i've never ridden a horse, i've sat on one tho!  he just didn't go anywheres... and no, well, you make it sound so... wonderful! *hugs* glad to hear it's not super serious, sweetie *more hugs*  and that it doesn't put you off wanting to ride again - oh, and i HAVE ridden on an elephant once!  do i get extra cool points for that? *smiles*