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An Elf’s Story

I have a very important job. Millions of people depend on us. The job is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We gather information, take detailed notes, and use that information to produce a report for our boss each evening. We travel from our workplace to our office. It’s a long journey that can be treacherous at times. Upon arrival, we wait in a long line so each of us can take turns presenting our report to the boss. Waiting in line can be kind of fun, we drink hot cocoa and play games with our co-workers. It’s nice to catch up with everyone, have a few laughs and discuss some creative ideas as to what to do at our workplace the next day. In the wee hours of the morning, we make our way back to our workplace. This is the fun part of our job! We get to create a moment in time for our clients that will inspire awe and wonder.

I am a scout elf. My name is Blueberry. I was assigned this position by Santa himself. The first time he sent me to my client’s (us in the biz call them believers) home he was 3 years old. A few years later he allowed my sister, Strawberry, to join me as my believer also had a baby sister. Every day we are tasked with observing our believers and their behaviour. Santa likes very detailed information to help him finalize his naughty and nice list. The best part of our job is playing with our believer’s things when we get back in the morning. There’s always something new to do. Our believers really like it if we get into mischief. Over the years we have done some pretty crazy things. The big humans don’t always appreciate our anticks. I remember this one time, we wanted to make our clients breakfast. We always keep the 4 elf food groups in mind, they are candy, cand canes, candy corn and syrup. So, we made our specialty – breakfast spaghetti!

I don’t know why the big humans were upset. The believers loved it!

The difficult part of our job is watching our believers. We are rooting for them. We want them to make it on the nice list! The excitement and business of the Christmas season can make any human nutty as a Christmas fruit cake! We take this into consideration when we write our reports. And Santa is a very fair man. We don’t like to put anyone on the naught list but when it does happen, we do everything we can to help our believers make it back to the nice list by Christmas morning. There have been a few times it has come down to the wire. Luckily enough I’ve never had to put anyone on the naughty list.

One thing we must be on the look out for is spies. There are some believers who want to see us work our magic. There is a strict rule that no human can see an elf’s magic. It could ruin everything! We do our utmost to make sure this doesn’t happen. Word on the street is that there have been some hidden cameras installed in some of the believer’s homes. I haven’t seen any myself but there was a video going around where one of the new elves were seen flying home.

On December 24th, the last day with our believers, we bring a present. Usually, it’s something they can use or do that day. A Christmas book to read before bed, or one of our new Christmas movies. Elf Productions make the best movies! And we always bring fresh new Christmas pajamas. As the day wears on we start to get sad. This is the last day we will be with our believers until next year. On Christmas Eve before our believers go to bed they lay out milk and cookies for Santa. Then they come say their goodbyes to us. If I could move they would see a few tears fall as they make their way to their beds. Our most important job is our last task. Before Santa can go down the chimney, it is our job to make sure the coast is clear. There can not be any movement in the house, no one getting up for a glass of water or using the bathroom. This can be tricky because you never know when something like that may happen. Once we are sure everyone is sound asleep, we contact Santa with our two-way, satellite radios. We use a special frequency the humans can’t tap into. It’s hidden in the northern lights.

Oops, I wasn’t supposed to tell anyone about that! Can you please keep this a secret. Oh, fiddle sticks, Santa would be so upset with me if he found out! Anyway, after Santa makes his way down the chimney. He lays out all the presents under the tree and we hop into his sack to catch a ride back home. We are quite tired after flying back and forth to the north pole each night. It is a nice treat to layback and enjoy the ride! Did you know that Santa has a hidden room in his sleigh, just for the scout elves? He sure does! But I’m not going to tell you anymore about it. You can’t trick me again into telling you, our secrets! The ride home with Santa is usually quiet. We are all sad because we are leaving our believers. We have so much fun with them and get such joy watching them enjoy the magic of the Christmas season. We console each other and make a promise to return again next year.

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The Story Spine

When storytelling, in any medium, it is important to have a clear structure and purpose. Using a story spine is a great way to do just that. The structure of the story spine is broken down into 5 sections.

