Nerves update - Now I remember why we do it

[Hullabaloo]

Following my worry about nerves the other day, I took my horse to a local show today. When we got there I discovered the warm up had been flooded so you had to jump the first jump as your warm up - not ideal for a horse that hasn't been out for a year and can be a bit quirky. But having got there I decided to give it a go.
Once I was on my nerves almost disappeared and I should never have doubted him - he was a complete star. Despite the lack of warm up he jumped 2 double clears and we came second in both our classes - 2'6 and 2'9. The rosettes were nice, but what has really thrilled me is how well he went and how well he behaved. He got a little strong at times, but mainly I think because he found it too easy but gave me a great feeling all the way round. I even think I rode quite respectably for a change.
Now I remember why we put ourselves through all the worry and feeling sick!
Sorry - very self indulgent and well done if you've made it this far!

 

[merlinsquest]

Well done you, you must be soooo pleased.

I am hoping to start going out and about soon, but like you am doubting my ability to cope..... sometimes its just easier to stay at home in my comfort zone than to risk whatever is waiting to go wrong out there!!!!

 

[dawnpetenathshir]

Fantastic!!!

. Don't you think though if you didn't have a bit of adrenaline when you jump you wouldn't enjoy it half as much? You should be really proud of yourself!!

 

[Gorgeous George]

Wow, that is fantastic, a great achievement and with no warm up to boot!

 

[Chumsmum]

Didn't see your post the other day - well done

Will remember your words of wisdom when I do my first walk and trot test next week

 

[CheziBrown]

That's brilliant - well done !!!

 

[Hullabaloo]

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Well done you, you must be soooo pleased.

I am hoping to start going out and about soon, but like you am doubting my ability to cope..... sometimes its just easier to stay at home in my comfort zone than to risk whatever is waiting to go wrong out there!!!!

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I found it nerve racking getting out again after a break - I was temped to use the weather as an excuse this morning but my friend wouldn't let me.
But remember that there are things waiting to go right out there too!

 

[blossom01]

well done!
you should be very proud of yourself.