Taking the Reins
Musings, thoughts and life-lessons from a rider on the edge.
Entry for April 21, 2008

I am, without a doubt, the world’s worst blogger. I mean to do it, but I don’t. I just don’t know what the purpose of it is, venting, sharing, growing.? I don’t even know who, if anyone, is reading this diatribe. So if you do read at some point, let me know.This is the beginning of my second year owning Texas Tack Exchange, which would also mean it’s the end of the first year. Wow, what a trip it’s been. I’ve learned so much, messed up a lot, and really, really grown.I just wanted to take a minute to say thank you to all the people who come by and shop, especially the ones who come by often and visit with me. It gives me great joy to talk horses with other horse lovers and even find ways to help them with stuff from the store.






This year has been full of struggles in the business, learning how to run a store, and in my personal life, more deaths and tragedies than I’ve ever experienced before. But it really lifts me up when I see people enjoying themselves in the store. When they tell me how happy they are to finally have a fun place to shop it makes me determined to make Texas Tack Exchange even better.My primary goal was to create a fun store where horse lovers could shop and visit and learn what kind of horse events were going on in their community. I feel like I got that bit off to a great start. Now I need to make my primary goal about making money so I can stay in business in Rockwall for many years to come ;-)
2008-04-21 15:16:59 GMT
Comments (2 total)
Author:Anonymous
Yes, someone is actually reading your blog - and I wanted to tell you how envious I am of you that you're able to live your dream. I wish I could do the same thing! :) I am in McKinney so I can't guarantee that I will get to your area often but if I do I will stop in and say hi. Good luck in your endeavors! ~Kim ("owned by" KA Enchantress, my 1/2 Arab mare)
2008-04-23 19:50:08 GMT
Author:Anonymous
I am another someone reading your blog. I check your website often to browse your saddles and drool over your gorgeous horses. I love the new pics you have put up. What incredible talent you have! I have visted your store and intend to do so again. I am almost in Mckinney so I'll not be that way often, but I will return!
--Kristi
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2008-04-28 01:48:22 GMT
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