Small Blessings Retreat and Animal Ministry

01/07/2026

You’re not meant to stay the same.

Growth gives you permission to evolve, to choose differently, and to release what no longer fits.

Let this be your reminder that changing your mind isn’t failure.

It’s listening.

[equine guided life coaching in Surrey British Columbia, meditation, breathwork and mindfulness practices for groups and individuals]

01/03/2026

Vinnie the Coyote Slayer

01/03/2026

Cleaned up the bed at last!! Sprouts still sprouting, celery still thriving. Big thank you to Helen for the gift of apples that the love as much as the Small Blessings Retreat and Animal Ministry

01/01/2026

As we welcome the new year, let us do so with trust, optimism, and curiosity.

May this next chapter bring you ease, growth, and moments that remind you how far you’ve come.

Happy New Year, from all of us at Small Blessings!

12/31/2025

When the Horse Becomes the Teacher

There comes a moment — often quiet, often unexpected — when being with a horse takes you somewhere deeper than thought.

It’s not about technique.
Not about doing it “right.”
It’s about awareness expanding.

Horses don’t speak in words, yet they communicate in sensation, breath, energy, and truth. When you stand beside them, something begins to soften. The mind loosens its grip. The body remembers how to listen.

This is where a different kind of knowing begins.

Not spiritual in a lofty sense — but rooted, embodied, real.
A remembering that you are part of something wider than your stories, your roles, your striving.

Horses don’t take you away from yourself.
They lead you gently back in.

And when that happens, life doesn’t look the same again. 🖤

12/31/2025

A HUGE thank you to every single person that’s donated to Small Blessings!

Because of your kind donations, we were able to stock up on winter hay, bedding, and feed.

Blessings to all of you for your kindness.

We’re less than $2,000 away from our goal, so if you haven’t had the opportunity to donate yet, please consider doing so.

If you’re unable to donate, please share our posts and tell your friends about us!

Every share, purchase, donation—all of it matters.

Thank you again, so much, from all of us at Small Blessings, two- and four-legged!

We appreciate you and your kindness.

[animal sanctuary in Surrey British Columbia, donkey sanctuary, chicken sanctuary, horse sanctuary]

12/25/2025

12/25/2025

Wishing you all a warm, joyous holiday season and a Merry Christmas to all those who celebrate.

May you find comfort in the simple things and in those you love.

12/22/2025

As the holidays draw close, things slow down here.

There’s more quiet, stillness, more moments that ask us to pause.

This time of year can carry a lot and sometimes all at once.

Here, the animals remind us that it’s okay to hold it all, and also to let it go when needed.

You can be present without needing everything to be perfect.

So, as Christmas approaches, we’re wishing you moments of calm between the busyness.

A reminder that slowing down is its own kind of gift.

From all of us at the sanctuary, we’re sending you lots of warmth and love this season. 🤍

[equine guided life coaching in Surrey British Columbia, mindfulness and meditation practices with animals, animal sanctuary]

12/16/2025

Always choose kindness.

Show up with compassion.

Save this for when life feels heavy, and you need a gentle reminder to meet yourself, and others, with a little more grace and kindness.

[equine guided life coach and reiki master in Surrey, British Columbia, meditation and breathwork practices, group guided meditations with horses and donkeys]