As a fitness coach, people are constantly telling me that they do not have time to workout or eat right because of everything going on in their lives. I hear riders (or former riders) often claim they no longer have time to ride because they are busy with "adult life" and work all the time. …
All the Animals
I think that God had a lot of fun creating animals, especially horses! I think that He wanted us to have a connection with them. It is fascinating all that horses are willing to do for us. They are willing to do things that go against their very nature as prey animals. I also think …
Let’s Eat Clean Together!
Do you struggle with eating healthy? Are you confused by all the diets and health fads out there? I used to be super strict with my diet. I thought that being "healthy" meant I had to follow a ton of rules, and never stray from them. I was caught up in certain labels, and ways …
Cabin Vibes
Last summer, I told you all about a little cabin project my family and I had going in my post, Cabin Fever. Well, that little cabin is here on the farm!! It was erected last weekend, and it could not be cuter! I am already ready to move in. The logs came in on a truck, …
Hardships are Where Strength is Made
What's hard usually makes us stronger. I had this thought during my workout yesterday. I hadn't trained with weights in forever, but I wanted to challenge myself - and my body - so I started Beachbody's Hammer and Chisel. Oh my is it challenging! I am so sore! But the pain I feel now will create …
Be Powerful
You know what feels amazing? Being strong! Growing up, I was never athletic. I always was the worst kid at tag, or hide and seek. I never won races. I didn't play sports. I was a petite ballet dancer as a kid. Though I was feisty as hell, I remember the neighbor kids always considered …
I’m Back!
Why hello there! It sure has been a while! Life has been crazy lately, but what can ya do? As you can probably seen, I have been doing a little renovating on this blog. I like to change up the look every year, and this year I am thinking about incorporating more of my life …
Daily Devotion
I used to say I was a Christian, yet I rarely opened the Bible or went to church. Sure, I prayed before I fell asleep at night and believed that Jesus died to save us from our sins, but I didn't really try to know Him - or His plan for my life. I was …
Rain Wind and Sunshine
January in Texas is always interesting. Last week, we had nonstop rain. I thought it would never end. Then, when it finally cleared off by Sunday we had the craziest wind I have ever experienced in this part of Texas! I went out to give Chance a groom, and I literally though we were going …
High Horses
With so much talk of recent suspensions of high profile riders and trainers due to their horses testing positive for banned drugs, I felt I needed to put in my two cents. There is no denying that there is a major problem in the hunter ring. It is obvious. Horses cantering along, with floppy ears …
Laurel Ashton Equestrian 