I can't remember whether I posted that Richard has been having riding lessons. He used to have lessons a few years ago, but fell off, hurt his back and lost all confidence. Well, we've decided to go to the Camargue for a long weekend (not booked yet) to a gorgeous hotel, also a working farm, where you have the opportunity to ride out and herd the bulls. He decided he was going to have to be able to ride as otherwise he'd miss out, so started lessons a few weeks ago. He also got on Sennie last weekend- no pics unfortunately. 
Well, after his last lesson, when he walked trotted and cantered three times in the school, his RI told him he's no longer a beginner, but has graduated to being a "novice". So, he's been moved into the novice class. I'm really proud of him.
He can't get a lesson next week as the class is full on alternate weeks, so looks like my little 15hh section d will have the joy of carrying 6ft 3 in 14 stone OH. I'm determined to get the video working after enjoying Whatanejit's video clips so much, so watch this space.
He does say one of the things he likes about riding lessons is the horse is ready for him when he gets there. When I let him on Sennie, he has to earn his ride by helping muck out, clean buckets etc. Nothing like a bit of willing slavery.
Well, after his last lesson, when he walked trotted and cantered three times in the school, his RI told him he's no longer a beginner, but has graduated to being a "novice". So, he's been moved into the novice class. I'm really proud of him.
He can't get a lesson next week as the class is full on alternate weeks, so looks like my little 15hh section d will have the joy of carrying 6ft 3 in 14 stone OH. I'm determined to get the video working after enjoying Whatanejit's video clips so much, so watch this space.
He does say one of the things he likes about riding lessons is the horse is ready for him when he gets there. When I let him on Sennie, he has to earn his ride by helping muck out, clean buckets etc. Nothing like a bit of willing slavery.
