Ep 9. Ghost from the Past

In Heartland season 1 episode 9, titled "Ghost from the Past," Amy and Ty work together to save a horse named Phoenix that has been abused and neglected by its previous owners. As they work to rehabilitate Phoenix, Amy realizes that the horse reminds her of a mare she used to ride named Promise who was tragically killed in an accident.

Meanwhile, Lou convinces her father Tim to come to Heartland for a visit. However, when he arrives, he is reluctant to spend time with his daughters and instead spends most of his time chatting with Jack. Lou becomes frustrated with her father's behavior and finds herself questioning their relationship.

As if that weren't enough drama, Amy's ex-boyfriend Caleb unexpectedly shows up at Heartland. Amy is torn between her feelings for him and her commitment to Ty, but ultimately decides to stay with Ty.

Overall, "Ghost from the Past" is an emotional episode that deals with themes of abuse, loss, and family relationships. The episode also showcases the strong bonds between the characters, and their unwavering commitment to helping horses in need.