Adoptive Home Series: Scarlet

Scarlet

Scarlet aka Ruby arrive in October 2020 at MVHR with two other horses all the way from New Mexico. Lily adopted Ruby and named her Scarlet in February 2021. Here is there story:

"The second I laid my eyes on Scarlet six years ago, I only caught a glimpse of the horse she would become, but there was a spark in her that I couldn’t ignore. That spark changed my life forever. From the beginning, I was determined to do everything with her; 4H, barrel racing, flag running, drill team, and more."

"Scarlet, being the horse she is, gave me every ounce of try she had. She never once backed down from what I asked of her, even when it was new or hard. Along the way, she wasn’t just a horse; she became my greatest teacher. I’ll never forget the day I won my first buckle on Scarlet. It wasn’t just about the win; it was about all the moments that led us there: the hard rides, the mistakes, the judgment, and the bond we built through it all. Every time I put that buckle on, I feel overwhelming gratitude. Gratitude that I picked her, but even more so that she picked me. Scarlet allowed me the space to make mistakes, to learn, to grow, not just as a rider, but as a person. And all the while, she was learning right alongside me."

"Every success I’ve had in recent years traces back to her. She shaped me into the rider and horsewoman I am today. She taught me patience, grit, humility, and the importance of giving second chances. Scarlet is living proof that a rescue horse can be just as successful, just as talented, and just as life-changing as any other horse. What makes her so special isn’t just the buckles, the patterns, or the performances. It’s the way she’s changed my outlook on horses and riding forever. She reminded me that horses are more than partners in the arena, they’re life partners. Scarlet is and always will be the horse that taught me what true connection with an animal feels like, and I will carry her lessons with me for the rest of my journey. I am so grateful that MVHR allowed me to share this incredible journey with such an incredible animal."

Thank you Lily for sharing this update and for adopting Scarlet in 2021! We are so proud of you both for all you have accomplished.