Hoofprints on the Heart: A Couple's Path Through Kentucky Horse Country

Judge Dan Ison and Debbie Holloway Ison share their journey through Kentucky's horse country, from thoroughbred racing dreams to quarter horse breeding and equine therapy programs. Their 36-year marriage has united their complementary passions for horses while building careers in public service, professional speaking, and community development.

• Judge Dan Ison has served as Shelby County Judge Executive for 10 years after 30 years in corporate America
• Debbie has been a professional coach and speaker for 25 years, now focusing on training speakers and women's events
• Debbie rescued her first horse at age 12 when she convinced a farm owner not to put down a paint draft horse
• Judge Ison's childhood dream of owning racehorses was motivated by a teacher telling him it would never happen
• The Isons met at a Derby Festival board meeting almost 40 years ago
• Debbie breeds quarter horses with championship bloodlines for reining competitions
• Judge Ison has owned approximately 15 racehorses throughout his career
• Debbie conducts "Join Up" demonstrations at Horse Sensing to help recovery patients through equine therapy
• Judge Ison rescued two horses including Player, who remained his confidant for 30 years
• Throughout his corporate career, Judge Eisen worked with celebrities including Dolly Parton and John Wayne

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