The hardest part of balancing work, school, horses and life is deciding what comes first, and there's no right answer. Everyone has their own priorities, and different people place different levels of importance on the different aspects of their lives. You might skip the girls' weekend getaway for a local schooling show, and your barn friend might never even dream of missing Friday night drinks for a lesson. It's important to realize that while we're all trying to find balance in our lives, that balance doesn't look the same to everyone, and that's okay!
How do you stay cool on those hot summer barn days? Ever wonder what the best colours to wear in the heat are? Hint - it's not just white! We asked a few equestrians how they keep themselves and their horse's cool in the heat, and here's what they had to say.