"It's a stallion, baby"

Today was the day we went to see Tobago and his lovely owner Kate. Didn't take any photos though, but there are plenty of him on the internet!

Simon was feeling better today, so we took Blue for a walk around the woods. Blue was pretty good, apart from bogging off during the converstation I was having with Simon about how much better he is now, and Simon's reluctance to let him off the lead when he takes him out.

We then went and spent some time with the horses. I did some work with Blossom again while Simon poo-picked the field. She was much better today, so I think she picks things up pretty quick, but almost needs time to think about things, whereas Amber picks something up straight away and remembers. So I was happy with her. We also wormed them (I think by tomorrow they will refuse to come near me!).

Then it was off to meet Tobago. We did the journey in good time, and only nearly got lost! It was lovely to finally meet him, and watch him play about with his 'jolly ball' in the school. We stayed for about an hour and had a lovely time chatting to Kate.

Now I have met him, I am even more keen to use him on Amber, but of course I will see how things go over the spring (and finances of course- even though his stud fee terms are fabulous).

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