Personal Narrative Essay: My Personal Experience In My Home Life

Consistency was something I always lacked in my home life. At the time of my parents’ separation, I had yet to form a memory of us as a family. Throughout my childhood, my time was split between two households. Traveling between two homes made it difficult for me to maintain friendships and develop a sense of comfort in either household. My voice was often overshadowed by constant disagreement among family members. I tried to create a balance between living with my father and visiting my mother as she traveled throughout the country working as a travel nurse. Even as a young child, it became my responsibility to maintain relationships with both sides of the family. Through a sea of uncertainty, horses provided a sense of comfort and safety even at a young age.
I had my first experience with horses at the age of five. At that age, a fascination with horses is expected of a young girl. For me, that youthful fascination developed into the only sense of stability I would have in my life. I used horses to escape my family conflicts; the barn was a place that I could feel true happiness regardless of the current …show more content…
My trainer recognized my talent and determination despite my inexperience. After months of my mother’s labor and sacrifice at work, the next step was finding a horse to compete with on a limited budget. After what seemed to be an eternity of searching for a riding companion, I was elated to find what appeared to be a talented bargain-- a horse whose abilities were promising and price was more feasible. In the coming years, I spent countless hours at the barn developing the horsemanship, riding skills, and discipline needed to excel in the sport. Although my family’s significant financial restrictions made me the underdog at competitions, my trainer’s mentoring and my mother’s relentless support endowed me with the confidence needed to pursue my