04/18/2026
𩵠Special Horses Series š¤
The Girl on Fire aka Adara (aka Glitter aka Old Grey Square aka Mamma)
12 years ago today, I met a horse that would end up changing my entire life. Adara was a young and fiery OTTB when we met. I was a junior in high school and had almost as many opinions as she did.Ā
Adara and I spent 7 years growing up alongside each other. She would gray out, become a mom to 3 beautiful foals, and would mellow out (sorta). I would get a bit taller, learn some harsh lessons, and ultimately gain some maturity. Our 7 years together werenāt without bumps or bruises (or torn ligaments, broken limbs, or broken hearts) but I think we somehow managed to be a soft landing for each other.Ā
Thereās a lot I could say about this one, but I think itās quite simple when it comes down to it - I wouldnāt be who I am today without her influence.Ā
Itās a special thing to look back on the memories I have with my Girl on Fire. While there are a lot of hard memories that come with our relationship, I mostly focus on the last few years we got together. They were quiet, joyful, and full of moments that make your heart feel right at home.Ā
It seems nearly impossible that itās been 12 years since she confidently waltzed into my life. Sheās been lodged in my heart since the first time I set eyes on her. I knew she was meant to be mine, but wow, I had no idea how special she would be.Ā
Iām forever grateful she chose me. And I am so privileged that I got to choose her right back. š©µ