Back in the saddle again

It was a great thrill to walk in the barn and have Blu greet me. He put his head down and encouraged me to scratch under his forelock. I then took him out and brushed through a cloud of white hair. We then had a nice ride and he was only too happy to accept every last treat I shared.

While I was away the barn manager's assistant pulled his mane, washed his tail and cleaned his sheath. Am I lucky or what?All the jobs I did not want to do were completed for me! He was well cared for during my absence!

We are doing a clinic with Rita Brown on Saturday. It should be interesting since I will have only rode twice before the day. I will have fun and it is always helpful to get feedback from such a great clinician.