This time at the barn was quite momentous because G not only got on the pony but asked to get on, repeatedly. Each time, he had a great big smile on his face. Needless to say, I was a proud equestrian mom. I also was in awe as after our arrival, he took my hand…
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Boots on the Ground
When: For our second barn adventure, we headed out in the early am to avoid the heat of the day. Bettter for horse and rider. We brought snacks and drinks. The horses were already in their stalls, as per their summertime routine. In the heat of the summer, many horses are stalled during the day…
Teaching Your Child to Ride
“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us into contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.” Horses have taught me so many life lessons that I carry with me today. They test you, teach you, and bring peace and tranquillity, to name a few. For these reasons,…
How Charming!
Charms date back to ancient times as a form of protection from evil and promotion of good luck. As such, it is no surprise that they have endured over time and remain popular. Today’s charm can be expression of personal beliefs and mantras, associations, or purely for decorative purposes. Some charms are conspicuous, while others…
Didn’t Win the Triple Crown? What Next?
“Fit, sound, and wants to go the distance—essentially marathon horses,” says Julie Rini, owner and manager of Crowning Point Farm, located in Paris, Kentucky, referring to the horses that will run in the upcoming Belmont Stakes to be held in New York, this coming Saturday, June 9. While there will be no Triple Crown winner…