This past week has been an adjustment time all around, but after a few spa-like appointments, it’s great to see Factor seem confident with his new surroundings. He has stopped calling when I let him loose in the indoor (not consistent calling, just once to hear who responded…so far, no one…) but is quick to offer a whicker hello every time he hears me in the barn aisle. It’s also given me a chance to learn some more of his quirks!
Read MoreMother Nature hit us with something like 14 inches of snow over the last 24 hours - definitely the largest amount dumped on us this winter. While the temperature was warmer than it has been over the last few days (hovering around freezing most of the day) it was blustery and windy, basically the right kind of weather to move snow through any crack or opening in a structure.
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This weekend marks a new change for Factor and me: we have moved to a new farm!
Read MoreIn discussion with my house mates, a comment got passed around about how we’re already almost a month into January, and hardly any snow. The general consensus was that this was by no means indicative of the next two months… We are, inevitably, about to enter the dead of winter.
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There are many jokes that seem to filter through the equine community, specifically correlating to the concept of what it means to be an equestrian, to be "horse crazy", or a rider. For most of us - and it is true, the majority of riders are female - it started before we could understand what it is to be "obsessed" with something.
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My lovely now-4 year old (technically, but his actual birthday is next Saturday on the 21st) and I have been working on some key goals since the new year: Power Steering, and Anti-Lock Breaks.
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As we pass into a new year, it is often the time people reflect on the past cycle and put thought into their intentions going forward. I don’t know that necessarily subscribe to the annual ritual and it’s celebrations, but reflection is never bad if you are seeking to learn.
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