Ramola finds a fear!

Ramola has been here about 1.5 months. Thus far, we have only worked her in the arena and round pen with a cart attached. We did take her for a few walks ground driving and she has not been a spooky mare, just a stubborn mare. But today, we found what makes her jump. Not just a jump, but she sprouted wings and flew. Flew over what? It was all the puddles in the neighborhood. We, who only get about 9 inches of rain per year, got 3 inches over the last day and a half. The arena looks like a lake, but we figured that the roads would allow us to drive. Remember, it is also breezy and very cool for Phoenix, and the horses have been cooped up and missing their daily pasture time and exercise. Thus Ramola had a bit more energy for flying over the puddles. I missed catching her with all 4 off the ground on video, but wanted to show her mom, Jaci, that she really does drive a cart. Ramola was wound up and her usual unspooky mind saw a boogeyman  behind every tree and bush. Some very long trail rides would be very good for her.

And Jaci, please don't think only you talk too much, I talk too much too and together, we are dangerous!! I wanted to be back home before I turned into a pumpkin!