General musings on the horse and the industry
Another tack store is closing. This one is the nearest to us, well known and respected in the area. In a region once teeming with tack stores, it is sad to think that we will soon be down to one. Even that one is struggling under the weight of the new digital marketplace, where you … More Death of a Tack Store
Does life run in themes? Or does it just seem that way because things will stand out that resonate with a current focus in your life? Perhaps someone will study it one day. Whichever is the case, bullying seems to be the theme circling around me these days.
Inclement weather and a crisis at work have been a roadblock to working with the horses in the last couple of weeks. They get hugs and scratches from me, during evening chores – and seem happy to see me on those occasions – but that has been the bulk of my interactions. So, it is … More Leadership lessons from horses
If there is one thing that can stir horse people up, it’s a discussion on technique. I don’t care what discipline you are in, as soon as you start to discuss technique or method, opinions are strong, and dismissals frequent. It is true that some techniques or methods have little to recommend them. Anything that … More Principle above technique
There has been a recent debate, in a Facebook group, on what qualifies someone as a “master” in the realm of Dressage. It has been triggered by several “Master Classes” conducted by people whose only qualification has to do with winning competitions. Is that enough to be a true “master”? If there are other qualifying … More What is a master?
We all have a line. It is invisible. You may not be aware of your line, or think much about it. But, you know when someone has crossed that line. Everyone’s line is in a different place. Take the recent scandals of sexual misconduct. Harvey Weinstein’s behavior crossed nearly everyone’s line. Al Franken’s crossed some … More Where is your line?
Horse Crazy Once Again 