A New Home for Basil 🐴 🏡... but is it with me?

🐴 Basil’s Big Shift: From Breaking Point to Brighter Days 🐴

March was a month of emotional turbulence, tough decisions, and major turning points. Basil, our beloved and spirited horse, faced a slew of challenges—from spooks and setbacks to total disconnection. For a while, it felt like we were both losing our way. But sometimes, hitting rock bottom is what it takes to spark real change.

In this video, I open up about the raw reality behind the scenes—what led to a full-on breakdown, the emotional weight of nearly giving up, and the turning point that changed everything: a move to a new yard with full turnout and a fresh routine. You'll follow the journey from despair to resilience as we navigate new routines, reestablish trust, and—at last—begin to see a calmer, happier Basil emerge.

📌 Inside this episode:
00:00 - Introduction: March Reflections
00:19 - A Local Show… and a Reality Check
01:06 - Back to Keith for Groundwork Practice
01:40 - Building Trust Through Small Challenges
02:31 - Preparing Basil for Ridden Work
03:54 - Managing Movement and Distractions
06:55 - When Everything Fell Apart
08:42 - Breaking Point: Emotionally and Practically
09:51 - The Tough Decision: Sell or Move
10:31 - DIY Yard or Nothing: A Last Chance
11:21 - The Big Move to a New DIY Yard
11:36 - Settling In & Taking Full Responsibility
12:06 - Time-Saving Tips for DIY Horse Care
13:53 - First Ride at the New Yard
14:11 - A Calmer, Happier Basil Emerges
14:47 - Planning for April Adventures
15:13 - Final Thoughts & March Costings

Whether you’ve followed Basil’s journey from the beginning or are just meeting him now, this chapter is one of reflection, grit, and hope. This isn’t just a story about a horse—this is about rediscovering trust, rewriting expectations, and learning to move forward… together. 💛

👉 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay tuned for Basil’s next chapter in April — there's a lot to be excited for.

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