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In my weekly blog, “Amateur Equestrian Confessions,” I share the passion and the pain of one of the most endearing pursuits in the world, horseback riding.

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The Year of the Horse
The Lunar New Year officially begins on February 17th, 2026, heralding in the Year of the Horse. Why is 2026 the Year of the Horse ? The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle, with each year represented by a different animal. In 2026, the cycle brings us to the Horse, the seventh animal in the zodiac order. The Horse embodies enthusiasm, speed and fieriness. So, this is a year focused on bold moves and exploration. Fun Facts about the Chinese Celebration: It is also known
JoAnn Shannon
2 days ago


High-Tech Therapy
To get through these dark, cold months, I’ve turned to the light – the red light that is. Red light treatment is the newest in high-tech therapy options offering a non-invasive, comfortable experience. It’s a safe and effective method proven to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. I bought the Numiere Mask . Numiere Mask The red light is emitted through LED’s (light emitting diodes) which produce light energy and very little heat. Think of it as a human version of the way plants
JoAnn Shannon
Jan 28


Setting Goals
I was feeling a little guilty because I didn’t set any 2026 goals for myself. Then I read about the difficulty of keeping New Year’s resolutions. Stephanie Mindful Writer’s blog quotes a 2024 InsideOut Mastery article with these stats: Only 9% of people successfully keep their New Year’s resolutions. 43% of people expect to give up on their goals by February. In Very Well Mind , Clinical Psychologist, Terri Bli claims: “The pain of not changing has to be greater than the pa
JoAnn Shannon
Jan 13
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