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From Training to Facilities

August 5, 2020August 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Are You Living Your Dream Job? by Karen Pickering I wake up each day thankful for the opportunity I’ve been given to work in the horse industry. I love working with horse people, especially those who are living the dream and running their own facility. While the horse business …

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Performance and Pleasure

August 5, 2020July 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Learning New Things by Karen Pickering Recently I’ve begun a journey of healing and rest with my horse, April. She’s the best horse I could ever ask for and she has been my performance horse. If ever there was a connection between horse and rider, she and I feel …

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Equipment for the Everyday Rider

August 5, 2020June 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Choosing the Right Equipment for the Job by Karen Pickering I love shopping for horse tack and equipment; it just makes owning a horse more fun. The challenge comes when trying to decide where to buy your gear to get the most for your money. This isn’t always just …

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It’s All About the Fun!

August 5, 2020May 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Attend a Spring Riding Clinic by Karen Pickering I love this time of year. Green grass and sunshine, combined with fun horse expos and clinics simply add up to an improved disposition for my horses and me. Today I’m starting a new chapter with a horse named Feather. She …

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When the Timing is Just Right

August 5, 2020April 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Introducing a Horse Named Feather by Karen Pickering April has been the best horse anyone could ask for. She’s been a constant companion and over the years we’ve shared many memorable events. Sadly, her navicular disease has finally started to take its toll. Over the last year (during which …

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Dreaming of a New Horse Barn

August 5, 2020March 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Turning Dreams into Reality by Karen Pickering For years I’ve dreamed of owning a beautiful, efficient horse facility. It seems elusive, but I’m determined! This past year has made me realize more than ever the importance of chore efficiency. For me, cleaning the barn quickly so I can do …

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The Best Thing About the Equestrian Life

August 5, 2020February 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

A Tribute to the True Horse Person by Karen Pickering This issue is for the person that gets out of bed at an unbelievable hour, with a smile, to feed horses and clean stalls. They yearn for the smell of fresh cut hay and the soft touch of a …

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Embracing the Journey

August 5, 2020January 1, 2016 by Karen Pickering

Looking Ahead to 2016 by Karen Pickering December 11, 2014 is a day that changed Mark and me forever. While I reject the idea from doctors that, “this is your new normal,” I also realize that because of Mark’s stroke, things will never be the same. It’s a new …

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The Gift of Giving

August 5, 2020November 1, 2015 by Karen Pickering

On the Receiving End of Kindness by Karen Pickering As Mark and I approach the one year anniversary of his stroke, I’m reflecting on the generous nature of the community we serve. From the “Go Fund Me” account, to auctions held by friends and neighbors, to work days at …

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The Importance of Wellness

August 5, 2020October 16, 2015 by Karen Pickering

Friends, Family and Horses Help Keep Us Healthy by Karen Pickering Wellness: The condition of good physical and mental health, especially when maintained by proper diet, exercise, and habits. With my husband’s health challenges and my own battle to stay healthy to care for him, run the magazine and …

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