Susan Friedland: Trotting on the Trail of Misty and Marguerite Henry
Sunday, August 27 2023
By Laurie Berglie Portraits by Carolyn Rikje Susan Friedland has worn many hats—history teacher, blogger, horse book author—but her favorite hat is probably her riding helmet. Since 2013 her passion has led her to sharing her equestrian knowledge with a global audience through her blog, Saddle Seeks Horse. It’s where her followers can find product
- Published in Sidelines Feature, Sidelines Spotlight, Weekly Feature
Hannah Childs and Style Stock: Trending Upward
Friday, September 22 2017
By Susan Friedland-Smith When Hannah Childs’ kindergarten teacher first met her and asked the little girl what she liked to do for fun, Hannah told her teacher that she rode horses. “My mom and my dad looked at each other like, ‘What?’ because I had only ridden a pony at the fair. I just decided
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Mark Leone: Counting His Blessings
Monday, June 26 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini Mark Leone is celebrating more than 45 years in the horse world, but acts as if he just landed his dream job and can’t believe his good luck. He’s a winning grand prix jumper rider and trainer with a reputation for excellence, and it boils down to this: Mark Leone loves
- Published in General, Weekly Feature
Ariana Rockefeller: Driven by Classic Style, Equestrian Handbags and Her Love for Horses
Friday, February 03 2017
By Susan Friedland-Smith Balancing her equestrian passion in the countryside and her namesake clothing line in the big city, Ariana Rockefeller pulls off living both a metropolitan and rural lifestyle with ease. The New York fashion designer with the surname that’s a household name exudes a sophisticated, classic style and a deep love for all
- Published in General