What great weekend! My life has been full to the brim with obligations, responsibilities, and STRESS! Last August before starting school we had a presenter come and talk to us about "emptying the cup" before trying to teach. I read his book and have tried to follow his advice within my own classroom. However, I forgot about my cup! Well, this weekend I emptied my cup. I think I will be able to be sane for the next week and it will probably be safer for everyone who has to work with me.
Friday was not only 11-11-11, but it was Shirley's 80th birthday! At 11:11, we were out on the trail. She said repeatedly it was the best way to spend her birthday. With all those elevens, I think this next year can be nothing but special for Shirley and since we are blessed to be part of her life--it will be special for us, too. I hope Lynn and I will be able to spend our 80th birthdays the same way--out riding the Hennessey--and even more, I hope we can all be horse camping on Alisa's 80th!
Saturday, we met up with Alisa and were introduced to Travlyn Chexs, also known as Keota. We spent a few hours at Swasey Creek riding the Meiner Loop and that starts with an L (?). It was Keota's first trip with us and Alisa's first time riding him away from his home territory and without his family. He saw bicycles and went through manzanita tunnels just fine. We found out he is a snorter when it comes to things he is unsure of! Other than reaching out to the behind of the horse in front of him, he was very good. He got a little nervous leading the string, but he did just fine. He is a beauty for sure. Our time together went by too quickly; but I am excited that we are going to try to ride all winter over in the Redding area where the weather is mild. Jupiter is getting new shoes this week, so we will be ready whenever we get the call.
We were back on the trail again Sunday--this time down and around the Hennessey. I thought maybe Jupes would be a little tired from two days of riding, but he wasn't tired enough to not have a little tantrum. He humped and jumped and kicked his feet out, but although I screamed (I guess like Lynn says, "a little girl") I stayed on and jerked him up and told him to "knock it off" and I got my way. He might be a pistol, but I am used to having my way, doggone it! (:
This ends my weekend--but I will tell the story of Lynn and the frog when I have more time.
It was a nice weekend. Hope Mom had fun. I think she was very tired by Sunday afternoon. But don't tell her I said that. :) Did you notice the bird eater (Mom) ate, a cup of Chowder, and a whole hamberger. I don't even think she saved a bite for Happy. Alisa, I think you are going to have a great partner in Keota. Many happy trails to us all! :)
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