Rennie Dyball

2 months ago | theplaidhorse.com | Rennie Dyball |Ellie Trueman |Darby Bonomi |Beth Sabor

By RENNIE DYBALLJust a few miles from my childhood home, up a windy road through the woods, a large riding facility perched atop a grassy hill. The main barn had big, open windows and most horses stuck their heads out: sunbathing, napping, gazing, greeting curious passersby like me, 5 years old, and my horse-loving dad. We walked right up to the animals. Big horses, little ponies, stars on foreheads, snips on muzzles…I was enchanted.

Nov 29, 2024 | people.com | Rennie Dyball |Theresa Holland |Erin Johnson

Photo: People Keurig is famous for its single-serve machines that brew one cup at a time with pre-portioned pods called K-Cups. But the brand makes many other coffee makers, from hot-iced combos and classic drip carafes to dual-action hybrids that can brew several cups or just a single mug. To find out which ones are worth buying (for yourself or as a thoughtful gift), we tried nearly 30 models firsthand, evaluating them on design, performance, flavor, and more.

Oct 27, 2024 | people.com | Camryn Rabideau |Rennie Dyball

Photo: People / Henry Wortock If you can see dust particles floating through your living room or notice that cooking smells linger around the house for days, it might be time to invest in an air purifier for your home. The best air purifiers remove air pollutants like pollen, dust, smoke, and pet dander, and many can also help eliminate unwelcome odors. Deal Alert!The most effective model we tested, the Honeywell InSight Series Air Purifier, is 45 percent off right now.

Sep 11, 2024 | theplaidhorse.com | Rennie Dyball

By RENNIE DYBALLYou know those riders you tend to see again and again in the lineup of your under-saddle classes? Ashley Crouse-Ackerman, the subject of this month’s cover story, was one of those riders for me. Back in 2022, we were both competing in the Low Adult Hunters. We shared rings at the McDonogh shows in Maryland, under the oaks at Loudoun, and at the WIHS Regional Horse Show, among other venues.

Aug 30, 2024 | theplaidhorse.com | Rennie Dyball

By RENNIE DYBALLAshley Crouse-Ackerman is the sole owner of Vignon Manor Farm, a wedding venue in Havre de Grace, Maryland. She’s also a mom of three—including a budding Short Stirrup star—and a successful Adult Amateur Hunter rider campaigning two horses for Indoors. “Most wedding venues are not posting Instagram stories from the horse show, but we do!” Crouse-Ackerman tells The Plaid Horse. “We are a horse family and horses are at the heart of the business.