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”
Category Archives: Horse Shows
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.”
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”
The Relativistic Nature of Jumps
Many moons ago, I walked the cross-country courses for the Advanced at Ship’s Quarters and the USPC Nationals in the same weekend. The Ship’s Quarters course was substantial but not terrifying. Professionals on well-trained horses were planning to go bouncing about over piles of logs and have a lovely time. Mind you this was backContinue reading “The Relativistic Nature of Jumps”
On The Other Hoof
As soon as I got done asking for Sam songs, I found out that I may be riding Willie, show name The King’s Will. Given the input “Willie”, iTunes comes back with oodles of Willie Nelson, as one might expect. Also, there are many songs by that title but by artists of whom I haveContinue reading “On The Other Hoof”
Seeking Sam Specific Songs
Thanks to everyone for the psyche song suggestions. Looks like I will be riding Sam, aka Sultan’s Miracle Man, at the next show. Anyone got anything for him? Olivia Newton-John’s song of that name is a bit lyrical for a show tune. Not to mention a mite creepy to be singing to a horse. Really,Continue reading “Seeking Sam Specific Songs”
Spotted at the Dog Show II
Yee-Ha, Y’all When a friend won her puppy class of one entry, I cheered and clapped. I was accused of trying to embarrass. Why no. I’ve been showing saddleseat. We hoot & holler. We make rafter-shaking, screamy noises for barn riders at the slightest provocation. ASB ringside is one of the few places I’ve foundContinue reading “Spotted at the Dog Show II”
Virtual Brush Box 