Esme. I am 39 and you are one of my idols and an inspiration to me to keep doing my best as an equestrian. I have learnt so much from you and your beautiful horses. Thank you! You are amazing! Xxx

Seeing you talk about monetization and the stresses of a full time youtube job makes me feel really comforted. I am a full time Horse Game youtuber (very niche) so the unstable nature of this job can be scary at times, but I still feel super lucky to do what I do! Thank you Esme for this amazing video xxx

Did anyone else just get tears un their etes from this? Esme has done so much and is the kindest most caring person ever!

Look how far you've come already! 👏🤩

Esme: I am so grateful Me: we are so grateful that you started this channel when ever I am sad or having a bad day I watch you and I become happy and whenever I am riding I always think of you! You inspired me and helped me how do take care of a horse i just kept thinking of you! Tysm Esme I love you!

Esme is absolutely amazing!! She's helped build my confidence SO much!!! I'm alot more confident as a rider thanks to you esme!! You've helped ALOT of people!!

So many people are ever so proud of you Esme! All the memories you’ve made are so special and the ones your going to make will be magical! 💗

I’ve always had a passion for horses and always loved to ride but watching your videos really grew that passion! Your such a big inspiration to all the people who maybe aren’t as fortunate to ride or just started off. Thank you so much for everything you do! You should very proud of yourself 😊👏🏻

Whenever I need a bit of inspiration I go back to Esme’s old riding story I must’ve watched it at least 20 times now, I remember eating it when it first came out and I still am following Esme right up until today ❤️

No one in my family rides horses either and I didn’t start riding until I was 11 and I’m 12 now, your such a massive inspiration! I’ve just started jumping which is super exiting 💗💗

Thank you so much for the help over the years. I got my first horse, and it reminded me of you and casper. I was very inexperienced and bought a very green horse. As you said, a recipe for disaster! But, I loved her, she was a lovely horse but very difficult. I also got the talk when my parents were thinking of selling her. I watched your videos and watched your tutorials and it helped me so much. I never got the type of riding school that told you about the care of horses, so you helped me so much. Thank you. You have helped so many people.

I’ve been riding for 5 years now and I love animals. When I was 7 I part loaned 3 shetlands and thats when I found Esme. I would come home and I would just watch Esme. The beginner series really helped me. Esme has helped so many people. Esme is my absolute idol and she takes care of her horses so well. Well done Esme.

Esme you deserve everything you have! Your an inspiration and I'm sure everyone that watches you thinks the same. You are so kind and caring and horses are the luckiest, most loved animals in this world! Thank you for everything you do! Xx

Esme, this video is amazing. I’m so glad you are still here making videos and really thriving. You’ve inspired so many people so don’t let those mean comments knock you down. You’ve turned me into a grey, and gelding type of girl! I hope your channel keeps growing and people see how much you care for you animals and how much hard work goes into your job. Thank you for being a KZfaqr and inspiring so many people to do what you do. Much love, Avery ❤️

Let’s all be honest, Esme is our inspiration!! She is not only kind and an amazing rider, she shows the highs and lows of riding! 💕💕love you Esme!

I had my first horse riding lesson last week I would of never of thought I would be saying that it’s my favourite sport, I think I wouldn’t of ever gotten into the sport unless I wouldn’t of watched ur videos, your so inspiring keep up the amazing work!!

You are so inspiring Esme❤️ I’ve watched you since the first riding dares video with Scarlett and I’m so happy to have seen you grow

Now look at you, so close to ONE MILLION!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 let’s hope to get you there. I wish those mean girls could see you now thriving so much!

