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!
This afternoon I got pugged! Popped over to some friends to see their new place. It was fab to catch up.
I seemed to be a bit of a hit with their dogs as all of them sat with me. Bit too much of a hit with one of their pugs as I got humped. Again.
What can I say, it must be my animal magnetism!?! If only I could attract men as easily…
Popped over to Blackwater to catch up with the campers at T&N Equestrian’s camp. It was great catching up with everyone. It really got me in the camp vibe. Two more sleeps till Buddy and I head off to camp ourselves.
There were Dressage RC Area Qualifiers over there too so I caught up with even more people. Ended up grooming for a friend.
And collected two of the three rosettes I won last weekend at the SJ RC Area Qualifiers. I’ve had time to reflect on it more. To go to our first SJ RC Area Qualifiers and come back with three rosettes is pretty good going.
And we’ve qualified for the Championship in September too. Maybe we’re not that bad after all.
This came up on my memories today. It was true then and it’s true now. I’m so grateful to have so many wonderful people in my life. No man is an island they say. And it’s very true. We need good people in our corner. To lift us up, to cheer us on and to celebrate with us.
I’ve had to learn how to ask for help. And accept it. It’s not always been easy. I do try to help others but sometimes feel awkward asking in return.
So if you’re reading this. Thank you for being there and for being you. I appreciate each and every one of you.
It’s 4 weeks today till Buddy and I head off to our ‘big camp’. Today I met up with 3 fellow campers to chat all things camp.
I love taking Buddy to training camps. It’s not just the learning or spending time with him. It’s about spending time with like-minded people (who don’t roll their eyes when you talk horses).
This photo sums up the fun we have. I’m very excited. Just need to get Buddy sound again.
Speaking of Buddy, he’s not a fan of a poultice as he took it off overnight. Attempt number 2 done tonight, so fingers crossed that stays on.
What a fab horsey day out at Houghton Hall. Feeling very inspired watching the action. Also feeling a tad tired after walking 6.5 miles round the course. Though I was ‘sausage dog’ assisted as I was towed round for a lot of it. Well when he wasn’t humping my leg. 🤦🏻♀️ What can I say, it’s my animal magnetism…?!
I shall sleep well tonight for sure! 😴
Popped to Suffolk yesterday after my lesson to spend some time with Simon and Harry. While they were getting tacked up for a hack, I sat contemplating life. Bit deep for a Monday I know.
There have been so many ups and downs in my life. But there are two constants – good friends and horses. I met Simon through horses. In fact, I’ve met so many people through horses. Many of them have become good friends.
Horses are the commonality. The friendships develop from there. Today got me thinking how many of my friends I’ve made because of a shared love of horses…
First ODE of the year. But as a groom to these gorgeous boys at Poplar Park.
I got up at 4:44am and left my friend’s yard at 4:44pm. Spooky! Fuelled by caffeine, good company and horse slober, the day flew by.
I am pooped now. Aching from walking over 5 miles (and they say the horse does all the work). Yet beaming from ear to ear!
I love a horsey outing.
This came up on my memories today. Not sure what was going on when I posted this 7 years ago. But it’s just as true today.
So much is out of our control. Having faith (whatever that looks like to you) can be really hard. Especially when things are wobbling. I’m spinning a lot of plates, it’s inevitable that some will wobble from time to time.
Let’s face it, sometimes you just need to put the world to right with some good friends, not take yourself too seriously and do the things you love.
Today I met up with my longest serving friend Debbie. We met when I was 4, so have been friends almost 50 years.
We headed over to the local leisure centre for a coffee and trip down memory lane. We used to play in the playground next door.
We used to have a lot of fun playing in the stream, including climbing through the drainage tunnels under the road. It’s got bars across it now. We didn’t really have health and safety in the 70s. Simpler times I guess.
Back home from a lovely weekend with Simon and Harry. It’s always good for my soul to spend time with them.
These little beauties were scattered over their path. Along with some stunning snowdrops. Spring is on its way. And that makes me very happy indeed.
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