a necessary evil. I think most of us can relate to this… 😉 Horses are such an integral part of our lives that their inexorable connection to our moods isn’t particularly shocking. A bad ride can cause a ridiculous amount of rumination while a good one just reaffirms that all the crazy, expensive, work-laden things horses bring are all 110% worth it. 🙂 This seems especially true for those of us who compete, which adds even more layers to the entire relationship.