[series guy]

I just came across this photo from September 1969. I took a picture of this old Polaroid photo with my iPhone and can't believe how good it came out. Anyway me and my trusty steed Rebel. I still have my saddle and spurs.

 

[Brassmonkey]

Nice memories. Been six months since my buddy left us and his saddle is still in the sun room. Great picture. Where was it taken? That's an open horizon.

 

[jonesy814]

Where is your 6 gun?

 

[series guy]

That photo was taken at the end of our street in Western Pennsylvania. It is pretty close to the highest point in our county. Back then I actually carried a pump .22 in a saddle scabbard on the left side. I could shoot the .22 from the saddle without issue.

 

[WendyZXZ]

Great looking old picture and a fine looking horse!

 

[scoutingranch]

I recently told a friend I had been reflecting on my life. Thinking of things 50 60 years ago but failed to understand why. They stated there is more to look back on than what's left.

 

[ETF]

"I still have my saddle and spurs." .

If your butt still fits in that saddle, you have aged better than most of us. 😁

 

[mrerick]

Those relationships and memories are very precious. A love for animals prepares you for a successful later life.

Wonderful photo and what a great horse! You lived a very fine youth...

Now, about fitting into that saddle... ?

 

[series guy]

I’m sure it wouldn’t fit quite the same but it would fit. I actually did about 80% of my riding with a McClellan saddle. Hard as a board but very comfortable at that age and easy on the horse. I still have that too.

 

[scoutingranch]

Those relationships and memories are very precious. A love for animals prepares you for a successful later life.

Very true. This, is exactly why I'm not concerned about the next big adventure. For those that don't have that animal connection, you are missing out.