First, if you haven’t check out Equine Ink’s description of different types of horse people, run on over here and check it out. I’d say the endurance rider is spot on…. Here’s some pics for 20 MT (that is, I would say, a GREAT reason to post yet another 20 MT post). Sorry, I don’t […] more

While talking to Bethany (redgirl – my sister) on the phone the other night, she gave me the verdict.  NO MORE 20 MT POSTS.    Now, Bethany is the unfortunate (or rather fortunate?  I haven’t decided yet) sister that did NOT inherit the mental illness that IS my brand of radical horse love.  Even though […] more

But first….comment response!   Karen – yes it was me that ate your sandwich…..it was probably the best tasting sandwich that I have ever tasted.  Seriously.  I still dream of that sandwich.  LOL.  EVERYONE thinks my name is Mel-something.  Melissa is a popular choice.  If someone is having issues I usually just say “call me […] more

My boyfriend said something very insightful yesterday, and he is right as usual.   Me:  My horse looks wonderful!  I’m hurting like hell and feel perfectly awful. Still sick and dizzy and nauseous and close to passing out if I miss a meal.    Matt:  Mmmm…   Me:  Farley’s getting 2 weeks off!  I’m so […] more

Endurance Granny – Loop times The race was 2 loops – a 65 mile and a 35 mile.  Here’s a run down of the times and the pace, gaits, footing notes   Start: 6am   1st vet check, ~15 miles.  Came in at 8:30a, stayed 15 minutes.  Footing was mostly good, did a nice controlled […] more

The truck was just the start of my problems.  The only thing that went well during this race was the fact I got a completion (and have a happy, sound horse).  I feel like I had to struggle for every. little. thing. during this ride.  Me!  The ultra-prepared one!  Had to ask for help MULTIPLE […] more

OK – so the statement that “nothing went well” is an exaggeration.  There was SOME stuff did go well.  And some stuff that didn’t…..Here’s the last of my random thoughts for 20 MT.  If anyone has any questions, leave them in the comments and I’ll try to get to you via e-mail, or respond in […] more