The Long Hard Ride

This book is about the journey of a man––from meager beginnings, being abused and misunderstood by schoolmates and cousins, starting an adventure with very little, surviving on the kindness of others, and refusing to accept something without paying for it in some way.They expected a long–haired bearded boy in an army jacket to be a bum, but he would be a surprise to them by his work ethic.Knowing very little about horses or the mountains, he purchased a horse, which began a journey through desolate lands, such as hot deserts and cold, freezing mountains. He knew little about mountain horse packing. Many close calls on his journey transformed this inexperienced boy into a man. Mentored by many people along his journey, he discovered that being a man isn't all about being tough, braving the unknown, crossing rivers, and climbing rugged mountains. He discovered it was about gentleness, kindness, and understanding––most of all, faith and love. The combination of all the mentoring would help him become successful in completing his journey to find himself and faith.

-- Thomas Westin