As the year comes to a close, social media fills with highlight reels: championship photos, ribbons lined up just right, year-end awards, and big goals checked off lists. And truly, those moments deserve to be celebrated. Hard work, dedication, and countless hours in the barn lead to achievements worth being proud of. But as we … Continue reading Celebrating the Year—One Small Victory at a Time
Why I Joined the AHA Discovery Farm Program — And How We Can Make It a Success
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years around Arabian horses, it’s this: nothing compares to seeing them in person. Their kindness. Their athleticism. The way they lean into people with a soft eye and a curious mind. You can describe it all day long, but when someone meets an Arabian? That’s the moment … Continue reading Why I Joined the AHA Discovery Farm Program — And How We Can Make It a Success
The Power of Good Friends at Horse Shows
At the end of the day, we all show horses because we love the horses. The smell of the barns, the quiet morning schooling sessions, the thrill of hearing your number called: it’s all because of the connection we have with these amazing animals. If I’ve learned anything over the years, it’s that the people … Continue reading The Power of Good Friends at Horse Shows
✂️ The Ultimate Guide to Body Clipping Your Horse
Joey about three weeks after body clipping! There comes a point every fall when you realize your horse has officially transformed into a fuzzy woolly mammoth. Sweat takes forever to dry, currying turns into an arm workout, and cool-downs double in length. That’s when it hits you: it’s clipping season. Body clipping isn’t just about … Continue reading ✂️ The Ultimate Guide to Body Clipping Your Horse
Arabian Sport Horse Nationals 2025
We are back from the 2025 Sport Horse Nationals with full hearts, tired smiles, and one very accomplished horse. Chrome exceeded every single expectation this week, and then some! Honestly, I was happy way back on day one when he snagged his first ribbon of the show 😂 From there, it only got better. Taking … Continue reading Arabian Sport Horse Nationals 2025
Start at the Very Beginning
Most of my friends (and yes, that includes some of you silent followers who never comment 👀) probably think of me as a hunter pleasure rider through and through. And hey—you're not wrong! But what you see now isn’t where I started. Not even close. Let’s rewind a little. Technically, my first rated show was … Continue reading Start at the Very Beginning
Part 2: 6 Real Fixes to Make the AHA Amateur Leveling System Work Better
In Part 1, we explored the origin of the AHA’s Amateur Exhibitor Leveling System—and how I helped shape the Choice and Elite levels to better support riders across experience tiers. It was a game-changer. For a while. But times change. Class sizes have shrunk, divisions have blurred, and the Leveling System—while built with good intentions—is … Continue reading Part 2: 6 Real Fixes to Make the AHA Amateur Leveling System Work Better
Leveling the Playing Field: How I Helped Shape the AHA Amateur System (and Why It Might Be Time for a Rethink)
The Arabian horse show world is a wild mix of rhinestones, adrenaline, elegance, and, yes, strategy. For years, I’ve watched talented amateur exhibitors show up with heart, hustle, and beautiful horses only to end up discouraged because the playing field felt wildly uneven. So I got involved. When the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) began developing … Continue reading Leveling the Playing Field: How I Helped Shape the AHA Amateur System (and Why It Might Be Time for a Rethink)
The Quiet Rider: Life as an Introvert in the Horse Show World
Let’s get this out of the way: I’m an introvert. Actually, let's make that an awkward introvert. By introvert, I mean someone who recharges by being alone, finds large social situations draining, and would rather deep-dive into one meaningful conversation than make small talk with 20 different people. It doesn’t mean I dislike people — … Continue reading The Quiet Rider: Life as an Introvert in the Horse Show World
Let People Enjoy Their Horses: Why Kindness at Events Matters More Than You Think
Let’s set the scene: You're at a horse show. The sun is shining, hooves are polished, and there’s that electric mix of nerves and excitement in the air. But then... someone does something “not quite by the book.” Maybe their headgear isn't right. Maybe their tack is slightly wrong. Maybe their horse is... a little … Continue reading Let People Enjoy Their Horses: Why Kindness at Events Matters More Than You Think
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