Welcome to blog! I started it in 2020 to chart my recovery from breaking my ankle (hence the name). I guess no-one saw a global pandemic coming. It's turned into a place where I can talk about the things happening in my life, my horse and my cats. Enjoy!
So here the thing that has the biggest positive effect on my mental health! And he’s completely oblivious to how much he helps me. He’s far too busy stuffing his face.
This little boy gets me out of bed on a bad day. He keeps me going when things look bleak. He motivates me to work hard. He’s made so many of my dreams come true. He makes my heart melt. He makes me smile.
And because of him, I’ve met so many amazing people, had some incredible experiences and made memories I’ll never forget.
Back home after a lovely weekend away with my wonderful friends, Simon and Harry. It’s always good catching up with them, their horses and dogs.
Till next time boys.
I’m in puppy heaven. I got to meet these two gorgeous little boys. Even more reasons to come and visit now. As if I needed any more reasons to come and visit.
I had a rather windy lesson today. It was hard to hear Lewis at times. Thankfully Buddy wasn’t too bothered by it. Well for the most part.
I’ve entered some Arena Eventing so today we jumped a mix of show jumps and more XC style ones. He set up a corner and some cool lines.
Couple of interesting moments. Particularly when the green astroturf flapped while we were jumping a rather large oxer. I definitely got impulsion! Perhaps we need to wind assisted more often!
Headed over to meet my ‘Happy Camper’ ladies this afternoon. It was great to catch up with them. They’re definitely part of my tribe. I came away feeling so loved, appreciated and very grateful.
I know I’ve said it before, but I am truly blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life.
I had to pop over to the feed store afterwards and saw these deer on the way back. I stopped to take a photo. I felt equally blessed that I spotted them. What a stunning view. I’ve been very much in my head the past few days, so it was good to look around and admire the beauty all around us.
Now I’m a very intelligent woman (or so I’ve been told), but I’m still baffled by which bin goes out each week. Seems I’m not alone in this as I frequently look out and see a selection of bins out around the close. Today was even more confusing as they were all collected!
Got a letter to say they’re changing the weeks that bins are collected. Clearly the bin men got a bit overwhelmed by it all as I got back to find my bins scattered over the driveway. I nearly drove over the food waste bin.
Made me giggle as I had to do some interesting manoeuvres onto the driveway. Still not sure what bin goes out next week. Will cross that bridge next Sunday…
The world feels rather odd again. Lots of uncertainty about. Changes afoot. And confusion around. I’m getting used to it as it feels like a bit of an undertone for the past few years.
The parental tag-team is on again. My Dad is poorly at the moment. So all healing vibes gratefully received.
One thing that never changes is the smile Buddy puts on my face. Especially after popping some jumps in the Autumn sunshine.
And so it begins! Buddy’s summer coat has blown. Spent ages grooming him today and there’s still a ton more to come out. He is officially moulting. Which means it won’t be long till he needs clipping.
I’m going to go through his rugs this weekend and work out what’s what. Last winter he trashed a few so not sure what’s good and what needs fixing. Good job I’m handy with a sewing needle.
There’s something very satisfying about fixing something. And stripping his coat. Reckon I’ve got enough to stuff a small cushion.
The twig burner has been called into action today. It’s been rather cold. And it seems I have one too!
Woke up feeling rather under the weather (where does that phrase come from?!). Still managed to get stuff down but at a slightly slower pace. Blooming germs. I really don’t like being ill. Thankfully it’s just a cold so will pass soon.
At least the twig burner has made my little house feel toasty, cozy and warm. And that makes me very happy.
Took my friend Colette over to Peter Beales Roses for her birthday outing. We had a lovely lunch, then wandered round the garden and garden centre.
It was a bit chilly, but we managed to avoid the showers. Lots of the roses may have gone over, but there was still a lot to see.
As a child, I was brought up with birthday outings. I’m so glad that I can continue this tradition with my friends too.
Tales, Tails and Talus 