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Post by dannyboy on Aug 27, 2012 15:11:46 GMT
I've been off work all week and went for a great little lesson at a local yard. As no space for private lesson, I joined in with another lady who was at a similar stage to myself.
I rode a 15.2hh dark bay cob called Crunchie. Just knew his job and got on with it.
I was cantering and jumping a few little cross poles and have been on cloud 9 ever since ;D ;D.
Hoping to get back this week too.
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Post by kitcat on Aug 27, 2012 15:40:52 GMT
It sounds like you had a really good lesson DB. I hope you get another one in this week.
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Post by solomon on Aug 27, 2012 15:59:28 GMT
Good for you, how is Murphy is he not rideable now?
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Post by FirenLady on Aug 27, 2012 19:48:45 GMT
 Sounds like fun. Its nice to ride with other people who are at a similar stage. |
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Post by FirenLady on Aug 27, 2012 19:49:25 GMT
and Crunchie is a great cob name hee hee
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Post by racaille on Aug 28, 2012 7:01:39 GMT
That's just what you need DB, a bit of fun after all the worry! Get those pennies saved for lots more!
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Post by zara on Aug 28, 2012 9:32:42 GMT
Sounds great fun
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Post by dannyboy on Aug 28, 2012 12:02:27 GMT
Sol - Murphy was continuing to dip at the rear end and I felt unsafe. He hasn't kept weight on since his bout of colic and was also very laboured in his walk - it was hard work to get him to do any exercise and I felt really guilty for even asking it of him tbh. I discussed it with my farrier (who thinks he is early 20's) and he suggested taking off the shoes to rest his feet as he's not being ridden now anyway. I have a hoof hardener to apply every day, so hopefully he won't go lame etc: I just have to come to terms that he is definitely in retirement. Hence the wee lessons to raise my spirits |
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Post by scattymare on Aug 28, 2012 16:15:41 GMT
That sounds like just what you needed DB. Sad news about Murphy. But he has landed on his feet with you. Def agree to taking his shoes off - he should be fine just mooching around the field - and less expense = more lessons |
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Post by haffyfan on Aug 29, 2012 13:54:30 GMT
Nice to hear your back in saddle Db, even if it's not with Murphy. Does this mean your health issues are now resolved then or are you doing it regardless.
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Post by ceej on Aug 31, 2012 11:19:56 GMT
will you be looking for another riding horse?
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Post by dannyboy on Sept 1, 2012 13:55:36 GMT
Haffy I've been keepin a lot better thanks. Although I still have the odd bad day, mostly I'm managing good.
Yeah Ceej I'd love another horse but at present I have no space. Just need to get another field (proving mission impossible), find a wonderful retirement home, or just continue with lessons as an when. There's nothing like having your own horse though and I'm now addicted to horse sale web sites!
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Post by fimacg on Sept 13, 2012 11:10:46 GMT
Glad you had a good lesson and are feeling better health wise, as for Murphy he makes a very handsome lawn mower!
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Post by brigadier on Sept 23, 2012 7:43:13 GMT
Missed this thread DB, but glad to hear about your lesson- what a tonic!
Sad about Murphy but he did land on his feet didnt he, just think where he would be right now without you! At least he gets a lovely retirement as he sounds a great chap!
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Sounds like fun. Its nice to ride with other people who are at a similar stage.
for so much hard work we thank ye!!