Life

The Finer Things

Life’s priorities are found in the four walls of a stable. Life is fast-paced these…

No Amount of Yoga Will Replace Riding

This morning a press release from a larger regional horse show facility popped into my…

This Is Hard For All Of Us

I left the farm this morning feeling grateful for a few hours of familiar peace…

Should We Really Be Riding Right Now?

Editor’s Note: This opinion piece was submitted by reader Monica Gokey. If you’d like to…

Riding the Rollercoaster: Stages of an Equestrian’s Life

By Rebecca Barber Horses have an uncanny way of keeping us humble. One moment we…

What Losing Taught Me About Winning

I came off the cross-country course with a scowl on my face and tears in…

An Open Letter To My First Heart Horse

By Ellie Woznica Sometimes I wish I had never met you—specifically when I am staring…

Instead of Panicking About Coronavirus, Embrace The Solitude

By Erin Gilmore During the last couple of days I have fallen victim to the…

Horse Relationship Status: It’s Complicated

By Rebecca Agocs It’s a label slapped on relationships, situations, and experiences. ‘It’s complicated’. We…

Midlife Crisis Mule

For the most part, I’ve led a fairly stereotypical hunter/jumper/equitation riding career.  It started with…