I’ve found my perfect horse (after a horrible few years), and I'm terrified! HELP!!

[Merry neddy man]

No one has said no yet, I'm another definitely in the yes camp. One life, you've done well, now live it.

 

[catembi]

I have had my new girl for a week & also had the strongest OMG WTF have I done...???!!!!!! moment, especially buying unseen from Ireland! Everyone has these wobbles, & if we didn't think, eff it, I'm going to do it anyway, none of us would ever do anything! Take the plunge & crack on. I am sooooo happy that I did!

 

[Nari]

I think most people worry if they're doing the right thing, it's a big decision and commitment. He does genuinely sound like a type hard to find though, and he'll give you and your daughter far more pleasure than a couple of nice holidays. You'll make new friends and she'll be away from computer screens! As for he cost, well I'd be more worried if you were saying he had a four figure price because in today's market that would be cheap enough I'd be looking for the problem.

Like others have said, get a vetting booked asap!

 

[Foxford]

I've come to the conclusion that there's nothing much "sensible" about buying a horse. This panicked feeling we get is a rational response to blowing a lot of money on a horse. Especially those of us fortunate to have purchased previous horses, while prices were a lot lower! Go with it and accept your heart is ok to rule your head sometimes. Wishing you joy and wonderful adventures!

 

[Yeomans]

Go for it, you have had a bad few years and you deserve it, life is too short.




























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[Trouper]

Apart from anything else a horse will surely keep you fit - can't say that about a car which would probably cost more - so what better way to spend your retirement money. Think of it as physiotherapy, gym membership, counselling etc all rolled into one beautiful creature!!

 

[babymare]

I’m another saying buy buy buy and enjoy. He sounds lovely. X

 

[Lucky Snowball]

After what you’ve been through you deserve happiness. If he passes the vet then buy and enjoy yourself.

 

[grhands]

Apart from anything else a horse will surely keep you fit - can't say that about a car which would probably cost more - so what better way to spend your retirement money. Think of it as physiotherapy, gym membership, counselling etc all rolled into one beautiful creature!!

This is such a huge motivator. I have Addisons disease and get muscle weakness from the steroids I have to take. Keeping fit and active is a massive bonus!!

Thank-you xx

 

[grhands]

Thanks everyone. He’s having his vetting as we speak so fingers crossed.

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

Oooh exciting OP! Hope it all goes well

 

[CobsaGooden]

Good luck on the vetting!

 

[Annagain]

I get your anxiety. I was in a similar position horsewise and that was hard enough for me, without the huge added health issues you've had so I'm in awe of you for getting up and having another go. My horse retired (he's still with me aged 30), then I bought a lovely 6 year old but we just didn't click. Our relationship went downhill pretty quickly but I battled on for 18 months before I sold him. In that time my confidence was shot. I then found Wiggy. I thought he was perfect but I was really questioning my judgement as I also thought Charlie was perfect. I had to make a decision really quickly as there were people lined up to see him the next day and the thought I might lose him was really upsetting so I went for it. Soon after buying him I slipped a disc and couldn't ride for nearly a year. I finally improved enough to ride again last October. I've been taking it slowly to rebuild my strength and confidence but I'm finally doing the things I wanted to do when I bought him. Please read my last few threads to see how much I adore him and how much fun I'm having.

Good luck with the vetting!

 

[nagblagger]

Thanks everyone. He’s having his vetting as we speak so fingers crossed.

Any news??