Crackle, Pop, Whisper

It's one in the morning and I've been lying here listening to the house crackle and pop for the past hour and a half. I'll blame it on the wind, which has been blowing consistently for the past two days—and the fact that I live in a 100 plus year old farm house. 

Although they seldom occur, sleepless nights are a major annoyance that are not tolerated well. I force sleep for a certain amount of time and then I usually get up and write.

There were dozens of thoughts zipping around in my head as I attempted slumber. Some of these had to do with a charming movie called Buck, which my husband and I viewed earlier in the evening.

It is a 2011 documentary about a real life horse whisperer named Buck Brannaman. Directed by Cindy Meehl, the film is a Sundance Audience Award Winner for Best Documentary.

I didn't realize that this Netflix selection, which was thoroughly ignored over the holidays, would be so entertaining. I adore the film—and the man. I especially love Buck's quote:

Your horse is a mirror to
your soul. Sometimes you may not
like what you see. . .  Sometimes you will.

Horses were a childhood passion that inspired much of my artwork. With renewed inspiration, I think its time to collect my art supplies and begin sketching these beautiful animals once again. I think you'll understand the motivation once you see this insightful documentary.