Kat's Bon Voyage party!
After nearly two years as one of the trainers at Simpatico Stables in Redmond, WA, Kat's impending departure was celebrated at a raucous party which Virginia Rhoads was kind enough to organize and host. Thank you so much to everyone who made it such a success!
Ricardo Amaya - May he rest in peace
Ricardo Amaya was a great trainer, friend, and father of two young boys. He was one of the kindest, most honest people I have ever met and one couldn't help but be drawn to him. It was easy to see that the horses felt it to. They worked for him, because they wanted to and never because he made them. I feel very privilaged to have been able to have worked along side him.
Ricardo passed away April 1st 2008 due to injuries resulting from a riding accident. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
A fund has been set up to help Ricardo's family. To donate, send a check to the Ricardo Amaya Family Fund, c/o Janice Romersa, 24232 Long Valley Road, Hidden Hills, CA 91302
Past Simpatico rider and trainer gets married!
Jennifer Root and Salvador Aguilar were married April 6th in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Jen had been a long time boarder and trainer at Simpatico. A large group of people from the barn went down to Mexico to witness the occasion. We wish you many happy years to come!
Schooling show at San Sebastian April 08
While both Simpatico trainers were at Jen's wedding, Kat's students Laurel and Sharon bravely attended an EI schooling show. Both riders did very well in their classes with scores in the mid 60's. Laurel even recieved a perfect "10" on a halt! Way to go team Simpatico!
Cow Sorting at the Tacoma Unit 2007
Kat on Chippy and Nancy and her horse Handy - everyonce in a while it is fun to try something a little different