Very thought provoking essay. I'm reading The Tao of Equus right now so this really got my attention. I had never considered the link between freedom and horses. My girlfriend is a "horse woman" and actually has a 7 yr. old dark chestnut arabian/thoroughbred named Spirit Drum she wants me to bond with and ride and love. Your essay helped me understand horses and our connection to them on a deeper level. Thanks.