Yearly Archives: 2009
Wild West – 20 days
| May 4, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Wild West 50 is only 20 days away! I must admit I’m getting a bit “cocky”. I have the fittest horse I’ve ever had who is in beautiful condition. I am hitting my running mileage goals for the first time in 2 years. AND I feel my riding is better than ever before! What could […] more
Rain and more Rain
| May 4, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
On Saturday I dragged my poor unsuspecting sister out of bed to join me on a morning trail ride. I should explain. On every trail ride that has threatened rain that I have taken her along, has cleared up just in time for the ride. I’m sure she thought her “sunny” optimism was going to […] more
To be or not to be?
| May 1, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
I’m off to a poker ride this weekend with family and friends. My first organized non-endurance event! What to be (or not to be)? Option A: wannabe cowgirl The look: tight jeans, knee high cowboy boots (with hearts!), belt with buckle, helmet optional (I have a cool hat), little western shirt, and just possibly, some […] more
And one more…
| April 29, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Last post of the day – promise! Here is a riveting article on a racetrack vet. With the Kentucky Derby coming up this weekend, this is a good read. Well written and doesn’t follow the typical angle that these types of articles generally do. more
Another look at goals
| April 29, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
Check out Laura’s post today on goals. I must say that since I was unexpectadly downsized to one horse, I do feel less guilt. I don’t feel guilty if I don’t ride, there’s always tomorrow. If I want to spend time grooming, I do because there isn’t another horse in it’s pen demanding my attention. […] more
Mariposa After Action Report
| April 29, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
To my Fellow CHAS Reenactors: Friday night was predicted to be CRISP – as in frosty, cold, blow clouds with your breath – crisp. As a “local event” for me (1 hour 10 minute drive) I decided to spend Friday night in a warm bed with warm fuzzy kitty cats. My family and friends did […] more
A horse’s night vision
| April 29, 2009 | Posted by Melinda under Uncategorized |
“There is one area in which the equine eye is definitely superior to the human eye–night vision. Generally speaking, a horse’s night vision is a good 50% better than a human’s… Why? Because the equine eye contains a reflective panel on its retina. This panel pulls in what little light is available at night, enabling […] more
