When author Helen Thompson wrote, “In riding a horse, we borrow freedom,” she was probably referring to the way horses allow us to experience things we could never accomplish on our own two feet. I like to think that Ms. Thompson’s sentiment is doubly true when it comes to para-equestrian.
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cburbs
6 days 23 hours ago |
Refreshing!Catherine: I wanted to tell you how much I look forward to reading your blog, and how refreshing it is to read. The enthusiasm, professionalism, and pure appreciation of your horse is wonderful. Thank you so much! I look forward to more... |
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CalifNative
6 days 1 hour ago |
WEG accessCatherine, I HAVE a fab seat/tkt that is unused and may end up that way...how can I contact you privately (email?) to discuss? I would prefer to sell it, but would love to have you sitting with us...you would be with and FEI judge/rider as well. Shall I go to your website and leave something there? |
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michelle
6 days 19 hours ago |
frustratingIt's got to be frustrating when one judge determines your chances to make a team. USEF now paying for you to go watch the team you made is a complete joke...I wonder how that organization keeps running. |
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XHALT
6 days 16 hours ago |
Are you serious?I can't even believe that you as our reserve rider are not granted access to the WEG. That is ridiculous! You flew your horse here for the trial and are incurring all of the costs for being here, did a fabulous job and don't even get to watch. We need to treat our riders and owners with a bit more class and respect. |
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Catherine Haddad
5 days 17 hours ago |
Easy now!Like I said, being Reserve Rider is a thankless job. That is to be expected and I was fully prepared for the possibility when I put Winyamaro on the plane! (No worries, Mate.) I'm excited that I will get back up north in time to ride at Dressage At Devon. I would rather compete than be a spectator at WEG so this is a nice alternative for us. |


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1 day 22 hours ago
Gooooo PDutton's groom, Emma!!!
What a great article- well written, too I might add! I cannot wait to see P Dutton ride XC at WEG...I am lame myself right now after coming off a horse two-three weeks ago- went to Doc today to check on progress...two screws and a plate, later...but looked good on xrays....this stuff better heal so I can walk to the "dead of the lake" and watch all the riders go through!!!! (Ok I know it's head of the lake...but dead of the lake sounds kind of cool:) I sooooo hope our team shines at WEG!!!!!!