#dxjurassicclassic

[thesdcowgirl]

“All poor behavior is rooted in an unmet need.” . I’ve no idea to whom this quote is attributed. It was mentioned in a conversation I had a couple weeks back. . It’s fascinating, isn’t it? . From a horse training perspective, I tell people all the time - if you have to “punish” your horse, you’re late. . You missed the unmet need. They needed direction or support earlier. . It’s not any different with humans. . What are some ways you’ve experienced this? . #badbehavior #behavior #psychology #stormysky #shotoniphone #dxjurassicclassic #horsephotographer #deepthoughts (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckzgijgsrjo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thesdcowgirl]

December 22 and it was 45 degrees! You won’t find me complaining! . #lifebetweentheears #dxjurassicclassic #thedinomutt #thedxranch #ranchlife (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXzgjXnsQeh/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesdcowgirl]

How’s everyone feeling about their Monday? . 😂😂😂 . #iphoneportrait #dxjurassicclassic #thedinomutt #shotoniphone #mondayfunday (at Golliher Arena) https://www.instagram.com/p/CS6rmdoAMBd/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesdcowgirl]

I took these the other day and then forgot about them. . Story of my life. But here they are now. It was a gorgeous day to work yearlings on the river! . #badasscowgirlshit #dxjurassicclassic #lifebetweentheears #throughtheirears #hifromsd #themightymo (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRKaT_esJg_/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesdcowgirl]

I forgot about this photo of a much younger Dino. . And because it’s currently snowing and I’m pretty sure it was warm when he posed like the absolute beauty he is. . And what a great photo it is of this handsome beast, right? . Raise your hand if you’re a fan of the Dino Man! . #dxjurassicclassic #hackamore #hackamorehorse #summerinsouthdakota #ranchlife #thedxranch . (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKc8hWxAz6V/?igshid=ct7ekpk8uoyb

[thesdcowgirl]

How I failed to share this view, until now, I’ll never know. . There are certainly disadvantages to living in the middle of nowhere, but views like this outweigh whatever they may be. . Well these views, Amazon prime and Walmart grocery pickup. Just sayin’! . #lifebetweentheears #throughtheirears #viewslikethis #hifromsd #betweentwoears #dxjurassicclassic ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSUbVFZgXXf/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesdcowgirl]

There's a bright spot to be found in every situation. Admittedly sometimes we have to look to find it, but it's there. It's always there. . Also, isn't Dino so handsome? #sdc_negativespace #dxjurassicclassic (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/CG2y4yNAyTe/?igshid=g0toa1wwqj3g

[thesdcowgirl]

How many of you watched "Maid"? . I was appalled, inspired and grateful. -Grateful that I had family to help me get out of my bad situation. -Inspired by her tenacity to learn to love herself to do better and be better. Add to that inspiration that emotional abuse is becoming something we talk about ! -Appalled at the lack of empathy her own parents showed for her. . It was an incredible series and I can't wait to read the book! . #photography #equinephotography #westernphotography #westernart #cowboyphotography #cowboyshit #ranchlife #ranchhorse #cowgirls #bnwcaptures #dxjurassicclassic #thedxranch (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVlIh58JIuH/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesdcowgirl]

All the details. All the light. . I finished my day of riding with by throwing a leg over my favorite chestnut gelding. . For the first time in months, I got on 6 horses. Yes. You read that right. I rode 6 head today. . Yesterday I got on 5. . I am blessed to live this life. Blessed to get to do what I want on the daily and I’m taking full advantage of my good health (even though I’m pretty sure I feel like I’m 70!), and this gorgeous weather! . How was your Wednesday?! . #dxjurassicclassic #thedxranch #aqha #aahaproud #shotoniphine #fearthebigchestnuthorse #hifromsd #bridlehorse #skies #allthedetails (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/CE75wB2g_wf/?igshid=1j52zqgf8bnlz

[thesdcowgirl]

It’s fri-neigh! What’re y’all doing this weekend? . I’m going to edit photos from a maternity shoot that we did tonight, ride some ponies and enjoy a weekend at home! 💜💜💜 . #betweentwoears #throughtheirears #dxjurassicclassic #ranchlife #cowgirlshit (at South Dakota) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGJOqt0gWGY/?igshid=lyr3rs139jxn

