Scene 5 continues the saga of learning to drive—with a near-disaster! Why the YouTube of a transit bus? Read on… Scene 5: Driving At last, the day came. Karen had her learner’s permit, and she was ready to drive.…
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The Healing Horse, Ch. 39, Scene 4: The Learner’s Permit
Young Karen continues her string of victories when she goes to the DMV and walks out with? Her Learner’s Permit! [Image from https://www.yelp.com/biz/culver-city-dmv-los-angeles. Looks like this DMV office still gets good reviews.] Scene 4: The Learner’s Permit Session after…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 39, Scene 3: The Simulator
In the 1960s, schools used a simulator so students could practice reacting to situations they might encounter while driving. This was like a tiny car with a movie screen in front of it. The movie would show things like trucks…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 39, Scene 2: Mama Reacts
Scene 2 continues young Karen’s pursuit of a driver’s license as she discusses what it means with Mama. [Image by Shijan Kaakkara, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons] Scene 2: Mama Reacts The bus stopped in front of Karen’s house,…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 39: The Driver’s License, Scene 1: The Invitation
This chapter tells the story of one of the most important events in a teenager’s life—getting the driver’s license. [Photo of Joseph Pomeroy Widney as President of USC (1892 – 1895) courtesy of Wikimedia Commons] Scene 1: The Invitation (Friday,…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 38, Scene 5: This New Beginning
This scene concludes a chapter on a happy note. Young Karen receives confirmation from her spiritual mentor that she is becoming a teacher and preparing the next generation of people with disabilities to change the world for the better. [Image…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 38, Scene 4: The Riding Lesson
Young Karen loves dance, and she loves horses. Now, she shares her love of horses by teaching a boy how to gain confidence by overcoming his fears. [Image by Ealdgyth, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons] Scene 4: The Riding…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 38, Scene 3: Ready to Teach
This scene is full of good news. Young Karen’s friend Joshua sees a bright future in teaching kids with disabilities how to ride horses. [Image by Harald the Bard, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons] Scene 3: Ready to Teach…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 38, Scene 2: Reflections
After Joshua asks young Karen to teach disabled children how to ride horses, and Mama gives her okay, Pegasus confirms how far Karen has come. Image by Klem, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Scene 2: Reflections Karen rode home from…
The Healing Horse, Ch. 38: Trotting Her Way to Happiness, Scene 1: Joshua Needs Help
Chapter 38 begins with an invitation from Joshua. You know it’s important. Pegasus said so in last week’s scene. BTW, today is Flag Day. Sunday is Father’s Day. Monday is Juneteenth. Let’s all give thanks for everyone who has worked…