Really? Horses. On Fire. Because Tradition?
Right, lets all gather around and applaud the boundless creativity of humankind, shall we? Apparently, setting horses loose to gallop through flaming barricades is now considered a worthwhile cultural experience. In Spain. Centuries-old tradition, they chirp. I’m sure the horses are thrilled about being part of this tradition. Absolutely ecstatic, Id wager.
Honestly, what qualifies as a legitimate custom these days? Is it simply something old enough to justify inflicting potential trauma and distress on animals? Because if thats the bar, my great-aunt Mildred’s obsession with collecting ceramic thimbles is also a cherished tradition worthy of public funding.
And dont even get me started on the beauty of it all. A panicked animal bolting through flames? That’s not beautiful; that’s terrifying. That’s irresponsible. It’s a spectacle built on exploiting creatures for fleeting entertainment while we pat ourselves on the back about preserving “heritage.”
Im sure the organizers have thought everything through: meticulously assessing risk, ensuring equine psychological well-being… Nope? Just flames and horses. Brilliant! Let’s all just pretend this isn’t a deeply concerning display of misplaced priorities. Because tradition, you know. Its what we do.
