6/12/09
I called Sissy and told her to leave her in in the afternoon. So, I thought she was going to be mad. But she stood in the crossties pretty well. When I went to put the bridle on her turned away. But I got it on. She kept shaking her head. I took her out and she danced around the mouting block a bit. I think it was because she reins were crossed. So, I got off, fixed the reins, and rode around bareback. We went threw a course of poles each direction. Then I took her out for a short walk in the grass. I wanted to ride her longer, but I had to go to my dad's house at 5:30. While we were there my mom and Sissy talked. She said that the farrier was coming monday morning...Finally!(: Also, I am going to work in the summer camps this summer! I'm finally going to be able to pay my share of the board for the summer.(; Maybe, if I sell my western saddle and bridle/bit I might be able to afford that new saddle I've been wanting! Oh, and when I was taking Lacy out, I let her graze for a bit. She didn't full out bolt when I turned her out! Overall, it was a good day. I just have to work on those bad barn manners of hers.(; Have fun this weekend guys. Remember to put sunblock on your horse's little white noses. Trust me. Poor Lace is so burnt!
Friday, June 12, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Day 11
6/11/09
I am so mad. First, when I went to get her in the field she started walking AWAY form me. Then she did pick up her hooves. But she was slow in the ring and couldn't get her leads both directions and she kept stopping by the open gate. UGHHHH! But hats not the worst part. When I brought her in she reared and broke the cross-ties. Then she tried to escape to her field! Oh My God! She was being so pissy. So, I threw her in her stall. Then, she knocked her head on the door a few times; trying to get out. I put all the tack up and curried her. But I didn't have the time or patience to properly groom her. So I was very mad, so I walked her out, stopping every few steps. So she couldn't go straight out to her friends. As soon as we got in there, I stopped her, and took her halter off. She BOLTED into a full gallop, trying to get to her friends. God. I'm so tried of her bad behavior. All she wants to do is graze. Tomorrow, I'm going to tell them to keep her in in the afternoon; that way I can turn her out and let her graze for a while. On Saturday, I don't know what I'm going to do. I just hope she freaking comes to me in the field next time. God. I am sooooo MAD!
I am so mad. First, when I went to get her in the field she started walking AWAY form me. Then she did pick up her hooves. But she was slow in the ring and couldn't get her leads both directions and she kept stopping by the open gate. UGHHHH! But hats not the worst part. When I brought her in she reared and broke the cross-ties. Then she tried to escape to her field! Oh My God! She was being so pissy. So, I threw her in her stall. Then, she knocked her head on the door a few times; trying to get out. I put all the tack up and curried her. But I didn't have the time or patience to properly groom her. So I was very mad, so I walked her out, stopping every few steps. So she couldn't go straight out to her friends. As soon as we got in there, I stopped her, and took her halter off. She BOLTED into a full gallop, trying to get to her friends. God. I'm so tried of her bad behavior. All she wants to do is graze. Tomorrow, I'm going to tell them to keep her in in the afternoon; that way I can turn her out and let her graze for a while. On Saturday, I don't know what I'm going to do. I just hope she freaking comes to me in the field next time. God. I am sooooo MAD!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Day 10
6-10-2009
This was Lacy's day off. She was a little frustrated because the flies were eating her alive and it was like 88 degrees with 90 percent humidity. So I got all four hooves but I had to push. Then I took her outside to grazed while I brushed her. After, we rode around bareback. I Love riding her bareback! She has such a long back; its so comfortable. I tired my new bareback pad but I ended up ripping it off. It was so annoying! I put her back in her stall and sponged her off while she ate her dinner. I was a nice day over all. Except her hooves are really overdue of a trim. I'm hoping we'll finally catch the farrier this week. Every time he comes we seem to miss him!
This was Lacy's day off. She was a little frustrated because the flies were eating her alive and it was like 88 degrees with 90 percent humidity. So I got all four hooves but I had to push. Then I took her outside to grazed while I brushed her. After, we rode around bareback. I Love riding her bareback! She has such a long back; its so comfortable. I tired my new bareback pad but I ended up ripping it off. It was so annoying! I put her back in her stall and sponged her off while she ate her dinner. I was a nice day over all. Except her hooves are really overdue of a trim. I'm hoping we'll finally catch the farrier this week. Every time he comes we seem to miss him!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Day 9
6-9-2009
Oh my gosh! Lacy picked up her feet, got her leads, and trotted over a line of poles! Today was a great day. It started off a little rainy. But as soon as I got into the field I was already in a better mood. We even trotted in a little. Then she let me pick her front hooves with only a little bit of pushing! During the ride she was great. Sure, she was a little crooked when we were going through the 'line', slow in the corners, and didn't get her leads right away. But she tried and that's all I can ask for. After, we rode around bareback. She wanted to go back in; so I threw the saddle back on and walked in. The saddle fell off in the aisle! She didn't even blink! So I gathered the tack back up,and put her in cross ties. When I brushed her she didn't even try to leave! I gave her a few treats for being so good. Then she galloped away to see her friends. That's what I call a good ride. Happy Riding!
Oh my gosh! Lacy picked up her feet, got her leads, and trotted over a line of poles! Today was a great day. It started off a little rainy. But as soon as I got into the field I was already in a better mood. We even trotted in a little. Then she let me pick her front hooves with only a little bit of pushing! During the ride she was great. Sure, she was a little crooked when we were going through the 'line', slow in the corners, and didn't get her leads right away. But she tried and that's all I can ask for. After, we rode around bareback. She wanted to go back in; so I threw the saddle back on and walked in. The saddle fell off in the aisle! She didn't even blink! So I gathered the tack back up,and put her in cross ties. When I brushed her she didn't even try to leave! I gave her a few treats for being so good. Then she galloped away to see her friends. That's what I call a good ride. Happy Riding!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Week's Conclusion
In this first week I've come to realize; its not about riding anymore. Its about the bond between the horse and her partner. A bond that hope to achieve someday. I'm not going work on being a better rider. Atleast until I have established a partnership with Lacy. Then things will go much easier. Good Luck with your relationships guys.
Day 8
6-8-09
I've been a horse owner for officially 1 week! Today was SUCH a great day. I had to walk half way out in the field today. But she took like 3 steps towards me. Pretty soon she'll be coming to me! Then, she was a little pushy in the cross-ties; but she gave me her feet today with minimal effort. I'm so proud!Then, I got on her and she didn't try to move around the mounting block! I proceeded to walk, trot, and canter her. She got the right left lead. But, I couldn't get the right one. So then we weaved in and out of some cones. Then we trotted over a pole! I'm not bragging, but she was AMAZING!!! I'm so happy! After, I rode her out bareback around the ring. She didn't even move when I hoped on without a saddle. She is doing such a great job with all of her training. She went from a western trail horse to an English pony that can even go over a pole! My little Lacy is such a sport.
* Oh, this guy told me that she was so pretty; and such a good horse. He wanted to know who trained her, where I got her, and how many years I had her. It made me feel so good. I think were actually starting to bond with each other.(:He kept saying she was so beautiful. I'm so proud to be partners with such an amazing pony.
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