In my summers I enjoy riding and competing my horses, Jewel and Premier. I also have 2 other horses, Peanut and Crow. I have been riding horses since I was 5 and have loved it ever since. I grew up in 4-H from ages 7-20 and then was a part of my middle and high school equestrian teams. Now I coach the Cityside Middle School equestrian team and assistant coach the Zeeland East High School equestrian team. 
I enjoy anything that involves the outdoors! I love the night sky when it's clear, being able to find stars, constellations, and planets. I enjoy kayaking and some day will kayak at Pictured Rocks. Camping is also fun, I spend a lot of nights in my tent at horse shows while my horse sleeps in the cozy barn! (backwards, I know) I also love to go hiking with my dog, whether it is close to home or in another state.I live in Zeeland, Michigan with my mom and 3 younger brothers. My oldest brother, Luke, is 20 and attends GRCC for both welding and tool and die. Seth is 16 and is a sophomore and Caden is 10 years old and in 5th grade. The year I started college was the year Caden started Kindergarden, having him look up to me throughout my entire college career has been a great motivator.
That's so cool that you have so many horses. I have actually never rode a horse (gasp)! How is your honors AP Bio going? That is a class I would eventually like to teach.
ReplyDeleteFifth grade me is so jealous of your horses! That's awesome! They're beautiful.
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ReplyDeleteYou really lived my childhood dream because I always wished for horses for every birthday and Christmas! I admire you have so many extra curricular activities that you are a part of. I think that will make you a great teacher because you are very well rounded. I as well am doing integrated science, and it has been a long road for me too so good job on sticking with it! I was wondering if your brothers are as in to riding horses as you are? Is it a family passion? Also, a quick suggestion. I was unable to view your video because you made your account on YouTube private. I think you need to make this video public unfortunately or we won't be able to view it, I had similar issues
ReplyDeleteThank you for all the kind words! My mom got me into horses since she grew up with them. My brothers ride occasionally but it's not really their thing. Thanks for the video tip! I noticed that on a few others as well.
DeleteI feel like I just watched a movie reading your story! What a great way to spend your time, with horses and teaching/coaching children in what you love. You are involved in many things which tells me you are high energy. :) Have you found a way to bring your horse love and experience into the science classroom? I can think of a few ways, but I'll let you ponder it.
ReplyDeleteDon't be afraid of bringing those two together. Students love new ways of looking at the same things and to hear their teacher's passion, as it relates to the learning topic. Great post!