I was privileged to get to horseback ride again yesterday. It’s been a bit. I love it so much. It’s so beautiful and peaceful out there. The horses have sweet and fun personalities. Yesterday I rode with my friend Becca, Karen who owns the ranch, and Allison and young Lexi, safety riders.
It was perfect weather. I rode Max who has one speed and is very safe and predictable other than not liking cows. I require steps to get up there and the straps on the shortest they can go which still leaves my toes in the stirrups.
The land is amazing. We wind through open grassy areas, woods, across and in creeks. We are accompanied by Harley, Ginger and Blue, ranch dogs who run out ahead and back to check on us, swim in the creeks, and attempt to chase cows. We chat some and also ride in silence, listening to the birds.
Yesterday we had a little excitement as the cows got out and into our path. The dogs got them riled up and a mama cow got protective. karen and Lexi had to ride ahead to try to round them up, leaving us to ride back with Allison. We were well into our ride and feeling confident so all went well. My muscles get a bit sore and my bum stays a bit sore after but not bad at all.
We end with helping take the saddles off and brushing down the horses and giving them treats. Horses get sweaty! They loved being brushed and treated. I think they enjoy the ride also.
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