The holidays are a time for love and compassion. Millions of people across the United States, and across the world, will spend the end of each year celebrating their family, friends, and loved ones.
For many, that love and joy extend to the special animals in their lives, including those involved with the Thoroughbred industry. This year marks Woods Edge Farm manager Lisa Reynolds’ third year with a special horse: Dazzling Gem .
“I call him my firstborn, my favorite child,” Reynolds said.
This year has been a special one for the pair as, after three long years, Reynolds competed with the off-track Thoroughbred in the eventing ring. The tale of how Reynolds acquired Dazzling Gem is a story of perseverance and determination.
The story begins at the 2013 Keeneland January Horses of All Ages Sale, where Reynolds and her good friend Jennifer Feiner purchased a 7-year-old Vindication mare named Dazzler for $12,000. Dazzler…
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