The Weekly Buzz with Bee
Introducing Wise Market herd’s founding member, Bee
Date Published: February 9, 2025
Meet Bee! A dream come true. 🐴✨
Bee is officially registered with the American Paint Horse Association and comes with a story as beautiful as she is. At 12 years old, she carries the name No Valde Bee Smart, passed down from her Sire, Nu Valde Gay, and her Dam, Honey Bee Smart—a legacy of strength, intelligence, and heart.
Before joining us, Bee spent years with just one owner, who even won the APHA Worlds on her a few years back! Now, she’s adjusting to her new home and her new mom (me!), and let’s just say… she’s teaching me as much as I’m teaching her.
Herd Life
Bee already found a boyfriend: Sinjari, her charming neighbor to the left.
She has a love-hate relationship with the gelding (jury's still out on whether they’ll be besties or frenemies).
She’s been here just two weeks, and she’s already making sure I know who’s boss (hint: it’s not me).
Overcoming Fears
Bee came with a few quirks—water crossings and shadows were no-go zones. But yesterday, we had a breakthrough:
She calmly crossed the scary no-water creek THREE times (and with me on her back)! No jumping, no hesitation, just pure confidence.
She’s settling in, learning, and growing as am I, and I’m beyond grateful to have her as the first of many in the Wise Market herd, thanks to patrons, collectors, and friends like you! 💛
August 7, 2026: Summer Heat, Deworming, Barn Wisdom, And Birdie Update
A simple barn conversation led to questions about deworming, sedation during extreme heat, and modern parasite control. Plus, get the latest update on Birdie, the barn kitten who has quickly become everyone's favorite lunchtime companion.
July 31, 2026: When A Book Holds Up a Mirror
Reading Healing Shine felt less like reading someone else's story and more like finding words for my own journey with Bee and Sarah. Sometimes the horses that challenge us become our greatest teachers.
July 24, 2026: Waiting Well
Selling Bee has reminded me that some things can't be rushed. This week is about trusting God's timing, riding through the Texas heat, and uncovering the truth behind the old saying that the best horses have floppy bottom lips.
July 17, 2026: Learning to Listen
This week was filled with learning. From experienced riders helping evaluate Bee as a barrel horse to discovering what her hooves reveal about her health, every lesson reinforced one truth: horses are always communicating if we know how to listen.
July 10, 2026: Summer in Texas = Sweat, Skin & Bee's New War Paint
Summer in Texas means more than heat. It also brings flies, sweat, fungi, and skin problems. This week, Bee reminded me why horse owners become experts at spotting tiny changes before they become big problems, and why baby diaper cream has earned a permanent place in my grooming tote.
July 3, 2026: Confidence Is Built One Spook at a Time
Confidence isn't built in a single ride. This week Bee faced spooky sticks, rabbits, vultures, giant balls, and even a tarp, proving that trust and confidence are built one calm step at a time.
June 26, 2026: New World Screwworm - What Every Horse Owner Needs to Know
New World Screwworm isn't just another summertime pest. Unlike common maggots, these larvae feed on living tissue and can quickly become life-threatening. Learn how to recognize the warning signs, protect your horse, understand why Texas is on alert, and why every animal owner should care.
June 19, 2026: Heat, Horses, and Humbling Lessons
Texas heat and humidity can be dangerous for horses. This week, Bee enjoys her luxury stall life, takes successful rides outside the arena, teaches me a few lessons about split reins, and reminds me that finding the right horse is worth the wait.
June 12, 2026: Summer Sores, Screw Worms, and a Quiet Week for Bee
Bee had a quiet week of good rides and family visits, but a tiny summer sore reminded me how quickly Texas horse owners can find themselves discussing parasites, flies, and horse health.
June 5, 2026: Bee’s Better Week
After a rocky start to stall life, Bee seems to be settling in. Successful rides, a trainer check-in, and a full spa day have me cautiously optimistic this week.
May 29, 2026: Pasture Mare Problems and Hard Decisions
Bee returned to Equine Obsession this week as a stall mare and immediately began lobbying for more outdoor time. Between saddle shopping, arena work, and difficult decisions about our future together, it's been a week full of reflection.
May 22, 2026: The Adjustment Phase
Horse ownership rarely follows a straight line. This week’s Weekly Buzz with Bee explores changing plans, horse care decisions, training adjustments, barn life, and why sometimes gathering information is the responsible choice.
May 15, 2026: Holding On With Open Hands
This week’s Weekly Buzz with Bee dives into anxiety, training, rider confidence, magnesium supplementation, and the emotional reality of questioning whether the horse you love is truly the right fit.
May 8, 2026: Hot Horses & Nervous Systems
This week’s Weekly Buzz explores what makes a horse “hot,” why horses spook at ridiculous things, and how Bee is learning to think before reacting instead of assuming every leaf is a murder attempt.
May 1, 2026: Why Some Horses Stay
This week’s Buzz is about choosing heart over easy answers, why Bee is staying in training, and the barn family that makes horse life so meaningful.
April 24, 2026: Progress Has Many Forms
This week’s Buzz covers progress in many forms: riding breakthroughs, Bee’s early dapples, a rainy-day spa session, and the hard choices that come with training.
April 17, 2026: Learning the Language
This week’s training focused on rein management, softness, and refining communication. A closer look at how small adjustments create better connection, consistency, and progress with your horse.
April 10, 2026: Trainer Life, Week Two
Bee takes over this week’s Weekly Buzz to share her training progress, reduced anxiety, and what it takes to train both horse and rider at the same time.
April 2, 2026: Lessons in Letting Go
This week’s Weekly Buzz shares Bee’s first days in training, a humbling riding lesson, and what it really means to improve your seat and trust your horse.
March 27, 2026: Improving My Seat and Letting Go
This week’s Weekly Buzz shares a successful first trail ride back, the emotions of sending Bee to training, and why improving your seat is essential for confidence and communication.