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Aleuronx

What a gut punch time Chisamba. I'm so sorry, be kind to yourself. Oh khall! I am so pleased to hear about your ball on a string and heartbeat. I think we will all be anticipating next spring! Thanks for asking about my mom, she's awaiting her with any luck last chemo treatment and then will be disc...

Aleuronx

Wow, time has gotten away from me but I've been reading along as I can. I had my first lesson back with my trainer last weekend and got the pleasantly surprised. It's been a miracle to continue to train over the winter and wow, how much progress you make with that even without lessons/assistance. Fe...

Aleuronx

Jingles khall!! Something tick borne?

Tanga I'll bite and say a 62%. SI was nice but her hindquarters swung out on the circles, obviously the error and the missed tempi line were probably expensive. Loved the extended canter.

Aleuronx

Thanks all, I was fairly chuffed to have it on video. And trust me, the flying change hell is real :lol: Our blooper footage will be hysterical, think beautiful 6 one tempis but only behind (trying to just canter straight). We are just touching on them here and there, not working on them everyday. A...

Aleuronx

Loved the photos and hearing about your experience Flight. What a fun, intensive deep dive in dressage. Bummer Khall, sending more reproductive vibes. It’s early still, you’ve got time. Exvet I’ve been closely reading your posts as I tentatively enter flying change hell. So pleased to see that Brand...

Aleuronx

Seconding the Knix catalyst recommendation. I'm not well endowed but man it helps decrease the bounce effect. I have both the one shared and the front zip and like both. The front zip is nice for easy on/off. I switched all my sports bras to these and they have worn and washed well. The company also...

Aleuronx

I wish I could get that canter front end in the arena without the aid of snow. I guess canter poles might be in our future, she can move that shoulder up and out she just chooses not to. I'd certainly take 80 deg khall I'm trying to learn taking enjoyment from winter, however slight. Just above free...

Aleuronx

We didn't get walloped by snow this past weekend as they were forecasting but still got a good amount of fresh powder, 8-9 inches or so. I popped over to have a play in it while the snow was dying down to flurries. I imagine this is what a friesan canter feels like, lol. https://youtu.be/3vGgHriEnIU...

Aleuronx

Appreciating incomplete efforts. Ooh, I felt that in my bones Chisamba. As we are hunkering down for another Nor'easter to arrive this evening I'm dedicating this section to trusting in the training and 'appreciating incomplete efforts'. We have another 5-6 weeks until we *might* get outside for any...

Aleuronx

It was a surprisingly accomplished Jan/Feb for me. Saddle fitting, clinic, show, rodeo & parade (seriously, my horse is a saint). Closing this month with a new set of x-rays and the knowledge that a hock is fusing, so starting out on hock injections and adequan-- and after a week, Queso is a te...

Aleuronx

Closing out February feels like a milestone for New England winter. We're on the homestretch even if we are supposed to get snow almost every day this week. Goals: So my goal this period is simply to ride. Whatever that looks like, and however frequently that ends up. Success. I rode and hacked when...

Aleuronx

Thanks Tanga, I will definitely be adding in rein-back and will play with the balance now that I can feel when it’s there for the taking. Such a fun ride when they are in the contact and you can just play.

How did the show go??

Aleuronx

Gifted myself a Pivo as a birthday present and still fitzing around with best settings and placement. Kora was wired this morning with snow/ice coming off the roof of the indoor so I figured just use it to kick her up to the hand best we can. I was very pleased with this sequence, we haven't done re...

Aleuronx

Thanks Sue B, I will keep that in mind for her. So far she's been doing well with eating little bits through-out the day. Sorry to hear of your migraine struggles, I sometimes get cycle related ones and even that is the pits. I can't imagine dealing with it more often. Thanks exvet, you are so right...

Aleuronx

We are getting that arctic blast now too. Tonight into tomorrow morning wind chills of -40F to -50F :shock: Kora got her hormone shot last night, bundled up to the hilt as she lives outside with a shed. Talked to barn manager about what 'the plan' was and stuffed a giant hay net for Kora and her bes...

Aleuronx

It is quite hard work for them khall! I basically did 1-2 loops of the arena and gave a walk break. Even walking is serious cardio and joint effort in deep snow like that for them. So we only did little bits of trot and canter and I don't feel bad as I see them hooning around in their paddocks on th...

