Four Horse Island
Viewing comments for Chapter 8 "Horse Number Four"Marooned on an island with 4 horses and a goat
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Comment from Loren .
This is certainly intense. You have created a potential catastrophe for the horses and of course the goat. I am rooting for Ava to come to the rescue of this frightened creature. She is certainly doing a good job up to now. I think you have also showed the strong survival instincts of these horses and their equally strong herd instinct. Loren
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
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This is certainly intense. You have created a potential catastrophe for the horses and of course the goat. I am rooting for Ava to come to the rescue of this frightened creature. She is certainly doing a good job up to now. I think you have also showed the strong survival instincts of these horses and their equally strong herd instinct. Loren
Comment Written 09-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
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Hi Loren,
Thank you for the kind comments and for rooting for Ava. I appreciate you stopping by to review.
Debi
Comment from jmdg1954
Debi.
Sorry it took so long for me to read your post on horse #4. I've been busy with work.
You created nice tense moments on the transport of Hermes to the beach. Now all four are together.
Excellent post,
Cheers,
John
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Debi.
Sorry it took so long for me to read your post on horse #4. I've been busy with work.
You created nice tense moments on the transport of Hermes to the beach. Now all four are together.
Excellent post,
Cheers,
John
Comment Written 30-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Hi John,
Thank you for the delightful review. I hope work is treating you well.
I appreciate you stopping by. Have a great weekend.
Debi
Comment from Ric Myworld
You sure know how to make your story believable with your spot on horse mannerisms. You had me thinking back to a time when a shipper was running in place and snorting on a small plane, and that was under sedation. I could see that plane flying apart in pieces. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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You sure know how to make your story believable with your spot on horse mannerisms. You had me thinking back to a time when a shipper was running in place and snorting on a small plane, and that was under sedation. I could see that plane flying apart in pieces. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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HI Ric Myworld,
It's nice to have you recognize the mannerisms of the colt in this story. As for your comments, I can't imagine how nervous I would have been on a small plane with a horse acting up like that. It is amazing how some of them can override being sedated. It certainly keeps life interesting. Thanks for sharing.
Have a great week.
Debi
Comment from barbara.wilkey
We have all the horses rescued. Now, will they be really rescued from this place. I sure hope so. You are doing a great job writing this. I can't wait to read more. Thank you for sharing it with us.
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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We have all the horses rescued. Now, will they be really rescued from this place. I sure hope so. You are doing a great job writing this. I can't wait to read more. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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Hi Barbara Wilkey,
I appreciate the encouraging comments. I'm happy to hear you look forward to more.
Have a great week.
Debi
Comment from BethShelby
It is a relief that the horses are all down without and injury. I just curious as to what happened to all the people on the boat. I find it so interesing that the elevator still works but I wonder for how long the power would remain on. I'm looking forward to more.
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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It is a relief that the horses are all down without and injury. I just curious as to what happened to all the people on the boat. I find it so interesing that the elevator still works but I wonder for how long the power would remain on. I'm looking forward to more.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 28-Sep-2023
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Hi BethShelby,
Yes, it's good the horses are out. Just the goat to go. Your question about the people will be addressed after that. I appreciate your encouraging comments.
Have a great week.
Debi
Comment from Pam (respa)
Very nice artwork, Debi, and thanks for the notes. I enjoyed reading the chapter and how you incorporated mythology into it. Mythology was never my strong suit, but it worked well here for the names of the horses.
Your attention to detail is excellent. It's like you paint each scene and we can see it develop on the canvas. We can feel the nerves of Hermes in the elevator, and cringe with each bold leap he takes to get off the boat, wondering if he is going to break a leg. But Ava has a way with each of these beautiful creatures. The dressage imagery worked very well, as well as Ava's observation about whoever would be lucky enough to train Hermes.
I also like the scene with Apollo in the ocean catching the waves. I didn't know a horse would go that far into the water. Ava's plea at the end brings us back to this desolate place and what she was going to do with these animals. The last line is appropriate. It takes us to the last task Ava has with the animals, but I'm sure there is much more she is worried about.
Well done, my friend!
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Very nice artwork, Debi, and thanks for the notes. I enjoyed reading the chapter and how you incorporated mythology into it. Mythology was never my strong suit, but it worked well here for the names of the horses.
