Friday 2 January 2009
First play session of 2009 was pretty good.

I'm still rather puzzled how to balance the ball/chair (newer level 2 concept of the porcupine game) and also how to improve her driving on her right side. Hmm, how interesting! :)
She's getting much better with the friendly game and is less resistant when I touch her face, at times she will even check in when I put my hand on her cheek or under her forelock.

Diane brought over a friend and her young children to see Molly and they were doing usual kids stuff; darting from here to there, jumping around and making loud noises. It was good desensitisation for Lily but I honestly nearly had a heartattack when one of them ran behind Lily despite numerous warnings. Thankfully she just got a bit introverted rather than boot him into the next village. Phew, crisis averted and a new thing I need to get her used to; little people!

2009 is going to be a great year, I know it! Lily and I are going to go from strength to strength, I will focus on being a better leader and, without sounding too predatory, I'd like to be in level 3 groundskills this year. It might be overly optimistic, but it might also be achievable, what I know is that I'm going to try my hardest to be the human Lily has always wanted.
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I started Parelli in January 2008 and it has been an incredible journey so far.
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    I am owned by this gorgeous piebald cob mare, Lily. She's an interesting character, fun to play with and is a great teacher.

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    It's not about disposable horses; it's about relationships for life.
    It's not about quick fixes and artificial aids, it's about savvy; true understanding and expertise.
    It's not about winning and others losing; It's about win-win: you and the horse need to feel good.
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