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probably I'd you haven't tried both , the grass may always look greener on the other side of the fence Chisamba, I agree with you 110%. I did board and in no way think it looks greener on the other side LOL. I've also boarded others at my place and that did not work out well at all with the excepti...

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Exvet i did not say no ride time but definitely don’t ride more with horses at home. I think it also depends on ones facility and the part of the country one resides in. SE is way different than SW. Grass here from April-October to cut and maintain. Also means I’m juggling my easy keepers. I’m pret...

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Yes, there is more to keeping horses than just the horse-care and riding. I obviously 'get it'. I also will be the first to raise my hand and say, 'Ya know taking care of 3 on a daily basis on a 1.25 acre property is sooooooooooo much easier than taking care of 14 on a 5-acre property even though I ...

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So glad that the changing weather and seasons are bringing great opportunities and progress for so many here. I was going to give Junior his second body clip on Sunday but after the previous week of family, guests and my son's wedding on Saturday I just couldn't bring myself to do it. I'll be body c...

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Congratulations khall, sounds like your methods have created quite the level headed gal and talented too!

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Control of the base of the neck is the key to unlocking the mystery and freeing up the flow of energy in a way that is desirable for dressage especially for those of us with 'coach-bred or very baroque-type' of horses. I can empathize with Blob's conundrum because so much of it sounds like (though i...

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I do shoulder in because of my belief that leg yield loads the front end, so start and finish with shoulder in. definitely change which shoulder you ride in. do S I in medium trot, go straight 2 or 3 strides in medium, do SI in collected. really sit. go straight for a few strides, SI to medium, .as...

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I have a similar issue with my guy. I get too greedy for the stride length and end up paying for it with quicker tempo and the net benefit is bupkis: still stays more forehand-heavy or best case neutral vs. uphill balance. What works: - Very short pieces of medium, transitioning back to collected (...

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Congratulations Chisamba, a 68 at third is pretty impressive imo. Nothing like being best in show too! C-E-L-E-B-R-A-T-E!!!!!!!

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What a bummer Chantal. I agree with mari too, Bear is something else. SF glad to read that Annabelle got the alls clear sign. Nothing more frustrating than rehabbing especially where there are so many things to get done but it sounds like you have the right plan in place that will actually get you g...

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Awesome score Blob and I agree with Aleuronx. I always reached for the stars when I was younger whether others thought I should or not because given my family's genetics (father's medical history) I didn't want to wait until it was too late physically or mentally to be able to do it. Those guarantee...

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exvet, obviously Lilo Fore is a superior clinician. I have a metaphor I would like to add. I think of horses as fluid filled vessels and the energy pour out wherever the vessel bulges ( so we try to be straight.) but the hardest way to straighten a bulge is at the bulge. you either need to push the...

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Looking forward to reading about your show Blob. This segment is a bit long but it's all the canter work after turn on the haunches. Junior's trot work was much better on Sunday. Unfortunately I do not have any video to show/prove it. The clip is boring, paint drying type of stuff but I think Lilo's...

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Oh, and as I sit here thinking about getting ready to ride my own horse, I am aware of how clear and simple Lilo’s directions were. Straightforward and uncomplicated. Basic stuff, done correctly. That’s the mindset I want to ride with…. This was the best part of having her as a clinician, at least ...

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Well I just got back from my lesson and it was awesome! Junior was all work. He was easy to get to work over the back today. We continued the theme of leg yields in the canter and if he stuttered or flipped leads, down transition to the walk and finish in the walk, rinse, repeat. It didn't take anyw...

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Thank you again everyone. I really appreciate the input. Mari, I will definitely ask Lilo. We're hoping to bring her in for a couple of clinics at the barn where I take lessons, sometime in January and February. She sounded like she is more than up for it. Chisamba - I actually was working on exactl...

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Here is another clip from the clinic with Lilo Fore on Saturday showing traver in trot down the centerline and then medium and collected trot on the long side....all the while trying to ride Junior straight into the reins. Since this clinic was for continuing education for judges, L grads and L cand...

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Thank you both Mountaineer & Sue B. Here is another clip from the Saturday of the Lilo Fore clinic where we worked on the same (straightness and moving into the reins), earlier in the lesson though, and at the trot.

https://youtu.be/MHnp3T4Qk7w

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Over the next few days I'll try to post links from the Lilo Clinic. Here is the first link. It's actually the end of the lesson on Saturday where we were working on canter and getting to the crux of my issues with Junior. My daughter asked that I turn the sound off because she's muttering her disple...

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Thank you very much for the feedback and kind words. I will definitely give the suggestions a try. This very basic concept will be THE key to accurate consistent correct flying changes in the future so of course I'm crazy determined to resolve the issue(s). I have to wait until I'm off of work to po...

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Blob, Good luck with your show. I have to run to work but here are two pictures that my daughter took on Saturday that demonstrate my two frustrating habits I've developed. https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/o253/ldarling_photos/IMG_1435.JPG?width=960&height=720&fit=bounds The puppy paws...

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I do have the compression gloves. I was using them pretty regularly but I wasn't sure that they were really helping. Since my surgery game has been increased again I think it's adding to my slide back; so, I'll dig them out. Thanks for the suggestions y'all.

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I have been diagnosed with both carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis in my wrists. I cannot afford the surgery on one or both. When I worked for Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA, I had one of our board members, a sports surgeon with the Cardinals. offer to perform the surgery for me for...

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exvet Don't take it personally. Lilo does that to everyone. Just smile and agree and ask clarifying questions. I totally get what you are saying. She is demanding you be where you should after maybe a year of correct work with someone helping you. I try to keep that in mind. She's not going to see ...

