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[RC] UAE and enduirance and stuff - tim miller

Steph Teeter said in part:
 
"The 'giving' thing is very deeply ingrained in their culture, 
the Bedouin would literally give the shirt off their back to another 
friend. The bestowing of gifts on one another, and especially guests,  was very special, and sacred. not to curry favor, but to show honor and respect."
 
AERC crowns a 'War Mare' award annually.
 
This mare led the Bedouin tribes into battle.  She was honored to the extent that she "lived in the tent" and was considered priceless.  The greatest gift of all was the giving of this mare to another.  The highest honor and sign of respect that could be bestowed.
 
Tim Miller
Sami Hills Farm