This engaging true story is deeply rooted in the mountain landscapes of Wyoming, where the untamed wilderness meets the resilient spirit of a young ranch girl. This story is a beacon of authenticity, drawing audiences into a world that that transcends the ordinary and breathes life into the extraordinary. Cynthia Galey Peck's narrative prowess ensures an emotionally charged journey that will resonate with viewers across the globe.
In 1945, three-year-old Cynthia with her father and mother arrived at her family's ranch, nestled under Buck Mountain in Jackson Hole Wyoming. White Grass Ranch, a magical spot for Cindy, was within an easy horseback ride to sparkling glaciated lakes and wildlife habitat.
As a resourceful only child, her prominent friends and siblings were the animals. Cindy and her horse, Eva, traveled deep into the backcountry. She believed God must live in the magnificent Teton mountains that He built and from which He sent her a personal Spirit Guide.
Cynthia shares true and fascinating stories that reveal insight into her unique coming-of-age as she embraced Wyoming's resourceful and independent spirit. She details how she developed coping strategies while dealing with lonely childhood challenges and disappointments. She learned lessons primarily from horses; loyalty, honesty, and friendship. She found security through a career in the U.S. Forest Service, packing mules, living in the wilderness, pioneering and building trails. She encountered grizzlies, wolves, deer, and elk in the wilderness. She earned respect through hard work and keeping true to her word, and solace in His wonderous mountains.
Readers may find joy horseback riding beside Cynthia in the forest, may cry with her during difficulties, and laugh with her during the delight of successful achievements. May readers share the thrill of triumph amid heartbreak and the rewards of being a decent person while listening to your Spirit Guide.