Horseback Riding

I decided to make a getaway to North Georgia and make Rome (of Georgia, not Italy) my home base for the adventure. Barnsley Resort offers guests all kinds of extras as part of their stay: parking, wifi, lawn games, access to great trails, canoeing, catch-and-release fishing, S’mores and even access to the Manor House Ruins and Gardens. Beyond the resort’s perimeter, the city of Rome also has so many places to choose from it was hard to narrow down, but with the sun going down and a chill in the air, we chose the most dog-friendly place downtown. Rome highlights included other trails like the Heritage Trail, with jaw-dropping views of the rivers; start at the Town Green and follow it all the way through downtown Rome, if you want.

Despite our well draining sandy soil, good footing is key for this part of Elf’s rehab as we try to strengthen his body – especially that injured leg. Up until the second week of January, we had slowly added 2 minutes of trotting each week to Elf’s rides until we hit 10 minutes. alternate short days of lunging with Pessoa with long, slow hacks that finish with 10 or 15 minutes of ring work as he’s feeling stronger. I’m generally a minimalist when it comes to training gadgets (although I’m an absolute sucker for super soft fuzzy things), but I know that the weakest part of Elf’s body is his SI/loin connection.

Elf suddenly had foot issues, we moved, had issues with our house, my kiddo’s school asked to skip him a grade and my husband was traveling constantly for work. My goals may not include tackling new levels or making a national list, but I am committed to each ride impacting my horse positively. A massive PR fight started over whether the World Equestrian Center Ocala could host both USEF rated shows and non rated shows that offered competitive experiences to other shows. Moving every 2 or so years as a military family, I can tell you that it is universally challenging to navigate finding good barns & trainers, getting plugged in to local resources and joining the opportunities offered by local organizations.

In addition to myriad on-property activities the hotel already offers (complimentary use of bicycles, indoor pool, spa and Afternoon Tea), the hotel will also feature this Wellness Weekend to help guests relax and recharge. For guests to enjoy this Wellness Weekend, The Ballantyne is offering a selection of special packages and rates for people to book their stays, including the Third Night Free; Spa Haven package; Carolina Residents rate; Stay 3 or More and Save 20%; and AAA Members (including two cocktails). The Spa at Ballantyne’s exceptional massage therapists will walk you through self-massage and stretching techniques you can use at home or office, to reduce stress and fatigue. This complimentary class will allow a maximum of 10 people, register in advance by Friday, January 22 at 7:00pm with the spa-

Another must-see is Dallas’s Art District, with the Meyerson Symphony Center, Nasher Sculpture Center and Crow Collection of Asian Art. In addition, the Ritz-Carlton features Uptown’s largest luxury ballroom; an outdoor swimming pool; and underground valet parking to protect your vehicle. If your face needs a boost, choose between a long list of facials, such as the Oxygen Facial (which infuses hyaluronic acid and oxygen into the skin) or the Vitamin C Facial (centered around 100 percent pure Vitamin C). If you do decide to travel at this time, we recommend you wear a face mask, pack and frequently use hand sanitizer, book a hotel with free cancellation and check websites or call for latest updates on policies and closures.

You can’t simply hop on a plane from America to Paris without a little planning ahead and some documentation. Even if you don’t currently have any travel plans right now, it’s a good idea to go through the process of getting a passport. Some countries require travel visas for a visit of any amount of time, while others only require them if you’re planning on an extended stay. Answer honestly about what you’ve brought with you, let them know how long you’re planning to stay in the country and be honest.

Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami , in an effort to raise funds for ballet dancers’ shoes through Project Pointe. A professional ballerina can dance through 100-120 pairs of pointe shoes and at a cost of $125 per pair, dancers can collectively spend more than $20,000 on shoes in one season alone. Your donation to “Project Pointe” Dancer Shoe Fund is a wonderful way to directly impact and show support for the ballet dancers and the hard work put into creatively impacting the world with so many inspiring performances. Donate $5, $25 or $125 (the cost of a pair of pointe shoes) at check-out and join us in preserving the arts.

Fresh Dog Food, Delivered and Made, Using Only Real Food Fresh dog food will make your pet’s immune system better and will give your dog more energy. My girls were already eating food almost like Just Food for Dogs, but it can take up to 11 days to slowly integrate your dogs onto a fresh food diet. Start slow so your dog does not get sick and by day 11, your dogs will be eating only JustFoodForDogs for the rest of their lives! Other dog foods don’t always tell you exactly what is inside their horrid cans or bags, but JustFoodForDogs makes their recipes by hand in open-to-the-public kitchens.

The DAV Spare Change program allows donors to round up purchases on a credit or debit card on a monthly basis to automatically donate “spare change” to give hope for a brighter 2021 to disabled veterans. The DAV Spare Change program allows participants to “swipe for good” with each credit card swipe made during the holidays. For example, a DAV Spare Change donor purchases a pair of gloves for the cold weather upon us for $7.84 on a linked debit card or credit card. Next time you are out shopping for a warm cape, boots, or anything you may need use a credit card linked to the DAV Spare Change program and help disabled veterans who are in need!

Famous for its party atmosphere, Mykonos Island also offers escape and tranquility for those seeking to take a break from their fast-paced life. Spa therapies have existed since the times of ancient Greece, when locals took to bathing in hot springs and soaking in mineral waters as a popular means to treat illnesses. Your experience starts by deeply cleansing the skin with a revitalizing body scrub, followed by a full-body foam massage and a nourishing marine mud body mask with aromatic oils of sweet orange and rose geranium. Relax from your everyday stress and fatigue and choose from a variety of services, including bio-energetics massage, massage with natural shells, massage with warm candle, facial and body mud therapies, 24k gold mask, collagen beauty masks, body therapies for cell renewal exfoliation, and cellulite treatment.