I’ve already talked about my riding revelations for 2014. A minor one in February: Saddlebred riders do not want obedient horses … No one wants a Saddlebred who asks, ‘What next? What next? What next?’ They want one who says, ‘Hot damn. Here we go.’ Obedience Epiphany A major one in October: Instructor decided onContinue reading “Epiphany Recap”
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On the 12th Day of Christmas: Twelve Months of Horses
The 2014 version of the calendar is 11×17, spiral-bound on heavy paper with dark, crisp printing. I assume 2015 will be similarly well-produced. For information, see Kimry Jelen: Calendar Disclosure: I have no dog in this hunt. I have ordered my copy. I am getting no advertising fees. I just like the pretty pictures. (Artist’sContinue reading “On the 12th Day of Christmas: Twelve Months of Horses”
On the 11th Day of Christmas: Eleven Years a-Passin’
As with #8 [Resolutions], I had a more serious post that collapsed under its own weight. Instead, a thought for the future. In 11 years, Milton will be 18. I will be 63. Our combined age of 81 will still be nineteen years short of the requirement for the The Dressage Foundation’s Century Club. AsContinue reading “On the 11th Day of Christmas: Eleven Years a-Passin’”
On the 10th Day of Christmas: Ten Furry Noses
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On the 9th Day of Christmas: Nine Pounds a-Droppin’
Yesterday looked forward. Today looks back. How did I do with the 2014 resolutions? Weight “My third goal for the year* is to lose weight.” [9th] Victory! Taken off & stayed off. Show vest buttons with ease. [Progress: photos at end] No thanks to me. Credit goes to an obliging metabolism and an outstanding chef.Continue reading “On the 9th Day of Christmas: Nine Pounds a-Droppin’”
On the 8th Day of Christmas: Eight Resolutions
Change of plans. I spent several days quagmired in an earnest, heartfelt post on my past, present, and future. Nevermind. Take it as read that for 2015, I want to keep the good bits (husband, health, horse shows) and improve where needed (food habits, exercise habits, work habits). The standard suite of New Year’s resolutions.Continue reading “On the 8th Day of Christmas: Eight Resolutions”
On the 7th Day of Christmas: Seven Horses Showing
As with last year, I had the opportunity to show in saddle seat academy classes through the Stepping Stone Farm lesson program. It was, um, a growth year. Much was learned. Many horses were ridden. Some whining occured. We ended on a high note. Onwards! Show mounts for 2014 Trump [SSF Summer Show] Sam [WinterContinue reading “On the 7th Day of Christmas: Seven Horses Showing”
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