First Time Showing Horses (and Winning!) 🤩

Our first ranch horse show is in the books! Watch to see how we did and for some explanation about what we were doing. Special thanks to our trainer Jim Isley for helping us get so far in a short amount of time. We are excited for the future! Thanks for watching! Until next time, Farm Hard Live Well, The Bernards
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[@leonafraser6758]

Meredith you looked absolutely beautiful.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much

[@susandixon3970]

Avon Skin So Soft Original Bath oil will keep the flys off of their face and body. So proud of you all…good job!

[@belfast479]

Great job, Bernard's. You all looked the part, that's for sure. That Wesley is turning into one very sharp Dude. Congrats and prayers to all!!

[@randyphillips1275]

Great video

[@earlshaner4441]

I have worked with 4H in my young adult life and you ride your horses as a family and spend a lot of time with your horses which is the most important thing when dealing with horses

[@AlleyCat-1]

I think y'all should be proud of what y'all accomplished. And Austin's right. Hank's got a big quarter horse butt & should have won. Good job.

[@x_Dude1]

The joy of spring time - <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="322">5:22</a>-23 All the living enjoy it.

[@budparriott8054]

"God bless you, Meredith" and "Good Job, Westley and Austin" and a "Tip of my cowboy hat to you, Lawrence" From a "Distant Figure" of a time gone by, when you measured a man by his heart. With love and respect, Bud Parriott

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you Bud ❤️

[@billroberts3864]

Meridith, your compliments really encouraged everyone to do a fine job. The horse looked great and your outfits were charming and fitting for the occasion. Blessing to you all.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@stephenbreckenridge6009]

As far as sleeping. 60 is the new 40. Than <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="540">9:00</a> is the new midnight. All looking good. Cowboys and Cowgirls

[@dougwilson5872]

You never know how animals will react and it is how you react to it that affects the animals. You all did very well.

[@northcarolinagirl]

It is so respectful for you all to put forth your best looks, tackle, and presence for the show. That was the biggest winner to me. Always see yourselves in 1st place in the things you can control. I'm very impressed with your progress. You looked absolutely stunning Meredith.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks so much!!🥹❤️

[@martycody1422]

I don't comment on video's a lot, but being a athlete myself, it is not about winning first place it is about having fun an enjoying what you do, and taking the knowledge with you to make to make a better person and family , which you have done. You and your family are a greet example of that. Thank you for the great videos' you produce.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks so much for being here and the encouraging words 😊

[@aproudamerican2692]

We're happy to see that Lady decided to stay. She was so sad and lonely in the beginning that God brought y'all together.

[@lessismore6062]

Lady is my favorite. Such a happy dog.

[@geraldrobinson7019]

Suggestion on ground tie....when you move to walk around the horse move toward his hind end first and walk around that direction( counter clockwise) he will stand, i promise

[@arresthillary9502]

I know nothing about horses but looks like fun. I like to check in on this every now and again as I am in NC and feel like we are neighbors! Great job Bernard's!!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks so much for watching, Arrest!!

[@laurakelly1138]

Austin you know now what needs to be better next time. Remember where you started and where you are now.. you only have one way to go is and that is up and getting better. We all start somewhere and improve as we go. Keep up the good work

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Wise words, Laura!!

[@jackielott7309]

I love the look of Cowboy and his boy they make a great looking team. They have a special connection.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Me too. Thank you ❤️

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... Congratulations to all Bernard family ... the hard work pays off ...

[@seamusdaly3310]

Great sense of satisfaction when the hard work pays off

[@dmorgan28]

Y’all done so well. Congratulations to you all. Cool video. 👍❤️

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you, Don! 😁😁

[@nathansparrow1416]

It's brilliant that you have all got a sport that the whole family enjoy so much! Long may it continue!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

I hope so too!

