I'm writing from Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, located about 1.5 hours east of Toronto. We are lucky this year - we are experiencing the AlNinio which is currently wreaking havoc at the Vancouver Olympics, but what we are all ecstatic about here. I can smell spring in the air, even though I am certain we will be getting a snowstorm or two before the end of March. I don't ride in the winter any longer - once the ice comes that's the end of the riding for me - too dangerous. I have 2 horses and board another two, so I am busy all winter. I don't have an indoor arena but do board my show mare out each year during the winter for a couple of months. Am very anxious this year because I plan to show again, after a 2-year hiatus. I ride dressage and wanted to confirm my level before getting into the ring again, so I am ready now !!! Cheers everyone ! spring is on the way!!! EF