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sponded with utmost grace, concentration and control. European dressage was a far cry from American styles of saddle-seatand Western that I%u2019d seen and been practicing in Arizona.At the Spanish Riding School in Austria, it was standing roomonly to watch Lipizzaner stallions bearing tall, still uniformedriders dance to the music of a symphony orchestra in the resplendent Baroque riding hall. I was moved to tears. Here,Huizinga%u2019s words were living examples of play as %u201cmarked elements of beauty saturated with rhythm and harmony.%u201dIn France, the French Calvary at Samour gave an exhibitionof high school dressage almost equal to that of the Spanish Riding School. We were then served lunch as only the French can -assorted gourmet courses accompanied by the appropriate wine.In Germany, we watched Olympic gold medalist Joseph Neckermann compete at an international show. Afterward, he treatedus to an exhibition and light lunch at his elegant stable facility.His gentle manner and twinkling eyes expressed the happinesshe felt for horses and the art of riding.In Spain, a country of bravado, we watched Cavalry ridersslide down 150 or 160 feet of an eight percent grade that lookedvertical. With some trepidation, we half-expected to see themdrop to their deaths. Contrary to what one might expect, riderssat in a forward seat position, which allowed their horses freedom to use their hindquarters for this downhill %u201cgallop.%u201dBeauty, courage and nobility were to be seen throughout Europe. It was the result of centuries of dedication to architecture,art, and the breeding of fine horses. Art was an everyday affair,from dining to exquisite riding, especially in France. Their artswere to be savored and never rushed. Europe%u2019s Old-World sensibility and aesthetic would inspire the rest of my life. oShelley's recent books, A Riding Life %u2013 Memories, Dreams, Art and Love, also A Wordsmith %u2013 Intimate Glimpses into the Lifeand Work of Elleston Trevor, may be found on Amazon. Her book,The Heart of the Horse %u2013 How to Know Them, How to Ride Them,How to Love Them is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and at Greenway Saddlery. Just released and available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble is Magical Riding - Connecting with the Extraordinary Nature of Horses. 66 Arizona Horse Connection March, 2026EQUINE LAW:CONTRACTS & DISPUTES%u2022 Liability Waivers%u2022 Boarding Contracts%u2022 Purchase and Sale Agreements%u2022 Training Contracts%u2022 Partnerships and Syndications%u2022 Breeding Contracts%u2022 USEF and Breed Registry MattersDISPUTE RESOLUTION& CIVIL LITIGATIONGOVERNMENT RELATIONS& REGULATORY COMPLIANCE%u2022 Zoning and Land Use Issues%u2022 Agricultural Property Tax Exemptions%u2022 Well Permits and Water Rights IssuesREAL ESTATE & COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS%u2022 Acquisition and Dispositions%u2022 Leasing%u2022 Entity Formation%u2022 Financing and Seller Carry Backs7144 E. Stetson Dr., Suite 300 %u2022 Scottsdale, AZDirect: 480.240.5647 %u2022 Cell: 602.402.3335ATrenk@RoseLawGroup.com %u2022 www.RoseLawGroup.comAdam M. Trenk, Esq.Licensed in AZ, OK, KY%u201cArizona%u2019s Most Robust Equine Law Practice%u201dEnglish & Western TackComplete Repair DepartmentTom & Darlene DroskeCorner Gilbert & Ray Rd.1605 S. Gilbert Rd.Gilbert, Arizona 85234(480) 899-7521