INSTRUCTIONS: Most of us use idioms like they were going out of style. They are a creative part of our language that brings color and character to our speech. Often, however, we become so comfortable with the phrases that we use that we forget about the origins and the literal meanings of the idioms.
Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to get in touch with one of your frequently used and commonly understood idioms.
1) Do some research. Explain the meaning and the orgin of your idiom.
2) Become one with the literal meaning of your idiom. Perform, build, or dress as your idiom. You should be part of the documentation since this is about you chewing on your words.
3) Submit one or more original photographs that illustrate the intended meaning of your idiom.
The most common origin that I've found for "Hold Your Horses" is that it was a phrase first documented in the United States around the 19th century, used to warn Jockeys to prevent their race horses from getting a false start. Its generally used towards someone who is over anxious or is doing something too fast, as another way to tell someone to slow down. In my picture, I play out the literal meaning with a twist...
