Finally, an update!

Paloma came home from Steve's in mid-April. Since then, I feel that i have gotten to know the real horse, not the one that was scared, or in pain, or that I'd developed bad habits with.  She is super fun, and agile, and smart, and sweet. I am so glad I sent her to Steve.  I learned a lot too, especially about not being too structured with her and not training on her.  We do a lot of trail riding, and projects with other horses.  We went horse camping in the Sierra's last week, with Kona too, and had such a good time. She is a wonderful trail horse!http://gallery.me.com/jenniferruffolo#100078&view=grid&bgcolor=black&sel=20

When I rode Kona, I let Paloma go free (it was Donna's brilliant idea) and Paloma just loved it. She was happy and having fun.  We are all having fun, and now I know why I ride!

Taking a break at the top of a long climb