She waitedUntil we were finished to tell meWe were finished.She was going to finishHer degree she said and I saidI’m happyFor you what about me I saidOver and over but to myself even IKnew it was selfish to beThinking what about me when this wasAll about her but ICried a little and left a little ... Continue Reading » about Delilah
If you change the way you look at things – Wayne Dyer
In the past few months, I've read (or listened to) a lot of content from the late Dr. Wayne Dyer. Despite my acknowledged addiction to self-help books, I hadn't read one of the dozens of books he had written. When I registered for Hay House Writers Studio recently in preparation for writing and ... Continue Reading » about If you change the way you look at things – Wayne Dyer
What a (Derby) Day!
Derby Day is always a big day in Kentucky, and this year's race was one to remember. After a brunch with family celebrating my nephew's graduation from the University of Kentucky, my husband Ben Richardson (aka George Strait) and I joined Kristine Cassata and David Frost and friends for a ... Continue Reading » about What a (Derby) Day!
Kentucky Derby Dreaming
The 2022 Kentucky Derby was one for the record books. Rich Strike, an 80-1 shot, came from way behind to win the Kentucky Derby in an absolutely thrilling run for the roses. Seeing this former claiming horse (the first claimer to ever win the Kentucky Derby), who had only won 1 of his 7 previous ... Continue Reading » about Kentucky Derby Dreaming
Happy Mother’s Day, Mama
My mom died almost 12 Mother's Days ago. Her path through life was not an easy one, and the end was one she could have predicted but was in no way prepared for. But even in her last weeks, she did her life her way. I am so grateful that mom and I resolved our "mother-daughter" issues years ... Continue Reading » about Happy Mother’s Day, Mama
Thoroughbred Makeover, October 12-15, 2022
I feel so fortunate to live just 12 miles from the world-renowned Kentucky Horse Park. It means I can attend amazing events like the Thoroughbred Makeover, which is the largest retraining competition in the world for recent off the track thoroughbreds (OTTBSs). This competition showcases how well ... Continue Reading » about Thoroughbred Makeover, October 12-15, 2022
Journey On Podcast Summit, November 4-6, 2022
I'm incredibly excited to be attending the very first summit that Warwick and Robyn Schiller are hosting with many of the guests of his Journey On podcast. Warwick Schiller was one of the first "wisdom holders" I found when I looked for help training my horse. I was a complete novice and needed ... Continue Reading » about Journey On Podcast Summit, November 4-6, 2022
Come Home to Kentucky for the Lakes
Daniel Boone famously said, "Heaven must be a Kentucky kind of place." Hundreds of years later, Kentucky is still stunningly beautiful, whether you're in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, the rolling bluegrass of Central Kentucky or really anywhere in the state, you'll find nature showing off. ... Continue Reading » about Come Home to Kentucky for the Lakes
Your Weekly List of Fun, Local Events – April 23-29
Friday, April 23 Dion Sanders @ AZUR (Lexington) Ona @ The Burl Outdoors (Lexington) Lexington Mercantile Co. Spring Market @ Manchester Music Hall (Lexington) Saturday, April 24 Kentucky Bridal Show @ Queenslake Farm (Georgetown) Festival of Flowers @ Bi-Water Farm ... Continue Reading » about Your Weekly List of Fun, Local Events – April 23-29
Something to Look Forward to This Spring
***From the Kentucky Horse Council Newsletter*** The COVID-19 pandemic forced Keeneland to cancel the 2020 Spring Meet and hold an unprecedented five-day Summer Meet in July. The 2020 Summer and Fall Meets and Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Keeneland were closed to fans. For this year’s ... Continue Reading » about Something to Look Forward to This Spring