Happy Third Anniversary to us! I am amazed every single day by the growth of our happy little barn. We have been full for nearly a year now, with a consistent waiting list. It means so much to hear feedback from people who have toured the facility, like, “I will tell you that out of all the barns I saw, yours was the very best. Very nice facility! You’ve done an excellent job.” Or from my boarders, who call this place home, saying, “I know that so many of us absolutely love e

Two more weeks until the Lunar New Year. While I’ve always been aware of the twelve zodiac signs and have occasionally read about their meanings, this year feels different. February 17, 2026 marks the Year of the Fire (Red) Horse. Maybe it’s because I own a horse boarding business, maybe because my horse is a red dun, or maybe because I’m about to join AARP—but this year feels wholly different. Everything I’ve read and seen about it resonates more deeply with me. One article

It’s hard to believe I’ve owned Little Reata Stables (formerly Happy Horse) for just over two years now. The journey has been nothing...

According to the Oxford dictionary, obstacle means, “a thing that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress.” It seems like most...

Sitting here, on this little slice of Heaven, sipping coffee and reflecting on the past year, seems like a nearly impossible outcome.