Riding horses and my disability

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In this post, I'll be talking about riding horses. That is something I have done for about 20 years of my life. I competed in horse competitions from the time I was very young throughout high school and about half of my college career, until I decided to put an end to it in January of 2019 when I made the decision to leave my school and equestrian team. I did different riding disciplines growing up: English and then later Hunt-Seat riding.

Riding horses is actually a big part of my disability, what many people don't know is it helps me walk better. I have gotten several questions about this, and riding has always been my physical therapy. I have temporarily stopped riding, since I decided to come home from college, and finish my degree online and get my job. I knew I wanted to stop riding competitively, but keep riding for fun and for therapy. I actually plan to start riding again very soon! It's been over two years since I last sat on the back of a horse which is the longest in my lifetime without me riding. 

The Lord has really smiled down on me. I might be born with a disability, but it isn't such a bad thing. I want to be positive about it, and say I am grateful for it. In a way, I see his plan. I do feel like he has created me to encourage others with my story and I need to do that so I can continue to represent him and his word while helping and encouraging others. 

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares The Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11

In that verse, it has always been so comforting to me. My mother growing up has always been one to lead me to scripture and God's word, which is one thing that has kept me calm during those nerve-wracking competitions. I am always very thankful to have parents who have always pointed me towards Christ. To be fair, during college, they would draw horses for each rider and I have seen horses act up, riders get thrown off, etc. I was terrified that would happen to me. But, one of my life motto's " Have faith." Always have faith in yourself and in The Lord. Pray to him! That is what I always have done, especially before shows. 

I hope you all love reading my posts! I pray and hope it helps or encourage you, or makes you all smile! More to come! 


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