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June 18, 2026

Plan A, Plan B, Plan C

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Cailin Capall: So initially I wanted to showcase what it was like to move home home (yes I meant to write that twice)......back in with the parents........and back to the countryside. But as my life is jam-packed with horse-related activities, I've decided to focus it a bit more on my horsey escapades and attempts at improvement

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