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Auld Lang Syne, 2016

The twenty-sixth of December has got to be the most lackluster day out of the entire calendar year, especially when it falls on a Monday....

The Dressage-y Wish List For Any Queen

We've officially reached the most festive time of year again, readers. Cue unlimited Christmas carols, movies on the Hallmark Channel,...

When Inspiration Calls, You Answer

I’m writing this post on a bit of a whim. Usually, I have all of my topics planned ahead, strewn across a cluttered note on my iPhone,...

Updates, Happenings, and Everything In Between

Life has been delightfully chaotic lately, which is something I don’t necessarily mind. Since moving back to Boerne, I’ve immersed myself...

Mares And Their Mood Swings

Horses are similar to humans in that they have their own feelings, moods, and opinions about, well, most everything. This statement is...

Lessons From My Centerline

My creativity has been less than mediocre lately, which would explain my lack in blog posts written by yours truly. I do have quite the...

Rider Nutrition for Optimum Performance

It is such a privilege to welcome Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Yoga Teacher, Bryony Pullin, to blog this week! In addition to...

Horse Show Recap: 2016 HDS Laborious Days

My first competition with Leah is in the books, and along with that accomplishment comes my very first competition recap post on The...

6 Small Ways Leah & I Strengthen Our Bond Outside The Arena

Over the last handful of weeks, previous blog posts have primarily depicted my in-the-saddle experiences with Leah, showcasing our...

Conditioning & Fitness: Keeping Leah at the Top of Her Game

A few days ago, one of my Instagram followers, Shannon (@pfeventer), commented with a question regarding Leah’s training and exercise...