The Season Begins in Upstate New York
I was incredibly fortunate to get a leg up on this year’s training by taking two amazing weeks in Aiken, SC. I came home supercharged and motivated to keep the momentum up but I was also met with all the challenged and obstacles that typically compete for my attention here at home. I decided upon…
The Sunday Review: Insta 360 Go Ultra Camera
OVERVIEW: I love getting footage of my adventures. I love videos. Photographs. Proof that I did the things. I also love watching footage. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched the bodycam footage of Elisa Wallace piloting one of her horses around cross country. I’ll sit at the edge of my seat and…
Are You Prepared? Preparing Your Horse’s First Aid Kit
April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month, so I’d like to begin this month by covering what I like to have available in my tack box or as part of my horse’s First Aid Kit. Last year I touched on preparation for June’s Pet Preparedness Month but we never dug into the first aid.…
The Sunday Review: Moonbrew
OVERVIEW: As long as I can remember I was a kid who struggled with sleep. My parents would pull their hair out trying to get me down. My dad would spend so much time reading me a book or telling me stories. I would sometimes ask him to rub my back. My mom once told…
At Long Last: Thoroughbred Baby Photos
As a thoroughbred lover for years, I have always dreamed of getting baby photos of the thoroughbreds in my care. I have searched for Warrior’s Blade. For Zeno Bay. For VaiVia. For R Tom Cat. For Mr Wrench It. I’ve looked up breeders and emailed the ones I found with crickets in response. The Jockey…
Injectable Omeprazole Comes to the United States
Ulcers have been the bane of my existence since entering the horse world with an off-track thoroughbred. Since then I do research and take great strides to create a gut healthy lifestyle for ALL of my equine companions. I cannot prevent them entirely, but I can certainly do my best. Check out some of my…
The Sunday Review: Keeping Horses Outdoors
“Studies show that horses who are able to move consistently throughout the day and night are more focused, learn better, and are more willing to work with their handlers.” ― Iveta Jebáčková-Lažanská: Keeping Horses Outdoors Happy March, friends! Our winter is nearly over and I am back once again to add a book onto your book…
Aiken: Week Two
A couple weeks ago I recapped the first leg of my Aiken adventure for you in Updates From Aiken; Exploring Aiken’s Dining and Horse Centric Town and Focusing on Growth. Last week I enjoyed telling you about my time at Aiken’s Grand Prix of Eventing that was held at Bruce’s Field February 27th and 28th. Aiken…
My Experience at Aiken’s Grand Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce’s Field 2026
Th e biggest reason for my trip to Aiken, SC this winter was to consolidate my training with Stanley and with Andrea Waldo. I have had many setbacks with this horse and my plan was to make him my 100% focus for the first time since we’ve been together. No work. No woodworking. No side…
The Sunday Review: Advanced Mobility Support Chews for Dogs by Innovet Pet Products
OVERVIEW: Not long ago I was approached by a person from Innovet Pet Products. I have always been interested in CBD for both myself and in my animals. I am an investor with a human company and have used their human products previously. In fact, I have been working on a research article to share…
Updates From Aiken; Exploring Aiken’s Dining and Horse Centric Town and Focusing on Growth
It’s hard for me to believe that I am writing this, with the first week nearly concluded. I wish time could slow down just a bit so I can savor every waking minute of this fascinating, educational, transformative, and incredible journey. In A Love Letter From Your Twelve Year Old Self; On Self-Reflection and Making…
Aiken, Here We Come
For years I longingly watched social media influencers as they migrated from the cold northern states to the south to ride their horses all winter. “What a dream come true that would be.” “I wish I could do that.” “I wish I had a job that allowed for this” Professionals, most certainly…and their grooms. Maybe…
The Green Horseman 