[@garypickering974]

Congratulations! Wesley you are doing great!! Now lets use these horses to move and sort the cattle, that will help all of you, people and horses to learn or practice the skills to win big time in the future. Stay well and safe.

[@dennisclouse7314]

Miss Meredith, you look like a real cowgirl, congrats to the whole family you all did great!!

[@todd1808]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="196">03:16</a> - We get those gnats every year in the spring. They lay their eggs in flowing water. High water and wet conditions lead to more habitat which leads to more gnats. They can be a real problem for poultry......

[@rickmeisch643]

Lady is a livestock lover, the best type of dog to have for a farm!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

She’s a sweetheart

[@markgamble8377]

Great to see such a great family. Together. It shows the hard work u all have put in.

[@rickyainsley2564]

Awesome video, your family in the horse show. I know, aa mother and father y'all were proud of Westley and Austin. That is so sweet. Lady was waiting for her horses.

[@jonathanshrewsberry8507]

Congratulations to you all!!! You have all worked so hard and now it’s really starting to show. So glad and happy for you all that the whole family enjoys it together. Keep up the great work and thank you so much for letting us tag along. Even though we have never met ( but hopefully someday we will ), we love the Bernard Family! Great job guys!👊🏼♥️

[@ThisFarmWife_]

So kind. We appreciate you! We will keep going and bringing y’all along🥰

[@margelittleboy]

Congratulations on a good show day! It’s great you are doing this as a family & all are learning together, with young horses that will grow with you. Being new to your channel I’m not sure who everyone is, but I liked what I was hearing about teaching new folks at the show what was acceptable & not. I’ve been involved with horses a good part of my 72 years, was fortunate to have one friend in particular who got me going with a good foundation, 60+ years later & we are still friends & through good & bad, it’s a tie that won’t break. Using what I learned from her & with her involvement with 4-H, I learned, that opened a door to become a stable manager (which I took when I needed a break from nursing), which led to a position where I worked teaching English riding & jumping. When I got into pleasure carriage driving, I taught beginners in that. At one point I was asked to judge the driving division for a 4-H qualifying show for our state fair. When I saw much help the kids needed, with the ok of the show manager, I gave a quick clinic, working with each child & parents, getting them set up safely & then I had them compete. I went back before the fair & gave a full day clinic, at no charge, they were all very appreciative & it was very rewarding to me. I thin it is great that those at the show you were at were receptive to the help & were able to compete with properly set up equipment & be safe for all around. In any equine event, we all need to keep our eyes open & being kind, offer advice where needed. Obviously not all will be receptive, but the ones that are, will have a much better day. Thank you for sharing your experience & good luck with future shows!!

[@RealLifeWithMichelleRob]

Meredith you look very pretty.

[@mikeheit8374]

Loved watching you wash the dishes! Wish you have let us watch your stacking skills!😂

[@jeanhorne5893]

Thank you for sharing everything.congrats to you and your family on a great job.God bless you all.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@jamesthielen4050]

Nice job you all did in the competitions. Sad to say we just lost are 16 year old Buckskin mare last Wednesday evening after having her teeth done. It broke the daughter's heart. She was hoping to show her this year after she deathly sick last year. Congrats to your winnings. Hope you have more winnings and videos on it.😊

[@ThisFarmWife_]

So sorry to hear that, James! Sounds like she was well-loved and will be sorely missed!!

[@rachelfrees1268]

Gems shine. Buns from the store are gummy and do fall apart big time.❤to you for continuing to bake bread for your family. Listen to your body. Sleep is healing.k congrats Wesley. 1st of class. Austin you rock girl. My heart just burst with pride watching you and Wesley and your Mom. Lawrence you shine above all. What a guy/parent you are. Meredith you are the most beautiful cowgirl.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much 🥹🥹🥹

[@turnertruckandtractor]

So proud and happy for you and your family. Everyone looked pretty and handsome and did a great job.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Congratulations all around. Blessings

[@jamesmainers7814]

Loving that hat on you,,,, good time, good memories…

[@tahirsadiq7600]

Madam Bernard, please accept my heart congratulations to win house competition best wishes ❤❤❤

[@pitbullgator]

Good evening Merdie and Family Congratulations to Wesley 🤠 and You got this Austin because your so good with the horses ❤ Wesley and Austin you’re very fortunate to have Wonderful parents like Lawrence and Merdie to teach y’all many different things in lifes journey ❤ Y’all take care Always 🤠❤️😘 Love Y’all

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks friend!