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Glad your clinic went well, LSP. I definitely got my ass handed to me on a platter yesterday with Lilo; but, not really in a bad way. She like many of her genre was very exacting which is what I need. The depressing thing is after reviewing my tapes I'm afraid my 'puppy paw hand' tendency continues ...

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Is it possible he needs more kcals to do the work you're asking him to do? I recently redid my mare's diet with the help of a nutritionist. She is built thick so I'm always worried about her getting too chunky. But basically the nutritionist determined that she wasn't getting what she needed to do ...

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There are always things to learn that can be used productively on another horse. As long as the horse is safe and sound at walk and trot I think Jessica can definitely give you your monies worth. Have fun!

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Tanga I too will join in on the congratulations because I think you accomplished a lot and you and your horses handled a lot of the kerfuffle well. As for the judging I think Chisamba likely has the key to unlocking the mystery; but, even so, I have been in the same position (lower levels of course)...

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Sounds divine Chisamba. Hope to get back to those times again with mine, feeling real close to it. Glad you had such a good go. You deserve it.

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Tanga, nice GP test! Congratulations on the score and placing especially give the circumstances.

We're actually getting rain here and it looks to be finally and permanently cooling down, at least until spring. Trying to get prepared for the Lilo Fore clinic.

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If Lynx still has no real top line, I wouldn't necessary sit the canter or only do it for some of the time. As his back develops sitting can be done more and more. That is how I prefer to do it. I'm able to sit very lightly in a dressage saddle to the point that the uneducated eye can't really tell....

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NICE cadence to Saiph's trot chisamba!

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Ugh, Tanga, so sorry you're having technical difficulties on top of disgusting weather. It sounds like you and your mares are real troopers and making the most out of the situation. Good luck for the rest of your show!

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I would be careful. Not knowing what is in the Dr. Reed product and depending on the amounts of each you feed, you may have a challenge with the Ca:P ratio, particularly for your youngster. I think Blob has the absolute best idea.

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That's wonderful news Mountaineer! Straightforward I would really enjoy seeing Gary as a clinician. I've shown under him and always received constructive comments that I could actually use. Chisamba - I've been there and my body is definitely telling the tale. Hope you're able to find decent help so...

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khall, my farrier also comes out if a shoe needs to be put back on or something needs tweaked in between regular appointments. Fortunately though in the 15/16 years we've know each other that has only happened 4 times. Grateful to have horses with good feet and a diligent farrier. I LOVE that mine w...

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Congrats to the whole family. Nothing like seeing your offspring succeed and do well.

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My farrier has always made an appointment for the next time. He's been my farrier for 15/16 years. If my horse(s) need a shorter interval he will accommodate; but, I also know that the few times I've need any type of corrective work it's been important for the horse to have enough hoof wall/foot to ...

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Rye, it sounds like you need a well deserved vacation and chance to recoup from life in general. I had to do something of the same when I was in the middle of my divorce. It sounds like some of your mojo may be linked to your low iron too. Let you body and mind heal. You'll find your way back and in...

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What are your goals for this clinic? Is to test ride with Jessica? Do you have something specific you want to work on in terms of your seat? If that is the case Jessica may be able to give you good tips on how to help this horse which adds tools to your toolbox and if it's your seat, a lot can be ac...

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Lovely horse and rider. I think both of you just need more strength and stabilization. I think you handle his need to lift off rather well. I'm no expert but it appears to me that you're not stable in your saddle. It's not glaring but it appears to me that it may not be the best fit for you and perh...

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I too am very sorry for your loss khall. So many losses for everyone. I too am facing the same very soon. My big dog (mutt) is really showing his age. I fostered and then adopted him in 2009. Between his heart and his arthritis, I can tell that we're declining quickly. He still has good days and wan...

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Thanks y'all. I'm right there with you Ryeissa; but, all-in-all it's turning out to be one of the less expensive clinics that I've at to apply for.....so we'll see ;) LSP - Brandon is bearing full weight on it; so, I'm not panicking yet. It's still pretty swollen and of course he's getting very bore...

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I'm so sorry Mountaineer. There really are no words. Brandon was fine when I fed yesterday morning. Then when I went out to start riding his left hind was blown up 3X normal. Grrrrrr.......boys playing rough again. So I rode Junior in the arena and worked diligently on forward and back, coming over ...

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Thank you....so many just take your breath away.

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You know Straightforward if you got a 'lesson' out of how to improve your show/ring craft, your horse(s) were well behaved, and you lived to tell the tale.....then it's a very good day in my book; so, Congratulations! I think every judge is geared (especially L grads) to want more, more, more, more....

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My position score is almost always higher or the same as my effectiveness score. I have walked away with 7 and 7.5 on position when the test received a high 50s. Usually there is a comment somewhere on the test (most often at the bottom) indicating that my horse isn't either the best suited for the ...

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LSP 88 - So glad to read about your progress with Lynx. Sounds like he was a good egg. Well between building projects, work, extreme heat and the like, I haven't been able to get much riding in. I did get a lesson on Friday morning. Junior did very well; but, at the end he started coughing, not bad ...

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This sounds more like a strength issue. Junior will also jump more when I reallllllllly collect him. The actual phase of stride is really good; but, I have no ability to consistently influence him with the outside rein/controlling the outside shoulder. I don't want to lose the jump but I do want him...

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I bring water from home. Buckets are from home and have that familiar smell - Junior recognizes HIS buckets. Living where I do, all are already on electrolytes which encourages drinking. I also soak their feed (hay pellets) so they get some hydration due to slurping up their ration balancer mixed wi...

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