Your attention to detail is excellent. It's like you paint each scene and we can see it develop on the canvas. We can feel the nerves of Hermes in the elevator, and cringe with each bold leap he takes to get off the boat, wondering if he is going to break a leg. But Ava has a way with each of these beautiful creatures. The dressage imagery worked very well, as well as Ava's observation about whoever would be lucky enough to train Hermes.
I also like the scene with Apollo in the ocean catching the waves. I didn't know a horse would go that far into the water. Ava's plea at the end brings us back to this desolate place and what she was going to do with these animals. The last line is appropriate. It takes us to the last task Ava has with the animals, but I'm sure there is much more she is worried about.
Well done, my friend!
Comment Written 26-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Hi Pam,
Sorry for the delayed response, This week has been crazy.
Thank you for the six stars to brighten my day and for the kind comments about the writing and choice of artwork. I especially appreciate the specific areas you note.
As far as horses and water: Most horses like water. They are natural swimmers, probably because they have huge lungs that keep them afloat. Like people, some horses like water better than others, but most of them will go into the water and don't seem to worry about it when they can no longer touch the earth. Maybe that is why Poisedon was created with their creation.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Debi
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No problem about a delayed response, Debi. You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review. Thanks for sharing about horses and water.
Comment from LJbutterfly
I am truly enjoying this story. I especially liked your description of the colt's reactions as you headed to the freight elevator, and could easily envision him prancing in place at the top of the ramp. Each horse reacted differently but exhibited a level of calm under your expert control and guidance.
Dressage is a beautiful dance by a horse and its partner. I've watched it many times on YouTube. Across the road from my house, I used to watch a trainer practice dressage with horses. The horses already seemed to know what to do. It was beautiful. I'm sorry to see that land is currently overgrown and up for sale.
I'll be waiting to see what the goat does.
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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I am truly enjoying this story. I especially liked your description of the colt's reactions as you headed to the freight elevator, and could easily envision him prancing in place at the top of the ramp. Each horse reacted differently but exhibited a level of calm under your expert control and guidance.
Dressage is a beautiful dance by a horse and its partner. I've watched it many times on YouTube. Across the road from my house, I used to watch a trainer practice dressage with horses. The horses already seemed to know what to do. It was beautiful. I'm sorry to see that land is currently overgrown and up for sale.
I'll be waiting to see what the goat does.
Comment Written 26-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Hi LJbutterfly,
Thank you for the encouraging comments and stating what you like.
I agree with you about dressage. I admire it, too. And a well-trained horse can teach a new rider how it is done.
Thank you for saying you'd like to read more.
Have a great weekemd
Debi
Comment from Sanku
PHew! so finally he was out into the free world of ocean and sands.Now for the goat.
I am enjoying this tale.I will become your fan so thatI wont miss the next instalments..
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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PHew! so finally he was out into the free world of ocean and sands.Now for the goat.
I am enjoying this tale.I will become your fan so thatI wont miss the next instalments..
Comment Written 26-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Hi Sanku,
Thank you for giving your reaction to the horse finally making it off the ship. I appreciate your encouragement.
Debi
Comment from Wayne Fowler
You got 'em! Good work.
And the colt wasn't near the trouble you'd feared.
I had to look up the word 'revel(s)'. I didn't know that it was also a noun. Interesting.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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You got 'em! Good work.
And the colt wasn't near the trouble you'd feared.
I had to look up the word 'revel(s)'. I didn't know that it was also a noun. Interesting.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 26-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2023
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Hi Wayne Fowler,
Thank you for the kind review. My present horse had a sire named Revel so I guess I got used to hearing the word.
Have a great week.
Debi
Comment from rspoet
Hello Debi,
Hermes, horse number four, provided a chapter as detailed and interesting as the previous three horses. You certainly like those Greek names. Perhaps there is a reason that will emerge at some point. Next there must be a Greek name for a goat. :)
When they're all safely on land, Ava will have to see about making it through the night safely. Of course she has Greek gods watching over her, so she should be fine.
Well done.
Best wishes.
Robert.
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2023
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Hello Debi,
Hermes, horse number four, provided a chapter as detailed and interesting as the previous three horses. You certainly like those Greek names. Perhaps there is a reason that will emerge at some point. Next there must be a Greek name for a goat. :)
When they're all safely on land, Ava will have to see about making it through the night safely. Of course she has Greek gods watching over her, so she should be fine.
Well done.
Best wishes.
Robert.
Comment Written 25-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2023
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Hi Robert,
Thank you for the six stars. I always appreciate your insightful comments. I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter. I like your speculations about what it coming.
Have a wonderful week.
Debi