Another perspective...

21 Apr 2009 at 14:50

"They say you have to fall off a horse 100 times before you become a really good rider." Spoken with the wise authority of a long-time horseman weathered by years in the blazing sun, it was a stark contrast to instead glance down at the small, soft-spoken boy who shuffled along next to me. "I've fallen once....More

From the heart of a child..

1 Mar 2009 at 14:47

Quiet and tentative, the 9 year old girl held her breath in nervous anticipation as she approached the side of the small bay mare. Although she was reassured by the shorter stature of this gentle horse compared to the others towering over her nearby, she couldn't help but wonder if she would do something wrong to cause the mare to abruptly toss her off. With the help of the instructor, she was hoisted quickly and easily into the saddle....More

Unconditional Love...

27 Jan 2009 at 23:46

It's not every day that you get to experience love in its rawest form; love free of judgment, preconceived ideas or an expectation of something in return. In fact, many of us would be lucky to experience that once in a lifetime. When you do come across such an experience, it is one that will remain emblazoned in your mind and heart forever....More

Speaking from experience...

1 Dec 2008 at 22:15

It's difficult to find words that accurately convey or do justice to the impact that a firsthand experience can have on a person. Be it the moment of terrifying freedom you feel as a child riding your first bike without training wheels or the steady hand of a parent behind you...or the moment of sudden breathtaking beauty you witness after summiting a mountain...or even the gaping feeling of loneliness when a loved one passes away. Although they may eloquently describe those moments in time, they never seem to measure up to having that firsthand experience yourself....More

Sacrifice

4 Nov 2008 at 17:38

There is no doubt in my mind that nearly everyone is feeling the pinch of our struggling economy right now. Many of us have had to step back and evaluate where cutbacks and sacrifices can be made in order to get by. Whether it manifests itself through cutting coupons, carpooling to reduce gas consumption, or going without the "extras" we can all come up with creative ways to be more thrifty in trying times....More

From the heart...

19 Sep 2008 at 23:13

I recently had the good fortune to speak during the fund-a-need portion of the PHH Dancin' in the Dirt dinner, dance, and auction last weekend. Written improptu at 12 midnight, my thoughts were scattered but unscripted and the words come straight from my heart: When I came to People Helping Horses, I had in mind that I would play a role in rescuing and rehabilitating horses in need. I had no idea the impact the experience would have on me - I soon discovered just how reciprocal this relationship of rescue would prove to be....More