Embracing the Season
I went for a ride this morning. What a beautiful day and a splendid way to start the day. Sometimes when I’m stuck on a challenge in my office, I find it helps to pull myself away and get some perspective on the back of my horse. We are in a time of incredible change. Technology has taken off, and keeping up is overwhelming at times. The economic challenge many are now facing can be a deterrent to our plans.
Have faith! Things will get better. Life has its ebb and flow so learn to ride the wave. I am always amazed at how things have changed since I started the magazine in December of 1995. My steepest challenges often birth an outcome I never expected. In every disappointment there is always a silver lining.
We have so many exciting things happening now. The response on the new directory has been great! If you haven’t checked out www.horsesource.org, be sure and find some time to explore over 2,000 equine-related services and products. Better yet, if you have a horse business, you need to be listed. You can have up to 10 images and loads of room to share your story. I get so many calls asking for services that we decided to make some changes and serve you even better!
Today I’m feeling blessed to get to work with the people on my team. It’s rare that people stick with any organization for several years. I’m happy to say that most of my team has been with me over 10 years. It’s the joy of working in the horse industry and the people we serve. Same with our client base. Our long-term customers keep bringing you the magazine each month along with our members. Be sure and check out our membership program. We’ve added some great new products this month so don’t miss out. Find out more at nwhorsesource.com/membership.
Lastly, as fall is upon us and the holidays are near, know how thankful we are to our readers, viewers, members and customers for making The Northwest Horse Source possible. Thank you for the years of allowing us to bring quality information to our community. Enjoy the season!
“Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress. Working hard for something we love is called passion.” – Simon Sinek, Author/Speaker
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November 2024
Owner / Publisher | Canfield Certified Trainer
Karen Pickering is a lifelong horsewoman and the founder of The Northwest Horse Source, which began in 1995 as a small equine newsletter and grew into a respected industry publication. With more than 30 years of experience serving the horse community, Karen now focuses on helping equine businesses and organizations build visibility, credibility, and lasting relationships through online marketing, digital promotion, and educational platforms.
As a Canfield Certified Trainer, she blends proven success principles with real-world industry experience, supporting both businesses and individuals navigating change in today’s digital landscape. Karen remains deeply connected to the horse industry and is passionate about serving the community she has helped build for over three decades.
