For that last 26 years I have worked from home for my
husband’s business while raising our two children. My
son is 26 years old, has graduated with a degree in
engineering and has his own home. My daughter is 22
years old, has a full time job and lives at home. So
needless to say I have done my job in raising these two
fine adults and was searching for something to fill my
void.
I have felt for some time now that I needed to do
something for myself. I wasn’t sure what it was but knew
that it was more than working out, shopping at the mall
or going out to lunch with a friend.
A while back I heard a statement that struck me. ”Do
something for yourself, volunteer!” At first I really
did not grasp the meaning behind this. Well, can you
guess what happened next?
I was asked to help out at Victory Reins and was a
little hesitant at first, being somewhat fearful of the
horses and not quite sure of what I was getting myself
into. With a little coaching and encouragement from the
staff I have really enjoyed becoming a volunteer!
During my time there I have met some great young ladies
who volunteer, take riding lessons and do a number of
chores at the barn. I get to help out with Ethan, Sonny
and Georgia during their lessons. The time passes so
quickly because they are such a joy to work with.
It is obvious why the kids at Victory Reins are so
wonderful. You just have to meet their parents and it
all makes sense. They are loving, caring and involved in
their children’s lives.
Victory Reins has turned out to be a blessing in my life
and an answer to prayer!