What a beautiful day!! Nothing like surviving a brutal Canadian winter on the prairies to make everyone truly appreciate a warm sunny day! As the sun streamed in through the picture window and I could see the water start to run from the melting knee deep snow I couldn't get to the barn fast enough.…
My Lexi continues to teach me things I'd have never otherwise discovered. The time spent with her is a gift I always appreciate. Perhaps it's because I waited so long and worked so hard for her. Perhaps she's just the right horse at the right time. We spent some quiet time together this weekend. Our…
We awoke to a frosty Sunday morning today! Temperatures dropped over the weekend and it appears we are in for some cooler temperatures this week. I prepared Lexi's bucket to take down and have a little visit with her. I bundled well to ward off the bitter cold so I could spend a little time…
After a particularly stressful and frustrating work day I was very much looking forward to my evening at the barn. I could feel myself getting lighter and a smile creeping through the crease in my brow as I drew nearer to my happy place. My coach had a lesson in progress when I arrived, but…
These past months have been an ardent test of patience to be sure as I struggled to do even the bare minimum with my Lexi. But this week marked a few more steps forward. Baby Steps, but forward steps none the less! I was able to start physio on Monday. After a thorough assessment they…
We had a positive night tonight. Our barn manager was outside when I arrived at the barn tonight. She graciously offered to help me bring Lexi in. I thankfully accepted. She was able to provide some guidance with a couple of areas I was uncertain in when going into the paddock and interacting with another…
Today I left the barn nearly in tears for the first time. I'm so frustrated with my injury holding me back. I've lost almost all confidence. I am acutely aware that I am still pretty vulnerable and may still have a couple more months before I'm cleared to ride. It's getting to be a painfully…
I got to spend some time with my girl today! It's been a busy few weeks! I've only had opportunity for short visits at the paddock to give her a bucket and some loves. It's a tricky balance to keep up the pace with work, Christmas preparations, company and trying to spend time with my…
Today we awoke to an amazing story book winter wonderland! The previous night we were enveloped in a thick ice fog. Visibility was near zero as I cautiously navigated the dark eerie roads on my way into town. The heavy blanket of fog allowed for very little point of reference as to just where I…
As so many are celebrating Thanksgiving today, it seems fitting that I too am feeling exceptionally thankful today. I've had some hurdles since my injury. The physical aspects seemed the most concerning initially. However as the physical injury healed I was left with a little anxiety feeling a bit vulnerable as I was now acutely…