I'm all the way from Australia and I have gotten back into riding after having a break for 4 years, I used to have a friend that had a horse but we drifted apart and I couldn't ride anymore. Since watching Esme's videos I have fallen back in love with riding and I'm only weeks away from owning my very first horse. So from the bottom of my heart Esme, I thank you so much❤❤❤❤

I have been watching you for the last 5 years and I honestly can't thank you enough! You have inspired me and given me the confidence to continue my riding journey! I started riding 7 years ago and when I found your channel, I was so inspired by your work and riding and I have watched you ever since! I have had some confidence nocks in the past, but watching your videos has helped me to never give up and to keep working on my mistakes. Your my favourite KZfaqr and I again can't thank you enough! I have loved watching you and Casper progress together and have loved watching all the funny vlogs with funny Mickey clips. I have also loved watching you and Joey progress and improve the past 2 years and have loved watching Joey and Duke grow! Your such an amazing rider and your such an inspiration ❤️

hey Esme im a young girl and I have grew up loving horses like you! my first horse ride was when I was about 5-6 and I got to get lead on a horse and that's when I fell involve with it, I rescently went on a plane to cairns where I also had a ride and got lead and it was so fun!! after I got back home from that holiday I started watching you and you have helped me to learns soooo much, and I am very excited to start lessons as soon as possible!

Esme, I’m a riding school proprietor and I have first hand experience of exactly how much you inspire new riders. Keep doing what you’re doing so well. You’re so humbling and awesome! X

This made me a little emotional! You are such an inspiring person, and you keep me motivated in my riding everyday. Thanks for everything you do for us xx

Esme has come on so much from when she started, well done you deserve it girl

I started riding just before the pandemic and I fell in love with it. I soon after had to stop because of lockdown. Your videos helped me stay in touch with horses and riding. Thank you Esme for being such a amazing person on KZfaq! love you!

hi Esme i am 11 years old and I started riding because of u. In the last 2 years i have learned how to walk trot canter jump and if I never came across u on youtube i would not be where i am today thank u so much xxx Megan

I started riding lessons a few years ago and would have never been where I am now without your videos. Coming from a very non-equestrian background it has always been a challenge to navigate the riding industry when it comes to shows, caring for horses, and so much more. My dream is to own horses, and I would have never been anywhere close to where I am now without you. You and your horses are so amazing! I hope you always keep making videos!!! XXX

Esme, the night before you posted this I had a dream that I met you and I was literally crying tears of joy!!! I look up to you so much and you are 100% my favorite KZfaqr!!! I hope your having a great day!❤️❤️❤️

Esme, I have no idea if you’ll ever see this, but by any inch of luck that you do, I just want to say, you ARE the reason I started riding, I would always look forward to sit and watch your videos after school, they made me feel so much happier, and even though I never had the opportunity to ride till about 11, I never gave up because of you. You are THE MOST amazing KZfaqr here, you were the first person I ever subscribed to. Your videos never fail to put a smile on my face, and honestly you’ve helped me through so many tough times, and even when everything felt like it was in pieces, your videos made me feel okay, they helped me keep going. I now take lessons and ALWAYS think of you, when I’m not confident. Please never stop, I could never of made it to where I am without you, this has nearly brought me to tears because, you truly mean so so much to me, words just cannot describe it 💕 I ABSOLUTELY love you and your horses, thank you so much for everything 💕

I am 13, and your videos have inspired me so much! By watching your videos I have begun to love horses more than ever. I am currently saving up to start taking riding lessons soon. Thank you for uploading your videos to youtube, you are my idol!

i just want to say ive been really encouraged to start riding from your videos esme which has led to me finding my passion ive only been riding for a while but thanks to you i have been able to ace my canter by watching you so thanks so much for that

I love watching your vids i started riding after watching you on KZfaq (my mom and dad are not from a horsey backround) and making my channel because of you. Your so inspirational keep it up

Esme is such an inspiration I watch her videos all the time and she has helped my confidence after a accident

Esme I am 61 years old and not an equestrian but I thoroughly enjoy your channel and I love to see you with the horses. You are so personable and I can see the love you have for horses and they look so happy and content. I also love the house renovations. Keep doing what you are doing and I will keep watching xx

Esme I absolutely love all your videos and thanks to you I started my own KZfaq channel! You inspire me so much!!!

