I'm not sure where this leaves us going forward. Everything else on the barn's schedule through the end of June is rated, and far away. I don't think anyone thinks it's a good idea for both of our first time showing over fences to be in a rated Starter event - that's a lot of money (like the equivalent of a month of board for me) to gamble with that we'll actually finish. I'd like to hold off on rated until we're going BN, which could have been by the end of the summer depending on how the first half went. Things usually get added to the calendar here and there through the year, but I can't plan on anything that's not on their calendar since I don't have a trailer.
So...that's that. Have some photos from Return of the Swamp Monster: Part II from yesterday's ride.
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| My hobby: taking unflattering photos of my horse. Also, who stands like that with their hind legs crossed, besides neurological cases and my horse? |
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| Summer coat's comin'. |
Bummer! Here's to another opportunity coming up soon!
ReplyDeleteAnd so sorry for you loss.
Something will figure out, for sure.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that, but you're so right saying family comes first, even if it breaks your heart at the time
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your husband's grandpa, and the missed show. I wonder if there is anyone in your area looking to attend the same sorts of events as you who'd be happy to have someone to split expenses with? I realize it's not as ideal as having the support of your trainer and barn mates, though.
ReplyDeleteOh no, I'm sorry to hear that. Hope another showing opportunity will come up.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your husband's grandpa :( And for your first show :( :(
ReplyDeleteConner's glowing eyes=creepy swamp monster for sure!!
But he is still super cute, especially with his crossed legs.
Oh no...so sorry to hear! I'm sure something will come up!
ReplyDeletePity Party warranted. And my condolences on your families loss.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss, Jen. I was looking forward to watching you and Connor kick butt Saturday!
ReplyDeleteCan your trainer take him? Not ideal but maybe he could get out even if you can't. So disappointing!
ReplyDelete:( I'm sorry. It sucks to make the right decisions and I feel you on the "no trailer" thing.
ReplyDeleteLeg Up is an unrecognized starter event in July, CAF holds unrecognized starter HTs in June and October as well as CTs, derbys, and hunter paces(basically a chose your own XC course) almost monthly.
ReplyDeleteSorry Hun:(. I looked forward to seeing you and Conner. If we were closer I'd for sure haul you guys to a ct.
ReplyDeleteSorry for your families loss. There will be other shows and I am sure you and Connor will kick even more butt with the extra prep time! :)
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