Guest Author: Kim Bishop I was just a young girl when I saw the 1967 movie version of “Dr. Doolittle” but I was captivated by how remarkable it would be to talk with animals. I considered this to be a fantasy until animals themselves began to expand my experience. Of course, research into human-animal communication [...]
When Leanne came to me with the idea of starting a blog together I was a little overwhelmed. While I have learned so much about horses and humans in my years on this planet I also feel that I have so much to learn. After thinking and talking it out we decided to go ahead [...]
“The origin of the word "courage" comes from the word "cour", which mean heart, and it means to completely share your story with your whole heart.” ― Brené Brown, The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connections and Courage I hesitated to write this post… but I am channeling some Brene Brown because I think [...]
Written By Lindsey Wade When I got the call I was in the middle of some ground work with my favorite horse, River, at the equine therapy farm where I volunteered. It was Les, the corral boss at the dude ranch in Montana where I had applied, inviting me to come work as a [...]
‘Your horse is a mirror to your soul’ – that famous line by Buck Brannaman is one that almost every person in the horse world has heard, and probably also felt deeply. When we are connected and in harmony with our horse this idea that we can mirror each other physically and emotionally is pure [...]
This time of year, there seems to be one million dollar question… or argument, depending on who you are speaking with. Should I blanket my horse? Should I not blanket my horse? The purpose of this post is not to answer this question for you but instead to gather resources that empower you to feel [...]
It’s time for fall vet checkups and just as talk about the doctor or dentist can bring some of us humans anxiety, the idea of having our horses seen by the vet can bring about similar feelings especially if past vet visits have not gone well. In honor of Halloween this Thursday we want to [...]
Finding Time to Learn Since moving to Indiana in early July, I have had the privilege of devoting more time to developing my own horsemanship. Not only have I had time to read new books and watch new training videos, but I have also been able to take lessons both on the ground and under [...]
Recently I have been working with a fellow boarder’s horse since she is limited on time. The horse, D, spent some time alone before moving to this barn and at some point, in his past, a pasture mate passed away as well, a recent story of a mother orca carrying her dead infant has been [...]
Dear Izzie, When I think of our time together so many memories and thoughts flood my head. Some make me laugh, some make me cry but all make me feel such a sense of gratitude. I knew the day that I met you that you were special. You were terrified, but you were interested, so [...]
