Kathy, I'm sorry about your job! I wish you the best in getting a sponsor. That sure would help me, too!

Kirsten, I tried that method, but did better with a lunge whip. It was just easier for me to get the "loop" around his pastern when half of it was stiff, lol. Now Nine is actually decent about his hind feet even without the rope/whip:


That picture is from today.

Lauren, as always, your words of encouragement brightened my day! Thanks. I had the opportunity to ride today, and was planning on it (hence the helmet in the picture - I forgot to take it off!) but the demons of my femininity struck (read: I was an irritable and unpredictable monster due to my period), and I was afraid to try. I didn't want to loose my temper and get thrown! Hopefully I will be back under control soon.

Nine has his vet appointment tomorrow to get his health certificate. We have been working on his loading, and he is doing so good! Read my blog for full details and pictures.