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Sponsor JoyThe Little Mare Who Teaches Courage Small in Size. Endless in Heart. 26-Year-Old Arabian/Welsh Pony Cross (&quot;Hony&quot;) Some horses teach people how to ride.Joy teaches them how to be brave. Before finding safety and care, Joy spent years at a breeding farm where she was repeatedly bred and eventually became malnourished and underweight. Her future was uncertain, but through rehabilitation, proper nutrition, and compassionate care, Joy was given a second chance at life. Joy now suffers from Cushing&#39;s and requires daily medications to manage her condition.&nbsp; That second chance changed hundreds of lives. A unique blend of Arabian horse and Welsh pony, affectionately known as a &quot;hony,&quot; Joy transformed from a neglected mare into a talented jumper, show pony, and one of the most beloved teachers in our riding program. Though small in stature, she possesses an enormous heart and an extraordinary gift for helping children discover confidence they never knew they had. For years, Joy has carried nervous beginners, timid riders, and children who weren&#39;t sure they were brave enough to ride. Time and again, she has shown them that courage doesn&#39;t mean you aren&#39;t afraid&mdash;it means trying anyway. Many riders who began their journey feeling uncertain found their confidence on Joy&#39;s back. Her patient nature, nurturing spirit, and steady presence have made her the perfect first pony for countless young equestrians. She seems to know exactly when a child needs reassurance, encouragement, or simply a quiet partner who believes in them. Like many chestnut mares, Joy also has a wonderfully quirky personality. She keeps her people laughing with her opinions, expressions, and playful antics. Equal parts comedian, teacher, and caretaker, Joy has become a treasured member of the Sunny Brook Stables and Red Heart Horse family. No story about Joy would be complete without mentioning her beloved companion, Lucky. The pair became such favorites among students that academy riders and children organized a joyful &quot;wedding ceremony&quot; to celebrate their special bond. It remains one of the most cherished memories shared by our barn family and perfectly reflects the happiness Joy brings to everyone she meets. Today, Joy enjoys a life filled with friends, attention, and purpose. She represents everything Red Heart Horse stands for: resilience, second chances, lifelong care, and the belief that every horse has value far beyond what they can produce.Become Joy&#39;s Sponsor ❤️ Your sponsorship helps provide:&nbsp;Quality feed and hay &bull; Farrier care &bull; Veterinary care, medications, and wellness services &bull; Supplements and senior horse support &bull; Safe shelter and daily care &bull; Lifelong sanctuary and retirement care Because of supporters like you, Joy can continue living the happy, secure life she deserves while inspiring future generations of horse lovers. Every sponsorship helps ensure that this remarkable little mare can enjoy the retirement, comfort, and care she has earned after a lifetime of teaching courage. Thank you for sponsoring Joy and helping her story continue. #SponsorAHorse #RedHeartHorse #TheLittleMareWhoTeachesCourage #SmallInSizeEndlessInHeart #SecondChances

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, <h2 fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">A Thank You From Joy ❤️</h2>Hello Friend,Thank you for sponsoring me. My name is Joy, and while I may be one of the smallest horses at Red Heart Horse, I have a very big heart and a lot of love to give. Life hasn&#39;t always been easy for me. There was a time when I was underweight, tired, and unsure of what my future would hold. Thanks to kind people who believed I deserved a second chance, I found safety, care, and a place where I could truly belong. Since then, I have spent my days doing what I love most&mdash;helping children discover courage. I&#39;ve carried nervous riders, celebrated first trots, comforted worried hearts, and watched shy children become confident horsemen and horsewomen. Every rider who climbed into the saddle brought a new friendship and a new adventure. These days, I enjoy spending time with my friends, especially Lucky, soaking up attention, and reminding everyone that good things often come in small packages. My chestnut mare personality still keeps people guessing, and I wouldn&#39;t have it any other way.Because of your sponsorship, I receive the feed, care, farrier visits, veterinary support, shelter, and love I need to live comfortably and safely. Most importantly, your support gives me something every horse deserves&mdash;a secure future. Thank you for believing in horses like me. Thank you for giving second chances. Thank you for helping me continue to share my story and inspire the children who visit our barn.From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being part of my herd. With love,Joy 🐴❤️The Little Mare Who Teaches Courage Small in Size. Endless in Heart.

Sponsor JoyThe Little Mare Who Teaches Courage Small in Size. Endless in Heart. 26-Year-Old Arabian/Welsh Pony Cross ("Hony") Some horses teach people how to ride.Joy teaches them how to be brave. Before finding safety and care, Joy spent years at a breeding farm where she was repeatedly bred and eventually became malnourished and underweight. Her future was uncertain, but through rehabilitation, proper nutrition, and compassionate care, Joy was given a second chance at life. Joy now suffers from Cushing's and requires daily medications to manage her condition.  That second chance changed hundreds of lives. A unique blend of Arabian horse and Welsh pony, affectionately known as a "hony," Joy transformed from a neglected mare into a talented jumper, show pony, and one of the most beloved teachers in our riding program. Though small in stature, she possesses an enormous heart and an extraordinary gift for helping children discover confidence they never knew they had. For years, Joy has carried nervous beginners, timid riders, and children who weren't sure they were brave enough to ride. Time and again, she has shown them that courage doesn't mean you aren't afraid—it means trying anyway. Many riders who began their journey feeling uncertain found their confidence on Joy's back. Her patient nature, nurturing spirit, and steady presence have made her the perfect first pony for countless young equestrians. She seems to know exactly when a child needs reassurance, encouragement, or simply a quiet partner who believes in them. Like many chestnut mares, Joy also has a wonderfully quirky personality. She keeps her people laughing with her opinions, expressions, and playful antics. Equal parts comedian, teacher, and caretaker, Joy has become a treasured member of the Sunny Brook Stables and Red Heart Horse family. No story about Joy would be complete without mentioning her beloved companion, Lucky. The pair became such favorites among students that academy riders and children organized a joyful "wedding ceremony" to celebrate their special bond. It remains one of the most cherished memories shared by our barn family and perfectly reflects the happiness Joy brings to everyone she meets. Today, Joy enjoys a life filled with friends, attention, and purpose. She represents everything Red Heart Horse stands for: resilience, second chances, lifelong care, and the belief that every horse has value far beyond what they can produce.Become Joy's Sponsor ❤️ Your sponsorship helps provide: Quality feed and hay • Farrier care • Veterinary care, medications, and wellness services • Supplements and senior horse support • Safe shelter and daily care • Lifelong sanctuary and retirement care Because of supporters like you, Joy can continue living the happy, secure life she deserves while inspiring future generations of horse lovers. Every sponsorship helps ensure that this remarkable little mare can enjoy the retirement, comfort, and care she has earned after a lifetime of teaching courage. Thank you for sponsoring Joy and helping her story continue. #SponsorAHorse #RedHeartHorse #TheLittleMareWhoTeachesCourage #SmallInSizeEndlessInHeart #SecondChances

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