Wellgreen Farm Testimonials........(need we say more)

 

Thanks for the info Marj, not sure if we’ll be able to make that at this time. I am definitely saving my $ for another Clinton Anderson clinic with you and/or Richard. Looks like you are “on fire” busy these days! How wonderful! Your website is awesome!  I hope to schedule a clinic with you for maybe 3 to 4 days again if possible. I can be free from July 15th through 24th, then I’ll have to check my schedule for another time frame where I have a block of days free. Let me know if any of those days might work for you for a private clinic with me? I would most likely board Stoney with you again during those days, but commute back and forth to your farm.  We can decide whatever you have time for, whether you think we should do 2 or more hours per day. Whatever you feel would be best. I can’t begin to tell you how much your December clinic did for myself and Stoney! The Clinton ground work has gone pretty well, but I’d like a “tweaking,” and possibly like to learn more of his ideas and skills. With your help, I’m sure we’ll eventually have him trained into a wonderful horse! Thanks and take care.

 

-Beth Nuss

Thanks Marj! What would I do without you!? 

-Courtney Villhauer

 

Hi Marj,
I am sorry I haven't given you an update yet.  We have been so busy at home and work.  She is doing really well.  The day after we brought her home from your barn, our friend came over to help us work with her.  She did really well and he was very complimentary of the training you guys gave her to that point.  He and I both rode her that day.  He cantered her for short spurts several times.  She did not like it but complied. He has been coming over every 2-3 days to help me out.  He has started 8-9 horses this year as Western Pleasure horses and thinks she is at the top of the list.  We are very pleased with her.  We went for an 8 mile trail ride last Saturday with four other riders.  She behaved very well.  Towards the end of the ride Don, or friend, rode her and had her cantering on the trail!  In the ring we are working on simple lead changes now.
 
She still has her moments occasionally but nothing too bad. We are very happy with what you guys did with her and will keep you posted on her progress. 
 
Thanks!

Mary Jo Sellers

August 31, 2010

     
     

 

From the website, it looks like you have a great place, and certainly, based on what I read in your tribute to your Father, your love of horses is genuine - you have it in your own "pedigree" and in your heart.
 
Thanks for taking the time to sending this last email and God bless!
 
-Alina Fernandez
 

Marjorie,

 I wanted to thank you, your husband, and your wonderful crew of helpers for all the time you spent teaching our Scouts on Saturday. I feel this was a huge step in their preparation for our cavalcade this summer and I’m really glad we used your farm; you all did a fabulous job! After all the e-mails over the last several months, it was also very nice to meet you in person. My sincerest thanks, Dan Sandgren

Troop 101

Marj.

My daughter has been taking lessons each week from you for over five years and in all that time, you have never given her the same lesson twice.  She always learns something new! 

Amy Engelhorn

Bloomington, IL

Marj., I was watching how you handle yourself around horses and was so very impressed at how naturally knowledgeable you are with horses. I am probably not describing it correctly but it is an ease in dealing with situations with them because you have been challenged and persevered and learned. The more I see you interact with them, the more I am struck by that.   I had a great time period.  I love to work with you. You inspire me to do more than I think I can, plus I have such a good time to boot.

You have so much depth, but you are very low key.  Because of that, I  think many people do not understand how much you bring to the table:  the tremendous environment that you have created around them to give them the best chance to succeed and the generous way you give in such a way that the recipients don't realize just how much they are getting.  I respect you immensely for that.

It's much more than just having knowledge, you create an environment where you provide support for people to achieve.  You do it in such competent and unobtrusive way, they don't know how much you are giving them. 

Nan Hamilton

I would just like to say that our (my son Jason and I) experience at Wellgreen Farm has always been great. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. The horses are superb, and the farm and areas that we ride are peaceful, scenic, and safe for both horse and rider. I've told so many people about the Wellgreen Farm, and I hope they will come out for a visit. They'll never regret it. We look forward to making riding a part of our summer this year. Keep up the great work you folks do, and like I always say to Marj, "HAPPY TRAILS To All!!"
                                                                                   
Ron Winner
Gridley, IL

 

Hi Marj,
      Glad to hear that Roy has a new home. Although I will miss him, I'm
glad to know that he is in good hands with new friends. It was a pleasure
riding him. He and Happy are both great horses, but then again all of your
horses are. You can tell that are treated with love and that they are all
special. Had it not been for horses, this great country wouldn't be where it
is today(is that good or bad, ha ha). When you get pics of Roy, could you
send some to me? Looking forward to riding again! Happy Trails. Ron

"I originally came to Wellgreen Farm to volunteer services for the Well Child Foundation.  I was immediately impressed with the care and expertise Wellgreen provided to the clients of the Foundation and the Farm.  I now own a horse and stable it at Wellgreen. The Farm takes excellent care of my horse in their well kept facilities. I enjoy going to the Farm not only to see and ride my horse, but also to see the children having fun with their
lessons. Each time I go I learn something new about horses and riding from the experienced staff.  They are like family. 

