I tossed and turned all night on Saturday. I wasn’t so much worried about the fact that we were running novice but rather super anxious to run in general. Turns out I need not have worried. Annie dominated the course despite me. Unfortunately I forgot to use Course Walk when I walked the course… And even more unfortunate is that my stupid Cambox wouldn’t cooperate. Also can’t seem to determine if there was a show photographer. Super thankful that Rachel Lynn Creative got the shot below.
All that matters though is that we finished on a number and not a letter. We didn’t have the most pretty run. There were plenty of learning moments for both of us but when the going got tough Annie took over and really packed me around. I picked at the distances and got her to some bad spots and she still jumped with all of her heart. That cannot be taught.
We still ended well out of the ribbons but moved up 10 places to finish in 15th place. Not too shabby considering the division had 25 people and we were in last place going into the day.
We have a lot to work on but despite the ugly bits I still crossed through those flags with a grin on my face and an unexplainable amount of gratitude for the little red dragon. Not sure what is on the docket next but I am sure we will only continue to improve! 🙂
Yay number vs a letter. And moving steadily up 10 whole places is nothing to not be happy with.
Way to finish!
Look at you go!!!!! So fun!!!
Do you put springs on her shoes?! Dang that little mare can jump!
Finishing strong on xc is a win no matter what!
Um, Annie is a total BEAST on XC. Looks like a fun course!
Woohoo! What a great day! Annie looks like she’s having the best time ever!
She’s having such a blast out there!
Woohoo,great to finish with a smile & a good experience all around. Fab photo 😍