Wild Horse Monument by nongo
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Description
The Wild Horse Monument off of I-90 near Vantage. It's the work of Northwest sculptor David Govedare,
entitled "Grandfather cuts loose the ponies" it represents a Native American creation story. This is overlooking
the Columbia River.
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the monument's legend reads:
Creatures of the planet, behold a great basket! I send this basket, bearing the gift of life, to all corners of the universe.
Now take these ponies, I am cutting loose. They will inspire a spirit of free will! They will be a companion for work & play on this planet...
From the center of my basket burns the fire of our collective souls. Humans you are responsible!
You have the power of reasoning and the gift of free will. Use them wisely.
Always be aware the limitless nature of this ever-expanding universe. Let us live to inspire each other...
Comments (38)
auntietk
One of the best reasons I can think of to go east of the mountains is to see the monument at Vantage. You've captured the spirit of the place perfectly! Beautiful shot. (I don't know how I missed seeing this when you first posted it!)
lhoulhou
Excellent capture.
bentchick
I Love this shot! You almost can't tell that they are statues! Wonderful capture!
alhak
fabulous shot, what a view and wonderful cliff top art
dariobeniher27
very cool shot love it!
KiltnBoots
I see this everytime I go to visit my folks in Spokane. Great capture!!
Dogs_Life
Nice Shot, Love the angle to show the Columbia and Vantage Bridge below. You put in alot of exercise to get that view point but it was worth your effort. Very beautifully done.
lucindawind
wonderful ! Happy 2008