As you can see it was a glorious day! The trails are so nice and smooth and the climb is pretty gradual, so the fat boys didn't have to work too hard.
In October, we drove to Cueno Creek to join the BCHA's membership ride. Of course we rode by ourselves, but we did check in with them and walked through the group camp with the boys so they could roll in the sand. We spoke with a few people in passing, but I figure the more they see us, the more friendly they will become.
I cannot just ride like normal people--I guess it's because I have such a flighty, emotional boy. Anyway, he spooked (I guess?) as we were riding back to the campground and somehow I popped up on to his neck. I put my hands hear the top of head and popped back into the saddle. It was so weird. Shirley was hollering, "Get moving! Something must be biting him!" I was stunned and still trying to get my feet in the stirrups and I heard Lynn say, "She's fine--let her get settled." Jupes just stood there and waited for me. It was so weird! We were at a wide spot near where we cross the creek by the old concrete steps.
I also found out why/how Lynn always has her camera clicking away:
see her hand? She keeps it in her bra!!:)
Last weekend, we rode up the Hennessey. Coming home, I had a rodeo. Doggone Jupiter had a temper tantrum. Twice. No more grain at the trailer for him. Dang, he makes me mad.
Yesterday, Lynn and I went to East Weaver Creek (the site of my broken arm almost one year ago!). It was a great day. We took the trail backwards from how we usually go. Unfortunately, we ended up doing quite a bit of road riding in the middle. We need to figure out how to get back to the trails. Haley got attacked by a dog, who grabbed at her middle and got a mouthful of bright blue tape. She was frightened--as were we--but the dog did not hurt her. We were glad Happy was not with us as she is less likely to backdown and be submissive and probably would have been in a dogfight. Other than that, it was a really fun day.
Next weekend BCHA is meeting at Redwood Park for a ride. Although the dogs can't go, we are planning on attending. This time we will have to ride with them since we do not know where we are going. It's a chance to find a new riding place!
Happy belated birthdays to Sammi and Haley--four years old. :)
