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!
Is Winter mad at us?! Or did we upset Spring?! The weather is as odd as I felt yesterday. I can’t say I feel 100% but definitely better than I was.
I looked out the window earlier and the snow / hail was swirling around. Is that what it’s like to be in a snow globe?! Amazing the thoughts that pop into your head sometimes.
I had boundless energy last night and like I could dance for hours. Today I woke up feeling like I had! The only way to describe it was a hangover. I felt woozy, wobbly and with no energy. All very odd. In fact I still feel a bit odd. Sure it’ll go soon enough. And trust me, it’s nothing like having a Covid.
Had a duvet day and took it really easy. Went to do my meal deliveries though. One of the chaps I deliver to gave me an Easter present. So sweet. Makes me realise how much they appreciate the delivery. They all said that they weren’t sure if they’d see me today. But we’re all very pleased they did.
A few photos from the Arena Eventing clinic on Saturday. So much love for this little boy! 😍
I know some people have felt ill after it, but I’m feeling full of energy after it. Very odd indeed.
Good job too as I spent the rest of the day cleaning out the shed, the greenhouse and starting off my seeds for this year.
Treated myself to a Chinese takeaway too. Happy Easter everyone!
Another day, another horsey outing. This time to Oxnead for a spot of Arena Eventing. It was a clinic run in aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance.
I couldn’t fault Buddy today. He felt amazing. Jumped everything, even off some of my directionally challenged lines. It was such fun!
Definitely feeling that we’re ready for competitions again. Bring it on…
It was a cold one today. The wind was bitter! After two busy days out, it was good to have a wander at home.
Oh my days, it was good to be back at Blackwater and XC schooling. It’s been 6 months since our last trip there.
There have been a few changes. The addition of a new practise jump was not to Buddy’s liking. Resulting in my sharp exit stage right. Slightly winded, I got back onboard and we got over it eventually. What is it about me and practice fences?!
After that he was such a good boy. We were both a bit rusty and it showed. Still there were lots of positives to take away from today.
I think I’ve earnt these today. After walking for 3 hours yesterday, I rode for 2 hours today. Burnt one or two calories I’m guessing.
Buddy and I popped our High Ash cherries today. Can’t believe it’s taken me so long to get there. Definitely worth the wait though.
The sun shone and so did Buddy. He took everything in his stride. Including his first encounter with pigs! He wasn’t bothered at all.
We were so busy chatting that I completely forgot to take a photo. Buddy loved it too. Especially the gallops.
Tales, Tails and Talus 