Christmas is always my favorite holiday. From the good food to the family gatherings to, yes, the gifts. This year was no exception. My kids are just begining to understand that there is something to the festivities, in fact, my son (the middle child at a year and a half) was mostly just overwhelmed. But my neice, Morgan, reminded me of just how special a time of year it really is. Morgan has cerebral palsy and is a cowgirl to the bone. She loves horse anything and if you can listen fast enough, she will tell you all about it. The idea of a saddle just for her has been on her Grandpa's mind for quite some time. We looked into having one made, and really couldn't afford that... so Grandpa bought a kids saddle and they modified it with the back from a specially made wheel chair that was hers. A few bolts and straps and Morgan has her own saddle, with modifications fit for any cowgirl in her place. Of course, there are risks to anything equine and Morgan's parents are aware of them, but the smiles you get from this little girl are priceless, when you see her horseback. And for my two cents, letting her have a piece of her dream, now that is the best gift of all.
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