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The Things That Time Steals
If you are lucky, once in your life you will have a once-in-a-lifetime horse. Just be aware that with that blessing comes a monumental responsibility—knowing when to say when on their career.
PUBLISHED
April 8, 2013
9:07 am
WORDS BY
Blogger Kristin Carpenter
When a horse jumps with the enthusiasm and joy that Trance does, it's hard for Kristin Carpenter to ponder retirement. Photo by Shannon Brinkman
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February 13, 2017
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