My last night in Ireland for a while... Heading off to london in the morning (by car) - should be an adventure if nothing else!
Today was an eventful day. Jumped all four horses in the outdoor (mini course). Merlin & Curly (the two older boys) were in fighting form, the latter might need a weekend of small classes to get back into the swing of things - such a big set of bones to maneuver about the place, doesn't quite know what to do with himself... Merlin on the other hand (old faithful) should be up for the challenge (Follonica 4-6 March). Francis pointed out to me how easy it is to become a perfectionist and expect the same in return, when you think back on how they were a year ago, or just three months ago, you realize how far they've come. They never stop learning, even Merlin the oldest, year on year he continually improves his technique - which was nothing short of magic to begin with!
Clear CC ( CC Holsteiner breeding - 7 year old) has quite the temper as always, she jumped her first water-fence today with flying colours! starting to see some improvement in her mouth now - accepting the bit more and generally softening. She has such a powerful jump that were she to just settle down who knows how far she could go - she's getting there though, all in good time.
Last but not least Annie (aka Fairplay 111 - 6 year old) she's a bombshell, enough said. we did our second practice round as i've only had her for three weeks - bringing her down to Italy for Mickey McCann (owner), can't wait to see how we get on down there. I think she'll knock a few people's socks off.
The lorry's leaving wednesday morning. I'll keep you posted. As I've said before: Let it begin.
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