There have been many complications conserning this competition. First of all it is the weather in Kenya. For several weeks it has just been raining och raining. With an outside arena this is definately a disadvantage as it never get's to dry up before the rain starts again. Because of this, most of my riding has been up the rounds and around the area, climbing some hills and building stamina of both me and the horse which i am going to compete. We have, when the weather allowed, been able to jump a little and ride through the dressage tests. Even if horse riding is one of my greatest intersts it still takes both planning and determination to be able to balance both riding, homework and some free time, especially just before semster exams. It is time consuming and does take alot of energy but with sufficient time management and plenty of sleep it has actually worked quite well. For me horse back riding is also a way of relaxing and getting away from stress for a while. however, riding in the rain for a couple of weeks is perhaps not the most fun part of horsemanship but something that has to be done. I have really developed as a person by practicing for this show and I hope it will pay of.
These are pictures from last year's show
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