10/27/2026
There’s something so bittersweet about watching your little girl grow up in the saddle, especially on my first horse. 🥹❤️
I’ve watched Lilliana fall off more times than I can count. I’ve watched her get back up with tears streaming down her face, scared, frustrated, and sometimes questioning herself. But one thing I’ve watched her do over and over again is to not give up!
I’ve watched her learn that riding isn’t just about staying in the saddle, running barrels, or getting faster times. It’s about patience, trust, understanding, and building a bond with a 1000lb animal that can’t speak a single word to you.
I’ve watched her grow from a little girl who just loved horses into a young horsewoman who is learning that being a good rider isn’t just about what your horse can do for YOU, but what YOU can do to become better for your horse. ❤️
And somewhere along the way, Molly became so much more than just a horse to her. She’s become her partner, her teacher, and her friend.
As her mama, it’s bittersweet. Part of me wishes I could freeze time and keep that little girl forever. But the other part of me is so incredibly proud of the grit, kindness, patience, and determination she’s developing along the way.
The world may just see a little girl running barrels on her horse. But I see every fall, every tear, every lesson, every small victory, and every bit of heart it took to get here.
And I wouldn’t trade a single moment of watching her become the horsewoman she’s growing into. 🥹❤️🐴
Keep chasing those dreams, baby girl. Mama will always be your biggest fan. ❤️