Aimee Towell shares her heartfelt journey from a horse-crazy girl with limited means to a woman who finds true belonging and fulfillment through her relationship with horses. Despite early setbacks, financial struggles, and the pressures of adulthood, she pursued her passion by trading stall cleaning for lessons, working multiple jobs, and managing barns. Though she initially chased competitive success, she ultimately realized that her connection with her horse transcended ribbons and shows—it became a source of healing, companionship, and peace.

Towell’s story highlights the shift from striving for external validation in the show ring to embracing the quiet, profound joy of simply being with her horse. Her dream horse is no longer a symbol of achievement but a friend who grounds her and reflects her growth. Through this journey, she finds that true belonging isn’t about status or competition but about the deep bond and mutual trust shared with her horse, embodying what “making it” truly means.