This week for the blog hop, let’s tackle this stigma. Is there a way that you “break the mold” of the stereotypical hunter princess?
I don't have a $80,000 + made horse.
I have a nice horse who has taken lots of hard work, sweat and even tears.
He was less expensive then most (not "cheap" per say) and a hot mess of a stopper.
Hard work, a great trainer and determination on my part have paved the way for us. It hasn't been easy, especially after having a baby and there were defiantly times that I wasn't sure if I really wanted to do this. Now looking back I am SO thankful that I have stuck with it and we have a long way to go before Henry (and I) are A circuit ready, but we are a long way from where we started. :)
So what about you readers – what stereotype do you break in the “hunter princess” mold? Every discipline has their stigmas too, whether it be dressage or western or even halter showing
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I personally think it's more fun bringing a horse along than buying one "ready made" as it were. So much more satisfaction throughout the whole process.
ReplyDeleteYep.. just not the best move right after having a baby, c-section lol :)
DeleteYou and Henry are a great team and all that hard work, sweat and tears are paying off in the great relationship you have!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you stuck with it, I know it was hard, but you've both grown so far.
ReplyDeletehaha there were def days I wasn't having it!
DeleteIt will be that much more rewarding when you reach your goal! I have competed in AA shows for many years and have NEVER paid $80K for a horse. You don't need to if you can bring one along!
ReplyDeleteYeah my trainer can find the best greenies and then lots of hard work!! :)
DeleteNothing feels as good as hardwork :P
ReplyDeletetrue! in the moment it sucks at time tho haha!
DeleteYou've done a fantastic job with Henry. All of your hard work has paid off, big time!
ReplyDeleteAh thanks girl!
DeleteYour horse is fabulous and you should definitely be proud of the great work you've done with Henry.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I would be nothing without my trainer!
DeleteI didn't realize Henry was a stopped when you got him! Kudos, my friend. He is a really lovely horse and it's evident that you've worked hard to get him there.
ReplyDelete*stopper
DeleteYep! He stopped not because he was scared but because he was allowed to stop and check things out- um yeah thats not ok!
DeleteIt was a nasty habit but thankfully it's gone!
I should clarify, he was allowed to do that before I got him, not allow once he was mine :)
DeleteI think its a great thing to bring on your horse - way more satisfying.
ReplyDeleteVery true! :)
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