Horse Day

This morning Zeek had a lesson with Linda.

He chose PJ over Julio, which was a first. 

He did SO well, again.

I'm so proud of him. 

He was very excited to have the added enjoyment of 

meeting one of the new kittens at the barn. 

After ridding at Linda's, we went home and did some school work.

Then we had lunch and headed out by Gwin.

I worked her on the ground for about 20 minutes. 

Zeek watched and learned some stuff. 

Then he rode bareback for awhile. 

Then it was time for his well earned hour of media.

Of course, he chose to play on his iPad. 

Meanwhile, I rode Gwin bareback a bit.

I worked on desensitizing her with my body.

Then I worked on laying and leaning on her sideways. 

I'm hoping I will build the strength and skill to get on her 

bareback without using a mount. 

This could take me awhile.

After awhile, I saddled her and took her out 

of the round pen without a bit for the first time.

She did SO well. I think better than with the bit.

I think she's a little callused to her bit. 

I rode her around the pastures. 

We trotted a lot, and galloped a little. 

It was great and just what I needed. 

As always. :)