[@henrymichaelwilson8107]

Hello there good farmers. Yes you can freeze bread 🍞. Well yous are looking posh with your nice shirts. I wear shirts every day. It's maybe old-fashioned but I think you look smart.

[@CaptRandall1]

Congratulations to all of you! Never a reason to be disappointed by not placing in the top 3 or so of each comp.... since this is the first time doing this. Keep up the work, the practice and be more ready and self assured for the next time! Seriously, y'all did great! Very glad to see that LB had a great day as well!

[@davidross7304]

When I watched your video tonight it brought back great memories of when my grandfather would take me and my brother and cousins to Junior Rodeos in West Texas. I was 11 and now I am 71. Thank you for the great reminder, Meredith God Bless your beautiful family❤❤

[@reginaparmley2902]

Outstanding video again today. I enjoyed every second. Wesley looks older than his age….always very handsome! Austin is a great horsewoman….

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@jerrycampbell6181]

No matter if you finish last or first champion's always want to work harder for the next event , so they move up or stay out front because everyone wants to be first !!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE !!! GOD BLESS !!!

[@jonathanrkauhako5863]

Congratulations Bernard family

[@kellputt51]

I don't write much to anyone.. but you folks are different... Meredith is one of a kind.. and might I say.. "she sure does clean up good"... LB has a winner there.. !! I'm 71 so that might not mean much but... Good Job..

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much! We appreciate you being here

[@becky3145]

💚 Proud of you Austin, you did wonderful! Remember the good things that Hank did! 💚

[@ThisFarmWife_]

I was so proud of him. He’s come so far!

[@becky3145]

​@@ThisFarmWife_ 💚 Hank is a handsome horse with a beautiful Lady rider! Love you all!

[@tonyburelle6633]

That was a lot of fun, you all did so well, horses seem to perform well, looks like a great time. Can't wait until the next time, the next show. Thanks for sharing this and Congratulations Bernhard family!

[@akelkhunter]

Just love to see such a tight knit family having a good day together. Good looking cowboys and cowgirl. We don’t see everything here but agree with Jim you all have come a long way. Great see Lawrence on the horse. He’s made it through a tough time. Warms my heart to see you all.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you! That means a lot ❤️

[@jeffslaven]

Good job Team Bernard! You folks are absolutely inspiring!

[@terrylove3010]

I agree

[@robertmarino2158]

Congratulations to the Bernard family , you all made it happen, stay safe, have fun !!!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you! Will do!

[@steves.7872]

Congratulations to all of you. You all did a great job. Miss meredith you Look very beautiful. In your western gear.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@rickyhayes8206]

If you have not watched any of Pat & Deb Puckett youtube, he shows how to do lot of things with horses. Should watch some of him

[@LAP1050]

Congratulations Bernard’s Farms🐴👍🇺🇸 - YOU’VE MADE US “PROUD”

[@flyfisher301]

Congrats to everyone!!!! Great job!!!! Y’all look good out there. Glad to see LB back in the saddle. Keep up the good work!!! Be proud of what y’all have accomplished in a short time!!! Don’t ever be disappointed, no 2 judges ever looks at the same horse the same way. Can’t wait to see more! Take care Be safe.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@TexasGalOnTheHill]

Well I must say yall were a handsome bunch! Good job yall!! You did it! You really did it!! Just look how far yall have come since you started!! Meredith, you were pretty great too getting involved and all! You are truly special in those kids lives! Austin, you did amazing too!! Really am proud of you. Well Wesley, no words... you came you went and you conquered! Good job to all! 🐴🐎🏇

