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Why Bodywork is Essential for Young Horses in Training - And Why "Wanting Compensation" misses the mark.
Recently, I overheard a conversation in a barn about a young horse just starting into re-training. Someone remarked they heard that in a young horse, you want compensations during training so they can carry themselves right. That phrase stuck with me, because it reflects a misunderstanding that shows up often with young horses: compensation isn’t something a horse needs/wants to do the job— it’s something a horse resorts to. Young horses are still learning their bodies and a
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Jan 32 min read


Stormy’s Recovery Journal – A Summer of Healing (Entry #2)
Stormy’s recovery continues to surprise and amaze us, and it feels like such a blessing to be writing this update. At the end of June,...
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Aug 23, 20252 min read


Stormy's Road to Recovery: A New Chapter Begins
Stormy’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary — a story of heartbreak, grit, hope, and healing that has touched so many of you...
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Jul 30, 20252 min read
The Powerful Connection: How the Horse-Human Bond Enhances Wellness
Horses have been part of our lives for centuries; not just as work animals, but as loyal friends, teachers, and even healers. Whether...
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Feb 18, 20252 min read
The Silent Battle: Respect and the Horse World in the Age of Social Media
In the horse world, we all share a common passion, a love for these magnificent creatures who inspire, challenge, and reward us every...
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Aug 28, 20243 min read


Welcome to the Ethereal Horse Blog!
I bask in the beauty of my life with horses. I bask in the disguised privilege I have to tromp through the mud in the spring and stand in...
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Mar 23, 20232 min read
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