We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. Albert Einstein I just returned from the AHA annual convention and our organization has many dedicated people who work very hard to keep everything working. Love the tag line Connect, collaborate and create. The most interesting thing about all [...]
After my post from last Friday this might seem a little harsh, but here goes and it is really a different topic. “How long will it take to train my horse” is the same as “how much is this going to cost me?” The problem is you don’t know until you know. I read (listened [...]
Anaïs Nin: “And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” I first heard this Anais Nin quote in the book “You are a bad ass” by Jen Sincero. It came to mind when I was thinking about how hard entering [...]
Ever seen someone running to the bathroom right before a class? Nerves could be getting to them. It’s happened to me before. Not trying to brag, but I have also been in a class and thought “unless I fall off I should win”. Neither thought, being scared of the competition or thinking you’re better [...]
We have been starting some young horses since the end of show season. Over the last couple months I have read a few things on equine stress. Stories are told of how in the “old days” people would break horses, meaning they would break the horse’s spirit. I won’t discuss that too much. Here is [...]
WTH?? How many people actually like paperwork? I was an accountant for 5 years and hated it. I do paperwork when I have to. Organization is another great time. Now that my complaining is done, here is a thought. Do it once and do it now. I was listening to a book on software development [...]
“The mind is everything. What you think you become.” Buddha I just got home from our National show. I am very proud of all the clients and horses and this was probably our most successful showing at a national event. Thank you to all involved. It set me back a bit when I was looking [...]