Memorial Day 2014- The Horse That Was a Marine
May 26, 2014 Comments Off on Memorial Day 2014- The Horse That Was a Marine
“Descending the ridge to reload, she carried the wounded or dead on her back. It is acknowledged that because of what Reckless accomplished in battle, many Marines came home who might not have, otherwise. “
Continue reading …Healthy Horse Show Living: Dinner Is Served
May 23, 2014 Comments Off on Healthy Horse Show Living: Dinner Is Served
If the show’s running late or you plan to stay on the fairgrounds, you can let your slow cooker do the cooking for you. How does Cilantro Lime Chicken, Enchilada Casserole, and Pot Roast sound?
Continue reading …Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Our Condolences Following the Passing of The Top Secret and RPL My Te Touching
When asked what has contributed to The Top Secret’s level of success over the past decade, Rassi cites the stallion’s “almost perfect bone structure and confirmation.”
Continue reading …Throwback Thursday- Back in the Day With Mike Carter
May 22, 2014 Comments Off on Throwback Thursday- Back in the Day With Mike Carter
“That was in western pleasure. We didn’t do a lot of grooming back then! That was before banded manes. Banded manes aren’t very old, you know, when you’re as old as me anyway.”
Continue reading …The Other Side of Marrita Black- Home Décor For the Horse Lover
May 21, 2014 Comments Off on The Other Side of Marrita Black- Home Décor For the Horse Lover
“It’s a fun challenge to see how I can incorporate a horse into the design of a lamp, mirror, or other home décor,” Black says. “I especially like art that can be used.”
Continue reading …StallWatch and Searles Will Co-Star in Upcoming Episode of “The Horse Show” With Rick Lamb
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on StallWatch and Searles Will Co-Star in Upcoming Episode of “The Horse Show” With Rick Lamb
Darla Duncan of StallWatch hopped a plane last week to visit AQHA horse trainers, Jim and Deanna Searles, at their picturesque Circle S Ranch located in Scottsdale for a little dose of Hollywood in the Arizona desert.
Continue reading …Flexing Mental Muscle in the Show Arena
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on Flexing Mental Muscle in the Show Arena
You’ve practiced your spins and gait changes daily. You’ve cleaned your show clothes and polished your silver. Your horse is perfectly banded and shimmering from nose to tail. You’re ready for the show pen.
Continue reading …Not My Day Job: The Other Life of Clothing Designer Lindsey James
May 20, 2014 Comments Off on Not My Day Job: The Other Life of Clothing Designer Lindsey James
Lindsey James is a busy and focused entrepreneur who owns a custom show apparel business, a horse boarding facility, a new purse collection, and a new wine company. This ambitious and highly accomplished equestrian thrives on challenge, creativity, and unlimited sparkle.
Continue reading …Quarter Horse Ladies Who Lunch- a Preakness Tradition
May 19, 2014 Comments Off on Quarter Horse Ladies Who Lunch- a Preakness Tradition
“I would love to be a part of the history of another Triple Crown winner and to be able to say that I was at the second race and I saw California Chrome in person.”
Continue reading …Making the Switch – Changing Trainers
May 16, 2014 Comments Off on Making the Switch – Changing Trainers
For any competitive equestrian, having the right trainer is just as important as having the right horse. But in the journey from the practice arena to first place, there may come time for a change.
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