The Dog You Need

As the light wanes, I plod back to the house after the evening chores.  I watch Jake trotting ahead of me, his fluffy ‘pants’ swaying with each stride, his tail bobbing over his back like a plume.  It has been a rough few weeks at work, the office politics reaching a fevered pitch – yet … More The Dog You Need

My Ghost Story

In honor of Halloween, I’m taking a break from my usual equine subjects to tell a ghost story.  Growing up, I had a fascination with the supernatural, particularly those of the “true tales” variety.  I waited and hoped, in vain, for my own ghostly encounter.  As I became an adult, I continued to look for evidence, … More My Ghost Story

My Paper Anniversary

A year has passed since I started this blog.  At the time, I was one year into a determined attempt to reconnect with my horses and riding.  That first year was plagued with illness, injuries and ill fated decisions.  With little actual riding happening, I turned to the sport I once loved, Dressage, to at least … More My Paper Anniversary