I learned last night that Maud was placed fourth in her 50cm Jumping class on Sunday! Absolutely fantastic - I have to say, she did rattle round the course at some speed, and perhaps that is the reason she knocked one fence down, but she was up against horses, so she would be nimbler on the corners. I'm still so proud of her.
In preparation for the blacksmith on Thursday, after brushing Bazil I managed to pick out his hooves! He nearly behaved himself, but he did eventually just slide down my legs and lay on the ground in a big heap. This is a party trick he does if you rub his tummy, and always seems surprised to be lying on the ground. Everything is a new experience I guess.
After a quick brush and rub down, Bazil's mum Ruth looked fantastic. She at least didn't go for a roll in the dust, unlike Bazil!
That is enough chat about blinking horses. Today it is mild but wet, so once again I have resorted to slapping on the artificial tan cream. I think this year I will be going through many bottles of this magic stuff.
