I originally wrote this piece in the weeks before my mare Skye’s passing. I wasn’t sure I would ever share it as my heart is remains raw. But now, looking back, I can see how the lessons I received in being present with Dexter’s death became threads that were later woven into my experience with […]
This summer, I’ve been living inside a threshold. I am standing at the edge of what was, and not yet across into what will be. Losing my soul horse, Skye, in July has reshaped me in ways I am still discovering. Her absence has left a quiet space that is tender, raw, and holy. In […]
Now that summer has fully arrived-sun high, wild flowers in full bloom and the horses covered in a layer of warmth and dust-I find myself reflecting on something that stirred quietly but profoundly this spring. Early spring, with its soft light, new shoots, and the scent of damp earth, always feels like a sacred threshold. […]
Somewhere along the path to “success,” we learned that the world rewards speed. Fast thinking. Fast action. Quick decisions. Constant productivity. As women, we’ve been praised for how much we can hold, how quickly we can pivot, how seamlessly we can manage homes, careers, families, relationships—all while rarely skipping a beat. But what no one […]
When I began exploring breathwork, it felt as though I’d discovered a key to unlocking a new level of self-awareness and understanding with my horse. This simple practice opened my eyes to the connection we share with all living things. Breath is more than just air—it’s a bridge that connects us not only to our […]
Every horse owner dreams of a “perfect” horse- easy to catch, gentle to ride, unfazed by new trails, and steady amidst bustling traffic. My new mare, Jewel, embodies this dream. She handles everything with such ease that it’s almost surreal. However, a recent encounter during a rainstorm revealed something profound about her—and me. As the […]