When the Budweiser Clydesdales rolled into town last week, Thomet Stables got the privilege of hosting them, as they have on other occasions. (I think this was the fourth time in the years that I've been there.) Seeing them on TV is one thing, but seeing them at the barn where my own horses are stabled is positively delightful. I thought I'd share a bit about the experience, plus some pics I've taken over the years.
When the Clydesdales arrive, there's always a crowd on hand to watch them unload. It cracks me up that some folks confess to seeing the convoy of Budweiser semi-trucks pull off the highway, and then ditching their plans to follow them to find out where they're going. Some things are worth being late for work!
During their visits, the Thomets open the doors to the public, welcoming all who want to get a close-up glimpse of these giant beauties. Folks of all ages stream in throughout the day, giving the barn a lively, festive feel. Those who come by early enough can watch the Clydesdales out in the arena during play time...
...which quite often turns into grooming time.
My favorite part is watching the always friendly, always professional grooms get the horses ready for their public appearances.
Their enormous size and power combined with their incredible beauty speaks to so many of us on so many different levels. It doesn't hurt that they have veritable marketing geniuses in their corner. Seriously, what other television commercials do we actually look forward to watching?
Given their ties to the repeal of prohibition, these horses surely symbolize for many the American spirit... or at least the idea that free people in a free country do not necessarily need governmental input concerning their beverage choices.
The Budweiser Clydesdales are most certainly the perfect representatives for good times. They remind us to lighten up. Life truly should be a party...
...and it's a lot more fun when horses (and dogs) are invited.
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