I just got done house/pet sitting for a friend of mine. I can easily say this is my most interesting gig as she has a plethora of animals ranging from horses, pigs, a sheep, to dogs, and a gecko. It is also exciting because we trade services instead of being paid. She has given me horseback riding lessons and the opportunity to go riding whenever I want in exchange for my house sitting for her. Many of the readers who know me well, know this is a dream come true! When I was a little girl I used to write stories about a young girl who lived on a dude ranch with nothing but horses and got to ride them all day long. I would draw pictures of a little blond girl riding horses everywhere. Also, when we would go on our annual St. George trips with my family, the one thing I would always insist on, is horseback riding. Horses have always been my favorite animal and I have always wanted to be a savvy rider and to someday have my own horse(s). So getting connected into this community so conveniently has been awesome!!
I have been riding my friend's horse Poco (this is the same lady who has all the other animals I just mentioned) and I think I can say I am to a point where I ride comfortably on my own! I can set up the saddle and reins, trot, and lope without outside assistance!! And when I ride, I feel completely in my element. I remember the first time I rode without fear, I said to myself "This is it." So THANK YOU to my friend who has allowed me to ride with her! I have included a few pictures of Poco and me and some of the other gang I house/pet sat for too! They are so fun.
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| Poco and me! She is a Morgan and a great horse. |
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| Riley (the Quarter Horse) and Ellie the pig |
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| Snowflake |
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| Jazz | |
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| Harley, the foster boy |
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