The Heart Behind the Miracles 

  Buster – 19 year old retired hunter/jumper Pony Of Americas gelding on lease from his family. His beautiful engaging eyes, and “best friend” 
  personality draws everyone in. Buster loves his Therapeutic riders and Equine Assisted Learning friends alike. Buster’s willingness to make 
  friends encourages social development in our EAL programs.
 
                                          Sponsored by Stephen & Annis Evans in memory of Peter Miller  

Buttons – 15-year-old Mini – Pony mare on lease to Small Miracles from her family. Buttons grew up with her family and learned all she could 
from them in adolescence. She knows what she wants and how the world should be for her; and has no problem demonstrating this to you. She 
loves to trot everywhere she goes, and wants to be involved in all going on . . . as long as it is fun. Buttons loves to play ball in the arena, among 
many other games with our Therapeutic riders. She teaches many life and pro-social skills to all who encounter her. Buttons loves to paint, and 

show off her sassy attitude.

                                                                      Sponsored by Stephen & Jo Anna Cullen

Daisy - 12-year old Quarab (Quarter Horse/Arabian) mare.  Her life a few years ago was scary and confusing. In April 2009 Daisy was generously 
donated by our farrier, Sara Riggins, who had restored Daisy to health and happiness.  She is very pleased to serve Therapeutic riders and 
Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) students.  Daisy’s story evokes empathy and compassion in our EAL students.

                                                                                          Sponsorship Needed!

Dunny – 19-year-old retired roping Quarter Horse gelding: on lease from his family. He comforts everyone who meets him; he loves to give 
horse hugs. Dunny works hard serving both Therapeutic riders and Equine Assisted Learning students. His calming personality soothes negative 
behaviors, encouraging positive behaviors to take their place. He is a favorite in our EAL programs.
 
                                                               Sponsored by Don & Barbara Clemons

EZ –  22-year-old Registered American Quarter Horse gelding on lease to Small Miracles by Nina Anton.  EZ is a show business veteran, having 
won many Western Pleasure Futurities and Trail Classes.  EZ got his name from being so easy-going and friendly.  His favorite chore is to walk 
with our EAL students as they graze him. 

                                                          Sponsored by J. R., Sherri and Linus Russel                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
 

Kate – 30-year-old Quarter/draft cross mare; on lease to Small Miracles. She is filled with patience, sweetness, and wisdom. Kate engages, 
and nickers to all who work with her. She loves to work with both Therapeutic and EAL students. Kate loves to be fussed over.

 
                                                                            Sponsored by Ian Riggins

Little Bit –  a handsome 22-year-old Welsh pony gelding donated to Small Miracles  by Mary Smith. He may be small in size, but he is 
big on mischief. Little Bit’s trappy movement allows him to serve our Therapeutic riders, while his big pony attitude and clever mind teaches 
perseverance, leadership, and cooperation to our Equine-Assisted Learning students.   

                                                                            Sponsorship Needed!

Maggie – 13-year-old retired 3-day eventing Thoroughbred/Quarter Horse cross mare: on lease to Small Miracles. She is all about fun. 
Her light-hearted energetic personality and beauty makes her popular among Therapeutic riders and Equine Assisted Learning Students.
Maggie’s history of being an orphan foal generates feelings of compassion and kindness with our EAL students.  

                                                                              Sponsored by JoAnn Cox

Molly – 22+-year-old Percheron mare donated to Small Miracles.  Molly is both big and beautiful. Molly uses her grace and strength to 
encourage confidence, while her attitude of “partnership” encourages teamwork, anger management and kindness in our EAL programs.  
Once you earn her trust, she is a loyal friend.

 
                                                                 Sponsored by Dr. & Mrs. Mike Bacon

Sparky -  is a senior Morgan/Mustang/pony-cross gelding donated to Small Miracles.  He is a new member of our herd having ridden many 
of our Tennessee trails in his former life.  Sparky builds confidence in his students and loves attention and treats.  Sparky has fit into our 
program perfectly for both our Therapeutic riders and our Equine-Assisted Learning programs.

                                                                             Sponsorship Needed!

Terry -  10-year-old Registered American Quarter Horse gelding on lease to Small Miracles.  Terry just moved up from Florida with his BFF, EZ.  
Terry has a highly engaging personality. He loves to play hide and seek.  He has even had his own art displayed in a local art gallery. 

 
                                                          Sponsored by J. R., Sherri and Linus Russell

Tucker –13-year-old retired racing Thoroughbred gelding donated by Virginia Intermont College . He possesses a very engaging personality 
with both Therapeutic riders and Equine Assisted Learning students;his 16.3 hands size encourages confidence and builds self-esteem. Tucker 
“mirrors” behavior encouraging trust and courage in our EAL program students.

 
                                                                Sponsored by Stephen & Annis Evans

Violet – 22+ Farnley Welsh Cob Pony mare on lease from her family to Small Miracles.  Violet was a champion Hunter/Jumper Pony, she is solid 
white and beautiful. Violet has a lovely disposition, with good dose of challenge in her. She is versatile from beginner to advanced therapeutic 
rider to an EAL student. Violet will teach one boundaries, perseverance, and self-confidence.

                                                                          Sponsored by Janet Ayers