Christmas 2011 third Christmas with Ella. She finally got her leather halter and nameplate. She's earned it. Things are moving along at a good pace even in the winter. We're just finally getting snow. Only getting a couple inches which is ride-able. Just let Snitch(lesson pony) out on trial last week. Hoping this home works out nicely so I can replace some boots and maybe get some new material in the extra stall. Most likely Ella's half brother Fallon. He has more Welsh than Ella but he's the same height, an easy keep. A flashy dapple gray but he's built like a tank. Really seeing a lot of dressage potential in him. But of course he has the dominant streak in him. But Ella was as bad as it gets so he'll be no biggie. Really hoping that he will end up with me soon. This winter has worked out well for replacing equipment. I now have a silver Pro II Charles Owen skull cap which I bought for $11 in a silent auction. Then I also bought a BETA certified Ovation jump vest which is much much better than my old Tipperary which wasn't doing too good. Ella has a new Weatherbeeta turnout and has the whole barn to herself right now.
The MeCTA year end banquet went really really well. Ella got her first year-end award. Sixth in Elem. Jr. which is a great accomplishment seeing as we didn't really show a whole lot... but it was a big group this year so I'm more than happy with it. Then our event team, Wingin' It, got second. All our ponies had a great year. Big thanks to Gail, Ashley, and my ever so supportive parents for a great year of intense training and great shows.
God Bless
- Grace & Ella
