Thursday, September 29, 2011

Horse Riding Lessons

Brooklynn is taking horse riding lessons this semester and LOVING it! While she is at the ranch, Malia wanders around interacting with the dogs, horses, and goats. Jeffrey usually plays cards with a few kids who have a sister in Brooklynn's class.
First, the kids go and get their horses from the pasture. Then they get them groomed, saddled, and finally ride. At the end of their class, the kids have a half-hour lecture about horse care, anatomy, saddle care, etc.




Brooklynn bringing her horse to the arena.




Malia trying to stay out of Micheal's way. He's a goat that acts like a dog. He'll follow you around and lean into you so you can pet him.











Oops, Malia got a little too close to this 3 week old miniature horse!






Brooklynn saddling her horse with her instructor.






This horse is soooooooo cute and little!






Mamma and baby


























Brooklynn with her class.







"Micheal" ruined Jeffrey and his friends' game of Uno.

3 comments:

The Three Beauties said...

I remember when Maddy took lesson's, she loved it as much as it looks like Brooklynn does. She looks so cute and happy on that horse, and way too grown up.

Emily & Co. said...

Camilla would be SOOOOOOOOOOO jealous!!!

oneHeidifamily said...

I am so happy for Brooklyn. I have heard that horses can be quite a therapeutic animal to be around. Not that Brooklyn needs therapy of course, but I am sure that she is learning a lot being around those beautiful animals!!! And, she looks like she is having the time of her life! Good for you guys for allowing her to have this opportunity!!!