Well after all the snow, rain and wind we finally got out to play. My confidence was low and Tia has been very dominant for a while now, so that is what we set out to sort today with Cathys help.
With Janines lesson tomorrow I knew I had to get to grips with my lack of confidence as she always asks us to touch our horses all over first, then place all 4 feet... I would rather play with Tia before I attempt any of that so Cathy and I played with circles and porcupine to help Tia overcome her need to defend her space. Very interesting that she quickly relaxed into circles and it was so easy for me to recognise! Porcupine was so good after that as well, on her left side... more circles then I could touch her right side as well. In the afternoon session we had the saddle on, but unfortunately it started to rain... again. But still a great day :0)
We made a 13 week plan of everything we need to do to be riding at Easter, so no need to think about it now, it's there in black and white.
Good job on the plan Cheryl. Look forward to following your progress!
ReplyDelete~ Beth, Parelli Central