06/23/2025
I have spent the past 2.5 months planning this youth event we had yesterday and it went off truly without a hitch. Heat and all.
I don’t remember much, if any complaints from kids or parents, overall. We took all of the heat precautions for both dogs and humans. I couldn’t have imagined it gone any better and as a dog person, trainer, mother, coach etc. It checked off all of the boxes in terms of dreams and goals.
I had a huge team behind me and it was fully a team effort. It took us all to do our part and each person did exactly as expected and beyond.
Our sponsors and judges were all incredible.
My daughter Addie took 1st in both Open Derby and Open shooting dog- with dogs Goldie and Ike. It may seem bias but I can tell you, this kid earned it. These judges are solid, well respected and give no favors. Addie has worked long and hard and her effort payed off and is finally recognized.
My son Jack unfortunately did not place as his dog made an error on one of the bird finds, despite Jacks fantastic overall handling. Such is life with young dogs in sport. More to work on at home, is all! He had a great time!
Today, I go through all the photos, wrap things up and take a break for the next month or two before planning the next one. 😵💫😂
Effort. Time. Dedication. Resilience.
Makes the dream happen.
