I am a little delayed in posting about my trip to Disney World! I came home last Monday, and was promptly stricken with a nasty cold. But better late than never! Like I said in my last post, "Disney World Here I Come!" I was there for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon on Saturday night, and other …
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Disney World Here I Come!
"Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever."-Walt Disney I am off to the most magical place on earth bright and early tomorrow morning! Saturday night, I will be running in the Wine and Dine Half Marathon! It will be my first half marathon, so I am a little nervous. My …
A Simple Ride and Writer’s Block
I have had writer's block when it comes to this blog lately, and I realized that it is because my riding life has been going well. Most days are pleasant and simple. I seem to draw inspiration from the hard days, the days that are so incredibly frustrating yet so educational. I started this blog in …
Like a Pro
I have an extremely difficult horse that is oftentimes out of my league. I could sell him and get something quieter, more broke, or just easier but I seem to be ridiculously attached to him; and honestly, I think deep down I love the challenge that he is. Even though we are not cleaning up …
The Ride You Give
Yesterday, I read a post from Horse Collaborative called "The Horse Feels What He Feels", by Denny Emerson. Denny Emerson was name "One of the 50 most influential horsemen of he Twentieth Century" by Chronicle of the Horse, and was elected to the USEA Hall of Fame in 2005. He is also the only rider to win a …
Gone Country
I have been in the process of moving over the past few weeks. My family has owned land in Montgomery, Texas for the past year and we are currently building on it; so I am renting a place next door to be around throughout the process. Construction on the horse barn and fencing should start soon, …
It’s The Weekend
Happy Friday, everyone! I hope you all have a fabulous weekend. I am riding today, then I plan to spend the rest of it of it in the pool!! I also plan to get some good runs in, and my sister is coming into town to celebrate by birthday which is Monday 🙂 August is …
The Pharoah Does it Again
"This horse, he just keeps bringing it." - Bob Baffert, Associated Press Yesterday, American Pharoah won the Haskell Invitational at Monmouth County race track in New Jersey. I was not able to watch it live, but Breeder's Cup World Championships posted a video on YouTube of his race. Once again, he just cruises along then effortlessly pulls so …
Quote of the Week
"A horseman should know neither fear, nor anger." - James Rarey
Happy Fourth of July
Wishing you all a happy Fourth of July weekend! ~ Laurel
Laurel Ashton Equestrian 