A Poetic ‘EQUINE-E-Book’ sharing the beauty and peace to be found at Clearview Stud: written by Jenny Palmer

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wThis E-Book shares the thoughts, writings and poems of Jenny Palmera Poet of Gisborne New Zealand.

© All photos and material is subject to copyright, and may not be used without the author’s permission in writing. 09/04/2013

Contact Jenny by email at:jenny@sheldrakevisualart.com

E-Book created by:www.SheldrakevisualART.com

ISBN: 978-0-473-24541-2

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Tania and I watched as the horses were fed in the shady afternoon nothing more had to be said between us, as the afternoon turned to evening this could only be called a little slice of heaven here on earth.

That was Clearview in my eyes…..

Oh what a wonderful day it had been for me, getting on a horse that morning for the first time in years, and now driving a farm bike, life couldn’t get any better than this.

As I stood and watched these amazing horses, I felt at peace, I saw the shadows start to deepen as the horses finally moved away after feeling they had, had enough of bucket feed, then start to graze on the lush green grass, these horse’s had it made in so many ways. If they only knew how blessed they truly were and what a special life they had, with these amazing women, Sheila and Tania.

Every day, at dawn, they would rise to tend their beautiful horses.

Clearview Stud sitting quite comfortably in the Whakatane country side, I will miss you...

Clearview Stud

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Love between Shelia and her horses is a special thing it’s her life.

Shelia seems to be able to tune into something extra ordinary in her horses.

When Shelia walks into the field to tend to her stallion Richie AKA (SEEK THE RICHIES) or Buck AKA (THE ULTIMATE DREAM) she has no fear in her.

Her courage flows like a river untouched she shows love and respect to her stallions for they are her family, her babies, and they have given the same love back to her as you can see from this photo.

I have seen it and felt it and am so lucky to have been a part of it.

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CourageCEE IMA HOT VERSION More stunning than any other horse you have seenI might even be the horse of your dreamsWe could go riding together as the sun begins to setAnd we are not finished yet, if that’s what you see, So much to do, walking into the ring just you and me

CEE IMA HOT VERSION Than anything out thereAs horse and rider we have so much to shareYou groom my coat till it shines as black can be Silver in the bridle making a memory

CEE IMA HOT VERSIONNobody has a horse like meI am one kind polished and refinedSo come on, come on And get the deal signed

CEE IMA HOT VERSION

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A horse under such amazing controlHe waits patiently for the signal, to begin, His round with just a touch from the riderHis ears, forward, listening, As he steps onto the wooden bridgeHis coat the color of the midnight sky, Makes him stand out from all the other horsesHow beautiful it is to see a horse and rider Working as a team like thisThese two in the ring don’t put a step wrongRider and champion are oneCheers go up as they take their turn and leave As winners

Dennis: AKA (CEE IMA HOT VERSION)

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When you were so tiny and small and a long legged foalYou only had one goal.Now as a beautiful stallion its our hearts you stoleWe watched you grow and make a standNow here you are gracing Denise’s landCarrying the perfection seen as the Quarter Horse BrandPrimo was the name given to you

On the day you came into sightPAWSITIVELY HOT CHOCOLATE was definitely rightLook at you now so powerful and strong as you make Your mark in the ringYou’re praises we singFrom the foal we remember running freeTo the Stallion we seeWow! - What an awesome memory.

Primo: AKA ( PAWSITIVELY HOT CHOCOLATE)

A horse under such amazing controlHe waits patiently for the signal, to begin, His round with just a touch from the riderHis ears, forward, listening, As he steps onto the wooden bridgeHis coat the color of the midnight sky, Makes him stand out from all the other horsesHow beautiful it is to see a horse and rider Working as a team like thisThese two in the ring don’t put a step wrongRider and champion are oneCheers go up as they take their turn and leave As winners

Dennis: AKA (CEE IMA HOT VERSION)

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You make us catch our breath as we see the muscles under your coat ripple.Ears alert to every sound happening around you.We stand in awe of you, motionless as you move toward usYour tail twitching from side to side, nervous of what is taking place

His beautiful colour makes Danny stand out, from every other horse.As the sun hits his coat it changes from copper to goldHis mane of white blows lightly in the breezeHis head held high, it is like he is saying: “well here am I, my name is Danny”.

You can’t help but admire this young colt. He watches you in all his glory, he knows what’s in store for him.I can see what people are thinking, Wanting ownership of this beautiful young colt.

It is a wonderful dream, and all have the right to dream, don’t weAs Danny heads back to his paddock for the night, We see people head home, with a photo of the young colt Dancing his way into their dreams, tonight.

Danny

© Photo courtesy Kelly Ross

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He stands watch over his domain So fierce and yet so proud with his neck archedThe sun glistens off his coatWith his body toned to perfection as he moved toward the gate

Muscle’s ripple, like a well oiled machineHis nose scouts the air as his mares come into viewThis is his territory, and as he is in command Of all that is around him. - And he knows it!

