My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
Troxel has found a new way to focus on safety. The helmet company has done an outstanding job of bringing out helmets that are both safe and trendy. Now they want to see how you focus on safety. Send your favorite photo of you (or someone you know) wearing a Troxel helmet and you could […]
Read MoreWhen I used to event I always used to braid my horse’s mane with button braids. My horse at the time, Bogie, had a thick neck and the braids just complemented him. Plus, they were quick and easy. I would braid him when we got to the event so he looked neat. However, the braiding […]
Read MoreSeveral months ago I got an email from someone who had one of only a few of my Trakehner’s progeny. Kroni was bred for two seasons and then, because he wasn’t approved by the American Trakehener Association, was gelded. I knew there were a few of his “kids” out there, but had no idea where. […]
Read MoreI was thrilled to find out that Equine Ink has received the “Honest Scrap” award from The Literary Horse. It really makes me happy to learn that people enjoy reading my blog, especially when it’s Jane because I so much enjoy her blog (and cannot believe that she is not funny in person). Now comes […]
Read MoreMaybe it’s because I recently visited the Eric Carle museum, but when I was out riding Freedom after a torrential rainstorm, he reminded me of the author’s Brown Bear. Everything must have looked different to him because there was a lot of snorting and spookiness. So with a tip of the hat to Eric Carle […]
Read MoreAt many horse shows and events, equine photographers are present to help immortalize your experience. Unlike your parent, friend or spouse, these folks are trained to catch your horse at the height of its jump, not right before you take off or right after you land. We all wait with bated breath to receive the […]
Read MoreHere’s a great photo looking for a caption! In fact, the best caption will win a Back on Track product worth up to $79. It’s the first week of Barn Mice’s photo caption contest. I’m a huge fan of Back on Track so definitely worth entering. So sharpen your pencil and go on over to […]
Read MoreThere are several horse blogs that I read on a regular basis. And regularly I find that one of them has already covered a topic that I wish I’d written about. Here’s a round up of a few posts that I’ve read lately that I really liked. Building on a Balk at Barb Wire. Will […]
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