Winter Break

I've just been trying to ride Deuce lightly this week. I need to keep track of how much time I walk him in the beginning and then how long I work him for. I think I'd like to make sure all his workouts are no longer than 45 minutes (including warm up and cool down). I also need to make sure I give him walk breaks periodically. He's such a fast learner that I always forget to go slow.

Tried riding with no spurs and no whip today. Deuce went forward decently but was a little bit of a struggle. Wondering if it's possible to make him more forward without spurs or whip - I don't want to be dependent on them.

Tommorow we'll work on some lateral excercises, bending, and cavaletti at the trot.

Lastly, here's a sweet pictures. SUCH a cute baby!