Published in the World Book of Values, 2013. Serenity comes from within. It is not a surface calm or a superficial peace – it is the harmony of the soul. “We have forgotten what rocks and plants still know – we have forgotten how to be – to be still – to be ourselves – […]
Published in the World Book of Values, 2013 Why do we always equate romance with subdued lighting and an intimate setting? Romance in stories and legends is rarely passive and quiet. Romance is passion, love unveiled. Candlelight and dinner is foreplay, not romance. Romance requires a baring of the soul, a depth of emotion that […]
Published in the SA Horseman, September 2009 How important is your riding position in Endurance riding? Stability and position are important in riding but in Endurance riding, with the amount of time and distance travelled on horseback, this can become a vital issue. A new study of riding stability and the forces exerted on a […]
Published in the SA Horseman, 2010 When attending a recent endurance ride, the number of riders wearing cycling helmets as opposed to riding helmets surprised me. It seems that many riders are still under the impression that a good cycling helmet provides sufficient protection. Unfortunately, this is not the case! Quite simply, the design is […]