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[RC] Spooky horses - Jena Williams

Ok, I have to share! I got to ride my boy on trail for the first time in 5 months, and he did GREAT! Ok,ok. We didnt go alone, a friend of mine rode my "old man" who is herd boss. But, the old guy let Temba lead (that in itself was amazing) and Temba walked out with just a little "snort" under his breath. (I could always tell what I was in for by how much "snort" I get with every breath as he walks! lol) We didn't go far, because we both need some good confidnece and trust building rides, but my heart was singing when we came back.

What made the difference? Why wasn't he the wild spook monster?

1. Went with another horse.
2. I had someone to talk to which helped me relax
3. switched from english to western (treeless) saddle to increase my security physically and mentally
4. Lots of riding in the yard and iin fron tof the house, workiing on laterals, giving the hip (one rein stops?), etc. Small, slow stuff that we could do and enjoy to build confidence and control

I can't wait to do it again!! HeeHeee! I love my guy!

Jena & Temba (who now will "bow" during his stretching excercises. Give me that cookie!!)

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