Any ideas on a good breed for my first horse? My past riding experiences have been mostly with Quarter Horses. One summer, I spent time riding on a gorgeous horse who was an Arabian mix. I think I had the most fun when I got to ride an Tennessee Walker (such a smooth gait!)

This will be my first horse. I need a good all-purpose horse for pleasure riding, and was wondering if I should look at a certain breed first.

I am so green at this, and would love suggestions! I won't even probably get this horse until early 2009, but I am doing my homework early.