I would highly recommend Wellgreen Farm to anyone, young or old, who are interested in learning more
about horses and/or riding from a caring and experienced staff and facility."

Steve Himmell
Bloomington

Testimonial

"Since I started riding at Wellgreen Farm a little over a year ago, it's turned into my second home."

"This Autumn I was going through a really tough time, and for a while I was out of school; it was an emotionally trying time. My Wellgreen family was there for me 100%. When I couldn't be in school, and I needed a day to clear my mind, Marj would let me come out to the barn and spend the day riding, sweeping, helping out,and talking (or not, depending on how I felt.)"

"No matter what the situation is, good or bad, Richard, Marj, and Lindsey have always been there for me. This past year or so has been one of the best of my life thanks to my Wellgreen Farm family. (Horses included!)"

~Sarah, Age 15
                                                                                 

Dear Marj, We are happy that you have come into out lives. We enjoy your friendship and your teaching about horses. We have learned a lot from you and know there is much more to learn. It is good to share about what the Lord means to us and what He is teaching us too. I always find that talking about such things is very uplifting. God is good to bless us with christian brothers and sister! We wish you and your family a blessed and prosperous New Year!

........Mary Lou Farnsworth

OH MY GOSH.....if this doesn't sum you up Marj., nothing ever will....I think this message was meant especially for you and I just had to forward it on again so you could read it it one more time.  I hope your Mom enjoyed a wonderful birthday this past weekend.  have a wonderful day and know how much you are appreciated.   Hugs, Jan   (see below)

"My father didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it." --Clarence Buddinton Kelland, writer

We all teach by example, standing before a host of observing students who will silently leave our presence to go forth and teach others. We owe it to the world, therefore, to make certain that what we teach empowers others to live fully. May your life always be a lesson in living the best life possible.

Testimonials:

Dear Marj,   In church the other day the minister was talking about people who have made a difference in our lives and how God uses situations and people to touch our lives and I thought of you and just wanted to let you know and thank you for letting God use you and Wellgreen farm to touch my heart and my life...my time their at Wellchild and with you there, will always have a special place in my heart!!  I have been blessed that is for sure!  :)   Love and hugs, Kaleigh 

 

 

 

"I am enjoying learning from you and it is very theraputic and enjoyable for me at this time to begin working with horses with someone who is so very knowledgeable and understanding...and seems to understand as much about people as you do horses...it really makes a difference for me at this time.  I do appreciate your patience and look forward to learning more.  You are an excellent teacher and one I enjoy listening to and I take a new awareness with each lesson, and I walk away with a better feeling of confidence that I can learn.   Thanks for making a difference for me and sharing in this new adventure..."  Effie Norton

 

"For what it's worth. I believe you have a great deal off character, courage, strength, & love in your heart. You are an admirable person."  Nan Hamilton 

 

 

 

"Just a note to tell you all is wonderful with Roy. I have been riding him every day and he is being just what I expected and everything you said he would be. He is talking to me now when I come into the barn. Every time I say "OH ROYBOY" he answers back like he's saying "O LEIGH BABY". He is more beautiful than I thought he was. I promise I'll send you some pictures of him and his pasture pals. He and my mini, Mighty Mike have become real buds. Poor Pony boy seems to be left out. Roy is worth a million as far as I'm concerned. Thank you again for putting my story on your website to show how wonderful your horse really is! Well it's beautiful out and I'm going for a ride. I really look forward to doing that after so long. Thank you and God Bless!" ~ Leigh

 

 

 

We have learned so much from you....
and not just about horses and horsemanship.

Night
Holly

 

In January of this year, my dream of having a horse again after 20-25 years came true.  I jumped right in as most novices do, and went out and bought myself a young horse for an "old" novice!  After a couple of months and the "I love my horse" stage, I realized my horse and I needed help and that the place I was boarding her (before coming to Wellgreen), could not provide me with that support.  So after one very trying night, I told my husband that I was either selling her or I was getting help.  I knew that the selling part was out of the equation because I really did love that horse, so the search was on.  I came across Wellgreen Farm on the internet when I put horse training in the google search....imagine that!  Right away Marjorie made me feel very comfortable and welcomed me and my horse to their farm.  I couldn't believe the friendliness that I've encountered from Marjorie & Richard as well as the other boarders.  They have all been more than willing to share their knowledge and provide the support I needed.  I can't tell you enough how comfortable I feel having my horse at Wellgreen as I know she is well taken care of and happy!  I'm enjoying the time I have Ginny here and the friends I've made at Wellgreen!  Having said this, I would highly recommend bringing your horse to Wellgreen for boarding care and/or training!  Sincerely, Donna Chin