Circles

I have been enjoying riding Bella so much. I love being back in the saddle. Nina & I go out to ride most days. I have been sore, more sore, can't ride sore, back to sore, but it is a good sore right! ha

Bella & I are trotting now, which is good. I'm having a little trouble keeping her on a circle. Bella obviously hates doing circles and I'm going to have to convince her that it really isn't that bad ha1

Riding Bella is sooo different than Sonny. Son made me look good & with Bella I actually have to ride. I have learned that you really have to hold her head with not only your hands but your legs as well.

Even though I hate getting in the horses mouth, If you want Bella to stop you have to get in there a little.

She is a stubborn thing but I love her & I have so much fun riding her. It is terrific to be riding again & enjoying it.

I also think I have Sonny's seal of approval. He does come to the arena's edge sometimes to watch, but I think he is so thrilled that it is Bella & not him. He has earned his retirement.