Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883

What it Takes: Finding a Pal

Legend has it that I've wanted a horse since before I could walk. I probably even asked for a pony for my birthday a time or two. The thing is, you can't just go to a pet shop and buy a horse. Even if you could, horses require special living quarters, and a lot of care.

The next best thing I could do was find a friend with a horse. I was lucky to meet Nan Taverna and to have her invite me to m...