A Tribute to Love, Marriage, and Growing Together

Thirteen years ago, I said “yes” to a life of adventure — not just in wild places, but in partnership. In this special anniversary minisode, I’m reflecting on what marriage has taught me: the beauty, the challenges, and the unexpected ways we grow into new versions of ourselves alongside the ones we love.

This is a love letter, a story of becoming not just a bride, but a wife, a mother, and a true partner in life. I share a few stories and memories that remind me why we chose each other and continue to choose each other every single day.

Inside this episode:

• A personal tribute to my husband on our 13th wedding anniversary
• What horses, marriage, and parenting have in common
• A reminder that we are always becoming — together
• Why love is more than a feeling, it’s a practice
• How we met (yes, literally in a prayer) and how that miracle still unfolds
• Reflections on blessing, presence, and showing up fully in relationship

If you’re curious about our love story, listen to the full episode on The Miracle of How We Met — it’s one of my favorite stories to tell.

And if you haven’t yet, check out Jackie Woodside’s powerful interview in the Speak Truth to Live Summit:
👉 www.theadventureparadox.com/speaktruth

Wherever you are in your journey — newlywed, long-time partner, solo traveler — may you find ways to bless and be blessed. And if love feels hard, may you return to the truth of it. You’re not alone.

Thanks for listening and being part of this wild, beautiful ride.

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Sometimes the most profound teachers are the ones who never speak a word. Horses have a way of showing us what we most need to see in ourselves, if only we’re willing to listen.

In this episode, I welcome back the deeply gifted Kim McElroy, a visionary artist, author, and intuitive who has inspired me for years through her devotion to the soul of the horse. Kim has a unique ability to listen beyond words, to tune into the messages animals carry, and to translate their wisdom through her art and storytelling.

We revisit her connection with her beloved mare, Dharma, a post-traumatic ex-racehorse whose journey opened Kim's heart and path as an animal communicator. Kim shares the extraordinary moment she discovered Dharma’s reflection in her own eye, and how that image eventually became a key part of a bestselling oracle deck.

We explore powerful questions like whether horses choose their roles with us, and how we can better honor their spiritual presence. Kim also tells the story of receiving a vision of the Council of Horses, a sacred gathering that inspired her newest work and Oracle deck.

Whether you have horses in your life or simply feel called by their presence, this conversation will remind you of the magic that lives in deep connection and quiet listening.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

- The story behind the miracle of Dharma’s Reflection
- How Kim learned to listen to horses and herself through animal communication
- Reflections on healing, soul contracts, and the emotional lives of ex-racehorses
- The spiritual journey that led to the Council of Horses
- Insights into the evolving role of horses in therapy and human growth
- The art of creating sacred work with animals as your guides

Resources and Links:
Kim’s art and Oracle decks: www.spiritofhorse.com
Send one of Kim’s Spirit of Horse e-cards: www.spiritofhorsecards.com
Follow Kim on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritOfHorseGallery/

If you have ever felt moved by the gaze of a horse or longed for a deeper connection with the natural world, this episode is for you.

Tune in and let Kim’s story open your heart to the beauty, presence, and purpose that lives within and around us.

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What does it really mean to be the best parent you can be? For me, it’s not about perfection — it’s about presence, flexibility, and listening. In this minisode, I’m recording from our dream horse trailer after a beautiful weekend of horse camping, before heading off on a family vacation. Because showing up for my kids means giving them my full attention when it matters most — and carving out time beforehand to speak from the heart.

This episode is for the parents, the seekers, the ones who are walking (or riding) the path of doing things differently. I reflect on what it means to parent with intention, how horses continue to teach us about rhythm and rest, and why we all need to build in space for recovery — even in the middle of the adventure.

Inside this minisode:

• Why I pre-recorded this episode with my kids in mind
• Listening to our children (and their need for rest)
• A glimpse into our upcoming trip to BreyerFest — horse-lover heaven
• Greek mythology, horse evolution, and the wisdom they carry
• A sweet moment with a handwritten note for my daughters
• How parenting, like riding, is all about presence and the long ride

Whether you’re traveling this summer, building a life on your own terms, or simply trying to be present with your kids, I hope this conversation brings you some light, laughter, and a little room to breathe.

Come find more reflections, updates, and stories at
www.theadventureparadox.com

Thanks for listening, and may you enjoy the ride.

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