In the spring of 2012, Wendy came to SRA as part of a ‘volunteer day’ with her church. She spent only a couple hours here and she claims that it changed her life. She was so impressed with the staff and the program that she signed up for the clean stalls the very next week. Although you might have seen Wendy volunteering and/or feeding the horses, she has recently completed the training and has ‘graduated’ to Instructor! Wendy enjoys working closely with the horses and students. Although some days are challenging for her physcially, the progress she sees in the students brings tears to her eyes. Wendy shares that she is “married to a wonderful man, has two grown children and a “perfect” granddaughter.” She enjoys gardening, traveling, cooking and loving on her family. She has always loved animals and believes that they can understand when we are upset, worried, sick, or hurt. They have a special place in her heart. Wendy previously owned her own horses for many years, one was a wild mustang. Wendy is excited to continue her in volvement with students of every age as she is ” having so much fun!” She is thankful to be part of the SRA family and instructional staff.