Post Holiday Ride

The forecast said "rain after 10am."  I dashed through morning chores and grabbed Cartman.

He was a little surprised.



I might as well chew the rope.



At the parking area

 About this time Michelle called to see if I wanted to ride!  Well, yes, I do, come join us!

A little warm up

A little trotting, and killing some time while we waited.

I got on and rode around in the sand. 

I was SO PROUD!!!!

No, its not a mistake.

 So, in case your wondering, why two pictures of Cartman just standing there?
Well, I was so happy with him, that's why!

Anyone that's ever had a five year old TB might understand, and I imagine anyone with youngster of any breed could understand.  He stood still for almost 5 minutes.  No fussing, no fidgeting, no noodling around.  Stock still.  Now this might sound very silly, but if you've ever had a horse that won't stand you know what an accomplishment this can be!

At this poind Michelle pulled up with her truck and trailer and we rode for a while.  I, as usual, got so distracted with chatting that I completely forgot to take any more pictures. 

So, I'll leave you with a pictorial description of why I haven't ridden, until today, for two whole weeks!

On the left, christmas reindeer.  On the right?  Aliens? The Chupacabra?

Final product.

Almost done.