26/05/2026
Boys tend not to fall in love with ponies as easily as girls. And there are days when I wonder why I do it for my two sons.
But when you watch your just 7 year old canter up a hill, all on his own, shrieking with delight. You know the work was worth it.
Ponies are magic, giving little people the thrill and autonomy, and therefore confidence is priceless.
Maybe he’ll give up in a year,
Maybe he’ll ride for the rest of his life. I don’t mind, as long as he has experienced what he did today, I’m happy.