As I was leaving the therapeutic riding facility where I volunteer last night, I caught the tail end of an interesting segment about smells on the John Tesh radio show.
If you’ve never listened to John Tesh, he’s all about providing the latest news and tips that affect our lives. Sometimes it’s what do if you [...]

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This is Penny, aka Princess L’Heureux of A Thoroughbred Family Affair fame performing her special trick–bowing. She’s a diva. But she’s not a diva who is above begging.
A good 13 years ago, I taught Penny to bow. I took her favorite treat, a peppermint, and would place it between her front legs up by her [...]

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A few weeks ago, I chaperoned a high school trip to New York City where I actually got to see some mounted police at work in Times Square.
Mounted police horses have always intrigued me because they are so completely bomb proof and have a very different job compared to other horses. And I always wondered [...]

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Yes, today I bought … I know it’s difficult to believe … western style Ariat boots.
It’s one thing to say I embrace and appreciate all riding disciplines. It’s another thing completely to show it in my footwear!
I’m a huntseat rider, have always been a huntseat rider, and always will be a huntseat rider.  I like [...]

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I’m honored that Arlene over at Grey Horse Matters honored me with the Excellence in Equine Care Award. I certainly don’t know everything there is to know, but ensuring proper care of horses and knowing as much as I can are equine-related passions of mine. I hate to see horses that are mistreated purposely or [...]

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When you are jumping a horse, your leg is your foundation. If you don’t have a strong solid leg in the right position, you are going to be in trouble. And if you have good form and have built up good length strength, you should be able to do this:

I’ll admit, this rider is pretty [...]

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One of my favorite parts of my time spent around horses is sharing their magic with others. I loved teaching lessons. I love talking with other horsey people. I love spending time with the other Pegasus volunteers as we share the horses with the students. I love bringing friends and family out to the barn [...]

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