The horses finally arrived on Sunday, thanks to the winter storm. They are so happy to be in the warm weather. They have all been enjoying extended turn out at the beautiful "Sandy Hills Farm" owned and operated by Bubba Forester. Bubba is the epitome of southern gent...always lending a hand to anyone in need. He is also a wealth of "Aiken" information and very good at giving directions to get you where you need to go fast.
I think I finally have a system nailed down to accomplish all the daily tasks and also work at Boyd Martin's. Its a bit grueling, but worth it to be in the midst learning and getting lessons from the best people around. My day starts at 5:15 with getting over to feed, clean, and ride our horses. Then its outside for them, and I am off to Boyd's. The neat thing about Boyd's is that everybody does everything from cleaning stalls, to riding. It is a very interesting system. I am generally there until 5 or 5:30, and then its back to the other barn to bring everyone in, feed and try to figure out what blankets to have them wear. I get back to my room between 7 & 8:30pm, just enough time to grab a bite to eat, take a shower, and go to bed.
I have to keep this one a bit short as its late, but check back for updates on my lesson from yesterday, and cross country schooling day tomorrow!
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