“Not to assume it’s impossible because you find it hard. But to recognize if it’s humanly possible, you can do it too.”
Marcus Aurelius’ – Meditations
I’ve spent my “down” time (non-horse show season) when the days are shorter, and the Midwest slowly becomes uninhabitable, studying the Stoic philosophers. The three major ancient Stoics are: Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus and Seneca.
Continue reading The Stoics Pt 1
Caring for horses requires more than love and care. Any individual in the equine industry understands that your horse requires a routine and program to ensure maximum health and performance, whether for recreational riding or professional performance.
Continue reading Hold Your (Healthy) Horses: Natural Care Benefits People and Horses
Always Learning New Things: 7 Important Life Lessons
I’ve discovered deep in my heart, that I am not a very good blogger. My entire life I’ve wanted to keep a diary or memoirs, an insightful journal filled with wit. The problem is that I am rather boring and lack the Sedaris kind of wit, so even though I wanted to keep a detailed file of my experiences at Sport Horse Nationals, I found myself walking the dogs, working the horses, enjoying the experience. Every day I stepped out of our barn, looked at the grounds and thought, “Another beautiful day in Crete.” And it was. And I was happy to be there. And I was grateful. So, I guess I had a successful show.
Continue reading Fear the Little Bay Horse: The ConclusionWarning: 10 Subtle Signs of Laminitis in Your Horse
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Here’s How You Can Get Your Kids Familiar with Horses
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Four Horse Mane And Tail Braiding Techniques You Can Do Yourself
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Handy Horse Facts You Should Know About
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New Normal for Horse Industry as Covid-19 Pandemic Bites
When jockey Manuel Franco edged closer to the elusive finish line on 20th June 2020, it became apparent that his… Read more…
Do Horseshoes Hurt My Horse And Other Questions About Horseshoes You’ve Always Wanted To Ask
Shoeing or shodding horses is a pretty common practice among horse owners. Horses have been wearing shoes for thousands of… Read more…
Exploring Equine Intelligence: They Really Are As Smart As We Think!
Anyone who’s ever owned a horse will tell you they are the smartest animals in the world. However, skeptics will… Read more…
A Deep Dive Into Horse Hoof And Foot Anatomy
Horses are remarkable creatures as proven by their luxurious manes, shiny pelts, and majestic hooves. Every part of a horse’s… Read more…
The Stoics Pt 3: Dressage Riding and Your Ego
There is no question that dressage horse riding is a challenge. And you certainly can’t spell Dressage without ego. Oh,… Read more…
Equine Aromatherapy: For Dressage Horses and Equine Athletes
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