If you have been following me for a while now, you know that I have dealt with quite a few injuries and health issues with Chance. Well, he has been at it again lately! About a month ago, he did something to his stifle. He recovered from that, but still has not been quite right. …
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Sweet Potato Hash
Sweet potato hash! This is a recipe from the Country Heat meal plan that I made my own (because it is impossible for me to follow a recipe). This dish is great for a breakfast side, or really for any time of the day! It is quick and easy to make! Ingredients: *Sweet potato, onion, …
My Two Cents
There has been debate in the social media world of equestrian lately, regarding the use of certain rider aids like draw reigns, harsh bits, and even spurs. The "blood rule" has been discussed heavily, as more and more top riders are disqualified for leaving bad spur marks on their horses. I figured that I would …
Jump into a Healthier Lifestyle
As horse people, we tend to care more for our horses' health than our own. But when we choose to live a healthier life, we become better horse people! However, these days, with so many books, programs, and crazy diets it can be very overwhelming to make those necessary changes! Not to mention the fact …
It’s a Pizza Kind of Week
Eating a healthy diet, with specific restrictions does not have to mean cooking meals from scratch every day. Sometimes life gets crazy! Between working, riding, and building this farm it is so nice to have a few things in my freezer that I can whip up on a busy evening. Daiya makes great gluten free, …
No Shame in Fear
Well, fall is not off to the best start! The first cooler day, I get bucked off. It was my fault, truthfully. I was asking for a lead change, at the spooky end of the ring, and I was not sitting up. Actually, I was leaning over his shoulder! Needless to say, when he spooked …
Grand Slam
This past Saturday at Keeneland, one very special horse made history yet again. In his final race, American Pharoah became the first horse to win the Triple Crown and the Breeders' Cup Classic one and quarter mile race, or the "Grand Slam." Like his other races, it was incredible to watch. He smoked everyone else. …
Love It As An Art
"Think of riding as a science, but love it as an art." - George Morris There are many technical details to think about while on a horse, especially in the hunter ring. Creating a good ride often involves breaking down and analyzing each detail about the course and how the horse will react to it. However, …
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 …
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 …
Laurel Ashton Equestrian 