Through the Looking Glass

As the heir to the Fields Quarter Horses "empire," I have a behind-the-scenes look at all of the horses, owners and overall various personalities we encounter.  The most interesting thing about this industry is the variety of people and personalities you meet from diverse backgrounds and upbringings, but many of you don't really get to know the people behind-the-scenes; the people that do the day-to-day brunt work.  Here are a few of my favorites:

Khris Fields (also known as Mom, Mother, Her Royal Highness and Empress of the Highest Council) is controlling, child-like and suffers a severe case of OCD.  Her favorite child is Ringo, the raccoon (something I've come to terms with) and she loves what she does with her life.  The greatest thing about her is the passion she exhibits everyday at work, as well as her brutal (sometimes harsh) honesty.

Wayne Fields (the REAL boss) is a behind-the-scenes man, like myself.  He makes the important decisions (we like to let Khris think she does) and has the most essential job to the employees of FQH-- where we eat for the day.

Amber Tewell (better known as "Sistahfrannn") is a boss in training.  She can most often be found in the arena on a horse or in the barn aisle dancing like nobody's business. Warning: if you see the two of us together, expect trouble!

Rachel Speaks (mother of Chevester Stallone and "Zoie" the dog) is our resident labrador retriever.  She keeps the mood light and airy, even when we need a pick-me-up.  A workhorse at heart, Rachel's independent spirit has helped her thrive in this sometimes tough industry.

Tara Lytle goes by several names at the farm- among them Mama T, T-bone, T, and "Can you please come help with...". She is there for the big projects and can also be found organizing the Chevy Fans for their general membership meetings. Tara is the owner of Chevromotion (first point earner) and Chevromax (tall weanling extraordinairre).

Nick Mann is the go-to guy on the farm.  The packhorse of our operation, Nick does most of the brunt work around the barn.  Sounds of "Nick, can you come lift this?" are often heard frequently during his work hours.

Sandi Kempton (newly known as "Mama Sandi" and the mother of Chevrolution and Chevendipity) is our "resident" videographer.  While she resides in Maryland, we're often in contact with her, receiving phone calls such as "Hey, I just posted something.  Watch it."  A true character in herself, Sandi keeps us on our toes.

Guest Blogger-- Brittney Aaron-Fields