Lulu inducted into the USEF/EQUUS Horse Stars Hall of Fame

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Six years ago in February, I was standing under a heat lamp in a stall, holding onto Lulu’s hind leg for all I was worth as she tried to kick it out of my hand. I was determined to teach her to pick up her hind legs, and she was equally determined that I was not going to touch them. Four years ago, we were sledding across a pasture together. Two years ago we were eagerly waiting for our debut in the breed show circuit. Last year, we were still on cloud nine after winning Nationals not once, but twice, and focused on starting to rehabilitate and train the current foster horses.

Today, I stood in amazement, holding back tears, as Lulu was inducted into the USEF/Equus Foundation Horse Stars Hall of Fame alongside some of the most accomplished horses in the US, becoming only the second Miniature Horse to be in their Hall of Fame.

“When it comes to inspiring others to live life to the fullest no matter the circumstances, not many horses come close to the abilities of a little one-eyed rescue horse named Lulu … Everywhere she goes, she touches lives and changes the world’s view on horses and especially rescued horses – one small hoof-print at a time.” – USEF/Equus Foundation

This has already been one unbelievable weekend in Wellington, Florida. Thank you to everyone who has ever supported us, encouraged us, and simply believed in us. We couldn’t have done it without

 

Nike and Chief

Nike and Chief

Nike and Chief out for a winter ride. These 2 mustangs were both foals from the “Nebraska 200” humane case (and Nike was our 2015 Trainers’ Challenge Reserve Champion w/ Jamie Moeller & Morgan Sexe!) Thanks to the Turner family for giving them such a great home!

Maya (My Teenage Dream)

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I just had to share these photos of my pony Maya (My Teenage Dream) I adopted (gosh probably around 2010/2011) courtesy of the family leasing her! This year in college, I decided to lease her out since I’m no longer a junior and I can’t do the Pony Jumpers! Needless to say, this is what she’s doing now! She’s taking a 9 year old girl to United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Pony Finals in 2016! Her and I are still on the east coast and she’s had the pleasure of going to Devon, HITS and a bunch of other great places! Needless to say, she had a great time in college classes, IHSA and Show teams and has had a blast being a schoolmaster pony jumper for the not-so-confident riders! Honestly, training her was the most fun I’ve had with any horse and she taught me so much and I’m so glad she’s teaching others. She’s quite literally a “teenage dream”! –Anna

Max (formerly known as Phillip)

Max (formerly known as Phillip)

Max (aka Phillip) cleans up pretty good and is loving his new home!

Karamyst Update from Cathy

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For all the folks that tell you that rescue horses are “bad” or lame or can’t be helped, here is a picture from last night. 2 of these horses are from MHARF. The middle horse is Karamyst, graduate of the first trainers challenge, and the little grey blur is Pony Annie, who we ended up with after she got into some trouble at her foster home several years ago. Would you attempt a ride like this, with all these little kids on a “bad” horse? Kara is also in this year’s calendar.

Took some of my favorite kids for a “Glow Ride” under the spectacular moonlight . Loaded up the kids and saddles with glo bracelets, necklaces, etc. It was pretty cool & pretty fun, especially once we got away from the barn yard lights. Annie was anxious to get going and wouldn’t hold still for the pic.(ha ha)