When the deed is done - his mood changesFrom the fierce and proud creature to a gentler natureHe is and always will beTHE ULTIMATE DREAM

Buck: AKA (THE ULTIMATE DREAM)

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We see you stand with your ears forward on the reinGentleness I can see running through your veinsThat white strip on your noseAs for the camera, you love to poseI have never seen anything as beautiful as you

From your head to your tailWith you we never failFrom Australia to New Zealand you did sailSo now you walk the paddocks at ClearviewA lady is what they will see in you

WINDERADEEN TIGRESS

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Come on Look towards the cameraEars forward, I hear you sayPicture perfect in everywayYou can’t get better than thisCome on blow me a kissWINDERADEEN TIGRESSYou are truly blessedWhen I look in your brown eyesMy oh my how time flies

WINDERADEEN TIGRESS

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Come on Look towards the cameraEars forward, I hear you sayPicture perfect in everywayYou can’t get better than thisCome on blow me a kissWINDERADEEN TIGRESSYou are truly blessedWhen I look in your brown eyesMy oh my how time flies

WINDERADEEN TIGRESS Richie: AKA (SEEK THE RICHES)

He is the colour of coppery burning redHe walks into the ring and all eyes are on him And him alone with ears alertHe holds all the hallmarks of a champion sireHe stands out From all the other stallions in the ringGroomed till his coat shines With that amazing glowHe is loved by one and all in the crowdRitchie is in his element, the center of attentionIf only he could speak I am sure he would have an amazing story to tell

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DREAMFINDER you stood out from all other horses They paled in comparison when you came into view.To your owners you were a dream come trueNow, there’s a young colt running around That looks an awful lot like youDreams do come true, so they sayThis colt was born with a blanket of white and the colour of dark bayIt certainly made my friend’s very special day

All her horses are a special findBut JUSTA LADY’S DREAM Is going to stand out in everyone’s mindThere will never be another DREAMFINDER that’s for sureBut through the bloodlines, that are here on my friends farm, I can see that there is a special gift, here, now, running aroundWhat a beautiful findJUSTA LADY’S DREAM is definitely one of a kind

DREAMFINDER

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Are you dreaming of owning a horse of quality one day?Do you want a horse to ride in shows that will stand out from the crowd?Maybe you want something, that will do you proudOr it could be, you want a friend that calls out to you from the paddock.

When you look into those eyes, your lifetime together will be sealedWell look no further I can show you where to goThe sign says it all - take the courage and goHorses of quality, good temperament, gentle, lovely to ride, color like you wouldn’t believe

You feel like you’ve been given the keys to a candy store, you won’t want to leaveMares with foals at their feet, some with blankets, some withoutTo a person who loves horses, that’s what life is all aboutAll you have to do, is walk in their door, then you will see, horses galore

CEE IMA HOT VERSION beautiful, Black, and sleek,SEEK THE RICHES as Red as can beOr maybe it’s THE ULTIMATE DREAM anyone of them would do meCLEARVIEW STUD, is the place to be

The Sign says it all...

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You used to be such a gangly long legged foalWe all saw the potential deep down in your soulYou use to stand at your mothers sideAs round the field you would literally glideFrom a beautiful dark Bay on your body and faceWe see you now, taking your rightful place

Standing in the show ring Now you’re giving, someone else so much prideAnd when you have, daughters and sonsWe can look at you, to see what they will becomeFrom the foal we had seenHere you are, a breeders dream

You used to be

* These horses were bred with patience, love, and respect * They are horses of quality through and through* THE ULTIMATE DREAM, CEE IMA HOT VERSION and SEEK THE RICHES * These horses, as you can see are toned to perfection* They are groomed till there coats shine like the stars above* They win at the shows where ever they go* You can’t ask for more than that having progeny like this grazing at your front door - WOW

If you or anyone out there has foals on your property from these stallions you are very lucky indeed.

The Clearview Stud is their home - these stallions always bring the rib-bons back to the stud farm as they celebrate with a roll in the dirt and the hay.

They make Sheila’s life worthwhile in a very special way.Well they would definitely make anyone’s day stunning, awesome, out of this world is only a few words, WOW is all I can say!

Clearview Stud

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Clearview’s Jade, (Rules Zipped in Chocolate) is star of the stud. She has won National Supreme Halter Horse four times. She created a record within the Appaloosa Nationals in New Zealand. Photo taken here with Vikki Madgwick after her first win.

Jade: AKA (RULES ZIPPED IN CHOCOLATE)

Tania & Tigger: AKA (CV DREAMIN OF A DREAM)

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Tania, Shane Massingham (judge), Vikki Madgwick and Exclusivelee winning National Supreme Champion at the 2011 Appaloosa Nationals.

Tania & Tigger: AKA (CV DREAMIN OF A DREAM) EXCLUSIVELEE

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Clearview Stud

Contact: Shelia Dandy305 Hallett RoadRD2 WhakataneNew Zealand. 3192

Phone: +64 (07) 322 8222Email: Clearview.stud@xtra.co.nzWeb: www.clearviewstud.co.nz

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This E-BOOK was designed and compiled for Jenny Palmer by: www.SheldrakevisualART.com

Author: Jenny PalmerHas always had a love for Appaloosa and Quarter horses, and it was the love of this unique equine breed that introduced her to Sheila & Tania Dandy of Clearview Stud.

Jenny is also a Stroke survivor from 2004. Since then writing, poetry and novels has become another passion for her.

This Equine-E-Book is an extension of her two passions, writing and horses.

The opportunity to combine poetry and horses is a dream come true for her as she writes of her friendship with Sheila and Tania and their joint love for Appaloosa and Quarter horses.

ISBN: 978-0-473-24541-2

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