1. The Beginning

This is when the main character’s world is introduced to the audience. The main character is described and their normal routine is established. The sentence starters used in this section of the story spine are:

  • Once upon a time…
  • Every day…

2. The Event

The next step in the story spine is the event, this is where the routine is interrupted. Something happens in the main characters life or world that breaks the normal everyday routine that is established in the beginning. The sentence starter used in this section of the story spine is:

  • But, one day…

3. The Middle

This is where the bulk of the story takes place. The main character experiences major consequences as a direct result of the routine being broken. There is no clear path and the outcome is unclear. The sentence starters used in this section of the story spine are:

  • Because of that…
  • Because of that…
  • Because of that…

Typically there are 3 incidents in the story that the main character experiences. One is a result of the other.

4. The Climax

This is where the main character’s journey comes to a peak. They experience success or failure as a direct result of what they were faced with. The sentence starter used in this section of the story spine is:

  • Until finally…

5. The End

For the main character the world has forever changed. Whether the they have success or failure, in the end, a new routine is established. The sentence starter used in this section of the story spine is:

  • And, ever since then…

The author, Kenn Adams, who created the story spine has said that over the 3 decades since he developed it others have taken it and modified it to make it their own. But some of these adaptations have made it less powerful. I think that the power of the story spine is in its simplicity. It gives the author a structure of a story of which they can build upon.

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Tips on Social Media Writing

You have a small window of opportunity to stop someone from scrolling and be interested in what your post has to offer. What can you say to make someone stop scrolling? How do you keep their attention? Make them react?

You want to convey a good story, all within the limitations of a social media platform. To do this, there are a few simple tricks that will help your social media writing and grab your readers’ attention:

The above are taken from an article by Eric Goldschein: The Non-Writers’ Guide To Writing Better Social Media Copy. This article helped me with my social media writing tremendously!

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My Christmas Decorating Experience

I love Christmas, the whole Christmas season! I love the music. I love the magic. I love time spent with loved ones. I love giving. I love cheesy Hallmark Christmas movies (regular Christmas movies are pretty good too). I love the traditions. I love the decorations!

One of our Christmas traditions is decorating the house the last weekend in November. Decorating day is a much anticipated event around here, only third in line after Christmas Day and the day the scout elves arrive. This year I live tweeted the momentous event.

How it Started

I began my story by setting the scene. The first step is dragging all the decorations upstairs from the storage room in the basement and cleaning the area to prepare it. There was lots of excitement and my elves were eager to help! The first few hours were filled with lots of teamwork, stories of our favorite ornaments and Christmas’ past. Each year we each buy a new Hallmark ornament so they are all special and all have their own unique story. Then things started to get a little dicey.

My ‘type A personality’ started to kick in and I was doing my best to keep my composure but the elves ornament placement didn’t quite have the same vision as I did. I decided to look past it (or rather I had decided that I would make adjustments once the elves were asleep!) and turn my attention to the mess of ornament packaging. A few disagreements ensued between the elves because one wouldn’t share with the other and feelings were hurt. I had my doubts if we were going to be able to complete the decorating in one night. My momma intuition kicked in and figured they were hangry elves that needed to eat. While most elves food consists of “candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup”, according to Buddy the elf, we decided to order pizza. With fully bellies and tired bodies the Prep and Landing TV short made its way onto the television and I knew this had become a solo mission.

How it’s Going

I will admit at this point I was feeling a little hopeless. The house was a mess, there was boxes and decorations half put together all over the place, I knew I needed help. So I called in a couple of reinforcements named Innis & Gunn. They really helped encourage me to keep going. And little by little things started to come together. First, Santa’s village was completed with only one casualty. He’s still in decoration hospital but he’s expected to make a full recovery. Then the mantle above the fireplace took shape. It took a long time to put together. I am so grateful for those temporary 3M hooks. Without them I wouldn’t have been able to hang the stockings or keep the garland in place.

How it Ended

Completion of that gave me the motivation to get the last of the decorating completed. The half dressed tree the elves had started was my last assignment. I added more ornaments, mostly the round shinny kind and placed the tree topper, an angel. It was late, my feet were aching and my eyes were burning. It had been a long day but it was sure nice to sit back and enjoy all the work we put into decorating the house.

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Why the Grinch Stole Christmas

Everyone knows the classic tale of the hairy green outcast that plans to ruin Christmas for the whimsical town of Whoville. The story is not so much about How the Grinch Stole Christmas, even though it is the title, but Why the Grinch Stole Christmas and What he learned in the process. This story is simple, it follows a well planned story spine, is relatable and even though the main character is a grumpy, selfish, beast, in the end we all fall in love with him. But why is that? Why does this interest us? Lets take a closer look at the mechanics of the story.

