Father’s Day Blessings

1. Father’s Day Blessings

2. Great Response to our New Book:
“Horse Training Wisdom”

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1. Father’s Day Blessings

I wanted to say “Happy Father’s Day” to all you Dads
out there.  Your roles are so important in the family
and being a father carries an awesome responsibility.

It wasn’t until I had my first child that I really
understood the full impact of responsibilities a Dad
carries.  But I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

As a father of 5 now (ages 13 – 31) I can only
thank the Lord for each one.  Each one is a
unique blessing and, in spite of my own weaknesses,
they all are serving the Lord.

The saying “Behind every successful man is a
great woman” is certain true in my life.  My wife,
is an angel.  Between putting up with me,
being a home school Mom and also helping
with the books for the business – well, I
can claim only a little credit for any success we’ve had.

With the Lord’s direction and strength and my
wife’s support I believe we can tackle anything
He leads us into.

I was fortunate to have a father that modeled the way
a father should be.  I try to do the same.  Have I failed
in different areas and could I have done a better
job?  Absolutely – thank heavens for grace and
forgiveness.

The Lord has blessed our family as we have drawn closer to Him.
As a father, I couldn’t ask for anything more.  We’re far
from perfect and have issues like anyone else.  But we
know we can call on Him daily for strength.

My Father passed away 8 years ago at 84.  He was raised
using horses on the dairy farm.  What is amazing is that within
a single generation he went from using horse-drawn wagons
to deliver milk to flying WW2 fighters (propeller) in the Air Force,
to jets and then missiles and then the SR-71 Blackbird.

No other time in human history could one person see the
progression from horses to space.  Simply amazing.

Now days most businesses probably don’t share much about
their family and all, but I have heard from many of
you who thank me for sharing some of the personal stuff.

I believe you want to do business with real people
(and so do we).  My oldest daughter and
son-in-law live in Phoenix.  My oldest son lives
in Springfield, MO.  He frequently gives me some of
his time to help with the various web projects
and some of the other technical stuff when he can.

My middle son is a youth pastor intern and also
plays guitar on the worship team.  He also gives
guitar lessons and writes a lot.

My youngest two are 13 and 15, are both involved in
ministries at our church.  They also help with the
business as needed.

All the kids have helped with the business over time.
I feel it gives them a real sense of what it takes
to run a business, provide good products and services,
planning, finances, and all the other things.  It helps
them prepare for life as they step out to support
themselves and family in the future.

So – good, bad or indifferent – that’s who we are.  And
we’re ready to serve you with all your horse training and
riding information needs.

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Ya know, it seems you can’t turn on the TV any more without
someone bashing the father figure.  (I guess that’s why
we don’t watch any regular TV shows because it’s a
distorted view of the family and the father in the home.)

There’s lots of kids that don’t have a father in
the home or don’t have a strong father to model
the way.  It’s a tragedy.  We have ministries in
our church to address much of that but we certainly
can’t replace a real father.  For most, the best
thing we can do is to point them towards their
Heavenly Father and teach them to lean on Him.

Thankfully, He will never let us down.

So – to all you Dad’s – Happy Father’s Day.

For the rest of you – please take time to contact
your father if you can.  And please take time to
encourage your Dad and others around you.

A strong nation is built on strong families.  And,
strong families need strong fathers that will both
lead and support them.

As a father I can tell you this:  It doesn’t take
much encouragement to energize us to keep us going.
But every little bit is important.

Lord bless all of you Dads on Sunday (and throughout the year).

Sincerely,

Charlie Hicks
www.HorseTrainingResources.com

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2. Great Response to our New Book:
“Horse Training Wisdom”

Thanks for the feedback so far on the new book release!

If you haven’t read about the book or haven’t had
a chance to get your copy, you can see all the
details here:

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

It’s 45 professional horse tips and 100 pages of
wisdom distilled from years of experience.

And, for qualified purchases, you can get a copy
free.  It’s stuff you’ll use for years.

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

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OK – that’s it.  Enjoy your weekend.  And Happy Father’s Day
to all you Dads out there.  Stay safe around your horses.

Charlie

Here’s a nice note from Tom B. regarding my series of
emails about Horse Training Secrets:

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“Charlie

I want to thank you. I can read this to my 6yr old
granddaughter. She is a very bright gal and will
understand I think. She has been riding my old grey
mare for 3 yrs and seems to be a natural. Loves horses
and is riding her own 12yr mustang that is a perfect
fit so far. I have been trying explain little things
us horse owners may take for granted and know but
Sierra is not an adult and not knowing everything
even though she may seem like it. I do think these
will assist me.

