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Comment by Mary McGuire Smith on Wednesday

I would be very pleased if the members here would read my blog, and comment there if you would like. The current post is titled "Are You Serious?" There are older posts about buying horses, clinic etiquette, and other dressage topics. I post to it rather often, so if you would like to be informed about new posts, click on the "join this site" button on the right. I would be honored to have you join--it is free. :-)  http://iridedressage.blogspot.com/ 

Comment by Mary McGuire Smith on Tuesday

That's great, Vickie!  Just so you know, everyone else hits big and small roadblocks with themselves and their horses too....even though it may not seem so. They may not be the same roadblocks, or at the same timing or pace as you, but trust me--everyone finds it difficult at some point(s)!  Dressage is simple, but it is NOT easy.  It is a long journey, so try to enjoy the successes and push through the setbacks.  

Comment by vickie lawson on Tuesday

Thanks Ellin and Mary! I do take lessons regularly with a top coach here in NZ who is also a List 2 judge. The trouble is getting the movement in the tests. But I am happy many times with my training and progress. I just get so discouraged when I see what Im up against. Others seem to find it so easy and their horses must be doing a far better job!! But thanks for the support!!

 

Comment by Susana Rodriguez on Tuesday

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There is an Andalusian within your budget !
Offering a son of Fuego XII (not in the webpage, private treaty) 6 years old, 4th level,getting  ready for PSG

Comment by Mary McGuire Smith on February 1, 2012 at 9:14pm

I agree with Ellin.  Dressage scores can only tell you a fraction of what you need to know, and riding regularly in front of a qualified, knowledgeable instructor is crucial to your (and your horse's) progress.  Even we professionals don't ride/train alone.

Comment by Ellin McGinley Daum on February 1, 2012 at 5:41pm

Don't let the marks discourage you from enjoying dressage, Vickie.  Look for an improvement instead and work with a good coach if there is one near you.  The joy is in the process.

Comment by vickie lawson on February 1, 2012 at 12:33am

starting to think higher level dressage is beyond me! marks are very discouraging!

 

Comment by Christopher Hyams on January 19, 2012 at 8:25pm

There's a new post on http://DressageUnderground.wordpress.com.

It may give you insight into how it IS done, rahter than how it is NOT.

 

Comment by Christopher Hyams on January 10, 2012 at 10:54am

new post on http://DressageUnderground.wordpress.com

May teh horse be with you!

Comment by vickie lawson on January 8, 2012 at 5:59pm

Hi Mary:  Thanks for that. I agree she is lazy to the leg and I probably, as you suggest haven't been insisting every ride, every minute that she wake up to the aids. So I am going to focus on this.  I am lucky that I can forest ride her here in nz on lovely sand tracks that are up and down hill, so I also practice getting her to work outside the arena, which also is lovely for building strength, muscle and stamina. Unfortunately with work, I don't get out there as much as I wish. Thanks again for the advice and your effort in putting it nicely into text, I will be more diligent.

 

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