Red Desert Ranch

04/12/2025

Happy news!!! Desert Rose gave birth this early afternoon to a beautiful baby boy!
Both mom and baby are doing great. He is already up and standing and nursing. She is being a very protective and good mom.
I couldn’t be more proud of mama!
It being the beginning of new things and a new season here, and Passover, please help me welcome, “Shalom” to the ranch family. “Shah” for short. TJ looked up the meaning of Shalom and I think it fits perfectly.
• Wholeness and Completeness:�Shalom suggests a state of being complete and whole, both inwardly and outwardly. �• Well-being and Prosperity:�It includes health, prosperity, and the absence of conflict or harm. �• Inner Peace and Tranquility:�Shalom can refer to a state of peace within oneself, a sense of calm and contentment. �• Harmony and Peaceful Relations:�It also signifies harmonious relationships with others and a lack of conflict. �• Safety and Security:�Shalom can also mean safety, security, and the absence of danger or threat. �
 I’m so glad I could be home for the birth and that everyone is happy and healthy. Thank you to everybody who endlessly checked on my horses and specifically Desert Rose while I was out of town  and thank you for everyone who sent prayers and positive vibes for a safe pregnancy and delivery for both mom and baby.
Today is a happy day. 

03/03/2025

Church on Sunday:
Gale force winds today! The horses are taking cover and I keep counting the chickens to make sure I still have all of them. Only kidding.
Even the strongest winds can’t knock us down, literally and figuratively. We still get outside and enjoy every day. Ava is enjoying her collection of deer antlers for this season. It is such a fun thing to walk the property and behind the house and find antlers on the ground this time of year.
Thank you so much to Ali for the beautiful art piece you did of Ava! You even got the wirehair right!
Chickens and ducks are laying eggs in full force if anybody needs farm fresh eggs! (Your donation goes directly to creature care.)🥚🦆🐓🐴
When I put the old cat tree in the barn, I didn’t expect the chickens to claim it and use it to lay eggs in! They are such amusing creatures that bring me endless joy.
There have been a lot of changes lately for a lot of people. If anyone needs some ranch time and animal time to take the sting away, just know that we are here for you and please reach out.
Take care of each other and hold a good thought for us at Red Desert Ranch as well.

01/19/2025

10/27/2024

Church on Sunday:
A beautiful drive to take in the autumn leaves 🍂.
Snoozing with Ava dog, who has claimed her side of the bed.
Loving on my Bailey horse and enjoying horse licks and nuzzles.
I love the creatures.💕🏜️🐴🦆🐾

10/20/2024

Church on Sunday:
Laying low with the creatures and appreciating the recent rains. Please welcome beautiful Ava dog to the family! She was officially adopted 3 days ago from Best Friends Animal Society.

09/15/2024

Church on Sunday:
Hanging with my best buddy, mini Cooper.
Horse time all day long with autumn in the air.

08/21/2024

We’re proud of one of our young participants who took this great photo of our miniature, Desert Rose. Her photo WON in our local fair!
Congrats!

04/21/2024

ANOTHER amazing day with Mike Henrie Horsemanship! Everyone pushed their comfort zones to the limit and beyond!
We saw astonishing transformations with both horse and rider this weekend and ooohhhh do we all feel good!
Confidence and safety on the trail and over difficult terrain makes riding so enjoyable.
Thank you everyone for attending. We can’t wait to see you at next month’s clinic. Happy trail riding!

04/21/2024

04/21/2024

Had a great Trail Clinic with Mike Henrie Horsemanship in Kanab, Utah today!
We did groundwork and the obstacle course to work out the kinks before riding out into the wilderness.
Awesome participants and awesome horses!
It feels so good to gain confidence as a leader for our horses.
See you all again tomorrow!