There comes a time in every equestrian girl’s (or boy’s, or barn rat’s) life when she’s standing in the cross-ties, brushing her horse’s shoulder in endless little circles, and quietly asking herself: “Is this still working?” And no, I don’t mean the hoof oil or that saddle pad that keeps slipping—I mean your trainer. It’s one…
Archives for July 2025
Redmond Gold: The Garlic-Scented Miracle My Horse Actually Eats
I didn’t think I’d ever get excited about something as simple as salt, but here we are. Somewhere between fly season, heat waves, and my gelding refusing to drink like a responsible adult, I stumbled into a love affair with a crumbled-up, garlic-infused mineral mix called Redmond Gold. And honestly? It changed everything. It Started…
Why Rummikub Is the Best Horse Show Game—No Contest
There’s something magical about the quiet in the barn between rounds—the hum of fans, horses softly munching hay, and your barnmates flopped on folding chairs, still in their show coats, half-eating snacks out of a grooming tote. Enter: Rummikub. Yes, that Rummikub. Or maybe you’ve seen it called Rummy Kub, Rummicub, Rummy Q, or even Rummi O(depending on who brought it to…