Wishes do come true

Lexi has been asking for over two years, to go horseback riding. For a while she was too young.  Then this year, I decided to honestly look into it, with effort.  I found a great trainer in Gate Mills, and off we went tonight at 5:30pm for a lesson.  Both Ella and Lexi got the chance to brush, tack, and ride a horse!  How amazing!  I didn't even get on the horse, and I was still in awe!  What little kid doesn't to experience such an inspiring experience?

Everyone worked to brush Isabella to prep her for her saddle and bridle.

Trainers, Marlynna and Leeza, helped the girls work with their horses, Isabella and Shirley.  Lexi was beaming ear to ear and proved to be a very eager and astute student.  Ella was in pure amazement.  Mounting was tough at first, and the fearful look in her eyes made me have a few moments of doubt.  But soon enough, we heard her yell to Lexi as it was her turn to mount, "Lexi, listen to me.  You just need to relax!"  LOL  Spoken as though she was a seasoned pro after just 5 minutes on the horse.  

Lexi riding Shirley with help from trainer Leeza and Marlynna helping Ella ride Isabella.

We will continue lessons through July, and a week or two before school starts in August.  Then we will feel out how chaotic the school year ends up being, before we decide how much further this opportunity goes.  If nothing else, we will know what to devote time to again next summer!

Looking out onto the 5 acres of pasture at the rear of the property.