Once upon a time…

The story begins by describing a secluded Grinch. The author, Dr. Seuss, paints a picture of an outcast that is not like others. “Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot… but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville did NOT!”

His location is outside of the town. His name is and identity are different; he’s a Grinch not a Who. And he is the only one that does not like Christmas. While I don’t always like to admit it, there have been times in my life where I felt like I didn’t fit in, like I was not part of the group. Making that connection with the character, makes it feel like we are involved in the story.

Every day…

As the story continues, we learn that every Christmas the Whos’ wake early (disrupting the Grinch’s sleep), quickly open their presents and make a lot of “Noise! Noise! Noise! Noise!” They are then described to sit down to a feast of “Who-pudding, and rare Who-roast-beast”. And if that weren’t enough they would then join hands and start singing!

When it seems like everyone around us is jolly and enjoying all the events, festivities, music, materialism of the season but all we feel is stress, chaos, and empty wallets. I think this one of the reasons this story is so powerful as there are so many that can relate to how the Grinch feels like an outsider, all alone in the craziness of the season. If it wasn’t already, by now the readers interest is peaked. We have an understanding of why he is so grinchy but what will the Grinch do?

But, one day…

For the Grinch this is too much to bare “I must stop this whole thing! Why, for fifty-three years I’ve put up with it now! I MUST stop this Christmas from coming!… But HOW?” All of a sudden, the Grinch got an idea that would finally break the Christmas routine for the Whos’.

This is where the Grinch is able to break the routine he has become accustomed to. He is no longer willing to endure the joy of the Whos’ and has decided to take action. The storytelling is a bit suspenseful here as the author doesn’t tell us exactly what the idea is and is a great way to keep the reader engaged.

Because of that…

The Grinch now must put his idea into action. First, he dresses the part “What a great Grinchy trick! With this coat and this hat, I look just like Saint Nick!” He even enlists the help of his sidekick, his dog Max to play the part of the reindeer.

At this point in the story we are not too sure what the Grinch is up to but we appreciate his creativity and ingenuity. Our curiosity keeps us engaged, which can be challenging today with our short attention spans. This book was original published in 1957 but this story has a strong narrative that promises to keep the readers attention.

Because of that…

They journey to Whoville on a sleigh with empty boxes and sacks in anticipation. In a rather clever way the Grinch imitates Santa Clause and goes down every chimney and clears out every home in Whoville. “Then he did the same thing to the other Whos’ houses. Leaving crumbs much too small for the other Whos’ mouses!”

While the thought of breaking and entering another persons home is not something that most of us would condone, we can relate. There has been times in everyone’s life when we have been driven to the brink of insanity and had thoughts of doing things that are questionable. Watching someone act on those thoughts is interesting. To anyone that has ever thought “what if?” this is a glimpse into that reality. This is yet another way the reader feels involved in the story.

Because of that…

Once their mission is complete they travel back up north to dump everything that was collected. The Grinch is filled with excitement in anticipation of what all the Whos’ will find when the awake. “They’re finding out now that no Christmas is coming!” He waits to hear their disappointment, so he can rejoice in their sorrow.

We know that the climax of the story is coming and we are anticipating the outcome. We expect that the Whos’ will wake and be saddened by what they find, much like the Grinch.

Until finally…

To the Grinch’s surprise what he hears is joy. He is confused that Christmas still comes even though he had stolen all the material items that make Christmas. But then he comes to the realization that ” ‘Maybe Christmas,’ he thought, ‘doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas… perhaps… means a little bit more!’ ” The Grinch then takes back all the presents and food and decorations to Whoville.

This is where the theme or message of the story is revealed. And it is the opposite of what we had thought would be the Whos’ reaction. It instructs us and provides meaning that, while at Christmas time there are presents and decorations and food and drinks and materialism, that is not the true meaning of Christmas. It is about the friends and family you share your time with. It is about giving. It is about celebrating together. It is about community. It is about believing in the magic that we all have inside of us. This is where I get those warm fuzzy feelings of Christmas.

And ever since then…

The Grinch then joins the Whos’ in their celebration. “And he… HE HIMSELF…! The Grinch carved the roast beast!

