Wabi Sabi Farms

06/01/2026

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05/03/2026

04/05/2026

What a beautiful way to spend a spring afternoon.

We came together in sisterhood and love to explore presence, connection, and authenticity through time with the horses.

Through quiet observation, shared reflection, and moments in the arena, each woman had the opportunity to be seen…not for what she does, but for who she is.

The horses, as always, offered honest feedback and gentle invitations to soften, to trust, and to return to ourselves.

Grateful for the sunshine, the herd, and this incredible group of women who showed up with open hearts.

More gatherings like this to come 🤍

03/25/2026

We had the pleasure of hosting a team from a global, innovation-driven technology company for an afternoon of learning with horses and what an incredible experience it was.

From the very beginning, the group showed up with curiosity and openness, which led to meaningful dialogue, powerful insights, and plenty of “aha” moments. The horses, as always, met them exactly where they were, offering honest feedback and inviting connection, awareness, and collaboration.

So many takeaways, so much growth, and a whole lot of fun along the way. Grateful to facilitate this kind of work with such an engaged and thoughtful group.

03/18/2026

Today was one of those sessions that remind me why I love building partnership with patience.

Nena stepped into her ground driving practice with so much curiosity and willingness. What stood out most wasn’t about what she did but how quickly she tuned in.

She was incredibly responsive to energy, presence, and intention. The lighter and more grounded we become, the more she softens, listens, and flows. It feels less like “training” and more like quiet conversation between us.

This is the same awareness we explore in our learning with horses. Horses like Nena reflect what we bring into the space. When we shift our energy, regulate or nervous systems, and become more present, others respond honestly and without judgement.

These are the moments that feel like magic. Where connection leads, and everything else follows.

So proud of this girl and the way she continues to show up with heart.

03/14/2026

We had a lovely surprise snowy day yesterday and I think it’s safe to say we all enjoyed the quiet beauty!

03/01/2026

There is something extraordinary that happens when a child feels fear and chooses courage anyway.

Yesterday at Wabi Sabi Farms in Snohomish, I watched a 9 year old client lead a large draft horse she had never worked with before through a patterned obstacle with steady hands and grounded focus.

New horse.
Much bigger body.
Unknown energy.

You could see the moment her nervous system registered the size of her. The pause. The assessment. The flicker of doubt.

And then she did the work we have been practicing.

Slow inhale.
Long exhale.
Feet rooted.
Eyes soft.

In learning with horses, they mirror our nervous systems. When we tighten, they tighten. When we rush, they rush. When we regulate, they soften and begin to trust.

She did not try to overpower her.
She did not pull harder.
She did not step back.
She breathed.

And the mare responded.

This is the quiet power of learning with horses. It is not about controlling a large draft horse. It is about learning to steady yourself in the presence of something that feels bigger than you, especially when it is unfamiliar.

Fear becomes information.
Breath becomes leadership.
Confidence becomes embodied.

Today she discovered that her calm could guide something enormous and new.

And that lesson will travel far beyond the arena.

If you meet something intimidating this week, what might shift if you chose one steady breath first?

02/05/2026

A rare, sunny February afternoon found me sitting in a lawn chair in the pasture with Nena and Romeo.
I used my break to ground, breathe, and listen, holding my intention for a retreat I’ll be attending this weekend.
In equine assisted learning, we talk a lot about presence, nervous system regulation, and felt safety.
Horses are masters of this.
They can doze while standing,
but only lie down to sleep when they feel safe enough to fully surrender their bodies to rest.
As Romeo and I stood together in quiet awareness, Nena soaked in the sun beside us before gently lying down and drifting off.
Not long after, Romeo stepped away and did the same.
No words.
No direction.
Just attunement.
Moments like these remind me that safety is not something we force it is something we co create through calm, consistency, and authentic presence.
It is the kind of space I strive to hold for all people where the nervous system can soften, the body can rest, and connection is allowed to unfold naturally.
Where in your life do you feel safe enough to fully rest and where might you be longing for more of that kind of safety?

01/20/2026

The foggy mornings have been a beautiful and peaceful precursor to the sunny days we’ve been experiencing in the PNW.

12/31/2025

As the year comes to an end, we’re feeling deeply grateful for all the growth at Wabi Sabi Farms. From peaceful mornings with the horses to shared moments with our community, this year was full of learning, connection, and steady progress. The land continued to teach us, the horses brought calm and joy, and the people around us made this place feel alive and supported. Ending the year rooted in gratitude and looking ahead with hope for all that’s to come in 2026.