Maryanne wanted a BLM "Mustang" since she was young. She adopted Celis at the local adoption held in Tucson in the fall of 1995. Like many new adoptees, Celis was pretty wary of humans, but before too long she would tolerate Maryanne near her and even touching her as she ate.

A Tentative Hello

Celis literally had to "learn the ropes;" how to be haltered, led, handled, get shots and hoof trims. Maryanne and her husband John were patient and she proceeded quietly and nicely.

"You mean I have to follow that thing?"

Eventually Celis was handling the usual "domestic horse" routine.

Celis not quite enjoying her first bath

As repayment, Celis presented Maryanne and John with "Austin Gray."

Celis running with Austin

Maryanne and Celis - first mountup