She replays the round in her mind before she even gets back to the barn. The distance to fence three was fine. The lead change happened. The horse jumped well. Her trainer even said, “That was a good trip.” But all she can think is: I should...
Emma sat on the mounting block, watching her friend head into the ring. They used to show the same division. Same height. Same goals. Now her friend was confidently stepping up to the next level, while Emma was still right where she’d been. She clapped...
Dyslexia and ADHD often show up together—more than most people realize. I’ve seen it again and again in the equestrian world, and honestly, it makes sense. Many riders who have ADHD also struggle with reading, remembering patterns, or processing verbal instructions quickly. And when you...
If you’ve spent time with me in the barn, at a horse show, or in conversation outside the ring, you’ve probably noticed something: I sometimes interrupt. It’s not my proudest habit, and it’s not that I don’t respect others, it’s just one of the ways...
Last week, I had the privilege of competing in two derbies at the World Equestrian Center stadium — a truly special experience. The courses were gorgeous, the atmosphere electric, and I felt proud and grateful to be there with such an incredible horse, a dedicated...