11/05/2026
It truly takes a village to keep a barn running, even on the best of days. But sometimes, that village becomes even more important when life throws you an unexpected curveball.
As some of you know, I was sidelined with a significant knee injury in the middle of this past show season, leaving me unable to take on many of the day-to-day responsibilities around the barn.
That’s where these two stepped up in a BIG way. ❤️
Natalie Clement Harper Blenkinsop
Harper and Natalie went above and beyond to keep things moving forward, from managing daily barn chores like feeding, stalls and turn-in, to keeping horses worked and putting in countless extra hours before, during and after horse shows. Their time, effort and dedication made an incredible difference, and their help was appreciated more than they know.
And to the rest of our Oak Valley village, thank you! To everyone who stepped up, lent a hand or helped out whenever they could, please know that your efforts never went unnoticed. Every little bit made a difference.
Marisa Cleary Paige Wingfield Hailey Boulard-Blemings Sophia & paisley
And a special thank you to my family, who were always there when nobody else could be. I couldn’t have managed the day-to-day without you all!
(Let alone Ice’s little eye fiasco 🤦♀️)
Cheryl Price Andrea Smith Keith Wettlaufer
From the bottom of my heart, thank you all so much.
It truly takes a village, and Oak Valley is lucky to have such a wonderful one.
~ Jessie💌
