Susan and I had an 8 AM lesson today at Happenstance, from Ellen Baehr. I put the horses on the trailer at 7 AM (perhaps overly excited for this adventure). Susan rode Oisin, and I rode Stone, and we had a blast. Stone went really well, with Ellen’s reminders and advice to me. Ellen loved […]
Full Day – September 2, 2021 Read More »
Today, we gave the horses a day off. Somehow, it was a very hectic day, nonetheless. Harry spent much of the morning at the dentist, which is never a fun way to start the week, but the ongoing tooth project is nearing resolution. I met Susan at the barn for delivery of her delicious banana
A Monday – August 30, 2021 Read More »
August is nearing its end, but the heat feels endless. Today was another hot day with air that feels like a damp blanket. We had half an inch of rain last night, which made the ring delightful, but the horseflies and the temperature detracted from the nice footing. Susan rousted the old ladies, and we
Friday – August 27, 2021 Read More »
Another really hot day, but we started with a pleasant ride. Susan thought Oisin looked better than ever after his night wearing his new fly sheet. There was a good omen after our ride – a familiar turtle ambled through the grass – this one was last photographed in June. Harlan did his usual magnificent
Houseguests – Tuesday, August 24, 2021 Read More »
The week was off to an early start this morning, when the promised concrete work crew arrived before 6 AM to get ahead of the heat. They were impressive, accomplishing two areas of concrete and spreading leftover rock on the driveway circle, making a big improvement here before midday. It was truly brutal heat, but
Concrete – Monday, August 23, 2021 Read More »