Heather's curiosity was piqued since there aren't any stables on the Outer Banks. Heather then walked closer to get a better look. She said it was so beautiful seeing these people enjoying an evening ride on the beach. Heather asked if she could take a picture and they gladly said yes. Then Heather found out that one of the riders was a teenage girl and her horse ride on the beach was made possible from the "Make a Wish Foundation."
Heather was so touched and humbled by this. The looks on their faces was magical. When she told me this beautiful story, I must admit that I teared up. Heather also admitted that she shed a tear when she walked away.
Sometimes in life you see something so simple and beautiful, and you realize that maybe your day, your week, your health is not as bad as it seemed just a few seconds ago. Kind of puts things in proper perspective.
I will say a prayer for that beautiful happy rider. The Make a Wish Foundation has been making dreams come true for so many children. Out of respect for their privacy I have blurred out their faces. I hope this shadowy picture still captures the love that so many people have for that beautiful girl.
What animals get Lyme disease?
Dogs, horses and sometimes cattle can get Lyme disease. White-tailed deer, mice, chipmunks, gray squirrels, opossums and raccoons can also be infected.
How can my animal get Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is spread through the bite of an infected tick (vector). Wild mammals, especially small rodents and deer, can carry the bacteria in nature. Ticks get the bacteria when they feed (bloodmeal) on infected wildlife. The tick can now spread the bacteria to other animals (such as pets) or humans when it feeds (bites)
