Since we last communicated TJ has gone to Ocala to be a racetrack lead pony. I got to the point where I just didn't have the resources or time to do him justice. I got a good walk, talk and canter on him and had started some lateral work.
I had also started him over obstacles:
I was lucky enough to find a great place for him with experienced horsemen. The latest news is he's going back to the friend who sent him to me! She just bought 40 acres and is building her dream farm and wants to give him a forever home so I feel really good about that. Of course I still miss him and Rocky was heartbroken for a few weeks but he has really bonded to Blossom and more to me.
Yes, horses are especially emotional animals. And the wear their heart on their sleeve. I once saw an old gelding try to crawl underneath his companion who had passed away. Spend time observing them and you will see their emotions change often. A pin of the ears at a pasture mate saying "Go away, I don't want you around", a young horse approaching a more senior member of the herd "clapping" her lips saying "don't hurt me, I'm a baby". When training we can use these emotions to our advantage if we learn how to read and control them.
Also, since we've spoke, I took Rocky to a local show and, (brag), we won the English Equitation Championship and placed in the English Pleasure. Not bad for the, fat, old lady! Even pinned better than a professional. Huddy kept saying "you beat the guy, she beat the guy". I wasn't going to show but my friend (with whom I always have fun) talked me into it. I tell ya, I now remember why I don't show anymore, it's a lot of work!
We've done a lot of work on the homestead and I'll try to keep up again and we'll talk soon......
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