This time of year always feels busy in a different way. While most people associate late autumn and early winter with slowing down, for me it’s one of the more important phases of the year — balancing the tail end of the yearling sales while quietly getting the next crop of horses started. It’s a juggling act, but one I’ve grown to enjoy. Sales season keeps you sharp and disciplined, constantly feeding back market realities. At the same time, having young horses coming in to