17/12/2025
This season didn’t look the way I imagined it would.
Malibu and I only made it out to two shows all year — a mix of family commitments, a couple of minor setbacks, and life simply doing what life does.
And honestly? A few months ago, I would’ve seen that as a failure.
But after the challenges of the last three months, I’ve learned to look at things through a different lens.
Because despite the quiet season, Malibu and I grew.
We improved.
We kept showing up for each other.
And most importantly — I grew.
My confidence stepped up in ways I didn’t expect, and the obstacles we faced became opportunities to learn rather than reasons to doubt myself.
Failure isn’t failure… it’s feedback.
And focusing on the good — the tiny wins, the improved transitions, the calmer warm-ups, the moments where Malibu tried her heart out — that’s where the real progress lives.
If your season didn’t go to plan either, you’re not alone.
It’s okay to adapt, reroute, slow down, heal, or rebuild.
That flexibility is what keeps us growing as riders, horse people, and humans.
Here’s to Malibu, to resilience, and to stepping into 2026 with a clearer head and a stronger heart. 🤍✨
Let’s keep learning together.
