Confidence isnāt just about being braveāitās about believing in yourself, trusting your instincts, and trying new things even when theyāre hard. Horses can play an incredible role in this process. At Strides to Excellence, we often see children come in a little unsureānervous around these big animals, hesitant to try…
Have you noticed how easy it is these days for kids to get glued to screens? While technology definitely has its place, I often wonder if children are missing out on the simpler joys that help them learn, grow, and slow down a bit. I may not have children or…
Itās Getting Hot Out Hereā¦ Summer in South Texas is no joke. When the temperatures soar, weāre reaching for ice water and shadeāand our horses are doing the same (well, minus the ice water). Over the years, Iāve learned a few simple but important ways to help my herd stay…
If you’ve ever seen a horse curl their upper lip high in the air like they’re laughing at a joke only they understand, you’re not alone. Itās one of those quirky, unforgettable moments that makes you stop and go, āWhat on earth is going on here?ā Iāve had quite a…
Like so many little girls, I wanted a horse more than anything. I remember being just four or five years old, thrilled beyond words to climb onto the back of a pony the man brought around for pictures. I donāt have a photo of that moment, but I can still…
