I've been a freelancer for about 12 years, starting back in college...I can't believe it's been that long. Since then, I've gained and lost clients, met so many new people and shared countless of stories. But, unlike a lot of my freelancing friends who do it full-time, I am also employed full-time elsewhere. I made … Continue reading Podcast: Sharing My Experiences as a Freelancer
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Are You Using Social Media to Build Your Brand?
(Originally posted for Cornerstone Advertising.) Social Media is no longer just about selfies and life updates, but now it is a place where your business needs to be. As of July 2015, there was a total of 3.17 billion users on the Internet, with 2.3 billion active social media users…and that number is only growing … Continue reading Are You Using Social Media to Build Your Brand?
Home Services Content
Lately I've been doing some work for a few different home services companies (heating/air conditioning, plumbing, electricians). Mostly social media management, reputation management and content curation for their websites. It's a big leap from the equine industry, but it's been fun learning about new things and helping to educate their customers to help them save … Continue reading Home Services Content
Time To Ride: Not Your Standard Medication
Below is my winning entry for the Time To Ride contest, highlighting one woman's battle with clinical depression. Not Your Standard Medication Depression is like a dark hole, and there are days that you struggle just to see a glimmer of light. For some it can be crippling, but others find a way to fight … Continue reading Time To Ride: Not Your Standard Medication
Time To Ride Contest Winner
A few months ago I met an inspiring woman who allowed me to share her story for the "Time To Ride" contest, a writing contest to shine a light on a first-time horse experience that made a lasting impact on their life. It was my pleasure to be able to share Marlise's story in hopes … Continue reading Time To Ride Contest Winner
Photo Essay: the All American Quarter Horse Congress
I've been meaning to share a few photos I took while I was covering events at the All American Quarter Horse Congress for the American Quarter Horse Journal. I picked a fun day to go, as it definitely showed the versatility of the Quarter Horse--from hunter under saddle, to pole bending, Western pleasure, and barrel … Continue reading Photo Essay: the All American Quarter Horse Congress
Too Much Bling? Dos & Don’ts of Western Show Clothes
The Western world is notorious for bling--watch any Western pleasure class and you'll see silver-encrusted saddles and crystal-laden shirts and jackets. Some think they have to spend more money on show clothes than some do for school wardrobes. But is that always the case? GoHorseShow.com had me talk to some AQHA/APHA judges to get their … Continue reading Too Much Bling? Dos & Don’ts of Western Show Clothes
Article Series: Healthy Horse Show Living–Snacking
Think snacking is taboo for healthy living? Not if you do it right. “Snacks can absolutely be a healthy part of a balanced diet,” says Lindsay Livingston, a Registered Dietitian from Columbus, Ohio and blogger at The Lean Green Bean. “It’s important to build snack times into your daily schedule, just like meals, and not let … Continue reading Article Series: Healthy Horse Show Living–Snacking
Expect a Good Time at Rolex!
It's always fun to receive media credentials in the mail--I never get tired of it! Monday evening I received my media credentials for the 2014 Rolex Kentucky CCI**** Three-Day Event and the Kentucky Reining Cup, which will be held a the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington next weekend. I'll be doing double, or maybe it's … Continue reading Expect a Good Time at Rolex!
Article Series: Healthy Living at Horse Shows
After working on the print article for the Equine Chronicle on "Healthy Living at Horse Shows" I proposed an idea of doing an article series about how to be healthy while on the road for horse shows (or, rather, any event). In doing so, I contacted a favorite health blogger of mine--Lindsay Livingston, who manages … Continue reading Article Series: Healthy Living at Horse Shows
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