MEGAN: My morning was spent setting up and helping out with the clinic, as well as taking care of Simba. Because today was Mica’s day off, I was in charge of her barn which would prove to be rather dangerous. I warmed Timmy up for Nikki, being sure he was in front of my leg. If there is one thing I am learning, it is that forward is very important. Timmy was easy to cool off and put away, so after doing a quick job for Annie, I got to watch the clinic (with George Williams). Important points:
*In the half pass, point the chest or forehead on the line before doing the movement.
*Renvere to counter canter from the walk- straight, not in renvere- is a good exercise
*No indirect rein in half pass- it only blocks the shoulder
*Having a ground person is important
*Walk pirouettes indicates a rider’s talent and teachability
After quiche for lunch, I hacked Simba at the walk. He felt better, still not right, and Heather found a pulse in his LF fetlock, so I poulticed his feet. He will also get them done tomorrow if all goes as planned. In taking care of Mica’s barn, I squirted SMZ tablets in my eyes and quite nearly tripped over 3 bags of feed in the feedroom. Dangerous, indeed! Once home, we all helped Lendon unload her car with stuff from the clinic and I did a tempo run. After a small dinner and shower, I filled out show entries. Good news- they can all be shipped off tomorrow!!! Yay! One less thing to worry about- at least for awhile.
SIMBA: My legs are still sore. Mom just walked me today. We got to walk outside, along the roads which run throughout the farm. Though I was a bit ouchy, the hack was wonderful. Being outside in the nice, breezy air was glorious, especially after spending a long night in my stall. After the walk, I got my lunch and just rested in my stall. Right after dinner, Mom packed some nice, cool poultice into my feet. Now they feel great! I am going to sleep, with my feet feeling wonderful!
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