To This esme I’ve been a long journey although my account was made in July of this year I watched you before I had this account and you really made my days 100x better you don’t know how much it means to me. I absolutely love seeing the horses and you be so happy for even though you’ve been trough a lot, I’ve been looking up to you for so long and you are my biggest idol I’d love to see you in person but I can’t because issues and sickness You were the reason I started riding I’d watch your “beginner series” and it has helped me a lot you’ve taught me so much I didn’t even know how to fix stirrups until I found you Thank you so so much for making me smile and much love from Norway❤️😊

Thank you so much esme for putting so much time into these videos u made me smile after I found out my favorite horse had to be put down so thanks for everything❤

Thank you so much Esme for being such and amazing inspiration to me. I have learnt so much from watching your videos, I started watching your videos last year and now your my favourite KZfaqr! ❤

I started riding when I was 9 years old now I am 14. Before me knowing horse riding was a sport, one of your videos popped up and that made me start riding, so thanks Esme.

Not me about to ball my eyes out at this video. Super proud of you Emse, you’ve done so so much for the equestrian community and you should be very proud of yourself :)

I got so much more confident around horses because of you . I used to be quite scared of horses before I started wacthing your vidioes

You have navigated some dicey waters in talking about employing your dad, Esme, and I will say brilliantly done. I applaud you for realizing the perils that come with celebrity and influence. The trust that you share with your dad is precious, and you are fortunate to be aware of it in your youth. You are wise and feisty, Esme. Thank you for sharing! 💜🙏

Esme, you are such a wonderful inspiring person. Please take care of yourself, especially your mental health. Your journey is amazing and unique to you and that’s beautiful. 💕

Esme this story is absoultely heartwarming! All the work you put in is amazing!! You have changed so many lives either it's Animals or People's. You are an amazing person in and out. This world needs more people like you. You are the person that tries to bring out the best to world when it's not going so great! And i am so proud of you!!! Personally for me the part with getting riding accessible for everyone touched me alot because it's really a struggle for some people that don't have that much money or having other problems that they can't afford to ride horses. It is sad to see people that have so much potential can't do what they want because of the Money Factor. And Unfortunately the equestrian world is quite expensive... I really hope your Dream's come true!!! Keep doing what your doing! ❤💖

I think it's crazy when I see my favourite horsey youtubers riding story.I find it amazing how you started off a rider just like me. my dream is to become a horsey youtuber just like you. I have been watching since 2019. 😁Your KZfaq channle has come on so much since 2015 I also love how mickey and casper have been bffs since the beginning. love your vids💜

I definitely teared up watching this. I’ve been watching your channel since around 2017, near the beginning, and I’m so proud of you Esme. I’m just a few years younger than you and I remember growing up watching your videos and just being so impressed by what a kind soul you seemed like and your genuine love for horses. Watching you evolve over the years as I watch myself evolve, especially in my riding and maturing personally, has been a huge comfort. Thank you for everything.

I found your channel, when I was getting back into riding in my 30’s after a 15 year break. Such a cosy comforting channel and podcast. Always love to come here after a long work day.

So excited to watch!! Esme is SO awesome and has an amazing story!!

Thank-you for sharing this with all of us I’m glad you have gained more confidence and really glad you have become equestrian because I watch your videos all day everyday love you Esme ❤️

I have been watching This Esme since 2020 and ever since then I showed your videos to my parents and they finally let me start riding lessons. I already knew how to tack up thanks to your videos. You are my idol. I love you so much. Xx

Esme your such an inspiration! Whenever I have a bad day and feel like I will never improve in my equestrian journey I watch your videos and feel better! You bring me so much joy and show me what’s it’s like to be a equestrian! Thank you so much for making videos! Your amazing!! ❤️

Your absolutely amazing esme and your story has helped alot of people!! This is how far you can go if you keep trying don't give up guys! My mom had a hard horse life but right now we're doing great!! It's gonna be hard but stick in there!! Can I plz get pinned

She is so amazing ! This helped me with my riding so much ❤️🐴✨

Hi Esme I,d like to say a huge Thankyou to you for encouraging my daughter who found your you tube channel last year and since November last year started riding and has been inspired so much.We never miss a video as we love them.Keep up the wonderful work you do ..your amazing 🥰

I started riding horses when I was seven and you were a huge inspiration to me once I first watch one of your videos. I remember I was just the tiny little kid who was barely able to jump cross rails. But now I’m 12 i’m currently trying to find a horse to take me to Grand Prix just know how much you inspire people and how well loved you are by your viewers❤️❤️❤️

