Author Archives: Virtual Brush Box

State of the Blog: Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One

To paraphrase the poet: I repeat myself? Very well, then I repeat myself. The blog is large, and I forgot what I said. In 2013, Lola and I won first, second, and fourth. That would be blue, red, and white for those of you in countries what do their ribbon colors the wrong way around.Continue reading “State of the Blog: Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One”

Exciting Announcement

Driving Thursday Introducing the new competition team for 2017. Coach Kate has very kindly asked if Greg would be interested in showing the lovely & talented Bliss at driving events this year. Yes, please. Since it’s the horse world, many things could go wrong, from soundness problems to personality conflicts. If all goes the wayContinue reading “Exciting Announcement”

Saddle Seat Versus Dressage, In A Nutshell

Saddle Seat Wednesday Recently, I was asked how I would explain the difference between saddle seat and dressage to a dressage rider. Never ask me these things in person. I talk way too much. I finally came home, sat down, and consolidated my thoughts. Both disciplines want the horse elevated through the shoulder & pushingContinue reading “Saddle Seat Versus Dressage, In A Nutshell”

Rodney’s Hillwork

Remember back when walking up a hill caused Rodney to suffer an explosive anxiety attack? [Aftermath of an Explosion] This is Rodney on the same hill last week, a mere five years later. On the way up, he stopped repeatedly. Not from concern, rather from the fact that his hooves were glued to the ground.Continue reading “Rodney’s Hillwork”