Class of 2022

I can’t remember a time when I didn’t love horses. Plastic ponies, stuffed stallions, or living breeds of all types, it didn’t matter. It took many years, but at age seven, I finally convinced my parents I was old enough for riding lessons. What started as a simple activity turned into a life-long passion.  I now spend hours at the barn as a working student learning the various aspects of horsemanship and riding as many different horses as I can to gain experience and improve my skills.  I am fortunate that my trainers and other clients trust me to show, exercise, school, and care for their horses.

I thank God every day for my wonderfully supportive family who sacrifice daily so that I may experience what it means to be an equestrian.  I don't take it for granted, appreciating every opportunity I'm given.  I value my education whether a student of horsemanship or scholarly endeavors.  My love of learning extends to most academic subjects, but primarily history, literature, and writing.  Photography and drawing offer me a creative outlet, especially when outdoors with my four-legged friends.