Equitation
Until
recently my record in the world of sports was unblemished
by success of any kind. I loathe playing basketball, softball
and tennis. Though I love water, I feel I swim with the grace
of a harpooned manatee. Volleyball, badminton, horseshoes
and croquet bore me. Skiing, Putt-Putt, rock climbing and
kayaking . . . too much time on the road just getting there!
And, though I've never played golf, I know I wouldn't stick
with it long enough to find the first ball I lost in the grass.
But all
these abortive attempts at sportsmanship are behind me, now.
I've discovered my sport: Equitation. I'm learning how to
ride!
This is Stuart. He is fleabit grey (not white). Stuart
is teaching me to post to the trot very nicely with
his smooth gait.
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These photos suck because I used a Polaroid, but this
is me walking Stuart. My position isn't very good since
my heels, shoulders and hips aren't in alignment, but
that's one of the many things I'm learning.
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Posing in the Riding Center. Isn't he a handsome boy?
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Evil Persistence
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