The Adventures of Shishana Rourke

06/02/2026

I made the call for Annie. It was like the flip of a switch. Her levels were improving, but something changed for her. She just stopped trying.

I’m not someone who believes in forcing them to keep going just because we aren’t ready to let go. Loving animals means listening when they tell you they’re tired, even when it breaks your heart. I refused to prolong any suffering for my own sake. The vets supported my decision and said we gave her the best possible chance.

Doing this kind of work in this day and age is hard. Not only do I have to regulate my own emotions and make decisions for the animals depending on me, but I do it with an audience. I do it knowing people will say, “You should have tried this.”

Thank you to Weems and Stephens Equine Hospital. They were incredible, and I truly appreciate everything they did for Annie. And thank you to everyone who donated, prayed, checked in, and loved her alongside us. I’m sorry I don’t have better news to give you.

Kannon understood exactly what we were needing to do when we went to say goodbye to Annie. He gave her some hay and a hug. I love you so much little buddy. Thank you for being Annie’s friend. Momma is so proud of you.

Annie, you were so deeply loved and you always will be.

06/02/2026

Watching our show and movement catches my eye… a brown recluse!! In my bed!! 5” from my leg!! Abso-fking-lutely not!

06/02/2026

The attack Emily Grace carried out on those horses shook a lot of people deeply, especially within the horse community. For many of us, horses are not just animals we ride or care for. They are part of our healing, our routines, and sometimes the only thing keeping us grounded when life feels overwhelming. The barn is where people go to escape anxiety, depression, grief, and the constant pressure of the world outside.

That’s why what happened felt so disturbing. Seeing innocent horses harmed by someone within the community created a level of heartbreak and anger that is hard to explain to people who have never formed that bond with an animal. Horses trust us completely. They rely on humans for safety, care, and protection. When that trust is violated through cruelty or violence, it affects everyone who loves them.

Emily Grace’s actions didn’t just injure horses physically, they left emotional scars on owners, riders, caretakers, and people across the horse world who saw themselves and their own animals in that situation. It reminded many people how vulnerable these animals truly are and how devastating betrayal can be when it comes from someone who understands exactly what horses mean to others.

At the end of the day, horses give people comfort without asking for anything in return. They deserve protection, kindness, and care from every person around them.

06/01/2026

Pool time!

05/31/2026

Pig flavored mud water anyone? 😆

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

My boys go outside every night to watch the airplanes come in. Well two nights ago they got quite the show from a local pilot! I’m not sure who this was but you made two little boys’ night!

05/31/2026

I agree!

05/31/2026

Funny answers only 😂