A Gateway to Simpler Times

Letter from a Patron:

Jamie,

The smiles you bring to the riders brightens the day of everyone touched by you. The experience you have given me will have a place in my heart forever.

My first visit to Three Willows is one I will never forget. Looking into the eyes of Toby as he approached, he was so gentle as he nuzzled his head on my shoulder. I felt something in my heart shift that day.

Life becomes busy, bills become pressing. Sometimes when life gets complicated, I like to reminisce about those sweet, simple days when I first fell in love with horses and try to reconnect with that little girl. Three Willows gives me the opportunity to do just that.

There’s something about a girl and her love of horses.The connection, the sweetness of that love is something profound. The soft muzzles of fluffy ponies seem perfectly designed for the kisses, their thick manes perfect handholds for hugs and pony rides, the feeling of the warm breath of a horse against your cheek, and smelling their sweet scent.

Jamie you and your beautiful horses helped give me the confidence and ability to handle whatever life throws at me. Three Willows has taught me to be brave, take risks and don’t be afraid to be rejected.

There are times I feel I make mistakes when working with the horses but I am learning that it’s okay. The horses are forgiving and resilient. I am seeing that I am also resilient and that mistakes aren’t the end all. Horses are more than just loving, they give you the confidence and ability to handle whatever life throws at you.

Be brave, take risks and don’t be afraid to be rejected.

Thank you for making so many people happy and keeping so many people safe. Thank you for creating a safe and a healing environment to get through the most difficult times.