Audio Poem of the Day Why Some Girls Love Horses
Jan 22, 2026
Paisley Rekdal explores the profound connection between girls and horses. She delves into tactile memories, highlighting the warmth and presence of a horse named Dandy. The poem reflects on the intelligence and autonomy of horses, emphasizing their unique brand of independence. Rekdal articulates a love that transcends human intimacy, valuing the horse's indifference as a source of clarity in relationships. The interplay of choice and mutual affection between human and horse weaves a tapestry of poignant memories.
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Yearning For Greater Awakening
- Rekdal opens with a meditation on wanting more light and a greater awakening each day.
- She links that yearning to intimate images, asking if daily life can feel like continual discovery.
A Vivid Memory Of Dandy
- Paisley Rekdal remembers grabbing Dandy's neck like a dirty short hank of mane and being hauled up and forward.
- She describes his white flanks flecked with green and the warmth of blood under muscle, grounding the memory in physical detail.
Respect For An Independent Being
- The horse's intelligence and deliberate actions reveal an ethics separate from human expectation.
- Rekdal sees value in loving an animal that makes choices rather than obediently performing for affection.