Day One

Just a few weeks after college had begun on September 24, 2011, I was on my way to pick up my new horse.  I was told repeatedly what a bad idea it was and that I wouldn't have the time to put in the effort I needed to attain my goals between classes, working and the horse my family already owned.  I would have to find time to be at the farm 5-6 days a week for a few hours a day.  This would mean a lot of early morning and late evenings but I was prepared to do it.

She stepped off the trailer skinny and out of shape but with plenty of potential.  She was an ex racehorse who was not fast enough to make it on the racetrack.  She was purchased and moved to Canada to be trained as a riding horse.  It was clear she loved her new job, she would just need some more time and attention to succeed.