"He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her." - John 8:7 This verse is commonly quoted. The woman was accused of adultery, and back then women were stoned for that. Jesus challenged them though. No one threw a stone at the woman. This is what Jesus said next. …
Healthy Snacking
Are you a snacker? I sure am! Salty snacks are my favorite. Potato chips are my weakness. While I will never give them up completely, I am trying to have healthier and more nutrient-dense snacks. So, I decided to come up with a blog featuring some of my favorite healthy snacks. Believe me, I still …
Bareback And Free
I can't be the only horse girl who has a dream of getting on her horse bareback, and cantering around a huge open field - wind in her hair. Free. I have never done that. I have never been big on riding outside an arena, to be honest, nor have I ridden bareback many times. …
Working Out With Your Bodyweight
I have probably talked about this before, but that's okay because I think it's an important topic! In all my years, of riding and fitness'ing, I have found that some of the BEST types of workouts to help me in my riding are body weight workouts. I have ran, lifted, dance, yoga'd, and done almost …
Thoroughbred Vibes
Chance was my first thoroughbred. My first horse was a quarter horse, and my second horse was a Hanoverian. Then came Chance, and now Flynn. And you know, I am not sure I'll get other breeds. I mean, I'd never say never but I am officially obsessed with thoroughbreds. Over the past almost nine years …
More Than A Pretty Picture
Following Jesus is more than pretty pictures of a Bible, and quoting Bible verses - as I have been reminded this past week that I have actually been getting into The Word every day. It is just that: following Him. It is relying on Him, instead of myself. Pursuing His will instead of my own. …
Flynn Rider The Horse
"I don't want the perfect horse. I want the right horse." - Amy Fleming, Heartland Season 13 Flynn Rider the horse. That quote about sums it up. He's not the fancy 3'6" warmblood like I used to dream about, but he has one of the best minds and sweetest souls I've seen in a long …
Taking Breaks From Riding
I am missing the boys like crazy, but if I learned anything from my two-ish years off of riding it’s that a little separation can be a good thing - though difficult. I used to make horses the center of my life. An idol, you could say. I would never willingly take time off of …
When It Comes To Health & Fitness
For those of you that have been following along for a while, you know that besides being an avid equestrian and nursing student, I am also a fitness coach. I partner with Beachbody to provide nutrition supplements, meal plans, and workout programs along with one on one coaching. I really try to keep things simple …
Arizona Adventures
As I mentioned in my last couple of blogs, I am currently visiting my boyfriend in Arizona for the next few weeks since I have a nice long break from school. I am bummed I couldn't bring the horses, but I do have my dog Khloe here! Maybe the boys will get to come next …
Laurel Ashton Equestrian 