Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Does the H in 4H stand for Horse?


Alayna has anxiously been awaiting this year in 4H--the first year she can be involved in the horse project. She's been working with her horse, Chloe, at home 2-4 times a week and she's been doing so well. The first few times, she wasn't comfortable with me letting go of the lead-rope. Now, I don't even lead her at all. She and Chloe are both getting more comfortable with one another--Alayna's learning to properly tell Chloe what she wants, without confusing her or hurting her (even though that's all inadvertent) and Chloe's learning that she can't get away with things when Alayna's on her back. They are learning a mutual respect of one another, which is exactly what you want between a horse and rider.
This past Friday was the first beginner's clinic of the year. A stable that helps the 4H project devoted Friday to first- and second-year horse members, so they could have a dedicated time to get comfortable with their horses, the grounds, and riding without the presence of the more experienced riders. Alayna did a fantastic job. She was one of only two students who didn't need extra help during the night, and she also kept Chloe in control when another horse got spooked right in front of her. Alayna also did a great job of reminding Chloe who was boss when Chloe saw where the gate was at the end of the session--she decided she was done but Alayna kept her going past the gate 3 times before they left.
Andy and I couldn't be more proud of how well she did not only on Friday night, but how well she's done with all her work with Chloe. Together they are shaping up to be quite a team.
Alayna and Chloe go trotting by

3 comments:

Carol said...

This is so fun to read about... I had just a short little set of riding lessons back when I was 12...how I would have loved to REALLY ride horses, let alone have one of my own! I'll relive my dreams through Alayna. : ) Great job, Alayna!

Heather Forcey said...

That is awesome that she did so well at that first practice! Shows what a good teacher she has in you, Mom! I can only imagine how proud you are! Reading about all of your 4H stuff brings back so many memories for me. I didn't do horses, but I sure enjoyed my years in 4H.

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