Schoolmaster takes me to school.

Blu was terrific last night. Every ride is a lesson. I was blessed last night with no stiffness in my hips so I was able to let go and let my legs drop down. He is so attuned to the seat and leg. I could feel his response to my inside leg and half halt in the corners beautifully balancing. While being on his forehand is his favorite place to be, we did many transitions - walk/ halt, halt/trot, trot/ halt, trot/ canter, canter/ walk. over and over and over again. What a fabulous horse I had after that. Then we moved on to simple changes of lead. I thought about staying in the moment and riding each stride. It helped me and Blu was generous and correct with his response.

A good currying was in order after the ride so I scrubbed all the right spots for which he shows his gratitude by elongating his neck and sticking out his prehensile upper lip at the same time pushing his butt right up against the curry. He is really quite comical. He does not like all the blankets. I am sure it is something to get used to coming from Florida. He is a very good sport though.

Last evening's ride will have to hold me over since I would not be able to get to the barn to ride until after everyone had vacated the premises for the evening. I do not like riding alone... probably not the safest thing to do. Tomorrow is a new day and I look forward to the next adventure and the lessons Blu has to teach.