An Introvert in Extrovert’s Clothing

I would bet a significant sum of cash that people who know me, even some fairly close to me, believe that I am an extrovert of the first order. I think it is hard to earn the nickname “Mean Patti” by being shy and hesitant to speak up. My clients’...
Zeke — A Dog’s Life

Zeke — A Dog’s Life

Our story is not so unique, a million people fortunate enough to be owned by dogs can commiserate and empathize.  Each one “gets” it. But with a dog who lives to the ripe old age of 18, it seems a eulogy of sorts is in order. When I married Richard, we...

Whatever Works

I think this is the phrase I use most when new riders or prospective riders ask me questions about the sport. Which saddle? Boots or shoes? Hackamore or bit? Electrolyte or not? Supplement or no? In fact, I always get a bit of a giggle when advice gets handed out to...

Life Lessons From an Opinionated Decade Team Horse

Reprinted from Endurance News, October 2013, Ride Managers’ Column, monthly publication of the American Endurance Ride Conference, www.aerc.org, 866-271-2372 “When the student is ready, the teacher will appear … “   (Buddhist Proverb) “If you keep feeding him, and...

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Inspirations Slow Fat Triathlete by Jayne Williams (what a fabulous inspiration this lady is!) Ten Feet Tall Still by Julie Suhr (should be required reading) Suppliers of Endurance Riding Tack and Equipment Running Bear Farm Information and Resources About Endurance...