Thank you an God Bless,
Tom B.”

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Training Lions or Horses—Which Is More Dangerous?

1. Training Lions or Horses—Which Is More Dangerous?

2. Get Your Copy of the NEW BOOK “Horse Training Wisdom”

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1. Training Lions or Horses — Which Is More Dangerous?

[I pulled this article from the new book “Horse Training Wisdom”]

A while back one of our featured trainers, Paul Esh, was
talking about various kinds of animal training.  Paul said
he knew a man who was an animal trainer in a circus.

One day when he and Paul were talking, the circus trainer
was explaining training for lions, tigers, chimps, elephants,
and horses.

Of all the animals he trained, care to guess which ones he
claimed were most dangerous?

If you said lions or tigers…you’d be wrong.

The answer is horses.
Strange, huh?

The circus trainer said the reason is because it’s easy
to be off your guard with horses.  You can get a horse
to be gentle, calm, and responsive but all of a sudden,
before you know it, you could be stamped on and trampled
like a bug without warning.

As you know, horses have lightning fast reflexes

As Jim Rea (another one of our professional trainers)
points out in his video, think of the fastest boxer you
know and then imagine your horse’s reflexes 5 times
faster than that.

That, my friend, is dangerous if mishandled.

Anyway, the circus trainer also said the reason lions and
tigers aren’t as dangerous is because you “NEVER” take
your eyes off them and you are “ALWAYS” on your guard.

Yeah, they are very dangerous. But you’re on high alert constantly.

With horses, it’s easy to slip into complacency.

Now with that said, I’m sure you now understand the
importance of keeping a horse in its own space.

Never, ever, let a horse crowd into your space.

You go into its space…but it DOES NOT come into yours!

People ask me if it’s okay to invite the horse into their space.
I can live with that as long as safety is strictly observed.

As an example, say you’re standing next to a small shed
with the horse between you and the shed.  That’s not really
a good place for you to be.

What if the horse spooks at something? What if someone
unexpectedly walks out of the shed and spooks the horse?
The horse will no doubt try to desperately get away from
the shed.  And if you’re in the way…

“Ouch!”

Anyway, the best plan is to always have the horse in his
space at all times.  Horses are big and unpredictable.

Like kids and dogs, horses should have manners.

Hopefully your horse has them or you are teaching him some.
If you’re not…you need to be. Otherwise, you’re playing
with dynamite.

But if you’re not teaching him because you don’t know what
to do, then I urge you to look at Paul Esh’s video (DVD)
on teaching a horse to respect your space.

Tip: Go to the following website address to read more
about what Paul Esh can show you:

http://www.horsetrainingresources.com/dvd-paulesh.html

Your goal is to create a safe environment for you and
your horse. Paul will show you how to do it.  More than
anything, remember not to get complacent. Always think
about where to stand around your horse that’s safe.

And, if he gets into your space, DO NOT ALLOW IT!

Read more about the Paul Esh “Respect Your Space” DVD here:

http://www.horsetrainingresources.com/dvd-paulesh.html

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2. Get Your Copy of the NEW BOOK “Horse Training Wisdom”

Yesterday I announced the release of a new book:

“Horse Training Wisdom”

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

For those of you who didn’t see it – here it is
again.  Note – you can get it a very special price
(or free with another purchase) right now.

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I’ve heard from hundreds of you about how much
you like the horse tip emails and how they make
sense and are useful to you.

Many of you have mentioned how you like the stories
and how various situations relate to the problems you
have with your horses.  That folks, is why I write them.

Your feedback has been wonderful – thanks!

Today I am releasing a book I have titled:

“Horse Training Wisdom”

If you like the content of the emails I send out
multiple times a week then you’ll LOVE this book.

And, from today through Father’s Day June 19th,
I am offering it at a very low pre-launch price.

In a hurry to see it or get it?  Click this link:

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

So what’s in it?  Here’s a short tease:

Read the insights and wisdom or world-class horse
trainers.  You will find discussions and solutions to
dozens of common horse problems such as:

– The three reasons a horse bucks!
– The seven dangerous mistakes you must NEVER
make with your horse!
– What dangers to look for “before” riding your
horse so you stay safer!
– The five rules of Respect Building!
– When NOT to teach your horse something new or risk ruining him!
– Plus…Secrets of being a good horse trainer

And that’s just a small “taste” of what’s in store for you.

