After relocating to Iowa in summer 2006, I had the great fortune to meet fellow equestrian Astrid Smith. New to the area and without a horse for the first time in about 15 years, Astrid lent me her 16.2h powerhouse all summer.Astrid is an avid cross country rider. Whether galloping through fields, hacking out at a nice extended trot, riding through waist deep river currents, or sharing wine, cheese, and strawberries after a 10-20 mile ride... Astrid reminds me of the reason why people love horses: because they are good for your soul.