Aleuronx

Moutaineer that's referred to as the 'big boy bridle/big girl bridle' effect. Sometimes it's just the feeling of being a big deal for them. Long may it last for you!! Storm #2 was a bit more than forecasted and we ended up with 16 more inches of snow at the barn. I managed a play out there this morn...

Aleuronx

First clinic of the year done and dusted. Despite needing more work in the canter tour Andrea encouraged me to go out and get my tails. Ilia says they should sell velcro on tails , ha! He remembers my immense difficulty in buying my last set all those years ago. I know Flying Changes does this!! Th...

Aleuronx

Aww, Exvet this gave me such a smile! What a lovely lil doll she looks to be, thank you for sharing.

Aleuronx

Giving myself a bit of winter grace this period. Mom had PET scan yesterday and we are managing a zillion appointments and offices. Thanks for the blessings from the other post. So my goal this period is simply to ride. Whatever that looks like, and however frequently that ends up. Exvet, how dare y...

Aleuronx

2022 is ending with a bit of whimper for me. My mom has been diagnosed with cancer and things are bit, well, sucky. There is a lot going on but trying to keep the barn as sanctuary. I feel very lucky to have such supportive barn family. Section Goals: -Rider fitness of some variety (yoga? bike? weig...

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Oh Moutaineer that is nightmare fuel! Sounds worth having a fitter check it over, but ugh what a disaster poor Potter's saddle.

Had a lovely ride in 21F this morning, heck yea. Some canter halfpass steps so easily each way, just giggled the entire time.

Happy Solstice guys!

Aleuronx

Interesting conversation, I think it comes down to the development and level of self-carriage. I know my trainer is always asking "Is she taking you along?" Meaning is the horse forward-thinking and using their hind legs to propel themselves forward with no begging from the rider. The othe...

Aleuronx

We are settling to the reality of 3rd or 4th mud season? Ah, the winters in New England. Figuring out how to manage Kora in our indoor and we've (knock on wood) actually had workable, trainable rides. I am hopeful it continues this winter! Gosh I about cried when I came around the corner in canter a...

Aleuronx

Ah, the crowded warmup. It's a skill unto itself! I did my fair share of showing this season and feel like I have a better plan. I start by sorting out the players during our walk warmup. Which is the person riding a 20m circle near their trainer standing at the edge of the warmup? Who are the non-c...

Aleuronx

Welcome zevida! I think we all know what it's like to get the ride you want but not on the days you want them. Chisamba, remember just like in horses slow is fast. You went through the effort to get that hip now do the full rehab to make it perfect. Sorry for the silence but I have been reading alon...

Aleuronx

Well I'm glad I waited a bit to post goals as I am away for a client onsite work all next week which means Kora gets a mini-vacation. It just popped up so I'm hoping to still get a lesson in before I have to leave, it's short options before she leaves!! Section Goals: -Rider fitness of some variety ...

Aleuronx

Oh man I was not looking forward to recap on these goals but here we go. Section Goals: -Rider fitness of some variety (yoga? bike? weights?) Oof, maybe a winter of ass kicking to commence? -One last chance to pip the 70% barrier at 1st 3 at Regionals then we kiss 1st level goodbye No such luck with...

Aleuronx

Good to hear from you Chisamba, and yes let the healing begin! Follow the PT instructions to the tee and you'll be back in the saddle before you know it and I'm sure feeling so much better after bone on bone.

Aleuronx

LSP I'm so bummed for you. Stifles are a blindspot for me that I hope to never have to be 'educated' about. I have had friends mounts deal with estrone etc as young horses and turn around completely with good management, so there is hope. It's be a busy quiet few weeks if that makes sense. We had a ...

Aleuronx

Good news Dad is out of the hospital and mostly behaving at home. Getting appointments and oxygen has been a cluster but man our healthcare system doesn't seem to run smooth on the best of days. Took Kora over to trainer's on Sunday for a 'put us back together' lesson. It was a battle and to be hone...

Aleuronx

Thanks for all the well wishes and jingles. My dad is stable but still in the hospital. He has some test result markers to hit before he can be released home so making progress to those. LSP that trail ride looks heavenly. What a joy to have such glorious space to explore. I've done bupkiss this wee...

Aleuronx

Oh SF what a gut punch with the barn. Put the word out and hopefully your horse community will come through. I will un-fondly refer to Regionals 2022 as the good, the bad and the ugly. I will attempt to keep this short as wow I would not think anyone would want to fully re-live the events of the las...