This book covers over 40 articles and is 100 pages of
pure horse training gems you can use with your horses today.

I know of no other product like this.

Here, in more specific detail, is what
“Horse Training Wisdom” reveals:

– The surprising fix for a resistant horse!
– Why your horse may be doing something you don’t want!
– How to teach your horse to follow his head!
– How a “Safe Place” creates horse training success!
– Where your horse’s “kill button” is! (Teach him stop with it!)
– How to tell if your horse is belligerent or lacking understanding.
– How to teach your horse the right answer
so he always does what you want!
– How to “Instill Faith In Your Horse To Have Faith In You”.
– #1 reason your horse doesn’t stop!
– How to use the simple act of leading a horse to
teach him what “Whoa” means!
– What mistake to avoid so your horse doesn’t learn to fear!
– What horse training secret would put horse trainers out
of job if you used it right!
– How to turn your horse’s misbehavior into your advantage
so he does what you want!
– When to “never” get on a horse!
(Yet people violate this constantly!)

And you’ll understand how powerful these secrets
are with tips like…

– How to “not” worry your horse when working with him!
(A worried horse is dangerous!)
– The musician’s secret to successful horse training!
– The shocking amount of repetition horses need to learn a cue!
– #1 secret to change your horse’s mind about nearly anything!
– Is your horse halter broke?  Maybe not – How to tell!
– What simple horse training exercise is a mega-effective
tool for you and your horse!
– Horse won’t stop when you do while leading him?  Do this!
– How to easily keep your horse’s attention with the
“Entertainment Secret!”

All this wisdom and these horse training “gems” came from
years of working with many professional trainers.

It’s sort of like sitting on the porch and listening to
your grandfather’s wisdom and gleaning a lifetime of
wisdom that is invaluable.

I will eventually have a printed book.  However, for
this initial release, I’m going to offer it as a download only.

I promise you this – if you enjoy reading my horse tip
emails then you’ll love this book.  If not, I’ll refund
100% of your purchase price – no questions asked!

When we sell a printed version of this book it will
sell for over $30.00.

However, as a pre-launch special, you can get your hands
on the download version of this book now for only $17.00.

But I have one other option for you – for this pre-launch
special only, I will GIVE you a copy of the book when
you purchase $50.00 or more (not counting shipping) of
our other products (DVDs, Books, Pulley Bridle, Bits, etc.).

OH – one more thing.  There is a special coupon you can
use in the future on the back page of the new book.

So Charlie – how do I get it?  Glad you asked…..

You can read the whole scoop and get your copy here:

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

You’ll notice it’s not on the normal site – I have
it on my blog site connected to Horse Training Resources.
(But that’s another story for another day…)

Read about it and order it.  If you aren’t thoroughly
please with this and don’t get at least twice the value
from it than what you pay, then I’ll refund your purchase price.

Fair enough?  Now go do it:

http://horsetrainingresources.com/blog/horse-training-wisdom/

Thanks for your continued support and feedback.

Sincerely,

Charlie Hicks

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Here’s a nice note I got from Hannah:

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“Dear Charlie,

Sometimes horse training can be discouraging.  I start
praying, “Lord, show me what I’m doing wrong in my
training or what I need to do.”

Then I read one of the e-mails you’ve sent and it
is exactly what I needed–an answer to prayer.  Just
something really simple, but really important!

Thank you so much for the helpful training tips!
Also thanks for the free download to The Basic Horse
Training Guide.  It’s nice to have a list of the
things your horse needs to accomplish to make a
great riding partner.

In Christ,
Hannah K.
From Iowa”

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New Book – Horse Training Wisdom

NEW BOOK RELEASE!

Read the insights and wisdom of world-class
horse trainers in a new release I am titling:

“Horse Training Wisdom”

In it you will find discussions and solutions to dozens of common horse problems such as:

  • The three reasons a horse bucks!
  • The seven dangerous mistakes you must NEVER make with your horse!
  • What dangers to look for “before” riding your horse so you stay safer!
  • The five rules of Respect Building!
  • When NOT to teach your horse something new or risk ruining him!
  • Plus…Secrets of being a good horse trainer

And that’s just a small “taste” of what’s in store for you.

Want to read more about this exciting new book? Click the link below:

Click Here To See and Get “Horse Training Wisdom”


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