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Nothing Like a Little Fresh Air

August 5, 2020May 1, 2012 by Karen Pickering

Spring Expos help Prepare for Summer Riding by Karen Pickering I look forward to spring and summer as this is the time of year to get out on the trails, go camping and enjoy the outdoors. It’s a chance for our horses to stretch their legs, too, especially if …

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Equine Events

August 5, 2020April 1, 2012 by Karen Pickering

Horse Activities in Full Swing by Karen Pickering I lost my mom over a month ago; she was 93 years old. These recent expos bring back fond memories of traveling to equine events with her. She was my biggest supporter over the years and a big part of the …

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A Dream Come True

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Karen Pickering

On Choosing an Equine Lifestyle by Karen Pickering It was summer of 1995 when I decided I wanted to create a magazine. Decisions are sometimes difficult and life choices are not easy, but I believe the magazine is what I was meant to do. I’m privileged and lucky to …

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It’s Out of My Control!

August 5, 2020December 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

50 is Frustrating and (with a bit of fun) Fabulous by Karen Pickering I’m doing too much. Since I just turned 50 I feel kind of like a senior—my brain wants me to do all these things, but my body just can’t keep up! Frustrating. Life has been a …

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Gifts of Time

August 5, 2020November 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

Enjoy Every Minute This Holiday Season by Karen Pickering As I write this piece for our November gift issue I’m preparing for a weekend of trail riding at Washington State Horse Park in Cle Elm, Washington. The last several weeks have been a whirlwind of activity for me and …

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Wellness With Purpose

August 5, 2020October 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

by Karen Pickering For those experiencing them, the golden years don’t always seem that way. However for two hours a couple of weeks ago they took on a golden hue for my retired mare Dawn, and some of the folks at Stafholt’s retirement home in Blaine, Washington. The retired …

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Learning is an Investment

August 5, 2020September 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

The Journey to Enjoying Your Horse by Karen Pickering It has been a glorious weekend of sunshine and horses. The summer is already half over before it’s begun, but we made it down to the trailhead for an enjoyable Saturday ride. It’s my favorite thing to do. It’s …

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40,000 Feet to Think Clearly

August 5, 2020August 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

American Horse Publications Seminar inspires again I’m at 40,000 feet basking in the memories of a great weekend at the American Horse Publications Seminar in San Diego. It’s always good to reconnect with old friends as well as meeting some new ones. On the flight home I had time …

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New Horse Facility in the Pacific Northwest!

August 5, 2020July 1, 2011 by Karen Pickering

Several clubs enjoy new arena for shows By Karen Pickering It was a relaxing afternoon taking pictures of April’s mane as I was trying a new detangler made by Absorbine Products. It’s one of the things I enjoy about the magazine, trying new products. April doesn’t mind, she seems …

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