a simpler time. truly, Pat

[Lanny]

You are most welcome, and I do understand your sentiments.
All the best,
Lanny

[Neville]

thoroughly enjoyed from the start to the finish line... oh'and Doodley's comments did help me keep my seat in the saddle.... N x

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Neville ... how quaint to converse with you... always keep me in the edge of my seat... to enjoy the poem from “start to finish”. Yes, Doodley saved the day for me by adding just the right Flavor to my entire vintage poem. I travel in the Company of lovers of many facets of divine guidance. Welcome to the Dance. As ever, Pat

[Neville]

feels like my feet have just gained a mind of their own and it can't possibly be akathesia, so it must be the magic you just sent me x

[Patricia Wedel]

Reminds me of the flower “Freesia”...
Can’t wait for the Spring 💃 dance...
Magic is the ambrosia of life... x

[Neville]

I love freesia's too x

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Neville... it snowed all afternoon today Sunday. Large snowflakes covered all the branches and roof tops. Cardinals and Blue Jays had a hearty meal at our Feeders filled with sunflower seeds and other seeds too. Our Christmas tree is up with lights and Spirits are full of Joy and Love. Wishing you a Season of Holly trees and a gentle breeze. truly, Pat

[Neville]

wow.. now that sounds wonderful.. and sentiment well and truly reciprocated my friend N xx

[Fran Marie]

A delightful sleigh ride with
Thunder Snow. Beautiful imagery within.your lovely
verse..taking the reader there
to experience a joyful winter wonderland..nice work Pat..

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fran... lovely to know you enjoyed the ride in a one horse open Sleigh by Thunder Snow. May you have the Merriest of Holidays. Fondly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

I did enjoy and a very merry Christmas to you Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

wishing it right back to ya Pat!! wonderful, dangerous ride you give us steeped in image and heritage .. in so few lines..well done says i! well done!
E.
ps. had to look up Currier and Ives ... so thank you for my something new learned every day .. i can mark that off me check list ;)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear E... lovely that you felt the sleigh ride was dangerous... slippery trails led by a would-be Race Horse. There is a famous Christmas Song that mentions a Currier and Ives Christmas... famous for their beautiful scenic Christmas Cards. May your Ozark Christmas be as charming as your review.
Merry Christmas... Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks Pat ..love and peace always!

[Ana Papaya]

A festive little write to get us in the spirit :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Ana... I love that you enjoyed my Festive write about a Sleigh Ride in the snow by a Kentucky Derby would be Race Horse... a very playful poem that embraces the Season. Thank you and Bless you. Merry Christmas... Pat

[Ana Papaya]

Best to you Patricia :)

[barleygirl]

Being too wimpy to tolerate snowy climates, I rarely think about a sleigh ride as a topic of a Christmas poem. That's why it's so fun to share your viewpoint, full of lively imagery & sensory delights. I most prefer originality in a poem, so I also give you big kudos for taking us on an unexpected ride to find out about the ancestry of your horse! Of course! Why not give your animal friend top billing & show us more about him? As an animal lover, I totally relate to your focus! *wink! wink!* Hope your holidays are starting out merry & bright! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Patricia Wedel]

Dear Margie... I will follow up on Thunder Snow. The next Kentucky Derby will be in May 2019... next year. This is very exciting. I love Horses and rode a quarter horse once. It was not as easy as Snow ⛷ skiing. Now I stick to poetry as a life-line.
Thank you for being taken with the antics of a real independent horse in training for even bigger things. Merry Christmas and enjoy the hot toddy by the Yule Log. I am staying up to see each of Santa’s Reindeer.
Hugs, and Merry 🎄 Christmas, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Margie... our poet Doodley has commented on my poem Sleigh Ride and left valuable facts about the Race Horse Thunder Snow. You may want to read the review by Doodley. Also, my favorite Christmas Song is “The Holly and the Ivy”.
... the running of the deer ... and so forth.
Hugs and best wishes for the Season... Pat

[barleygirl]

Thanks so much for your heads-up on Doodley's review . . . WELL WORTH THE READ FOR EVERYONE!!!! Great stuff! It's so cool to inspire people to share like that!

[Patricia Wedel]

And we learned that Doodley is Cool with a background in Equine science... We
Learn so much by sharing poetry. Be naughty and nice this season. fondly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

You have quite the hope and imagination. I do hope so too. Those royals in Dubai love horse racing indeed. Enjoyed this different poem from you.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sami... you are a good sport... and a gentleman. Poetry is unpredictable... but as essential as believing that luck is possible. May Silver Bells ring and Angels sing. truly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true. You do the same . You are welcome.