Dream Dancer Horse Photography

     It has now been one whole year since we started our web site and I am amazed that  we have had almost 3000 visitors. Thanks to the power of google and other search engines we have heard from horse people in more than 40 different countries. Nancy and I have had a lot of fun replying to emails and visiting hundreds of web sites made by equestrians that just want to show off their 4 legged buddies or direct us to their youtube videos. We want to thank all of you for sharing your love of the sport.

     Another fringe benefit is that several people from our distant past have tracked us down and old friendships have been renewed. It would never have happened if not for this site. We should have done it years ago.

     Last week we started tunning up our horses and ourselves for the upcoming season. The weather has been great and we are planning a trail ride in the next week or two. Satin has blossemed over the winter and looks better every day. I know that Nancy is just chomping at the bit to get back in to the show ring. She has also started coaching a couple of riders and training several horses. It's funny how easy it is to get deeper and deeper back into the all things equine. We thought that we would be satisfied with devoting all our time to the photography business but I should have known better. We have even considered selling the house and buying a small hobby farm. The more things change: the more they stay the same.

Happy trails to you and stay safe out there,

John

One week from today is Christmas and Nancy and I want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. The cold weather and snow doesn't mean the end of horse season. We rode on the Wolf Creek Equestrian Centre float in the Marmora Santa Clause parade. It was great fun and the float won 3rd prize. Congratulations to the folks at Wolf Creek. I hear that they have plans to heat their indoor arena this year so that will make it a lot more pleasent to exercise our beasts all winter. There is a link to their site on our links page. We have also been approached by Canterdown Farm to participate in next year's events. We might be jump judges or pooper scoopers or whatever they need. What a great facility they have. There is a link to them on our links page as well.

  Where did the summer go? I can't believe that my last post was in August. We have been spending a lot more time with our own horses lately and we hope to do a lot more competing next year. Sonya and Satin are looking in shape and the Fall Fare circuit has kept the photography business busy. We have a lot more personal pictures to post soon. There was another trail ride for members and guests and I'll write more about that next time. Stay tuned folks and let's see some new photos from everyone.

Happy Trails and stay safe,

JD

July was a busy month for us.  My marketing business and Nancy's nursing didn't leave us as much time as we would have liked.  We did some private photo sessions and our own horses got the bulk of our free time.  We decided not to book any shows,  in an official capacity,  but we did drop in on a couple just to keep in touch with our friends.  The race for year-end points standings is heating up and there is some exciting competition out there.  We did a little trail riding but the weather has not been co-operating.  The flies and mosquitos have been a big problem this year as well.  We hope that August and September are a little kinder.  Satin and Sonya are looking fit and always come running when the truck pulls up.  They know the word "cookies", our word for Krunch, and try to dig in our pockets for a few extra.  What a pair of characters.  Even when we don't get a chance to ride it is still a real treat just to be with them.  Thanks again to all of our site visitors and their kind comments and interesting stories. Until next time,

Happy Trails to you and be safe.

JD

   Wow! What a week-end. The Ontario Morgan Horse Club, Open Show on Saturday and a private video shoot on Sunday. Unfortunately for the show organizers it rained all day Saturday. Attendance was down of course and the opportunity for photos was some what stiffled but everyone put on a brave face and we got to see some beautiful horses and talented riders. We even managed to get about 200 shoots and some video. We must extend our heart felt appreciation to Steve Fortin for his invaluable help. Check out his personal photos on the "Members Photos Page". The guy has talent. Thanks also to the Morgan Horse Club for having us. And most of all, thanks to the riders and trainers and families who shared their day and their grace and hospitality with us. We met many gracious people and  we  request they keep in touch with us. The main reason that we steered our photography business toward the equine arts is that we love horses and the people we meet. We haven't entirely decided which show we will attend next. Maybe something a little closer to home. Stay tuned in on our "News and Links" page for an announcement. 

Ride Safe and Happy Trails to You,

JD