We made it….
Seriously. No joke. For real. Holy cow, we finished what we started, did what we said we’d do.
California to Colorado… one woman and a couple courageous horses, a lot of angels, and one loving husband who not only let me, he helped me.
A hundred and nine days, a thousand something miles, and one helluva wild ride across the Wild West. Finding the way, my own way, a little bit outlaw and outside the dotted lines, and fueled with a lotta trust, faith and openness. A whole lotta riding, a little bit of walking, and the new found skill of hitchhiking with horses from time to time… camping, couch surfing and roughing it more than I ever wanted to. Then all of a sudden, damn… it’s done.
To those who knew I’d do it even when I had my doubts…. thank you. With the fullness of this very full heart. To those who thought I couldn’t, wished I wouldn’t, felt I shouldn’t… well, I guess I gotta thank you too. Sometimes proving people wrong can be a powerful motivator. I mean, you gotta have a little grit to even start a journey like this. And you gotta have a lot to finish. Grit and grace and gentleness. The last two may not be me. But damn sure are my horses.
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Wow wow wow!!! You did it❤️ What an adventure, This took a lot of guts…. So fun to follow you along the way!!! Does this mean you’re going to stop posting now? I’ll miss you! Thank you for your stories! Rest up and travel home safely…
Lisa, that is so sweet and I imagine I might feel empty and lonely not having this story to share. The connection and support have mattered so much to me. Thank you for being there with me. Truly and sincerely.
OMG. You did it!!!! Yes grit, determination, inner strength, physical strength and vision! So happy for you!!
Thank you so much… it’s still soaking in… I love you.
Well done, that’s a wonderful courageous achievement, now have a lovely rest, you and your splendid horses. Thank you for beautiful honest words along the way.
Hallalooya (or however you spell that) I can’t Wait to talk about it all with you. COME HOME NOW!
Us
Two weeks on Colorado to hand with Forrest and let the horses risk free on our land, then home to you guys, and I can’t wait. Miss and love you so much!
Never doubted you for a second! And so so happy for you! My heart is overflowing with gratitude that I know you! For what you’ve accomplished and I can’t even begin to let you know how much I admire your strength, endurance and GRIT. You are my Rock Star….Big Hug…even bigger when I see you.
Oh you have been an angel encouraging and reminding me I can all along… never sure why you believed I could, but I am so damn pleased I did not fail you. I love you and your family so dang much!
OMG! When I met you at Lost Creek in May, I knew that you had the drive and determination to make good on your goal to complete your ‘long, quiet ride’ to Colorado. I hope we can meet up when you come back to California. You have my email. Here is my address: 1922 Wineberry Path, Redding, CA. 96003. My phone is: 530-223-4923. And I will be at your book signing. P. S. So very happy that our paths crossed at the beginning of your incredible journey. Smokey and Janet.
Oh Janet and Smokey, I was so happy to have met you and truly inspired by you and your love for being out there… thank you for keeping in touch, for being so encouraging all along the way, and please indeed, I look forward to keeping up with you and meeting again… soon!
Congratulations Gin!!!
The light is still on.
Marc & Judy
Congratulations Gin, You’ve proven every day that you are amazing and passionate about your journey. You’re a perfect example that if you set your mind to something, you can achieve anything. Well done!! We look forward to reading your book. Love and hugs to you and Bob. Jim & Lorena
So awesome Gin, looking forward to giving you a big hug tomorrow! Congrats to you and your awesome horses, and husband (Hi Bob)!
Look at that smile. I am so proud of you all . YA HOOO give those two that got you there in one peice a rest and a hug and a treat
They deserve it . So what’s the next adventure on your list? When are we going to see you back in California. Love ya and congratulations on you amazing adventure.