This month has been pretty crazy, I didn't think I could
get any busier but I have.
The month started with highs and lows, Badminton kicked
everything off and was a fabulous experience, after the first day of dressage
we were lying 3rd. I have to admit to being disappointed with showjumping
penalties but Dayton then absolutely flew the cross country which was by far
the biggest question either of us have ever faced. I forgave him a little as
it was a great learning curve for both of us and we know now the bits that are
needing work and we will be working hard in the hope we are lucky enough to
qualify again in the future.
A bit of a change in scenery followed the next day; my
surgery - it was so lucky that the dates fitted perfectly around all of our
important fixtures. Needless to say I was a little nervous, although my foot
was giving me lots of issues and pain I had kind of learnt to live with it and
deal with it so the thought of the unknown unnerved me slightly. It was
definitely wasted worry, the operation was quick and I was back in the saddle
just over 24hrs later. It's amazing the difference having the screw removed has
made and I now feel like I'm firing on all cylinders again, at last!
The rest of this month has been focused on keeping
everyone consistent ahead of their respective qualifying classes, Ebolensky
made her competition comeback a seriously awesome experience! She has done two
shows and jumped two double clears and won a prize at both - it's so good to be back out on her. My
gorgeous young horse Henley made his competition debut at Port
Royal for unaffiliated. He showed enough to excite me and won a couple of
rosettes so I'm going to focus on his training while the older horses are busy
in competition and bring him out in registered competition later in the season.
Dressage diva Billionaire Z gained his last few points at novice level so we
have decided to give him a mini break ahead of the regionals, with two classes
we need him feeling fresh! Gott You J and Fleur T also collected their last
prelim points so roll on regionals now.
This next month sees my favourite part of the year really
get into motion. Some of the bigger shows that I really enjoy are getting very
close and by the end of June my eventing season will be in full swing. It's
such a relief to be back feeling fit and well and ready to hopefully win lots
of prizes!!
Look forwards to updating you on my progress next month.
Sam x
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