22 November 2005.  Del Monica arrives safely at home after a 3000km journey from Bloemfontein, South Africa...

"Who are you? And what do you want?"  Those were the words I kept hearing just after Monica arrived...

"Ok, I'll come have a look at you..."

After a few rides and various vet checks, it turns out Monica has 6 vertebraes out of alignment.  We travel to Windhoek and consult with an Equine Chiropractor, who is able to help.  Vanessa Jacobs, also from Windhoek gives treatments with an electric blanket and for the first time in months, Monica is able to lie down to roll and sleep.  We're on our way to healing and forging a bond, which will last a lifetime...

A bond is forming.
Slowly but surely Monica realises she can trust me...

Attending our first, small and informal show in Windhoek.....

The first, informal show in Windhoek.  Considering what we had been through, I was very impressed with our progress...

A perfect ride, no wind, your horses and child, what more could a mother want??

After a ride through the dunes, there was nothing better than to go play in the Atlantic...

In transit to another show...

Yes, just checking that every hair is in it's place...

Look at me, competing for Champion Mare...

Class over ... And if that is not the smile of a proud winner !

... let them trot...

... slowgait your horses...

... sit back, relax and let them rack...

Lining up after our very last competitive ride together...

Collecting our well deserved 2nd place...

Thank you my beloved friend...
From hereon you are to enjoy life in a herd and become a mommy...