Hi Esme!! I love your channel and all your equines 💕 I hope you are all doing well And I am so happy to have another amazing video to watch!! I’ll be watching soon! 🥰 Please tell your horses that they are amazing

Thank you so much for making these videos for us, I have been watching your channel for 5 now! Thank you Esme ❤️

Esme you are the reason why I have such a love for horses . When I was very young like 5 I wanted to be a jockey. I didn't know that showjumping was a thing. When I was about 8 I said I HATED HORSES . Crazy I know . I saw your Chanel and fell in love . And that's where I am now . Horses are my life . You made my life better . ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I'm so greatful for you Esme 💛 I first watched your KZfaq videos in 2018, when a lot changed in my life and riding was the only regular thing. Since then I've aspired to become an equine physio! This year I'll be starting Uni and hearing how you've grown in confidence has helped me be brave enough to take this step! Although I'm not as lucky to own horses or have as much experience, it's what I love 💖 Seeing you progress over the years really inspires me and I'm so glad your channel is going strong, but still chatting on such a personal level! Keep doing what your doing, because as long as you love it we live it! 💗

Omg Esme you’ve grown so much I’m so proud that you didn’t care about the people that bullied you I met you at the international horse show and I’m so grateful I got to meet you and I was shaking I was so glad to have the opportunity to meet you thankyou for uploading videos for us to watch and entertain us your the best xx 😘

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Omg I bet this gonna be amazing 👏

I have had my horse about 4 years but i lost interest (i don't know why) in riding, but i watched your videos, you gave me energy and motivation. Thank you Esme it means so much to me that you do this!❤

this video has encouraged me so much to make videos and actually post them on my youtube channel i was scared about what people would think but know im just going to ignore what other people think of my videos. thanks so esme for being an inspiration to so many equestrians all over the world.

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I started riding because of you, YOUR THE BEST

When I was younger I always wanted to ride but when I started watching your videos I wanted to ride more then ever, so thank you for being the person that started me in such an amazing sport!! I love you

When i was 11 all i ever wanted to do was be a dancer. It was the only thing i talked about. but when my dance teacher said some not so kind things (don't really want to go into details) i lost all that love. And i came across one of your videos. And i thought 'Wow, that look like so much fun i really want to try that!.' But my mum and dad not really having enough money i could not. i continued watching your videos for three years. i really got into horses from then out. all my friends saw me as the horse girl. (tho i had only sat on a horse like 3 times) it was all i talked about. and so after 3 years of begging and a-lot of chores i get to do lessons every week and i'm so grateful! I almost lost my love for horses bec of not being able to be around them (also living in the city) but your videos helped me see i could one day when i'm older get to ride. I know you won't see this, but i just want to say: You have changed my life. you have not even met me but you have. you make my day better and i really enjoy your videos. It would mean the world if you saw this. I love your videos and it has given me the passon of horses. Thanks. xx

Aww hearing you talk about you and your dad working together got me so emotional haha I got chatting to him at Hickstead about a lot of the things you've now opened up about in this video and it's just so inspirational to hear about that dedication, team work and passion behind the scenes that brings your KZfaq channel to life! I was blown away seeing you greeting your very first meet and greet fans first thing in the morning at Hickstead and seeing you again towards the end of the day with that same enthusiasm and kindness towards every single person. You truly are an amazing person Esme and you deserve absolutely everything that comes your way! KZfaq has been a part of my life since I was a teenager too and I have always had a love and passion for animals, especially horses, since a young age despite having a non-horsey family so hearing your story is so relatable. You're amazing and don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise!

hello Esme have been watching your channel since i was around 6 or 7 i grew up being such a theatre kid and i still am ! HOWEVER you started my riding and horsey journey im 12 nowi such a horsey person now so much that its prety much part of my identity ! and you still inspire me today to carry on and never give up on my dreams of having my own pony one day thanks so much keep going !!!!! xxx

Esme you have helped me so much as an equestrian ,you got me into riding and it has been the most amazing experience i have been riding for a while now and at the moment i am looking after and riding unbroken ponies and you have helped me on the way by giving me not only riding experiance but experiance in pony care to! i look up to you and i love the channel. thank you x

This just makes me cry esme so beautiful. You are so caring esme your horses must be so Glad to have you as a loving person🥰

Esme, how do u not have 156 Million?? Ur amazing!

