I Can See It!

My husband was out of town all last week for business and made the comment that when he came back, I wouldn't need his help anymore with Riva.  He is my eyes on the ground all thru the week, to remind me to quit nagging with my leg, get my elbows bent and back, heels down, etc.  While I still needs his eyes - he was able to see much progress when he came out to the barn with me Sunday afternoon. 

Here is a pic from our ride on Feb. 28th: 

Sunday March 11th: 

Differences I see:
     *  my elbows are bent and back
       *  my posture is better
         *  Riva is accepting contact!

I am amazed at the changes in Riva in one week's time.  Over this past weekend, Lex was able to ride Riva on Friday and Sunday.  She was able to go from working on Riva accepting contact at the walk last Friday to accepting contact at trot this past Friday and started Sunday with accepting contact at canter.  And Sunday's ride was outside - when the horses were being let in at feeding time - and did I mention...our resident donkey was wondering around free grazing?!  I do love my mare :)