First time doing some cross rails without boot protection on Rem’s feet. 🥹 We’re still very much ironing out kinks and relearning a lot together — slow and steady will be the name of the game as we strip everything back to rebuild stronger. I’ve had to really practice my ability to be present and let shit go. It doesn’t help Rem for his rider to be caught up in the past — he needs me to be here now with him to help him find the right way to move forward. #barefoothorse #barefoothorses #equestrianjourney #horselessons #greyhorse #ottb #ottbofinstagram #ottblove #ottbjumper #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianlove
celebrating love 💞👰🏼♀️🤵🏾 styled by one of my favorite fellow horse women @mercedesnatalia
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
TUCKER IS 16!!! 🥳🎉💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet sweet boy. Tuck has walked by my side for over half of my life now. I wish I could put into words how much I love this little dude. I think it goes beyond love though — we have truly shared our lives. Being his guardian these many years has been paramount to my well being and development as a woman. To now have the great privilege of watching him grow old is something I know I will be grateful for all of my life. My silent observer, my dearest friend, my squishy. I’m already cryin’ but if I go on for much longer I’ll be a puddle. Thank you all for loving him right along with me! Cheers to ol’ Tuck!
More from under the lights a few weeks back. 🖤 Update: Rem went through a bit and bridle fitting clinic while I was traveling — he’s been going in a French link but through the clinic we realized it’s too much pressure for him. The bit he seemed to respond to best was a Herm Sprenger KK ultra eggbutt. We’re still waiting for that to come in, but we’re hoping it’ll help assist us in encouraging him to reach forward instead of bracing against and dropping behind. I am also getting a new bridle made for Rem because it was brought to my awareness in the clinic that his current bridle is too small for him. Poor buddy. 😔 My saddle is also out right now getting adjusted to fit my new leg position — hoping to have that back this week. I’m slowing addressing every aspect of his equipment and care and OY VEY. This has all been incredibly overwhelming, disheartening, embarrassing, and expensive — I truly do know that we’ll get through it and I’m sure I will have overwhelming gratitude for it all in the end but it certainly has not been easy. Lawd send me the strength. 🥵 . . . . #ottbofinstagram #greygelding #horselessons #horsetraining #equestrianrider #equestriansport #barefoothorse #ottblove #equinelifestyle #equinesofinstagram
Rem under the lights a few weeks back. 🤭 Sometimes ya get left behind — very thankful for this incredibly forgiving partner of mine and friends to laugh it off with @mercedesnatalia @elisabethhowerofficial . . . . #equestrianfail #ottbsofinstagram #ottbofinstagram #greygelding #greyhorse #equestrianlifestyle #equestrianrider #equestriansport #barefoothorse #barefootshowjumping
Saturday — Sunday
Saturday — Sunday
Sequoia 😭 yesterday was a huge day for us — our first time under saddle together after 1 year (almost to the day) of partnership. The bond between @elisabethhowerofficial and Sequoia is very strong and it took a lot for Sequoia to accept me on her back. When she was asked to move away from Elisabeth she got quite escalated and afraid. In order to get her to move away from her safe person, I had to find the confidence in myself and let her know she can trust me, too. We ended on a beautiful note, walking away from Elisabeth together calm and united. 🥹 I couldn’t be more grateful for your kindness to her and your belief in her @elisabethhowerofficial, @jaimelipsgarcia, and @winplacehome. This was made possible because of you. 🍀
Big man is starting to learn that the front ring ain’t so scary; it’s a lot more fun. 😎 . . . . #ottbsofinstagram #ottbofinstagram #ottblove #greygelding #barefoothorses #barefoothorse #equinelife #equinelove #equestrianlifestyle #horsegirl #equestrianrider
Rem. 🥹 I’m just so proud of this horse. I definitely prematurely stopped riding and started praising lol — he deserved all the love for how he showed up for this ride. AND he’s doin’ it 100% barefoot — no boots! I don’t know that I’ll always jump him without boots, that’ll depend on what his feet tell us. Right now they’re telling us they’re ready for it. I took Rem barefoot almost 2 years ago now, it’s been quite the road gettin’ here, but I never gave up on it and look at him go. 💃🏼 Taking a horse barefoot is a daily practice and requires commitment and a lot of care. I’ve been very fortunate to have access to help from people who’ve been doin’ it a whole lot longer than me. Thank you again @theflyingjalapeno for your continued insights and referrals. 👊🏼
Remington. 😊 Rem is really starting to learn how to engage that core of his and work over his back. It’s so exciting to see! He can’t hold himself together for very long just yet; he’s able to find true self carriage for a few strides then will lean on the bit and get heavy on the forehand or come up and hollow out his back. That’s all just strength related and will come with time but I’m so so proud of him and of myself. It’s a lot of work for us to entirely change the way we’ve been doing things for 4 years. It takes a lot of trust in each other, body awareness, and patience. And It’s not just Rem 😂 I too cannot hold myself together properly for more than a few strides before I start to revert back to old habits. Elisabeth helped me realize that I have an over active hamstring that likes to pull my heels back and up in order to make contact with his sides — a byproduct of me riding in stirrups that were way too short for such a long time. Now I’m learning how to open up my hip flexors, lengthen and secure my leg in order to wrap around him — only making contact with my heels when I absolutely need to. There is always so much to learn and I’m very grateful to have such a willing partner to do it all with. . . . . #ottbsofinstagram #ottb #barefoothorse #barefoothorses #ottbofinstagram #ottblove #ridinglesson #ridinglessons #greygelding #geldingsofinstagram #equestrianlifestyle
Sometimes all we need is for someone to believe in us. This video makes me really emotional. @elisabethhowerofficial, your friendship with Sequoia has brought me tremendous comfort and has inspired me more than you know. Thank you for all that you are, you’re a magical human being. ✨
The day we met. Happy 1 year Sequoia sprout. ☺️🤎 . . . . #ottbmare #ottbofinstagram #ottblove #baymare #equestrians #equestrainlife #horsegirl #horseriders
The big dawg doin’ big dawg things. It’s been a minute since I’ve had an update. It felt really good to get back to some work post hurting my hip. 😂 It has been really exciting to watch this boy open up and use himself — I’m looking forward to getting him back over fences as soon as my body is ready. 🙏🏼🤞🏼 Rem’s feet are going through more changes and he’s been a little tender so I put him back in his @renegadehoofboots to give him a little extra support and help keep him comfortable. Can’t recommend these boots enough! #ottbsofinstagram #ottb #barefoothorse #barefoothorses #equestrainlife #equestrianlifestyle #greygelding