I do a lot of riding until I had to stop and then you’ve got me back into it and this week I’m going to go to for another lesson. I was very good but then I stopped so I’m so excited for my next lesson and I watch your videos every day and you have changed the world for me and I hope you keep going and please never stop. You are so good and make me so happy❤

I’ve been riding for a while and since I started jumping u have been my Inspiration for a long time since like 2017! I have learned a lot from you, so tysm♥️

Your channel is what made me decide to tackle my fears and finally go to a riding school at the age of 24. Always love horses but never had the opportunity beyond pony riding on holiday. I am now 28 and have my first share! What you do is really inspiring, thank you for all the hard work, honesty and creativity xx Also can I just say how amazing it is that you employ your dad full-time? I always thought it had to be an arrangement with all he is doing and in such a professional way and it is just mind-blowing how you make it work together. Like, hats off to you because you literally rock :D

Esme, I’m a young equestrian and I’ve always loved riding, but back when I was in lessons, I got bucked off (dislocated my arm), of course I got back on, but it drained most of my confidence, when I got my knabstrupper spotty, I started to take your advice, me and spotty have improved so much because of your amazing riding and your stunning horses, we are now going to a show next week, but I wouldn’t be doing it if you didn’t post, thank you so much for making me and my horse a better duo 💞

Just finished watching this and I really love it, you can see from the incredible quality of your videos just how much work you must put in and that’s only scratching the surface💗

I used to ride when I was a kid and have always loved horses and the community but I had stopped for around 7-9 years, after discovering your videos I am so happy to say that I have started my passion up again and am starting the process of working with horses as a career!!!!! Thank you so much Esme❤️❤️❤️

I started riding horses before I found out about your channel, but when I found myself unmotivated because I wasn't progressing in my riding classes, so much so that I thought about stopping riding, I watched your videos and began to regain that motivation to learn to improve and ride horse with confidence.

You've helped me so much to not be scared of horses thank you very much

Thank you so much for filming (and posting) all these lovely videos Esme! I remember watching your KZfaq videos when it wasn't all that big yet. For some reason I stopped watching them though, but thanks to TikTok I came across your KZfaq channel and it has been so lovely to see how far you have come. Your videos never fail to put a smile on my face, even when I'm feeling sad at first. I really respect all the time and effort you (and your dad) put into the filming and editing of your videos. The cinematography is outstanding! So thanks again and I hope you're able to continue making KZfaq channels for a very long time❤

I started riding almost 1 year ago...I am now jumping and you have been the BEST inspiration for me. Thank you

Thank you so much for everything you do for us esme! I love your channel so much and I’m always so excited to watch a new video. When I was 8 I went to my best friends pony party where I really started to love horses. I have always loved animals and horses, and when I went on holiday I would usually go riding. After my friends party, I searched up ‘riding horses’ on KZfaq and one of your days in the life was the first video that popped up. I watched it and then begged my mum for riding lessons. Three years later, I’m eleven and have been riding for three years. So thank you so much esme for starting my journey, I will always watch your videos. 💖🐴🎉

It's so heartwarming to see how far you have come, especially that you still keep your both feet on the ground, and you are still that kind and passionate girl who you were at the start of your KZfaq journey. And I really-really love the quality of your videos, your dad and you make a very great job with all of those beautiful pictures, so thank you for all of your hard work! ❤️

Esme your absolutely amazing you deserve it so much You made me love riding even more!

My daughter is 12 yrs old & has rode for 6yrs you are her favorite channel she loves watching you ride& do shows 💞🐴💕

Esme you are such an inspiration to everyone! I still can’t believe how far you have come! I was here sense 2017 and you have grown SOO much!! I love watching your videos and you are an amazing rider. There have been several times that I’ve thought ab quitting but after watching your videos I change my mind because I just love seeing you smile while doing your favorite thing!! ♥️

hi Esme!! I've been watching you for a really long time now and it's amazing to see how much you and your horses and ponies have grown. I love every single one of your videos and you have really influenced me into riding and getting my own horse. thanks to you I had the courage to do my first canter a couple weeks back!! thank you for taking the time to read this!! love you!!

