The Story of PF Blondy’s Hickory aka “Nilla”
January 9, 2014 Comments Off on The Story of PF Blondy’s Hickory aka “Nilla”
We rescued Nilla as a untrained and unwanted 3-year-old. We nursed her back to health, and my husband trained her.
Continue reading …The Journey From a $350 Abused Weanling to a Multiple World Champion
January 8, 2014 Comments Off on The Journey From a $350 Abused Weanling to a Multiple World Champion
“Saddie came into my life as an untamed grade yearling filly in August 1995. We bought her for a total of $350, which my mom worked off in trade by babysitting two young girls.”
Continue reading …From a “Select” Point of View With Candace Jussen
December 24, 2013 Comments Off on From a “Select” Point of View With Candace Jussen
One thing is for sure; as we “mature,” lots of things change, mostly our bodies. Maybe not our determination, but in some ways our abilities certainly change. Many years ago, it was nothing for me to show halter in the morning and then take on five or six riding classes throughout the day.
Continue reading …There’s Still Time to Make Fun Holiday Horse Gifts
December 10, 2013 Comments Off on There’s Still Time to Make Fun Holiday Horse Gifts
It’s that time of year when we want to cozy down and do something homey. Ponies range in size from 9″ to 26″ depending on your choice of yarns and hooks.
Continue reading …2013 POA Congress: Leonard Lewis and Daniels Futurity Winners, “Double” Dutch Daytona and Emily Herzberg
December 10, 2013 Comments Off on 2013 POA Congress: Leonard Lewis and Daniels Futurity Winners, “Double” Dutch Daytona and Emily Herzberg
“It was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of show for us. I don’t think Emily actually realizes all she accomplished. I was so proud to see what a poised, elegant rider Emily has become.”
Continue reading …Building Blocks of More Than Just a Model Stable Contest Winner
December 4, 2013 Comments Off on Building Blocks of More Than Just a Model Stable Contest Winner
One of my fondest memories was the first time I washed her barn jacket. She put it on, sniffed it, and gave me heck because I washed it and it didn’t smell like barn anymore. I knew she was hooked.
Continue reading …Four Alternatives to Owning a Horse
November 19, 2013 Comments Off on Four Alternatives to Owning a Horse
Recently, I wrote a blog called “10 Reasons Your Daughter Should Own a Horse,” which detailed all the benefits of horse ownership for teenage girls. Now, I’ve been compelled to address the next logical step in the consideration process.
Continue reading …Excusing School Absences For Horse Shows
November 5, 2013 Comments Off on Excusing School Absences For Horse Shows
Blog by: Wild Oats Farm, courtesy of Courtsey Promotions As parents of two children that show horses, we know that school absences can often be a hassle when taking your kids out of school for horse shows. We have used this letter to give to the school about the the girls absences, and it has […]
Continue reading …A Birthday Pony to Replace One That Was Lost
November 1, 2013 Comments Off on A Birthday Pony to Replace One That Was Lost
Fanny is a small, bomb-proof, black and white leopard that loves little boys; she was perfect. Arrangements were made by Joanna to surprise the family by bringing this pony back from the POA International Futurity and Sale.
Continue reading …10 Reasons Your Teenage Daughter Should Own a Horse
October 31, 2013 Comments Off on 10 Reasons Your Teenage Daughter Should Own a Horse
Blog by: Hannah E. Broaddus I was one hell of a teenager: utterly independent, debated everything, and sought full control over my own life by the time I was 13. Looking back, it was actually my horse that kept me safe and out of trouble, when my parents could only do so much. There are […]
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