Riding, Relaxing, and Planning for the Future: A Conversation on Life and Horses - Adulting with Horses

In this heartfelt episode of *Adulting with Horses*, co-hosts Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert dive into the messy, joyful, and often exhausting realities of balancing motherhood, horse ownership, and personal well-being. Natalie shares her recent book tour experiences across Florida, Kentucky, and Ohio—highlighting both the exhaustion and the deep joy of connecting with readers, fellow authors, and the horse community. She reflects on the burnout of publishing three books in two years and celebrates the quiet victory of letting her book gain traction without aggressive self-promotion. The conversation shifts to her return to riding after a long break, describing the emotional and physical surprise of riding her horse Ferris outdoors for the first time in a year, and the humorous, tender dynamic of their relationship. The hosts explore themes of trust, communication, and the importance of pacing oneself—both in riding and life. They also discuss the joys of gardening, the magic of social media in building authentic communities, and the surprising benefits of living near a bay with a thriving bat population. Ultimately, the episode is a celebration of finding peace in small wins, embracing imperfection, and the deep comfort found in horses, friends, and the rhythm of a well-earned rest.