I admit I like to dress up a bit for riding. I'm a polo shirt (or blouse) tucked in, belt, nice breeches kind of girl. I have so many belts I don't dare count them, and I always want more. If I can make my colors match somewhat with my horse's outfit for the day, even better.
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| Holy cow |
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| Prisoner gives a head nod |
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| Pony snuggles |
Not only did Prisoner and I have matching outfits on Saturday, he was a boss. Yep, again. He walk, trot, cantered, and even started to really understand stretchy trot. I was thrilled, and
Sprinklerbandit even mentioned how nice he looked. It was a really fun day with her and
Micaylah, tack store and riding adventures abounded.
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| Woah I have got to fix that mane |
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| Him trying to be crazy and pull...teddy bear style |
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| And the other way |
His trot is swingier than it was in fall and his canter is more settled. In fact on Sunday we did sitting trot to sitting canter and he was much more comfortable with me sitting the canter than he ever has been before. I even had to push him forward for a little more canter instead of constantly trying to slow down.
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| WOWWOWWOW! |
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| Starting to stretch |
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| Adjustable head set |
While I don't think that Prisoner really cares if we match, I am a believer in the old George Morris adage that you should always dress for success as it will give you a more serious mindset which will lead to more productive riding. I know that he would roll over in horror about these colors...but we must remember I event. My tack is clean, my shirt is tucked (under my jacket), my horse is clean. No worries, if I'm ever lucky enough to ride with Mr. Morris it will be all navy and tan and white on me and my horse!