[@ThisFarmWife_]

You’re so sweet 🥹 thank you so much! This is such a feat experience for us ❤️

[@Spence321]

Y'all now need to add a new wing onto the house. It will be the TROPHY ROOM!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

😅❤️

[@doncroddy7856]

Love, Love, Love this family! It's a joy to watch and allowed to be part of this channel. Ya'll looks so nice! The horses look great, and it's just wonderful to watch. Thank you for sharing with us. I'm glad to see L B enjoying everything. He looks good and happy to be able to Rodio again. Thank you for your choice of the Dodge truck. I'm retired from the Chrysler Transmission plant that built the transmission. All the equipment looks first class. Congratulations on everyone's competition. So proud of you all. Just a great video. Thanks again. From Kokomo, Indiana. Ye-Ha! Ride on.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

You’re so kind. Yay Ram! Thanks for being here ❤️

[@TEAMERICA96]

I am so PROUD of you all. 😍😘🥰💞💗❤ You all looked so good in your show Gitups. It's always been apparent that your horses LOVE you and that is what makes this all fun, Win or Show. Congratulations!!! 🏅🥇🥈🥉

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@factsmatter4030]

🗣WOW....💯% IMPROVEMENT IMO. Y'all looked GREAT. 🐴 🐴 💛🐴 🐴

[@williamwhite1997]

Meredith I hope we're as comforting to you are to us. Listen to you talk while you were doing the dishes, seemed like you just had some stuff to say without handy ear. Maybe it was a way to help clear your mind or inventory your thoughts with the big day a head. My rambling point is you speak so comfortable to the camera, it's like I was sitting in there. Meanwhile I get uncomfortable using talk to text. 🤣 Can't wait to watch the rest of the video. I know y'all gonna do great.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Aw thank you. That’s how I feel and want you to feel. 🥰

[@hugeblue]

4/17/23- Congrats to you all ! You all did a good job!

[@simonpriestman1095]

dIe say y'all done pretty dam good ! well done to the Bernard family 😀

[@jonathanbartle8566]

Your son is so awesome you should be so proud of him I hope you never stop making your videos I love watching you and your family

[@ThisFarmWife_]

You’re so kind. Thank you!

[@thomaspressy3410]

awesome awesome you guys did great proud of you all ....as always praying for you and your family xxxxx

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@garypollard9770]

I can tell you are very proud of Wes and Austin! You have every right to be! They both done very well, as you did, all of you looked very, very spiffy! Looked like real ranch hands! Congratulations to all of you!

[@marymiller2183]

Congratulations! Y'all are sharp dressed🥰

[@alanbiesemeier6930]

Nice work everyone in the Bernard Family. Doing good. Thank you for sharing.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Our pleasure!

[@AMDunn-bm1vf]

Nice !!, rock-on.. Oh, praise 👏 to JESUS

[@williamjones3462]

All very sharply dressed. 🙂🙂 Collared (non gray) button shirts and the scarf & ear rings. Awesome

[@chrishann5714]

Family stuff is the best stuff!!

[@donjones4372]

Well I’ll say this, I been a cowboy all my life, you got the cowgirl look going on, nice shaped hat, wild rag, long sleeve shirt, and of course the turquoise jewelry. The kiddos are doing fantastic, y’all keep it up 👍

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you!

[@hudsonvalleyrailandriverandair]

Congratulations Lawrence 🎊 👏 💐 🥳 🎊 👏 💐 🥳 🎊 👏

[@ericmullins8983]

NICE JOB ALL OF YOU!!!! Always life lessons to be learned. That is what the cowboy way of life is all about. Life is not always fair! But we know who is in control.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Truth 🙌🤍

[@buddybresett8356]

Great job in the trials you were in. congratulations!!!

