Run Free!

It was warm and I decided to let everyone out and enjoy the sunshine.  I threw open all their stalls and the mares took off in a burst of speed ... sometimes Morgan led the pack, sometimes Wasabi. By the time Majesty figured out how to get out of his stall, everyone else was settling down.  Rhulain decided to play and got everyone to run down the driveway and back (letting Majesty lead) before they started milling about looking for snacks.  

I love watching them run about, kicking up their heels, and reveling in their pure joy.

Rhulain kicks up her heels

29 minutes - 1.05 miles - Rhulain and Luppy

 Morgan smiled when she figured out she wasn't going on a walk today.  Rhulain yawned at the prospect of hanging out with me.  I explained Luppy would be coming as well so she perked up.

Caught Luppy in a not-so-graceful stride (she seems embarrassed)

 Rhulain is so gorgeous, even her shadow is stunning

 We went up dunes, down dunes, and around dunes 

Then we started heading home ... notice what's missing in the second picture?  A lead rope.  I unhooked her to see what she'd do ... she walked peacefully beside me all the way to the gate. Love you Rhu!

Once she got in the gate, she called out and all the dogs came running.  She led them on a merry chase ... and then ...

she got the other horses involved.  

Can't wait to try that run under saddle!

Visiting the Neighbors

Tuesday, August 19th  60 minute ride  90°
Rode with Bill & Majesty

Hmm, those two look less than enthusiastic about the path I chose. Don't worry, they had more fun as we went along. 

Rode by a friend of ours to see how his yearling and mare were doing. They are so adorable!

A little farther on, we visited a friend named "Colt."

Decided to turn on some speed coming down the driveway...

Ready Morgan?  Go girl!

Love how she's staring at Bill