KENNA'S JOURNEY SO FAR...
It is the season of snow, mud, sprains, strains and tossing shoes like its a job! Normally the barn we work out of moves for the winter to facilities that have indoor arenas so we do not have to reduce training days. This season that has not happened for a variety of reasons outside our control so training days are reduced to those times when the outdoor arena is not to muddy or the weather is mild.
Time off....is a GOOD THING for most horses and REALLY important for horses with histories like Kenna! During the down times we work on connection...grooming, taking walks around the property and just spending "non work" time together. This encourages connection and communication. It reminds the horse that the human is a source of POSITIVE things and that being around them is a really good deal.
Kenna is getting fit and putting on some much needed muscle. She is not as afraid of the bit, and is growing more confident as she unpacks her baggage and learns to be a good equine partner. She is showing her personality and confidence more too. We have some fun plans for her training as the seasons change and we hope to be exposing her to new places and new experiences!
It is a journey, not a race!
Kenna was an unexpected blessing to say the least. She has a good mind and a willing heart. At this stage of her journey we could not ask for anything more. Hard to believe that in just three days, we will be at the three month mark.
It is a journey, not a race...and the journey is beautiful.
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