Spending Time at Home Encourages Reflection I have had much time to think about what’s really important in my life. Naturally, my horses are at the top of the list (and keeping cool). Wow has our Pacific Northwest weather ever been hot. We just purchased a 2nd A/C unit to …
I’m just sitting here in the outpatient ward with my husband waiting for more answers, hoping for good news. Mark’s stroke in December swept both of us off our feet. Lately, we feel as if we’ve been caught in a revolving door at the hospital. So many things have happened …
Experience a clinic just for handling your trailer I’d never heard the term “trailer rodeo” before but soon I was deeply entrenched in all the information about maneuvering a trailer. I’ve been pulling horses for most of my life but I quickly realized I had much to learn (and unlearn). …
The Unexpected Gift: Triumph through Trials by Karen Pickering As we approach the end of winter and prepare for spring, I am reminded that there is always something to be thankful for. It has become so apparent what is truly important in life. Things can change in moment, like they …
Just up the road is a field, with two horses in it. From a distance, each looks like every other horse. But if you stop your car, or are walking by, you will notice something quite amazing. Looking into the eyes of one horse will disclose that he is blind. His owner …
A very expensive lesson in proper braking by Karen Pickering (June 22, 2013) – It was an absolutely splendid weekend—riding horseback around Lake Wenatchee with friends made for a relaxing, fun time. Our base was Stonewater Ranch, a faith-based horse camp for kids learning to find their way in the …
Some helpful tips to make your trip more enjoyable (Originally published June 2013) by Karen Pickering It’s time to get out and enjoy the great northwest so we’ve put together some helpful tips in preparation for your camping or horse show weekend. I just returned from a weekend of horse …