Meet The Team
Kristi Hurley
After years of research, classes, and personal growth, I was able to transform my life, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. Today, I’m living my dreams, one by one, and I have the incredible opportunity to share with both children and adults the powerful tools that have enriched my life—starting with gratitude.
Beauty can arise even from tragedy. It may take time to see it, but it’s always there, waiting to be discovered. On my journey, I found healing in nature and through my deep connection with animals. This combination of unplugging from the world, spending time outdoors, breathing deeply, slowing down, and bonding with animals became the foundation of my healing. It wasn’t just healing for me but for many others in my family as well.
This is where the dream of The Giggling Life Care Farm began. Before the farm’s creation, I had been blogging about the lessons that helped me change my life. I soon realized that the missing piece of my healing journey was quality time with animals. As I immersed myself in writing, learning, and spending time outdoors with animals, everything started to shift. It was as if something beautiful was unfolding, and it felt truly amazing. I understood that all I had experienced in life had led me to this point.
I am passionate about learning and even more passionate about helping others overcome obstacles in their lives. I love teaching children the importance of living with gratitude, embracing positivity, believing in themselves, being kind, respectful, hard-working, and dreaming big. Through simple yet powerful experiences—being outdoors and connecting with animals—they learn life-changing lessons.
What I do brings me immense joy, and I’m grateful that it benefits all of us. I witness incredible transformations as children connect with animals, forming relationships that help heal their souls—even when they don’t realize they need it. Animals teach us confidence, patience, communication, and so much more.
I wish everyone could experience the magic that happens here at The Giggling Life Care Farm. It’s truly fantastic, and I invite you all to visit and see for yourselves!
A Little About My Life in Colorado
I’ve been married to my amazing husband for over 32 years (though it feels like I must have been 10 when we got married!). Time flies when you’re having fun, and we’ve certainly had a lot of it!
I’m a proud mom of four incredible kids, ranging from 16 to 29 years old. Our family is busy and adventurous—we love traveling, riding motorcycles, building race cars and trucks, boating, paddleboarding, skiing, barrel racing, and just about anything else you can think of. Through life’s ups and downs, we’ve learned that every day is a gift—hence why it’s called the present.
We don’t let the grass grow under our feet! We dream big and go after those dreams together, cherishing every moment. I’m so grateful for my family, who has helped me accomplish my dreams, and I’m dedicated to helping them achieve theirs as well.
Background
From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others, though I never imagined it would look like this! As a child, I wrote in journals about my “dream job,” and now I’m living it.
I earned a BS in Behavioral Science and a master’s degree in education. I was fortunate to be a stay-at-home mom while working part-time as a substitute teacher and teaching art as an Art Docent throughout the San Diego school district for many years.
Co-creating the “I Am Journey” women’s enlightenment program with my amazing friend, Caley Carroll, was a highlight for me. We’re excited to continue creating platforms that educate and empower others to lead positive lifestyles or overcome hardships.
A few years ago, I returned to school for Equine Assisted Therapy and Life Coaching, which I absolutely love! I’m eager to continue my education in this fascinating field to become the best I can be.
In 2022, we established the Boots & Buckles 4-H program through Adams County 4-H, offering lease programs that allow kids to learn and care for animals at our Care Farm without needing to house them on their own property. We aim to instill the invaluable lessons that 4-H provides—no matter where you live!
4-H played a significant role in my youth, teaching me life lessons I might not have learned otherwise. In today’s world, I want to guide young people differently—by encouraging them to spend time outdoors, away from screens, learning responsibility, empathy, teamwork, leadership, and more. Please check out our new club—we’re thrilled about it!
My dream is to educate and support as many people as possible through the beautiful animals and healing space we’ve created here.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. You can learn more by visiting my blog here!
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Kristi Hurley