Healing Shine

Healing Shine~A Spiritual Assignment

This is an amazing story about Michael Johnson and his horse, Shine.

Michael decides to purchase Shine, even after being discouraged. He is not sure what possessed him to do so. He soon finds out why he had been discouraged. Shine proves to be near impossible to deal with or to ride. He seems to be frightened of everything. Michael tries and tries, to no avail, to reach Shine. He struggles through his family's old cowboy ways, to eventually find a much better way. A very natural way.

This is a true story. Michael takes you through his trials and tribulations with Shine. The happy will make you laugh, and yes, the sad will make you cry. Michael finally realizes that he was MEANT to help Shine. He has to help Shine heal, from the inside, so he can do what is asked of him on the outside. This process took him years, which I can relate to. Their circumstances very closely mirror what I went through with Scottie, so much so that I contacted Mr. Johnson. To my pleasant surprise he responded, and we have since become long distance friends. This is a terrific book, for the non horsey set as well as the horse lovers out there. Treat yourself to this book, and please tell Michael that Loretta & Scottie sent you!

http://www.michaeljohnsonbooks.com

Loretta

the natural horseman
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Last month's donation

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation
P.O. Box 3387
Saratoga, NY 12866
518-226-0028

November 25, 2009

Mrs. Loretta Arey
20/20 Horsemanship
231 Seneca Rd.
Great Falls, VA 22066

Dear Mrs. Arey:

Thank you for your generous donation on behalf of 20/20 Horsemanship, paid with a Visa. Without the support of companies like yours, Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation would not be able to accomplish its mission.

Donations like yours allow TRF to provide quality care for our wonderful horses. These retired thoroughbreds have worked hard for their owners and the general public, earning money and providing enjoyment. TRF, in conjunction with our fine supporters, works equally hard to give back to the thoroughbreds. In private placements and on satellite farms, our retirees are saved from slaughter and live out the remainder of their lives as they were meant to. And in our successful prison work programs it is a definite two-way street - inmates nurture the horses, and in turn experience the reward of meaningful work.

Once again, thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,
Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation

Loretta

the natural horseman
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November Newsletter

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving. There has been a lot going on in and around the barn this month! We have games on horseback for kids, developing your seat instruction for teens and up and much more! Check in on Stryker and his progress with settling in to his new home. We are now offering discount lesson packages! So many of you were asking for this, so we delivered! Read the details below. Please call and set up a time to meet at the barn. I'd love to introduce you to my herd of amazing equines. Have a safe and wonderful holiday with your loved ones. Loretta Games on Horseback Have some pony fun time! Run through an obstacle course: pick up objects, drop them off somewhere else, go through a gate, cross logs, and oh, did I mention this is on the pony? Well, part of it. Sometimes you ride at a walk to the next obstacle where you might then dismount-on the wrong side! Then get back up, on the wrong side and trot to the next one! It's great for kids 6-12 they just love it. I will be incorporating this type of activity into the regular lesson program for kids. Piero says, "Let's give it a whirl!" Discount Lesson Packages are here! The cost of each private one hour + lesson is $65.00. Now you have the option to purchase either 4 or 8 at a time. The 4 lesson package costs $240.00 which is a savings of $20.00. The 8 lesson package costs $475.00 which is a savings of $45.00! 20/20 Horsemanship Website As always, our website is full of valuable information. Thank you to everyone who has been there and encouraged me along the way. Horse training was always my passion, but I'm not sure I would've been able to offer my services to others without your help/ Have a safe and pleasant holiday. Sincerely, Loretta Arey 20/20 Horsemanship 703-973-0780 Current Openings Tuesdays @3pm Wednesdays @10am Saturdays @3pm Sundays at 11:30am Stryker Stryker is our new 16.1hh Thoroughbred Cross gelding. He is approx. 15 years old. He is a very sweet guy, wants to please and knows his job. He was previously a 2' show hunter. Always honest to the jumps, great to learn on. He has been in ground training here. He is learning that he may not use his (rather large) head to push us or point with. He is learning how to lead quietly and to stand still. Under saddle his manners are impeccable. View his photo slide show here.

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the natural horseman
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We named him Stryker

Loretta

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New Horse Continued

I went to see and ride one more horse today. He is a nice 16.1h, thoroughbred cross gelding, 15 years old. He is mostly white, kind of flea bitten grey. He has been a lesson horse. Has taught beginners, has taken more advanced riders to shows over 2' fences. He can even do lead changes. It has really been a tough choice, but I did choose him today. Since he knows the lesson routine, I thought he'd be the best suited. He will actually be working much less living here with us, he'll feel like he's getting somewhat of a vacation.

Here's a picture of Handsome (Cool Hwip) the horse:

The rider in the picture is the young lady who has been riding and showing him. He has lived in TN and in MD, and gone to shows in both states. They've earned champion and reserved champion several times. He definitely knows his way around a ring filled with jumps!

I plan on picking him up tomorrow.

So, come on ladies! Let's get you riding!



Loretta

the natural horseman
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