you know, I rode for years (dressage/hunt seat), had subscriptions to riding magazines for years, and I'm *still* clueless as to what exactly English Pleasure means.I think English Pleasure is code for don't criticize me, for I am clueless and just want to have fun. Or, mmm, tortured Wesley, gimme.
I've been reading your discussion with Plei about riding. I only rode a handful of times, few enough times that although I'm familiar with some of the terms you're using, I couldn't explain the differences. That's something I've always regretted not doing. I will have to talk to Scott about trying to find a place to take the kids, to give it a whirl. I think they would love it, and that it would be good for them, too.Oh, I learned so many different styles long ago and then mooshed them all together that now I have to check with the instructor to see if I am supposed to be neck reining, leg reining (hello mr. bruising) or what. The horses are better trained than I am by far. But it's fun!
stirrup leather. . . probably what you meanYes! And they are evil when they twist and you don't notice it right away. The bruise pattern is interesting though. It looks like someone hurled gumballs at the bottom of my thigh. Some are bruise colored, some are redder than a bruise and hard like knots.
After it was over, I hyperventilated, when I was alone, upstairs. I started to again, when I was talking to my mother on the phone. Once I understood his explanation, I felt a little better, though.(edit: weird, Phoenix ate my reply)
I am glad you are feeling better. That boy is giving *me* gray hair and I only read about these things. Deep breaths...
Bai Yun’s new cub can be seen inside the yellow square.Let the panda camming frenzy begin. Once the baby panda is big enough to actually be seen without the yellow square.
how do people store their jewelry?I hang my necklaces on the wall. I can see them all and they stay untangled.