riding log

Guiness was back to his usual good self today. It is freaking hot, though, so our lesson was in the indoor ring and mainly spent at the walk and a slow sitting trot. All was ridden without stirrups until the very end, when we got in a little cantering. I could probably have done the canter without stirrups, but didn't want to press my luck. Tina says I have a very good seat :)

Afterwards we walked the horses back to the barn and sponged them off with cool water. Guiness *loved* having his face sponged. One of the barn managers complimented me on how well I work with him. In the process, she called me a "good rider." Who, meeee???? Guiness is just so sensitive and responsive that he makes things easy.

Still working out the summer lessons. Wish I could just stay put and ride Guiness all summer...