This is the resolution of the story. It eludes to the fact that from that time forward the Grinch participates in Christmas with the Whos’. And I’d like to think that he is no longer an outsider. The Whos’ accept the Grinch into the community the whole year. In the end this leaves us with a sense of happiness and the belief in the magic of Christmas. The ending inspires us to live the true meaning of Christmas.

A Classic Christmas Tradition

As you can see the story has a good foundation. The story spine shows the simplicity of the timeless tale. And the 4 I’s of good storytelling definitely hit the mark. Because of this How the Grinch Stole Christmas has had longevity and a timelessness that has been proven time after time in the many different adaptations of the tale. From the first animated cartoon, to the live action movie, a full length animated movie and even a Broadway musical, audiences through the generations have embraced the true meaning of Christmas.

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Hyprov – A Live X Feed

Having hypnosis and improve come together is like a perfect storm. The power of relaxation and meditation, with the only thing holding you back is your morality and the power of suggestion. Mix that in with the force of improve with a Canadian legend, and you have yourself a winning combination. Hypnosis shows can be a little lackluster and repetitive, but when you have the comical mind and imagination of Colin Mochrie, it takes it to the next level!

I was lucky enough to have seen Colin Mochrie’s Hyprov comedy show for our company’s Christmas Party this year, and it was one for the books! I’m a 90’s baby, so I grew up watching Whose Line Is It Anyway? and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to experience an inkling of the cult classic. The show was hilarious and the volunteers were great and it’s what prompted me to live tweet a segment from the show.

When I was live tweeting, I wanted to follow a few simple principles of snippet storytelling. I wrote the way I talk – I wanted to share my experience with others, and I wanted others to be as excited as I was. I wanted my thread to have intent and to set the stage for the joke. I tried to be relatable with how I posted, and wanted to build up the suspense for the zinger that one of the volunteers had. I tried to evoke a reaction/emotion, be it warm and fuzzy for remembering the joys of Whose Line Is It Anyway? or the absolute hilarity that ensued from the joke. I added hashtags where I could and also included visuals that would hopefully catch the eye and used punctuation in a way that would maybe stop someone from scrolling and be interested.

And now for a classic Whose Line Is It Anyway? moment #arctictern

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The Movie That Gave Me All The Feels

Like most, I love me a good movie. It’s nice to be able to sit down and forget about reality for a bit and dive into the life of something or someone else.

I watched a highly anticipated movie when it first came out in 2009, and to this day, it left a lasting impression on me. I remember feeling inspired, in awe, there was love and loss, conflict and resolution, and had a good, strong narrative. I remember feeling like I was having an existential crisis afterwards. The feeling and inspiration of wanting to do more.. be more.

So which movie gave me all these feelings?

The highest grossing film of all time, James Cameron’s 2009 Avatar.

Emotional Connection

The Na’vi people have a word for “bond” or “connection” and it’s called Tsaheylu – a mental connection to one another. This connection in a way, was brought to life, when experiencing this movie for the first time. You felt like you were a part of the the character’s development and the trials and tribulations of Jake Sully, Neytiri, Dr. Grace Augustine, the Na’vi people, and the creatures of Pandora. Each with their own unique layers, motivations, and struggles. You had characters you fell in love with and were rooting for, and you had the villains you despised. The emotion put into every single detail of the alien environment, music and characters is fantastic and the story it told was remarkable. The connection between the current real world encroachment on our ecosystems is also very prevalent and really gives you something to think about and reflect upon.

Visually Captivating

This movie was innovative and visually stunning especially for it’s time being released in 2009. The movie transported you to a world unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. The colors, CGI effects, movements, symbolism, and the elements of spirituality all tied in to create the most beautiful and captivating cinematic experience. During the plot development in the beginning of the movie (just when you thought the visuals couldn’t get any better) you’re introduced to Pandora at night. The subtle lighting cues and the experience of the bioluminescent environment is like something out of a dream. Avatar was pinnacle in the film industry, as it was one of the pioneers in 3D technology.

The Plot

The film’s plot follows a classic formula of an outsider thrown into a new world facing conflicts, and ultimately finding themselves aligned with the indigenous people. While this theme is not entirely original, Avatar manages to create a compelling narrative with a strong environmental message. The themes of corporate greed, exploitation, and the destruction of nature resonate, and they serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving our planet. The story is captivating, gripping and suspenseful – blending science fiction, action, and romance in a way that keeps you involved and on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

It’s a true masterpiece in it’s own way and it will leave you in awe long after the credits have rolled.

