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!
I went over to pick up the collection pots from the East Anglian Air Ambulance today.
Having witnessed the vital work they do firsthand on Sunday, I’m even more determined to raise as much money as we can for them. I have to admit, I was a little overwhelmed by the bucket at first. That’s a lot of pennies! Assuming people still carry cash?!
These will be used at the Area Dressage over the weekend. And at our club show. Fingers crossed for a good turn out at both.
I went over to pick up the collection pots from the East Anglian Air Ambulance today.
Having witnessed the vital work they do firsthand on Sunday, I’m even more determined to raise as much money as we can for them. I have to admit, I was a little overwhelmed by the bucket at first. That’s a lot of pennies! Assuming people still carry cash?!
These will be used at the Area Dressage over the weekend. And at our club show. Fingers crossed for a good turn out at both.
Back home after a very long day commentating at the Riding Club ODE at Poplar Park. It’s the fourth time I’ve been asked to commentate and run XC Control, so must be doing something right.
It’s great fun. Stressful at times. Today Helen Elizabeth Barnes and I saw most things. From a jump broken by the second rider on course, to a loose horse jumping the course in reverse and ending up back in the start box. Sadly we also had to hold the competition while we waited for the Air Ambulance to land and take off again. Thankfully the rider was released from hospital earlier.
This year, they’d introduce a 70cm class. This was a great addition so hope they keep it.
There weren’t as many combinations as in previous years. I wonder if the heat put a lot of people off. There was a lovely cooling breeze and the course was riding really well.
It’s very inspiring watching the competitors come through the finish line with big smiles on their faces.
I am now all talked out (a miracle I hear you cry). And ready for my bed. The past week has been very long days and lots of driving. I’m sure I’ll sleep well tonight.
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…
Tales, Tails and Talus 