So, turns out I am a (semi) horrible horse Mom. Let's all cry about that and share horrible horse Mom stories to make each other feel better. Turns out Abbey does have a little bit of attitude (mother like daughter, I'm sure my mother is saying). Also, turns out she is one hard to fit horse for a saddle. …
Author: The Nervous Equestrian
Returning back to the saddle as an adult, while battling broken bones, a crushed confidence but filled with love and passion to not give up. I blog about my struggles, achievements, from lessons and show recaps.
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Why I Ride
There are 100s of reasons why I ride horses. From simple reasons, to more meaningful reasons. There are just so many reasons why I am so in love with these magical unicorns that grace our lives. We all have those top reasons why we ride. Why we shake the dirt off after hitting the ground and get back on …
Trust
Trust. Easy word to say, spell and think. But even harder to do. Trusting your horse. Trusting your mind to let go. Trusting your instincts. Everything in every little sense comes down to trust. I have had a couple of rides now on Abbey. She is so sweet, with an even sweeter personality! I seriously lucked out for my first horse. But, …
O.M.G
This past week has been such a wind whirl of emotions. Emotions I didn't think my 30-year-old self could experience. The first stressful one was, I RAN OUT OF WINE. And... the worst part is, I still don't have any wine in my house as I write this (seriously heart shattering). The second stressful/best emotion ever …
Why
Do you ever sit and think "why"? Why do the things that happen, happen? Why does it seem like doors are always closing? Why does it seem like the universe is pushing against you? I've been asking myself those questions a lot lately. Not only with riding, but with my personal life as well. I …
The Nervous Equestrian 