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Up, with all the heart.

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With the number of movies, I have viewed and books that I have read, this story stands out. It is their ability to compose a story that is universal, timeless, and leaves an impression on the heart. This storytelling masterpiece is Pixar’s Up. It was released in 2009, and continues to embrace audiences with its emotional journey, and memorable characters. It’s incredible visual storytelling weaves a wonderful unique story. Although it follows the principles of Pixar’s story spine, its relatable because its on base of the real-life story. The article “Even in death, ‘Up’ house owner Edith Macefield remains a mystery” written by Jayson Jenks tells a story that has some parallels to Up. There are similarities with both of the homes being threatened with construction of newer developments and the senior citizens owners are not wanting to sell their property. https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/searching-for-edith-macefield/  Although the Up movie has found its own heartfelt story and it takes you on a wild adventure. The parallels in both of these stories that I like is that money does not win.

Oh, that montage!

This warm-hearted journey has all the fundamentals of great storytelling, but the montage in the beginning creates an instant connection to the audience. This connection has us cheering for Carl, and wishing positive outcomes for him. We all share the experience the loneliness Carl is enduring within his life. The loss of Ellie his wife draws out a sense of empathy for Carl, we even forgive him for being a grumpy person. The audience recognizes that losing someone changes you. A bond has been established with Carl, the audience is engaged, earnestly anticipating to see what unfolds next for him. Up has found its audience and provides a meaningful connection that ensures this story to be memorable.  Even within the IMBd website, the favorable reviews speak of Up being one of the best Pixar movies ever made, some even say it’s masterpiece. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1049413/reviews?ref_=ext_shr_lnk In reading the reviews there is a common theme of the write ups, it is an emotional story that captures our hearts. This story crosses my thoughts from time to time, serving as a reminder that embracing change can be an adventure.

Up and away!

With the threat of being put into a senior’s facility and losing his home. Carl decides to have an adventure by attaching thousands of balloons to his home in hopes of fulfilling his promise to Ellie by reaching Paradise Falls and escaping the insistent developer. Although this idea may seem impossible, there was a group that tested this idea with surprising results. This experiment only adds more magic to this story and the excitement is evident on all the volunteers involved. ABC news reports on the Disney’s “Up” house created in real life and flown for National Geographic show.  This is a must watch report that will stir up that magical feeling of wonder. https://youtu.be/rV6rNqin4P8?si=nOenIIP9d_o6GTmx

What now?

Even with the home taking flight, there are still many conflicts and challenges along the way. Such as Russell, the eager Wilderness Explorer who accidentally tags along on this adventure, adding another likable character to the mix. Russell and Carl find commonalities and build an unlikely friendship during this wild ride to Paradise Falls. Indeed, a villain is present in this story. Charles Muntz, is attempting to take the rare bird who is traveling with the duo. Charles and his speaking dog army are trying to steal the bird, no matter the cost. Doug, the gentle canine escapes Charle’s army, and joins Russell and Carl befriending them on the journey. This conflict helps these lovable characters in forging bond. They must collaborate to defeat Charles Muntz, and navigate the dangerous environment.

It’s a win!

After overcoming all of the obstacles, this adventure changes Carl. Who becomes a sympathetic mentor and friend to Russell, and far less grumpy. It reminds us of how to be courageous, be adaptable and the power of love. The end scenes will beautifully tie up all loose ends, leaving the audience with a profound sense of closure and fulfillment.

This story.

The manner in which this story is crafted along with the visuals, took my heart and I was ready to go the distance with Carl. The relatability of this movie shocked me at the beginning of how deep it went, especially for a Pixar picture. The sense of loss and loneliness is something I truly understand. This story reminds me that being uncomfortable will sometimes delivers the best growth moments in life.

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The Crazy Bird Lady

As a single mom, there are lots of days I am home alone. When my kids are gone to be with their Dad, I find myself longing for the sights and sounds of another living entity in my condo. I started to think about getting a pet, something for the kids. But in reality, that was just a way for me to justify it … we all know the pet was for me.  I have always had dogs, but living in a condo isn’t ideal for training a puppy; I am severely allergic to cats; Fish are not ones that can provide the companionship I was looking for.

