Also, this horse LOVES jumping. Loves it. When he's being a little lazy (or it's like today, 85 degrees and muggy), I can point him at our little crossrail and he instantly becomes forward (but not rushy), and is now consistently jumping the obstacle from a trot and cantering away. I don't care that it's a teeny tiny...it's added so much to our rides. It's been lovely.
The not so great news is that he's lost a bit of weight in the last few weeks. He's quite sensitive to bugs and heat so I'm pretty sure that's all it is. I've also not been at the barn nearly as much as I should be this time of year (though I would if I could have) to feed him his Speshul Miles' Mish-Mash of beet pulp, alfalfa and apples. He's been scarfing it up, and it's great because it gets some additional water in him as well. Our barn owner is aware and he's getting a bit of ration balancer in addition to his regular grain-which we've switched (again), from Purina Strategy to Tribute Kalm and Easy. I actually really like everything I've heard about this feed and their rep was great, so I hope it helps. Miles is also nowhere near as ribby as this time last year, but I don't want him ending up there either. I'll keep you updated.
Item! I've been blogging about Miles officially for over a year now. I had no idea I would have enough nonsense to write about for so long, but there it is. Posting has slowed down considerably in the last month or so, but I've found these things ebb and flow. Also, I suck at taking pictures-I need to remedy this because sometimes you can write paragraphs on the right photo:)
Item! Looks like Miles and I will be featured in New Vocation's summer newsletter. I think it's just going to be a blip among other updates from adopters, but still I'm so excited!!! Even though we aren't one of their "success stories" that have won tons of ribbons, when I was looking at horses a story like ours is exactly the kind of thing I would have wanted to read. You know, about a horse who busts all the "Crazy OTTB" stereotypes, who is full of life and love, sound and barefoot, and who is a true partner to his totally smitten owner. I'll let you know when it's out.
Thank you to everyone who sent a comment or an email in the last few weeks. It's been tough, but you all bring a smile to my face. Happy June Everyone!! It's my favorite month, especially to ride. Enjoy YOUR partner.
Sarah, my dear, you've had a hard week or so. My thoughts are indeed with you and your family, though I can tell Miles is more help than I'll ever be.
ReplyDeleteI may have to argue about the most kissable schnoz, though. Have you seen Bar's?? :)
And congrats on the New Vocations shout out! I don't care if you haven't won ribbons, you've taken a horse that many would consider unadoptable, untrainable, and made him, well, Miles.
Seems pretty awesome to me, though admittedly I'm biased.
:-( Hang in there. Glad Miles is being the support you need.
ReplyDeleteCongrats from us too! You've done a beautiful job with Miles, and I'm glad he's taking such good care of you. You two are a great pair! :)
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your loss - thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
There's nothing like a good ride to improve your perspective! Yay for Miles and for you. And FWIW the TBs I know are all burning energy running from bugs. I'm doubling down on the Ultra Shield DX and am going to start adding some calories too - probably some beet pulp and a fat supplement.
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