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I walk to the front of the horse and take his picture, then I walk to the side again. The only addition to his They Might Be Giants tee and jeans is a riding helmet, but he could be a real horseman for all I know.
“We’d better get moving so we don’t run out of time.” Zane looks up at Edward. “Ready?”
My brother nods, and they start walking. Gloria’s on one side, and Zane’s on the other, and they walk at a normal pace into the large arena. Other kids are already there riding with help. A few ride on their own, but all are well-supervised.
I climb the steps to the bleachers and sit on the front row taking a short video as they walk past. Once they’re gone, I quickly text it to my grandmother.
Edward’s riding a horse!
Gran
How in the world did he do that?
My coworker also works at a horse farm, and they do equine therapy.
Gran
What’s that?
Horses help reduce stress and calm anxiety. Edward really loves it.
Gran
Is it helping him in school?
I don’t know, but I think it will.
Gran
Is he in school?
My throat tightens, and I don’t want to lie to her.
I’m starting him in January. I didn’t want to drop him in a new place in the middle of the holidays.
Gran
Sometimes that’s a good time to start. Less schoolwork, less stress.
I think it’s exams, but don’t worry.
Gran
Your dad asked, and I didn’t know what to say.
Anger flashes in my throat, and my jaw tightens.
Tell him I’m taking care of it.
Gran
He asked what happened. I don’t want to lie to him.
Don’t tell him anything. He’ll only cause trouble.
Gran
I’ll do my best, but it is his son.
