Finding My Zen In and Out of the Saddle
I find time in the saddle especially on the trails is extremely grounding. There is something about being in the middle of the woods away from cars, noise, and technology that speaks to…
Breaking Down Barriers
Why do I hold myself back? That is the question isn’t it? My friends meeting at the Tom Quilty endurance race in Australia asked the question, “Why doesn’t Heather ride like she dances?”…
Standing the Summer
Confession: I realize it is an unpopular opinion but I really dislike the summer. I am a creature of habit and organization. Chaos, disorganization, and noise these all feed my anxiety as a…
Making Great Strides
Confidence can be a moving target but we are making great strides forward and really, isn't that all we can ask of ourselves?
Girl Forward
A Tale of One Woman’s Unlikely Adventure in Mongolia I knew when I heard about the Gobi Desert Cup that I was taking a calculated risk. The adventure was not only worth it…
The Tenets of Timidity: Do You Check Any Boxes?
Referring to myself as a timid rider results in a few different reactions. Certainly, admitting this to others leaves me open to comments, opinions, and rarely even derision. The most common reaction is…
Headlight Harness for Horses
Horses aren’t walked in harnesses, unlike dogs, but to an ex-mounted police officer the Headlight Harness for dogs had a lot of equine potential. A chance meeting at a local pet event resulted…
Stuck in a Rut: How Often Do You Change Your Horse’s Routine?
When I made the decision to move barns to a smaller, private facility I knew there would be an adjustment period. Perhaps, however, I underestimated just how used to a routine we had…
Finding Your Herd: Motivation, Inspiration, and Fun
Finding and spending time with your herd, a group of like-minded people, can keep you motivated and inspired. More, you can have fun!
Changing Barns: Out with the Old and in with the New
Confession: I’m moving barns at the end of the month. This was a terrifying decision to make. If I’m being honest, which let’s face it I always am, I love being at my…
When Good Horses Become Turds
Confession: Not everyone is perfect, even my pony. It’s hard to admit. But sadly, Ferrous is not perfect. I know, it was shocking to me as well. Alas, it is true. Generally, my…
The School of Hard Knocks
Confession: We’ve all bit knocked down from our pegs a time or two, hopefully, to get up again stronger. My daughters all ride horses. All of them. I am both happy to…
Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Honest.
