Virtual Brush Box

Ladies Only, Thank You

I took your collective advice, went to the Title Nine website, used their measuring chart, and ordered a garment with underwire & racing back. The result has enough straps, hooks, and cross-bracing that it ought to be made out of Kevlar and stop bullets. However, I was comfortable and the runway judges approved. Mission accomplished.

Show Report: ETSA Spring Classic, Cleveland, TN

And the winner is Sam Willie. In the morning, it was decreed that I would ride Sam. However, halfway through the day, Lola decided she’d Had Enough. She was done showing and no one was going to change her mind. The resulting horse shuffle put me on Willie. After a quick swap of pre-ride visualizations,Continue reading “Show Report: ETSA Spring Classic, Cleveland, TN”

Old Dog. New Trick.

This weekend I uttered a sentence I have never before used in my life. Proper saddleseat turn-out mandates make-up for female riders. Although I have only worn make-up a handful of times, I submit to this requirement with my trademark quiet dignity. I made sure to take the lipstick with me to the ring forContinue reading “Old Dog. New Trick.”

Spotted at the Bookstore

Horses at the Galleria

Foto Friday: Pollen

Reply Hazy. Ask Again Later

Seems I don’t know who I will be riding this weekend: Sam or Willie. At my last lesson, I rode both and the instructor gave me a choice of who to show. I’m torn. Willie is easier for me to get goin’. Although the class is judged on the rider, you always look better onContinue reading “Reply Hazy. Ask Again Later”