[@burtzorn4059]

Meredith you look fabulous 🤩 Great family time you guys are having. Making memories .

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@juliericheson222]

Congratulations on a great show!! I love watching your family and the horses!!!!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much, Julie! 🥰

[@pickin4you]

Proud of all of you. Y’all are like an extended family to me, and I bet most of us. Even though most of us have not and may never meet y’all. My favorite show on YT.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Glad you can "join us", Steve! We appreciate you!

[@DavidDavis-OU814]

Gooood afternoon from central Florida! Hope everyone has a great afternoon!

[@Den-lh6sc]

Great looking Horses like the Roan Yall do Great job with them

[@Marilyn12346]

Congratulations y’all 🎉 Great job & y’all clean up real nice horses included ❤. Meredith please share your hamburger bun recipe, thx!

[@tdevinetampa]

The best point of this show, <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="845">14:05</a>, Austin and her Daddy.

[@bustersmith5569]

The Buns Look Amazing 👍

[@leonjennings4632]

Congratulations to Y'all Bernard's so Happy for all Of You Nothing Better than Enjoying Family Time And incorporating Your Training, Showing, and Time on The Farm Together is so Special. Happy Birthday RIP. Wesley had A Great Day Proud of the Work you put in and Practice pays off And Austin Great Job Also you have Other Chance's to Bring Home the 🥇 Gold Next Time keep up the Hard Work. Merttie you did Great Too good job Girl Last but not least L. B. Holding down the Farm couldn't be Done with out Ya. Thanks For The Video Blessings to Y'all and Please Be Safe ✌️

[@ThisFarmWife_]

You’re so kind. Thanks for being here!

[@brendapurpura1129]

I'm so proud of all of you. Congratulations 🎉

[@CCRider5312]

Awesome 👏😁 Congrats on y’alls Wins and Placing in the Horse 🐎 events 👏😁 👍😁👍

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thanks so much! 😁😁

[@CCRider5312]

@@ThisFarmWife_ 😁👍

[@jeffgoodenough9932]

Congratulations on your win your horse's are very beautiful.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@drddianesbryant]

Rip said he didn’t need a fly mask - he didn’t have a clean spot for a fly to land! 😂😂😂😂 Congratulations, Barnard’s!!!❤❤❤❤

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Haha true 😂

[@MichaelHawkins-pl5ln]

You all looked mighty fine......Glad You all did well in the showing.....

[@dino2105]

I'm happy to see there are still competitions that reward excellence. The trophies mean more to the kids when they are truly earned.

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Agree!

[@mvojtush]

Thank you for sharing!! What a wonderful event... I am proud of all of you too!!!!

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much!

[@nathanalmond8280]

Congratulations. Y'all done good. I'm sure Jim is proud of y'all and I know he is going to tell you what is on his mind. Y'all definitely looked sharp and the horses looked magnificent. I'm sure Lawrence was in his element helping out and sitting on Cinch. Thanks for sharing Meredith. I sure wish I could get some of the rain up here in Orange Va we are dry. Y'all take care.

[@droy3886]

I am so proud of y’all. I watch every video and this was one of my favorites. God Bless, Daryl

[@earlshaner4441]

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures and your farm

[@peterbone3922]

Well done to everyone of yous 👏

[@limerickman8512]

Congrats to you all.

[@paultighe3735]

Great job congratulations

[@ThisFarmWife_]

Thank you so much Paul! 😀

[@jeffferanec4526]

Congrats, awesome & happy for U all! Enjoyed the video as always. Wonderful smiles & well groomed horses, thank you!

[@terrywilliams8172]

Y’all looked mighty great in your cowboy attire. 🥰 Congratulations to all of you for your dedication and achievements. I’m so happy for each of you. ❤️

[@georgehebert5681]

So proud of your family today. Y’all all worked so hard to achieve what y’all did with these horses as a loving family. Thanks for sharing.