What the Horse Already Knows: On Learning to Ride in Adulthood

What can a horse teach you that life cannot? Learning to ride as an adult is about far more than balance or technique. Through her journey with her mustang, True Haven, the author discovers that horseback riding is an exercise in patience, trust, self-awareness, and authentic leadership. Along the way, she explores the often-overlooked history […]
The Ride That Remembers: On Juneteenth, Black Cowboys, and the Tradition of Freedom on Horseback

What can a horse teach us about freedom, heritage, and community? This Juneteenth reflection explores the enduring legacy of Black cowboys, the history of Black rodeos, and the cultural traditions that have celebrated freedom on horseback for generations. Through personal experiences with mustang training, visits to historic Black Western sites, and the living traditions of […]