Day 04 - A picture of your favorite night.

I have a lot of fun with my friends and family on most nights so I couldn't decide. I went through pictures and found myself reminiscing on the past few years. Boy, have I changed! I got "skinny" by graduation and gained some weight freshman year. I tried some different hair colors and have made many new friends. I lost the weight and am still trying to stay healthy and try new and different things. But my most favorite day came into my life a year ago in May.

This was the first lesson I had with Aubrey and Strutt. It changed my life in so many ways. Shelby took this picture on her phone and it stayed my profile picture on Facebook for a good while. I will always have a passion for horses but I've always wanted to learn the English discipline. I finally got my chance when I found Aubrey's website online. She helped me get out of a slump and put more perspective into my life with horses. They are so therapeutic to me and so much fun. I know a lot of hard work and money go into them but I wouldn't live without them. They keep me happy and alive.

 Aubrey giving me instructions aboard Strutt. This Quarter Horse just turned 21 on April 10th and is amazing! He can do it all! Aubrey's 1st daughter, Lily, was also born on Strutt's birthday so it was a special day for her and Ben.

This is Angie. If you've kept up with my blog, she's the mare I lease from Aubrey. From the time I met this mare, I've felt a special bond with her. This picture was from my first lesson on her. Her temperament is usually higher and spunky but the first ride we had, Aubrey said she was a different horse. She's not the easiest horse to ride but that's what keeps me challenging myself to improve. It still takes a lot for Angie to give me kisses but I finally got one from her on Sunday! Hopefully, Angie and I will be going out to our first jumping show soon!

Happy Trails!