Why the Nokota Horse?
In anticipation of Paisley Noon's arrival, check out this video about the Nokota horse -
the inspiration behind the story.
I was once told that you can always research the details - write what's in your heart. And that's what I did with Paisley Noon. I did the research (so much to the point I now own three of this rare breed), but mostly I used how they move me, deep down, in places I never knew existed in my soul.
Their story is heart-breaking and uplifting all at once. Learning about how this special breed chooses its person, not the other way around, felt like a magical mystery I had to explore. Once I delved into the Nokota world, I found more than just facts about a type of horse.
I found the people behind them.
That is where the true heart of the story lies - in the people and the love they have and the passion they act upon daily to preserve the future of this breed. They are selfless. They are genuine. They are humble. They are reflections of the Nokota horse itself.
Nice post.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. Your love of horses shines through your words. Enjoy the holidays.
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