“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.”

― H. Jackson Brown Jr.

For has long as I can remember, happiness is being on the back of a horse. The connection it takes to master tasks and the thrill of working with a 1200 pound animal is indescribable. There is a lot of hard work and practice involved in being a successful rider, and I’ve found the stronger my relationship with my horse, the better we are together.

Riders spend more time with their horses on the ground than they do in the saddle. The bond and relationship I have with my horses is really incredible. Their unconditional love and sense of emotion are comforting to me if I’ve had a bad day and add to my happiness when things are going well. Horses act as amazing listeners and companions, alleviating stresses from everyday life.

With this in mind, I started a program called Heart to Horses. I am so blessed to have horses in my life and wanted to create opportunities for others to feel that connection with a horse in such a powerful way.

Through Heart to Horses, I have connected with Occupational Therapists in Greenville and spend time on a weekly basis with children that benefit from being around horses. We pet them, groom them, and learn about them, and I have the opportunity to share my passion in a way that helps others and makes all of us smile.

The Logistics

We get together at Top Call Farm’s smaller location located at 40 Hightower Rd. in Taylors. I only work with one child at a time for safety, and adults must remain present. Please contact me below for more information.

Sydney Butenhoff