Today is a Day of Shite (rain and wind) so Daisy had an indoor riding lesson from her trainer, Bjørn Roar Larsen.
She started off by riding Taktur, her 6 year old Icelandic stallion.
First they warmed up on a loose rein.
Then work on walk.
Tölt – this is not a particularly easy gait for Taktur but he can do it if asked nicely.
Trot (I love Taktur’s trot – it is beautiful and the photos do not nearly do it justice).
And then a big fat well-done.
Next up was Kappi – Daisy’s competition horse. He had been waiting patiently in the wings.
Again, warming up on a loose rein.
Then trot
Tölt – Kappi has the a lovely tölt. He really motors.
(they did canter but my camera had run out of steam by then so I missed it. They also worked on both reins and did masses of walk which, again, I managed to miss.)
And breathe.
Daisy worked hard with her horses while it poured with rain and blew a gale outside.
I watched with Little Miss Sulky.
Or Little Miss Abject Misery as she goes by these days. She does do the most dejected face.
❦ ✰ ❤︎ ✤ ❀ ❋ ❄︎ ✬ A Thought ✬ ❄︎ ❋ ❀ ✤ ❤︎ ✰ ❦
Oh, by the way, does anyone want me to do the Advent Calendar for this year?
Let me know and I will create if requested.
Advent calendar please!!!
Both Daisy’s horses have beautiful trots. Dressage!!!
Oh Frances! Christmas wouldn’t be right without your wonderful advent calendar. I do so look forward to each day. Please, oh please?
(Thank you)
Lovely pictures and a big fat YES to the advent calendar please
Ooh, yes please. Loved your last years’ calendar. I’m sure Little Miss Abject Misery will perk up come supper time.
Yes, please, to Advent Calendar.
You must be so utterly pleased to have the indoor school. Large indoor spaces for animals are vital in that climate.
I would absolutely love an advent calendar for this year!
Yes please to the advent calendar Frances xx
Well, it was nice to see two horses and Daisy get a work out as I missed my lesson due to the arena being closed (as well as the round pen). Trainer took Smokey Robinson (he came to me as a “Smokey” and we the “Robinson” part; however, he does not sing, though he does talk on occasion.
Great photos and love the dog. Perfect for a rainy, downright awful day! MMR
Sorry – the true reason for writing is I’ve no idea about your Advent Calendar, but please advise as to what it is (I do know it has to do with the days leading up to Christmas, thank you), but no idea what you put together for the content.
I say, go for it. There must be enough people who want whatever artistry you do! MMR
Sorry, I should’ve explained.
the Advent Calender is situate at the top of the blog. Click on the appropriate date number and up pops a photo. It may take slightly longer to show because of its format but it is given free to you for your own personal use.
enjoy xx
Advent calendar, yes please.
Thank you!
I look forward to your Advent Calendar — yes, please! Daisy is so lucky to be able to ride these beautiful horses and have a great trainer. Sulky or not, BeAnne is a sweetheart! Perhaps she wants to ride/sleep on a horse again?
Yes please, I would so appreciate an Advent calendar. Thank you
I love your advent calendar, so yes please!
I need me an Advent Calendar of your many critters. Starting or ending with Madame Sulks in Wet!
Hi — Is there an address to which I can send money to help with the care and upkeep, or do you not wish to have donations?
Great website and you’re a really good photographer! I love all this little ones.
https://myshetland.co.uk/minion-friends/ – thank you.
I take on their responsibility knowing the cost but anything is a huge help and appreciated.