What a Whirlwind of a Show Season

This season has been nothing short of unforgettable. Dino and I truly became a team, working through every challenge and celebrating every triumph. Together, we persevered and ended the 2025 show season on the highest of notes:

• 🥇 2025 Gold FEI Junior – #1 in Canada

• 🥇Western Ontario Dressage Silver Champion – FEI Junior Division

• 🏆 Caledon Dressage FEI Junior TOC Champion

• 🏆 London Dressage Association FEI Junior Champion

  
  

Closing this chapter with Dino has been incredibly emotional. Our lease ended yesterday, and as I watched him load onto the trailer to head home, my heart ached. Over the months, I’ve grown to love Dino deeply. If I could, I would keep every horse that I’ve been lucky enough to partner with. Each one has left a mark on my heart, but Dino’s goofy, quirky personality will always stand out.

From the way he’d tip his head sideways and flash the whites of his eyes, to those silly, mischievous “smiles” he would make for the camera, Dino had a way of making every day brighter. He wasn’t just my competition partner—he became my teammate, my teacher, and my friend.

Now, as we look ahead, we’re working toward hopefully being in the position to purchase a horse of our own. Owning a horse will allow me to continue building that deep bond and connection, and to keep developing as a rider as I strive toward the next level—whatever that may look like.

The barn will feel a little quieter without Dino’s antics, but the memories and lessons he gave me will carry forward. Saying goodbye is never easy, but I am so grateful for the

journey we shared. I’m excited for what’s next, even if it means closing this very special chapter.

Here’s to Dino—my partner, my teammate, my friend. 💙