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About me - Maureen Bordelon

I fell in lust with writing when I was a senior in high school. Fortunately, I had an exceptional teacher, who both inspired and rewarded creativity. That inspiration continues to this day.

I raise Quarter Horses in rural Texas. Horses are my first love

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Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Owning a horse: 1 of 10
After many years of pasturing my horses, my husband surprised me last year by building a twelve stall horse barn on our property. Roomy stalls, wide barn aisle, with a cedar lined tack room; it is a luxury my horses and I have never known. While truly grateful for my new luxury, I didn't have the heart to tell my sweet husba... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: The joys of air travel: 5 of 45
It's my father's fault I'm sitting in the torture chamber they call a concourse. He was the culprit that taught me when I was six that flying was the only mode of transportation suitable for cross country trips. Of course his idea of flying was to do barrel rolls in a Piper Cub without warning. Never sure you'd make it safel... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Horses: 4 of 36
The Daydream My little ol' pony with mane so long, Spinning and sliding, nary a hoof placed wrong. Cowboys and cowgirls dressed in their best, Hoping that this time, they'll beat all the rest. Number five in the go, ain't nothing to it, Trust in my partner, like a glove, we fit. Alone in the ring, all eyes on us, Turnarounds... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Texas: 1 of 9
"Texas, it's a whole other country" is the promotional ad for the Lone Star State currently running on television. No truer words have been said for anyone with Texas stamped on their birth certificate. I'm proud to say that I'm a native Texan. Texans are a unique breed. Where else can you find a tee shirt with a map of the ... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Breeds The best breed for beginner horse riders: 2 of 17
Throughout my thirty years of owning, training, and breeding horses, I've come to the conclusion that there is no "best" breed for beginning riders. When I use the term beginning rider, one would expect that these individuals are taking lessons from a professional or at the very least from an experienced horseperson. Horse o... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: The country club: 2 of 16
"Good evening sir, table for two?" the host asked with a hint of a smile. "That'll be fine, James," said Ben Coleman, herding his wife with his hand behind her back to follow the host. The dining room of Vistawood was small by major country club standards with only thirty tables. However, what the room lacked in size, it mad... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Care & Health Getting your horse's coat to shine: 1 of 7
Looking through the window onto my pasture, I can see three of my retired horses happily cropping grass. Their coats are glossy as if featured in a television shampoo commercial. As in humans, health and vitality is mirrored in their hair. Should you wish your horses to have the same health and vitality, there are a few simp... More..
Pets & Animals > Horses (Other) How to sell a horse: 1 of 6
Let's face it; deciding to sell your horse may be a tough decision especially when the horse market is on a downtrend. Currently, there are a plethora of fine horses for sale at really good prices. In order to sell your horse at a reasonable price and find the new owner of your dreams, you'll have to be aggressive in your ma... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Basics Nutritional benefits of prunes: 6 of 31
Contrary to popular belief, Dr. Pepper will not give you the dietary supplement of vitamin A found in prunes. It does not contain, and never has, any prune juice or meat. Prunes are a natural source of vitamin A, fiber, copper and potassium. Unfortunately, these sweet, wrinkly, dried plums can be a turnoff to many people. Fo... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: When it's time to put your dog to sleep: 5 of 25
I remember it was a Tuesday afternoon mostly because I took a rare afternoon off. I had finally decided to get another Golden Retriever pup. I had lost my old Golden three years prior and was ready for another smile that seems to emanate from every Golden's mouth when they pant. Steadfast, loyal, easy going, great kid dogs a... More..