Thursday, December 22, 2011

Violet Gets Softer


Here is some July 10th footage and photos of Emily working with Violet.  From the very first moment that Emily stepped up to her, Violet brought her best spirit to the task.  And this work was not easy for her.  She never had formal training, so learning how to carry herself, be soft and supple and engaged and balanced is not easy.  But each time Emily rode her, I could see the difference.  And I can feel the difference too when I ride her -- she's plain softer and more obliging and I can feel her trying to learn new tasks!  She wants to be a high quality dressage and hunter horse!