Nikita and I: 3 Years!

Today it's been 3 years ago that I bought my haflinger: Nikita. I was always told to buy a horse when I was older and living on my own. But I couldn't wait that long, so I saved al my money for years untill I had enough. so on 12-5-2007 she was finally mine and mine alone. In these 3 years we have had hard times but also a lot of fun. She has really changed in these 3 years, positive change. And I really hope that there are many more great years to come!

2007:

The very first time I met her and tried her out.

Today 3 years ago, finally a horse of my own!

2008:

2009:

Her mane has grown so much and is still growing.

2010:

Doesn't look like the horse in the first picture at all!

Might have some new riding photo's tomorrow :)

Weekend Roundup

I've had a very horsy weekend, I had a dressage competition today which means I rode, groomed, washed and braided my pony yesterday. Today was my 3rd official dressage competition. You need 10 promotion points[180 points = 1/195 = 2,] to be allowed to the next level, I gained 4 in the last 2 competitions. One for each test [you ride 2 tests each competition]. I have a pony but because I'm over 18 years of age I have to ride against the horses.

I had 2 good rides today, but my points really surprised me: 198 & 195, so 4 promotion points!

We were also placed first for both tests!

I'm so proud of my little pony!

This pictured is owned by me, please do not use it!

Also, I wanted to mention that I`ll be hosting a giveaway once I reach 50 followers for this blog!