Working my Chicky

I haven't worked Chickory for about a month, and had the chance to get on her yesterday. It was my 5th ride on her. We used Beamer's pen to work in as he was out on pasture.This time, we went solo. I worked her around me using the get down part of the mecate, and since she went nicely both ways, I stepped on board. She still walks slowly and carefully, she steers nicely, backs beautifully.

I'd like her to go forward with a little more confidence, but that will come. A couple of times she got stuck and didn't want to go forward, so I untracked her to the side, and it worked.

My friend Bobbi was there in case she was needed, and kindly took photos for me.

I guess the next step will be to haul to the round pen and get her trotting with me, and then on to the bigger arena. I hope to get at least one trail ride in on her before winter. Slow is fast with this girl; keeping her mind quiet and focused is my goal. And it's fun! Love this horse!