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OLYMPIA–My first love of horses came at the age of 13 when we bought "Peanuts," a quarter horse bay for $250 and he became my long-lasting friend.

I learned how magnificent these animals are. It takes time to gain their trust before they let you into their lives. Peanuts could sense my emotions. If I was having a difficult day, he knew and was careful around me. I learned something every day...