Welcome Jan, What a lovely partnership!

Thanks Jan for taking the time to respond. That is really good advice. You confirmed a few things that I suspected. I agree that there are many excellent coaches out there that have not necessarily gone through the process.

I rode in -20 last night but -37 this morning in the central interior of BC. Too cold even for me.

Jan, Were you in Kelowna? I was actively involved in Cadora with your mom I think back in the late 70's, early 80's. I was area rep when we were bringing in Charles??? (I was Darla Menzel).

Yes Jan, I am young and new to dressage. The "thick hide" and "can't feel you" are comments made by my coaches (one a judge). I am physically pretty fit with 4 days a week synchronized swimming. Other than my personal fitness, do you have any other suggestions I can try?

Hi Jan. Wow, small world! I am living in Princeton now, helping a friend who runs a rescue, doing some teaching and judging. Say hi to your mom. Do you have any Utube videos? D

Thank you very much for your advice Jan! Gryphon was so kindly loaned to me after the passing of my Arabian- to keep me riding & I just love him, but I do realize that it will take time to adapt and I have so much yet to learn!

I know an old roomate of Krys's, and through long-distance phone calls we became friends! She was on her way to Southern Ontario one time to see her girls, and stopped in for a visit with me in Sault Ste. Marie. We've exchanged emails, facebooks, cards, pics and such ever since! And yes, she is terrific..:)

The weather out here is wet! Puts a damper on my barn visits, but definitely doesn't stop me. How many horses do you have? Krys said you had the most amazing barn..:)

Life would be very boring indeed lol

That does sound amazing, sorry :)! Someday...my husband and I are looking around at some properties near us, just to see what is available, and for what price, but we won't be ready to buy for a while. It's fun to dream about it though!

I was looking at your pictures and it looks like a fantastic view to wake up to everyday..:)

Dear Jan,
Thanks for your generosity of spirit. You always seem to be one of the first one's available with an offer of help. Laura

you look like an amazing rider. Love your horses. Keep it up!

I agree with my friend Elizabeth, you do look like a lovely rider! Good luck!

congratulations your horse is amazing.

it is getting sooo cold outside i really wanna ride my pony ringo but i dont have the guts ha ha i need some motavation.