I did not have much time this morning and only worked Maddie for about 45 minutes. We trotted around the cc course, took the Irish steps, and went over one of the jumps. Her jumps were very dull--she just became wooden sided and lost all of her impulsion and confidence. Not sure what is up with that. We trotted over to a small hayfield in back and practiced canter departs. On the way she had to pass a spooky hay wagon, past which I walked her back and forth several times until she stopped making such a big deal over it.
In the hayfield and on the walk home I started playing with direct flexion, with good results. She found her release and really lightened up. It would be so much fun if I could get this lesson solid in time for the horse fair.
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