I absolutely love your videos Esme, you are such an inspiration to me and I love how you didn't give up even when times where rough. 🥰

Dear Esme I am so great full that you and your videos came into my life it was around the start of the first lockdown I was just sat in my room wondering what to do then I typed it “Horse riding” and one of the first things that popped up was your video and I remember from that day on I have watched every single one of your videos then came the second lockdown I found it lots hard to keep motivated for school and stuff, but your videos kept me distracted from everything that was going on in the world honestly. Then when the second lockdown finished I knew what I wanted to do. Go horse riding. Then I had my first lesson loved it and still watching your videos and from there on I have grown so much in this community now being able to confidently walk trot canter and having a loan!!!! Thank you sooo much for making your videos ❤️

Esme is so brave, and I've been here for a while! I can relate to Casper being a wild pony, as I ride an appaloosa pony. Hes bucked me off once, and has spooked at thunder and is tense in storms. I talk to him when hes tense, to try and calm him down. I'm also scared of storms, but I act brave for him, and try my best to get him to behave so we can jump, which is one of his favorites. Hes really fast and will zoom if you let him. I'm glad you kept Casper as hes very cute and seems like a fun ride.

Your kind heart, positivity and the love for animals along with determination and hard work has made you the best role model for any kid, teenager and adult. You have inspired so many people to fulfill your dreams, given so much more confidence while working with horses. YOU are amazing! ❤️love from Estonia😊

Esme, I am now 15 and I have been watching your videos for a long time now! Mt riding story has really grown because of you! You are my inspiration today and forever! I cant believe how much my confidence has grown because of you. I have a very young Thoroughbred and your perseverance and courage has helped me everyday. I am also dyslexic and to know you an amazing rider and person have been able to achieve such great things, It gives me hope that I too can become what I can be by working hard. I love you so much -x Emilia ❤

You give me so much courage and your just the best rider!

Esme I've never commented on your videos before but my daughter Cleo watches them all and I knew this one was going to be so wonderful. It actually brought a tear to my eye on more than one occasion! It is so inspirational to hear your story. I knew you were the genuine article and not just a pampered girl who had it all handed to her on a plate and I also knew how much you genuinely care for welfare of your horses (and animals in general). But to hear of your struggles and determination, your commitment and passion - it truly is incredible. You've worked SO hard for your success and you deserve every little bit of it, and more! I have no doubt you will hold onto it for as long as you want it. I LOVE your mission to bring the equestrian world into the 21st century and your bravery in revealing more of yourself is very touching. My daughter is also dyslexic and she shares your empathy with animals and your sensitivity, along with a very strong sense of what is right! Huge respect to your parents for encouraging you to follow your dreams and striking the right balance (when you were younger) between looking out for your safety and allowing you to be responsible for your choices. It is not an easy thing to get right! They must be so proud of you. We can't wait to see what you do with your channel and how you continue to be such an incredibly positive role model for young girls, and all equestrians. With all best wishes, Emma & Cleo PS. those bullies were just jealous - you know that right? 😉

I have wanted a updated My Riding Story for awhile so happy its out! Your channel is amazing, I started riding because of you and I have had so many fun adventures since then thank you Esme!

Esme, you are such a lovely young woman with amazing character. I really enjoyed watching this video and now its easy to see the reason you have those qualities. You pushed through alot to get where you are. Kudos to your parents for supporting you in your journey even though it must have been frightening to witness what you went through with Casper. Thank you for sharing your story with us!😊

This was a great video to watch, I remember watching your videos when I had just bought my first horse (nearly 4 years ago now!!). It was mind blowing to see that other equestrians were going through the same experiences as me, buying a horse that was difficult to ride and overcoming it because of the bond I have with my horse. I have loved watching your channel grow and I wish it keeps going well xx