When was the last time you thought about how much something costs? Probably pretty recently, right? Maybe it was your last trip to the grocery store or this morning when you got your coffee. For me, it was over the…
5 Tips for Adults Returning to Horseback Riding
You’ve probably been told at some point that getting back into a sport is so easy—it’s like riding a bike, they say. That’s what I was expecting when I returned to horseback riding in my mid-thirties after a decade-long hiatus….
Why It’s Important to Have an Outlet
As a caregiver and someone who is working to grow a business from the ground up, some weeks can feel overwhelming. Between meetings, calls, writing content, reaching out to my network, trying to grow my client base, and, oh yeah,…
What’s it Like to be an Equestrian?
My love for horses first began in summer camp. For a kid that didn’t come from a horse family, getting introduced to these gentle giants seemed like magic. Eventually, as my passion grew, I moved on to a summer camp…
Riding in Steil with Equisite
I love all of my pieces from Equisite Elements of Style. There’s the cozy Sofia sweater that has been on major repeat, the Nadine shirt that pairs well with everything, and the Maeve shirt that ties any look together. But…
Equestrian Apparel: Stable to Street Style with Equisite
Equestrian apparel has come a long way since I was a kid. Back then, riding breeches were beige and relatively boring, boots came in one color (black), and show shirts were required to be white. Fast forward a couple of…
The End of an Era
Along the way to my nightly visits to feed my grandmother dinner at the nursing home, I drive by the barn where I first learned to ride as a child and the place where I developed my love of horses….
Finding Time for an Old Hobby as an Adult
If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve probably seen a recent slew of horse photos (and maybe a video or two). That’s because I’ve once again returned to my roots as an equestrian. And while I still love being at…
Riding in the Rain With Redingote Equestrian
We’ve all been there—we have a fun activity planned, we’ve checked the weather a thousand times, and then Mother Nature decides to switch gears and give us some rain. Perhaps we can change the day, order a tent, or go…
Back in the Saddle
I’m excited to finally share this post and introduce you to the four-legged friend that has captured my heart (and stolen my Saturdays). Meet the sweetest Quarter Horse who has been a gentle and patient partner as I re-enter the…
The October Agenda
As if 2020 hasn’t been scary enough, we’re now entering the spookiest month of them all—October. In a typical year, I’d be in Europe right now—starting my day off with a morning hike in a vineyard before sipping on a…
A Tribute to Tim
{Tim & Me — March 2009} Over the summer, I posted about my friend Tim. But he isn’t like most friends. He’s non-verbal, more than 1500 pounds, and will love you to death if you bring treats. Yes, Tim is…