08/14/2026
Sometimes the biggest wins don’t happen in the show pen. This mare has never been one to enjoy having her face touched. She’s pretty particular about who she trusts and how close she lets you get.
But this little girl has spent all summer putting in the work. Showing up, learning, being patient, and getting this mare ready to show. And then there was this moment.
She wrapped her arms around her, and instead of pulling away, this mare dropped her head and completely melted into the hug.
You can’t force that kind of trust. You earn it. These are the moments I love most about teaching kids and horses. The ribbons are fun, but watching a partnership like this grow right in front of you means a whole lot more.