Aleuronx

It's taken me a bit to wrap my brain around my lesson from this weekend. We briefly discussed where I feel we are at prior to Regionals and what sort of struggle point we can dig into. I highlighted the right lead canter and it went an interesting place. We are to the point where I have a fair amoun...

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StraightForward what a chunk of muscle Tesla has become! In a good way, that is one solid mare. Susan, sorry about your loss. Even the little ones steal our hearts. Keep surviving that triple digit heat, I don't know how you guys do it but you probably can't imagine the same at 10 degrees either. To...

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Ryeissa sending you good Third vibes. I think that's my project for the winter. LSP slow is fast always and definitely hit up the obstacle course clinic! I thoroughly enjoyed the one I did with Kora even though we had no interest in the competitions going forward. I'm repeating a few goals, ahem fit...

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Chisamba that video was shocking, poor Saiph but as I watched I was nodding as I've seen Kora press her sides/hindquarters into posts and the side of the shed and kick out. Thank goodness the extended release hormone shots are doing her well. Not so good for my wallet but hey ho. Closing this out an...

Aleuronx

Exvet, thanks for your insight from another with equines out 24/7. The hay situation will surely be rectified for Regionals which will help immensely and I'm also investigating sourcing a couple bales of candy-like 2nd cut to bring along. I'll check out some stall toys for sure! To be fair now that ...

Aleuronx

Well done SF! Here's my slightly delayed show report because honestly hit the horse show hangover HARD when I got back due to it being 92 and humid everyday there and then a long extended 5 hour drive home due to traffic. Overall the show was a mixed bag for many reasons but our main objectives were...

Aleuronx

LSP, sorry to hear about Lynx’s troubles. For me it’s calming to have a plan to then execute and it sounds like you have a good team behind the both of you. August was to be a busy month and it’s not disappointing yet! Work is nuts but I got my generous mid-year raise so that balances out. I haven’t...

Aleuronx

We have arrived at high summer as both Kora and I have transitioned to one hundred percent avoidance of both indoor/outdoor arenas and are doing all our rides here in the hay fields. Lots of these views signal-2022-08-03-145056.jpg It is so telling when you have such a large space to ride multiple b...

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Now that I've had a good nights sleep I can write about yesterday's show. 4am wake-ups are not my thing although nice to have the ride done and home by early afternoon. Long and short of it is Kora was amazing. I love this venue and I'm so pleased that she is loving it as well. Arrived chilled and s...

Aleuronx

Oh demi, what a shock. I’m so very sorry for your loss. May Besa bring you the joy in your DH’s honor

Aleuronx

I like that Chisamba, for me I add to that quality forward of whatever gait we’re in. I will try to keep this in mind for my test tomorrow! We made it through the heatwave with early morning rides and fun times in the field. Kora had the beginning of the week off to recover and putt us in good stead...

Aleuronx

Very much the same! I like the Honey Stinger waffles (Salted caramel for a 'big' snack or the small vanilla ones for nibbles before test). These for me are great if I have a near lunchtime ride time and can't get a meal in. I can eat them even with an excited tum and not feel gross. I've also tried ...

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Demi, echoing all here with good wishes to the DH and you. Horse wise- Kora gets an electrolyte powder added to her feed as she is a keen drinker at home and not so much when traveling. I blame the automatic waterer in her turnout as it comes out fresh like a fountain so anything from a bucket is me...

Aleuronx

I get chastised if I don't compete like training, plus I think horses are smart enough to get to know the difference and it can backfire if you don't 'ride' within the test. Which pretty much sums up our ride from the show this weekend. If you aren't winning you're learning! Yesterday we learned :lo...

Aleuronx

Aleuronx and Chisamba, thank you for asking about how his feet are doing. We are coming to the end of his first cycle with this new farrier. I've been happy so far. I think without a doubt he started to move a bit better pretty instantly. I do plan to get some pictures before the farrier does him a...

Aleuronx

Thanks Exvet, 89F probably seems laughable 'hot' to you guys out there but it's dang hot for here. I'm hoping they call coats even though I love wearing mine. Have a grand time in the canyon! LSP How's his feet coming along? I'll be interesting in how you take in Warwick. I listen to his podcasts an...

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As much as I hate spraying chemicals the trial we did with a tick spray company this year has worked beyond expectation. Walking the dog has resulted in almost no ticks as compared to previous years and you can visually see from the amount in our 'tick jar' that the spray is working. This time of ye...

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