Not so Fast

Well I guess I got ahead of myself. I rode That Mare (Holly) on Saturday and it did not go as well as I hoped it would. Now, I don't know if it was my fault, or if it is because Holly and Maybe are both badly in season. I am leaning towards the latter but I believe that my riding contributed to the awfulness. She was much too forward and seemed bouncier than usual which made it hard for me to sit quietly. My bouncing in turn, I am sure, contributed more to her swiftness and it was just a vicious cycle. I did use the gag bit but it really did not seem to help. We cantered even though the trotting had not been pleasant. Happliy the canter was much better. She was not relaxed but at least didn't rocket off like at the trot. When I first got on she wanted to go visit Maybe and did not want to go into the field. During the ride she kept pulling towards the gate whenever we neared it and that is not normal for her. As soon as we were done and exited the field she nickered at Maybe and beelined straight for her. That was my clue. They are in love with each other when they are in season, which is every three weeks. I will ride her again soon to see if I can determine if that is what's making her so fussy at times.

Till next time.