But as a kid I not only grew up with dogs, but we also had birds. My kids have been fascinated by birds for a long time too. I decided that a Cockatiel would be the best bird to fit into our family dynamic. They are friendly, love to be a part of the “flock” and can sing and talk if you spend enough time with them. I reached out to a local breeder and began the process of slowly setting up the condo for a Cockatiel.

Fast forward a few weeks later, and my neighbour who knew I was getting a bird, messaged me and said that they found a Budgie in a tree. After posting to the YYC Lost Pet Facebook page, no one claimed the little guy and they asked if I would like to take him home.

At this moment, my internal dialogue was more, at the moment, than a responsible adult rationale. Two birds, of course, would be totally better than one. Then they won’t be lonely. But what would be better than 2 birds??!! Why…. 3 birds of course. I quickly send a message to the breeder I was getting the original first Cockatiel from and asked if he would happen to have another Cockatiel available for adoption. He did…Sign me up! I have now turned into the crazy bird lady.

The first week of July, the kids and I packed up for a day trip to drive to Leduc to pick up our two new Cockatiels that would be joining Budgie. We bought this backpack we saw on TikTok that can be used as a cat carrier or… a bird carrier.

Check out my story on Twitter.

Assignment 2 breakdowns…

When telling this story on Twitter, I defaulted to the 8 points a Story Arc. I think in general most stories will fall under this story construct structure. Unless, of course, you write a cliffhanger… but with my story, well you all know how it ended.

I also included the typical beginning, middle and end. I am slowly starting to like storytelling through Twitter. But I am still a novel girl.

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Down the Fence

Here goes my best attempt at trying to make the sport of Reined Cow Horse sound super cool and hopefully convince anyone that has had poor experiences with horses to give them another chance. A little background information on myself, My mom and I both share a love for horses and one of the things we aim for is to be fierce competitors in the sport. Something that has stuck with me from this show is when the quote “You never truly arrive”. This hits me both in the context of the difficulty of competing in a judged event, trying to showcase you and your horse to the best of your abilities, in and out of the arena. As well as life in general, sometimes it can feel like we never truly arrive at the destination we think we should be or where we want to be. 

Today, we’re diving into the thrilling world of Reined Cow Horse through the lens of the captivating documentary, “Down the Fence.” (https://downthefencemovie.com/trailer ) Directed by Lori Adamski-Peek and

 MJ Isakson, this film takes us on a mesmerizing journey that explores the passion, dedication, and bond between horse and rider in the intense sport of Reined Cowhorse. So, saddle up. 

In “Down the Fence,” we witness the essence of Reined Cow Horse where the skills of cutting and reining converge into an extraordinary display of athleticism. The film highlights the discipline’s rich history, showcasing how it has evolved into a sport that requires immense precision. The film introduces us to a diverse cast of passionate individuals who dedicate their lives to Reined Cow Horse (https://www.horsenation.com/2018/01/16/documentary-review-down-the-fence/ Trust me it’s not as easy as it sounds. Through intimate interviews and immersive footage, we get to know the riders, trainers, and owners as they share their personal journeys and the challenges they face in pursuit of excellence. 

The film beautifully captures the emotional highs and lows of their experiences, leaving us inspired and emotionally invested in their stories. It showcases the unbreakable bond that forms through countless hours of training, patience, and understanding. Whether it’s a special  moment between a trainer and a young horse or the power and finesse displayed during competition, “Down the Fence” emphasizes the Cowhorse community as a whole and shows the deep trust and partnership required. As the film progresses, we are shown thrilling scenes during competition  that will leave you on the edge of your seat. The riders extraordinary horsemanship skills are on full display as they navigate intricate reining patterns, execute precise maneuvers, and exhibit their horses’ exceptional athleticism. The intensity and adrenaline of the competitions, combined with the camaraderie among riders

Down the Fence” is a must-watch documentary that beautifully captures the heart and soul of a Reined Cow Horse. Through mesmerizing visuals, compelling narratives, and unforgettable moments, the film immerses us in the world of these incredible equine athletes (https://www.aqha.com/-/equine-stars-of-down-the-fence- ) and their partners. As we explore the film’s remarkable stories and witness the profound connection between horse and rider, we gain a deeper appreciation for the dedication, skill, and passion that define the sport of Reined Cow Horse.

Prepare to be awed, inspired, and, most importantly, reminded of the extraordinary bond between humans and horses.

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