General musings on the horse and the industry
I recently read two different pieces about horse learning/training that made a startling contrast to each other. As I read the two pieces, it was obvious to me which was horse-centric and considerate – yet the other piece was written by a wildly successful trainer. I am continually puzzled by how many people are taken … More Don’t be a drill sergeant!
Should horses be kept as pets? This is a question I’ve pondered for many years. At times, my own horses have been relegated to the role of “pet” – when I no longer had the time or motivation to ride. Truth be told, at the moment they aren’t much more than that – though I … More Horses as pets?
I’m still here, and still horse crazy … though feeling more of the “crazy” part recently. Work has taken over my life, as I wait for the HR department to finally get my staff vacancies posted. What’s left of me after a day at work, has been going to the horses. I’ve realized that they, … More A Moral Tale
It seems to be inevitable that each new generation dismisses the “antiquated” practices of the generation before – often leading to the extinction of those practices. When I was an Art student, I studied art pieces that were made using methods long since lost to time. The skills died with “advancements” in technique and technology. … More The things they don’t teach …
One of the most distasteful aspects of social media is the rudeness it encourages. Name calling, arguments that aren’t actually arguments but just attacks, trolling, etc. – we’ve all experienced it. I have learned to be very careful of my engagement on Facebook. I have never shied away from debate, and often have made people (in … More The beauty of a blog
I was inspired to write this post by some recent days when I was suffering from doubts in my own abilities, only to have the horses make wonderful progress and prove my doubts unfounded. I was prepared to post it when news of the horrific events in Paris came to light. Feeling that my personal … More Living with doubt
Horse Crazy Once Again 