Life On and Off an Acreage

In-sights into moving from an Acreage back to Town, plus a few things I find of interest.

Two things that horses are scared about:


1. Things that move
2. Things that don't move




Old enough to be eccentric, but not rich enough

June 12, 2011

First Day!

 First a little groundwork.
 Very compliant and some bonding
I put the tape on Blacky ( or Alpine... we haven't decided yet), and she comes in at 14.3 hands high and 846 pounds. Just right!


She has a very smooth walk and trot. Elaine hasn't taken her to cantor yet.

A 45 minute training session and the monsoon hit. I didn't ride as I am recovering from a dislocated thumb. It's a long story, but maybe I'll ride tomorrow.

8 comments:

  1. she's just beautiful... so jealous... but i'm a chicken when it comes to riding so i'm glad to see your wife is not...

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  2. A beautiful horse. Wishing we had one!

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  3. She is so gorgeous!! I wish that was me on that beauty!!! Tell your wife to have fun riding!!

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  4. Beautiful horse! I favor the name Alpine.

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  5. Rode a horse one time in my life and would do it again. You are both blessed to have horses and ride them.

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  6. Oh, she's lovely! I like seeing the step by step work with her. I hope your hand feels better!

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  7. Your new horse looks to be gentle. Of course Elaine is no doubt an excellent rider and makes it look easy.

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  8. She is beautiful, good on Elaine. Riding feels wonderful.

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