[thesdcowgirl]

In case anyone was wondering, Dino is still handsome as ever! . Raise your hand if you agree!!!! . #dxjurassicclassic #thedxranch #horses #horsesofinstagram #aqha #aqhaproud #youholdmyheart #equine #equineart #photography #ranchlife #ag #photooftheday #igers #SDAGProud #instagood #instahorses_post #westernphotography #westernphoto #westernart #equinephotography #equinephotos #ig_equine #rurallifestyle #cowgirllifestyle #shotoniphone (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_VqBx6gJDs/?igshid=1axtisaud931c

[thesdcowgirl]

In case anyone wondered, Dino is still incredibly handsome. I still adore him and he’s still the most comfortable ride in my string. . Raise your hand if you think Dino is handsome. . #hackamorehorse #dxjurassicclassic #fearthebigchestnuthorse #thedxranch #horses #horsesofinstagram #aqha #aqhaproud #youholdmyheart #equine #equineart #photography #ranchlife #photooftheday #instagood #instahorses_post #westernphotography #westernphoto #westernart #equinephotos #ig_equine #rurallifestyle #cowgirllifestyle (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7UbwhVAKTL/?igshid=5n59klpp6ela

[thesdcowgirl]

When it’s 40 degrees outside and Cosmo has the day off, you take your dessert in the form of Dino. Th sun was shining, the ice and snow were melting, and reflections were seen in the puddles. . Today could not have been more gorgeous.it was sunny: no wind, the geese were flying home, and the water was running! . I spent as much of today horseback as I could. How’d you spend your Friday? . #dxjurassicclassic #thedxranch #horses #horsesofinstagram #aqha #aqhaproud #youholdmyheart #equine #equineart #photography #ranchlife #ag #photooftheday #igers #SDAGProud #instagood #instahorses_post #westernphotography #westernphoto #westernart #equinephotography #equinephotos #ig_equine #rurallifestyle #betweentwoears #lifebetweentheears (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9In4JwgRCY/?igshid=1m2c58h6fyzbq

[thesdcowgirl]

This is my face when I ride Dino. . I mean I pretty much smile when I ride horses, but when I ride him, it’s different. . I don’t know if he’s my heart horse. I think all horses are good for my heart. But I’d be lying if I said he’s not special. He’s big. Solid. Comfortable. Quiet. Relaxed. He’s the Dino Mutt and I love him. . Pretty sure my face says it all. . Photo by @yahelya . #dxjurassicclassic #dinomutt #thedxranch #bridlehorse #chestnuthorse #cowgirl #customchinks (at Ducheneaux Quarter Horses) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9NH6YFgbdu/?igshid=hs5rneyhd0yv

[thesdcowgirl]

Time in Vegas is always fun -- but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't excited to get home and see this handsome guy, get back into the routine of riding him and the rest daily. . I'm always grateful for the chance to travel, but I really love home; the family, my horses, the house -- even the chores. I like routine. . *And* not being gone -- says the girl who's heading to Arizona for three weeks in January! However, the horses are coming with me! Cosmo, Luna, Dino (pictured) and the 3 year old filly we are starting and selling at @artofthecowgirl. Also making the trip is @yahelya -- all the way from Israel. . So tell me friends -- do you like to travel, be home, or do a little bit of both? And is there anywhere I need to go in Arizona besides Tombstone and the Grand Canyon? . #hifromsd #snow #snowyhorses #dxjurassicclassic #thedxranch #horses #horsesofinstagram #aqha #aqhaproud #youholdmyheart #equine #equineart #photography #ranchlife #ag #SDAGProud #instagood #instahorses_post #westernphotography #westernphoto #westernart #equinephotography #equinephotos #ig_equine #rurallifestyle #cowgirllifestyle (at Rapid City, South Dakota) https://www.instagram.com/p/B53QlFMAXRN/?igshid=178msiw1fgfkf

[thesdcowgirl]

How I know I ended the week on a good note: when the last ride of the day is a Dino straight up. . What’s your idea of ending the week on a high note? . #bridlehorse #thedxranch #dxjurassicclassic #aqha #aqhaproud #fearthebigchestnut #fancyhorse (at The DX Ranch) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8AIX2igV1D/?igshid=1qf882q460vld