Om Nom Nom

Went out to clean stalls today, and as I was cleaning one of the stalls that is attached to Amber's lot, I noticed her near the gate, so I whistled at her and got her attention, and it melted my heart when she perked right up and came right on over to see me. What a sweet girl. She looked me over thoroughly for treats, and then stood and 'helped' me clean the stall after she was sure I had nothing yummy to eat. She of course got a lot of treats when I was done, and licked me to beg for more. When I closed the stall door, she continued to beg, which is what that picture is of.

She has the sweetest personality. A lot of horses are just neutral with their humans. Willing and good natured, but just neutral. Not Amber! She is a clear people lover.

I saw her old leaser today. I guess she got out of trouble with her parents...I wondered if Casey had to break the news to her, but I didn't want to say anything myself. She kind of looked at me funny when I was loving on Amber, and I felt a little awkward. I certainly don't want to hurt anyone's feelings...

I went to visit Avalon Equestrian after I left! It was good to see Andrea again. All the horses looked healthy, happy, and alert, but very relaxed. The barn is small but very quaint. Not teeny tiny, but not huge either. Fencing looks safe, hay looked good, and everything was very clean. The riding ring isn't finished 100% yet, but looked to be taking shape, and she said they were putting up a dressage arena soon.

You guys might remember I posted about a gelding I used to ride as a young teen named Tic Tac. I don't know if I mentioned it or not, but he was purchased by a girl from that barn and moved to Avalon - I got to see him! He's older now, 19, but looked great. Shorter than I remember - he's only 14.2hhs, but I remember him being taller! Shows how things change so much over time. Not him, of course, but I guess I got taller! ;)

I think the move would be a positive one. Andrea seems very safety conscious (as she has always been), and I don't think I will ever have to worry about Amber's welfare there.

Now we wait for the vet check next week.