Meadow Lark Equine Center and Stables

05/10/2025

"The Silence Only She Could Hear"

This painting was created by an artist named Sophie, who had lived in silence since the age of three. A severe brain infection stole her hearing, and the world fell mute. No voices, no music, no birdsong. But there were horses.

Her first horse, a white mare named Lyra, became her everything — her friend, her compass, her silent guide in a soundless world. Sophie used to say that horses speak through the heart, and that she could “hear” Lyra through her skin — in the warmth of her breath, the rhythm of her steps, the gentle nuzzle on her cheek.

This painting was created a year after Lyra passed away. Sophie never spoke about the loss — but her heart couldn’t stay silent. So she picked up a brush.

She painted for weeks. Each stroke was not technique, but memory. Each shadow held warmth, each line a touch. The girl in the painting is Sophie. The horse — her Lyra. And that kiss? It's a goodbye. A thank you. A whispered “I still hear you.”

This isn’t just a painting.
It’s a memory made visible. A farewell wrapped in love — louder than sound, deeper than grief.

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12/03/2024

Look for the good in every situation!

“If you concentrate on finding whatever is good in every situation, you will discover that your life will suddenly be filled with gratitude, a feeling that nurtures the soul.” — Rabbi Harold Kushner

"𝑪𝒐𝒘𝒃𝒐𝒚 𝑪𝒖𝒕" 𝒑𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝑻𝒊𝒎 𝑪𝒐𝒙

11/29/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Love this artwork by Cody Witham Art

09/01/2024

08/24/2024

Make Them Carry Their Saddle
A father of a darling girl and I were talking last week and he said that he wanted his daughter to ride more and not have to do the work part of the catching, grooming, and saddling. I smiled as I explained.
Riding horses is a combination of strength, timing, and balance. Kids in this country are physically weak (unless they are actively involved with weight training and physical conditioning 4+ times a week.)
When you walk out to the field, you are clearing your stress from being under fluorescent lights all day; feeling the sun soak into your bones. As your body moves on uneven surfaces, it strengthens your legs and core.
When you groom your horse (especially currying), you are toning your arms and stabilizing your core.
When you carry your saddle, your arms, chest, and back are doing isolated strengthening work.
Being near horses, calms and makes you tune into the splendor of these empathetic animals.
When you ride at a posting trot, it’s equivalent to a slow jog calorie burn wise.
After a lesson, the riders are physically tired and mentally quiet and balanced.
Horses feel your heart beat and mirror your emotions back.
Riding large and somewhat unpredictable animals makes you resilient and pushes your expectations.
Working with horses is so much more than learning how to ride.
So parents, make your children carry their saddles. Don’t do the hard parts for them, as long term it actually hurts them. To advance with their riding, they must get stronger. You can help by doing the high parts.
I love having you all at the farm, and am so grateful to get to share these fascinating animals with you.

Credits Goes To : Hannah Campbell Zapletal ~

06/14/2024

😭😭 This is my son’s instagram post today.
Everything I do, I do for them and the Lord! I hope he knows how much I love him!

11/27/2023

I DID NOT KNOW... by Alissa Kelly

I did not know a horse could bring people into your life that end up meaning the most to you.
I did not know a horse could make the hardest days of your life bearable.
I did not know a horse could teach you to put others first.
I did not know a horse could remind you time and time again that your gut is always right.
I did not know a horse could break your heart.
I did not know a horse could pick you up when you have fallen apart.
I did not know a horse could teach you to dream again, after you thought it was not possible.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in yourself.
I did not know a horse could teach responsibility, work ethic, and dedication.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in something when no one else does.
I did not know a horse could make you learn to forgive and forget.
I did not know a horse could humble you faster than you can say humble.
I did not know a horse could make you a winner.
I did not know a horse could also teach you how to lose gracefully.
I did not know a horse could instill patience in you.
I did not know a horse could make you listen better.
I did not know a horse could give you their heart.
I did not know a horse could change your life.
I did not know a horse could do all these things...
but now I know. ❤️❤️

09/20/2023

David Hampton planted douglas fir and larch trees in a forest in Oregon to resemble a face. Every autumn the larch pines turn orange and the smiley face stands out.
The face is about 300 feet in diameter

05/07/2023

Do the best you can do with what you have.

The best lessons are learned when you have to do things the hard way. Don’t be jealous of what others have, be happy for them.

If someone has what you want then make it a goal to achieve or obtain what it is that they have.

Be grateful that you have to earn yours and enjoy the work that goes into achieving those goals.

Be accepting of the lessons you will learn and be thankful you are capable to make your own way.

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📸: Bee Silva