The Irish Spitfire

Rory O'Rourke's heart thundered in his chest, in rhythm to the footfalls of his three day horse, Galaway, as they approached the Bench Seat jump.The horse was a nine-year old blood bay Irish Sport Horse and Rory's favorite in his string of six eventing horses. Rory supported with his hands while he pushed with his legs to keep the impulsion, "Easy boy, you're doing great." Rory smiled "Good boy, only thirty yards to the finish and you feel wonderful." No sooner had the words left his mouth,...