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I've been a riding instructor for twenty years. During that time, I've competed at dressage, jumping and endurance. I've bred my own horses, which is one of the proudest moments of my life.

I am also a writer and am working on a novel as we speak.
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Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Handling the fear of getting back in the saddle: 1 of 6
Everyone who rides horses will eventually have a fall, and it can be a very unnerving experience. The old rule of getting back in the saddle as soon as possible is a sound one. It doesn't give you enough time to worry or build the fall up into something bigger. Unfortunately this is not always possible. If you suffered an in... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Different sauce types and the best foods to serve them with: 1 of 6
There's no doubt about it, a good sauce will improve both the taste and presentation of your meal. Here are some of my favorites. Tartar sauce, Served with fish dishes it is a combination of mayonnaise and horseradish, spiced to flavor. A zesty sauce that will liven up any fish dish. Barbecue sauce. Everybody's favorite. It ... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) The difference between virgin and regular olive oils: 3 of 17
Virgin and extra virgin olive oil are terms used by the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC), based in Madrid, Spain. According to the IOOC virgin oil is produced by natural means with no chemical use involved. They have several grades of oil which are regulated by the acidity in the oil. EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL Extra virgi... More..
Pets & Animals > Pets & Animals (Other) Does only the human animal mourn?: 6 of 33
Animals definitely mourn, I have seen if in several different species. HORSES A few years ago I bred a horse from a mare, Solar, that I had owned for over ten years. I kept both horses, although they did have to be separated while the foal was weaned. Unfortunately when the foal was ten another horse kicked him when they wer... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Romantic gift ideas: 6 of 31
Receiving a gift from a loved one is still one of the best feelings in the world. It makes you feel special and loved, and what can beat that? As a woman I still love to receive flowers. They don't have to be wildly expensive, a simple bouquet of carnations are my favorite. They let you know that your partner has been thinki... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays Dos and don'ts of throwing a birthday party: 7 of 33
From past experience my first piece of advice is not to have it at your house. I once had twelve five years olds at my home and by the end of it I had more cake, juice, crisps and biscuits on my carpet. Do's Arrange to have the party at a venue like Mac Donald's, or Party world or a bowling alley. This way the kids are enter... More..
Relationships & Family > Marital Conflicts How to argue without fighting: 12 of 53
All people by their very nature ar different. This can lead to arguments but that is not necessarily a bad thing. It's how you deal with those disagreements that will make the difference to your marriage. To avoid your disagreement turning into a fight you need to learn to listen to your partner. If you both respect each oth... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Best places to meet singles in suburbia: 3 of 13
Being single can be liberating and great fun but if you are looking for romance one of the best places to go is the supermarket. Now don't laugh, it's true. Some supermarkets even hold singles nights. Not only is the supermarket a great place to meet other singles, but it also give you a sneak preview into their life. Take a... More..
Home & Garden > Trees & Shrubs The anatomy of a tree: 2 of 8
Trees are vital to the stability of our planet. They not only give us oxygen but they also filter the air and remove carbon dioxide. The anatomy of a tree is very similar to any plant. Roots. There are two types of root, the tap root and fibrous roots. The taproot grows straight down and is used to anchor the tree into the s... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding Horse jumping exercises: 1 of 4
All horses can jump. They do it in the wild if the need to escape from danger. To teach a novice horse to jump can be done very simply. First make sure your green horse can walk, trot and canter in a controlled manner. You should be able to canter a circle and keep the impulsion going. Day one. Introduce poles to your horse.... More..