No, we were not around horses "growing up", but Andrew has taken a liking and it is quite enjoyable to watch! Erika's father is a 'horse man' and has the property and horse stalls. Andrew's father knew someone needing to get rid of his 13 year old Arabian horse and thought Andrew would like it. Since Erika's family already has the property and 'home' Andrew took it and has been LOVING Molly Parton for the past month. He has groomed her, put horse shoes on her - she hadn't had any for a very long time, fed her, and has been working with her to establish their relationship.
The LAST thing I thought Andrew needed was a HORSE!! He has enough in his life to keep him busy.... But, I have to say, when I see him around this horse, his confidence, his whole self is enjoying it so much! Erika's father - Lalo is teaching him everything about it. Lalo's horses are AMAZING!! They DANCE!! They are so well behaved! They let the horses out of their stalls and they walk around the yard like very large DOGS!! NO KIDDING!! It was really weird!! It also gets the whole family out in the fresh air and really good times for everyone!
Well, yesterday was the BIG DAY!! Andrew was going to ride her for the first time! Thankfully, we were in town and I was able to be there! Andrew worked with her by guiding her with the rope, getting her used to him, working out, listening to his commands.
Then, time to actually GET ON!! Lovin' it!
It is quite fun! Molly is a fine horse!!
At first, Molly did not like the shoes on her feet, and she had an infection. She would only walk on the grass. After checking her foot, they decided it was healed enough to work her out in the corral! She did GREAT!! They continued to work her out - it was so fun to watch!!
To view more pics, go the Web Albums link on the right and click on Andrew Ridin'.
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