OK, that’s pretty much plagiarized from the old foxhunting
mantra “Plan your Hunt – Hunt your Plan”. Still, gotta have a plan – and my
plan is very easy: Keep my hind end in the saddle!
Saumur has had me well trained over the years. I have been
riding more or less in a modified two-point position, not willing to put my (whopping)
weight into the saddle for fear of upsetting Saumur. As soon as he spooked I
became even lighter in the saddle, so as not to disturb him. Not sure where
that logic came from – certainly not from a dressage book or instructor.
With Remy it is really important that he feels me firm and
steady in the saddle as it gives him confidence. With Judy’s help I’ve been working
hard on improving my position and it’s coming together now. No (especially undeserved)
flattery from Jude, so I was really happy when she commented yesterday “you
have always been a pretty rider, but now you are an effective one”. Hohes Lob
aus berufenem Munde! That made me really happy.
Plan my ride: Keeping my butt firmly glued to the saddle. Ride
my plan: Someone better be ready to pluck me off afterwards!
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