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1-10-15: Thank you PPC!
The stable yard was bright red on Wednesday thanks to PPC! We received a very generous financial donation as well as a donation in the form of cement from them a few months ago and now they have donated the kids, volunteers, and grooms caps and T-shirts. We are so grateful for their belief in…Read more 1-10-15: Thank you PPC!
Derrick’s First Trot
When Derrick first came to us two terms ago he couldn't sit up and would spend his time lying back on a horse. We can't claim full credit for this as he has some pretty amazing therapists at KGVI, but today, Derrick, not only asks to sit up on his horse, but even manages to trot!…Read more Derrick’s First Trot
17-9-15: Thursday’s news
There was a lot that was new in our Thursday session. It was wonderful to welcome a new kid - Leroy!! We love meeting the new kids and getting to know them. And we also love them for reminding us of far our usual riders have come from that first time they ever saw a horse…Read more 17-9-15: Thursday’s news
16-9-15: The first day back
After five weeks of school holidays, Junior came back to us with one simple, clearly articulated request: “Pink Lady”. The request was so clear and the desire so palpable that it was impossible to refuse. And besides, it is such a joy to be able to fulfill someone’s deepest wish. Especially when it is something…Read more 16-9-15: The first day back
Introducing the Cremellos to the Rest
Step 1. Pick the right moment We got our four cremello boys in February and it is only now, 6-7 months later, that we are introducing them formally to the other horses. The reason for the long wait was that they needed this time to recover from their journey from South Africa, get comfortable in…Read more Introducing the Cremellos to the Rest