Since I grew up with a family who loves animals and nature, I naturally fell in love with horses. In fact, I didn’t just love the animal, I fell in love with them. Whether is was caring for them, grooming them, or riding them, I wanted to do it. Thankfully, my mom was understanding of my need to be around horses, and she allowed me to take riding lessons. After a few months at the stables I rode at, I started volunteering to help out. It was truly an amazing experience that I’ll never forget.