Welcome to Life in Two Saddles

Welcome to my journey!

This blog serves as a canvas for my experiences, thoughts, and insights as an equestrian in two vastly different worlds.

Hey there, and welcome to my little corner of the internet.

I’m Sarah, and I’m thrilled to share my passion for horses and the equestrian lifestyle with you. I split my time between Texas, where I’m learning how to ride horses as an adult and building comfy routines, and a tiny island in Alaska, where sunny days are a rarity and everyone is working hard to make the most of every day. Each location offers unique lessons, challenges, and rewards that shape my equestrian journey.

It’s a weird balance—fast and slow, structured and creative. Some days I feel like I live in two completely separate worlds. That’s where the name Life in Two Saddles came from. One saddle is literal—lesson barns, horses, tack, and learning to ride as an adult. The other is metaphorical—the version of me that’s learning how to stay grounded and creative, even when I’m far from the things that usually keep me going. I frequently find myself reflecting on how the horseback riding experience can transform one’s perspective on life itself.

Why I’m Starting This Now

For a long time, I told myself I needed to “wait” until I had something polished to share. But honestly? This is my life as it is right now: in progress. I’m learning to ride, learning to be more present, learning to find joy in small things whether I’m sweating at a Texas barn or listening to the rain on a tin roof in Alaska. Each experience, every challenge, and every breakthrough adds to the story I want to tell through this blog.

For a long time, I told myself I needed to “wait” until I had something polished to share. But honestly? This is my life as it is right now: in progress. I’m learning to ride, learning to be more present, learning to find joy in small things whether I’m sweating at a Texas barn or listening to the rain on a tin roof in Alaska.

I wanted a place to share that. Not just the curated stuff, but the real parts—the quiet wins, the awkward fails, and the little moments that remind me why I love riding, writing, and creating in the first place. It’s about embracing the journey and celebrating the process, rather than just the polished end result.

What You’ll Find Here

This blog will be a mix of things that matter to me, like:

This blog will be a mix of things that matter to me, like:

• Riding lesson stories and what I’m learning as an adult lesson student
• Life on a remote Alaskan island vs life in bustling North Texas
• Creativity, life and little rants I make along the way
• My love of random pictures that I capture from time to time

As we explore these topics, I hope to provide insights and encouragement for your own equestrian journey. Here’s a deeper look into what you can expect:

It won’t always be pretty or perfect—but it will be honest. If you’re someone who’s trying to find your rhythm, build a life you love, or just figure it out as you go, you’re in the right place. I’m here to share genuine moments that reflect the reality of the equestrian lifestyle.

What’s Coming Next

Next up, I’m writing about a lesson horse who completely changed how I see progress—because sometimes, the horse that makes you feel stuck is the one who teaches you the most. I’ll share my personal experiences with various lesson horses and how they’ve impacted my riding journey.

Next up, I’m writing about a lesson horse who completely changed how I see progress—because sometimes, the horse that makes you feel stuck is the one who teaches you the most.

Thanks for reading, and for being here at the beginning. Starting something new always feels a little vulnerable, but I’m excited to finally be doing it. Hope you’ll stick around.

—Sarah

Want to Stay in the Loop?

I’ll be sharing new posts regularly—some deep thoughts, some light updates, and maybe a few surprise wins.
Find me on Instagram or Threads at @mad_autumn. Join me on this journey and let’s inspire each other to embrace our equestrian passions!