Writers Wanted

Are you an equestrian with the burning urge to share some of the things you’ve learned over the years? Are you looking for an outlet to write about all things horses? I’d like to talk to you! No, not for Equine Ink. This is more of my personal space. But I’ve started a new website/blog […]

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Unbelievable focus!

It’s hard to imagine the focus, training and trust that makes this performance possible.

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Freedom feels fabulous again!

  Tuesday didn’t have a promising start. I overslept, which meant that my carefully scheduled morning, which involved hitching my trailer and pulling it when I drove my daughter to school, was derailed. By the time I’d dropped her off, hitched it, driven to the barn, fed the horses and loaded my horse, I knew […]

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Understanding Horse Addicts – Part 2

Okay, so what I want to know is how did this woman get into my car? At any given time I have muck boots, breeches, a dressage whip, maybe a pair of spurs and assorted half pairs of gloves. Usually just the left hand.

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Horseback Riding Can Help Alleviate Depression

Most of us who are addicted to horses already knew that riding is a mood enhancer. My family will tell you that I (almost) always come back from the barn more patient, happier and easier to be around. Now the rest of the world is starting to catch on. In the article “Beyond Mindfulness: How […]

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The relative meaning of “Just Fine”

Horse people ARE crazy, there is no denying it. And one of the ways that you can tell is how we react to injuries. Specifically injuries related to/caused by horses. You could call it being tough, or you could say we are in denial. Take this Facebook posting that I read this morning: Well, this […]

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Celebrating 250 years with the Black Horse

Lloyd’s of London chose to celebrate its 250 year history by featuring the iconic black horse from its logo as a symbol of a reliable, trusted presence. What a nice ad!

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