Essence of the Horse

09/11/2025

Adorable BAMBI 💕 The Mascot, Bambi was rescued by a French soldier during the Algerian War.
Respect for this hero! ~ Ariane (Le texte en Français suit).

In 1958, a Legionary of "13" (13th Demi-Brigade of Foreign Legion) in operations in the Jebel, Algeria, found this starving Donkey. The legionnaire brought him back to the base and the Donkey became the mascot of the unit under the name "Bambi". The legion was given an award for kindness to Animals.
What a beautiful story!
The tradition seems to continue, the 2nd Foreign Legion has a Donkey mascot named TAPANAR!
Did you know the commemorative flower for military Horses, Donkeys and Mules is a blue cornflower?
https://www.u3amoraira-teulada.org/animals-in-war/

Beware of fake informations circulating about this pic since 2020.

Adorable BAMBI 💕 La mascotte, Bambi a été secouru par un soldat Français pendant la guerre d'Algérie.
Respect pour cet héros ! ~Ariane

En 1958, un Légionnaire du « 13 » (13ème Demi-Brigade de Légion Etrangère) en opération dans le Jebel, en Algérie, trouve cet Âne affamé. Le légionnaire le ramène à la base et l'Âne devient la mascotte de l'unité sous le nom de « Bambi ». La Légion a reçu un prix pour sa gentillesse envers les Animaux.
Quelle belle histoire !
La tradition semble continuer, la 2ème Légion Éttrangère possède une mascotte Âne nommée TAPANAR !

Saviez-vous que la fleur commémorative des Chevaux, Ânes et Mulets militaires est le Bleuet?
https://www.u3amoraira-teulada.org/animals-in-war/

Attention aux fausses informations qui circulent à propos de cette photo depuis 2020.

09/11/2025

Nine months ago, this quite personal illustration was an act of cathartic self-love and, in turn, love for all the other solo parents who are just doing their best in the aftermath of what we thought life was going to be. This green car kept breaking down and ruining plans and that visceral feeling of trying to weave magic and joy for the littles while crisis-managing alone is something I’m sure many have experienced. I have learned to release the ‘should be’ and embrace the ‘what is’ and singing songs and weaving stories is really what helps, as well as embracing a bit of silliness. The disasters can become adventures purely because I decide for all of us that they are and sing them into existence. (Although I know that’s often the last thing you want to do). Anyway, we’re picking up a wee raspberry pink motor and driving it to the North Sea, so it does get better, but I’m sending love to all who are wondering how long they can keep all this up. Deep breaths, big hugs. ♥️

09/11/2025

We made this when we were camping last summer and all of the kids begged to do it again this year. Ridiculously easy!
Must express something to keep getting my recipes.... Thank you.
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09/11/2025

That gray face. Those tired eyes. The slow, patient steps that once were full of endless energy.

Your old dog might not be able to chase balls for hours anymore, but to them, the world is still brighter when they’re by your side. That short walk down the street? It’s their favorite adventure. That gentle pat on the head? It’s pure love.

They don’t need much - just your time, your patience, and your presence. So when they stand by the door, leash in mouth, tail wagging softly, remember: you’re walking through the last, most meaningful chapter of a loyal friend’s story.

04/11/2025

"Made for our church bake sale and it was a total hit! No one had ever had it before."
RΕCΙΡΕ ΙΝ CΟΜΜΕΝΤ 💬👇

03/11/2025

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03/11/2025

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23/10/2025

There’s something about a quiet walk among the trees that resets my whole spirit. The world slows down, my thoughts untangle, and I’m reminded how small worries really are when I take time to breathe in nature’s calm. 🦉🤍🌲

23/10/2025

Purrfect together. 🐾

23/10/2025

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When a narcissist is alone, you'll often find them doing these things.

16/10/2025

Clownfish live in small groups with a strict social order, where all members start life as males. The largest and most dominant individual undergoes a remarkable transformation into a female, becoming the group’s breeder. When the female dies, the next largest male takes her place through the same process. This unique ability, known as sequential hermaphroditism, ensures the survival and stability of their colony. According to marine biologists, this adaptation helps clownfish maintain balance in their population and reproductive success within the reef ecosystem.