arena session

Well, Sopey and I had a good first riding session in the outdoor arena today. Neither of us really knows what we're doing but I can definitely see potential. I tried some of the stuff I learned in last week's riding lesson and it actually worked. So that was encouraging. I need to work on my focus. And she needs to relax a little (ok, a LOT). I am surprised at how relaxed I am when on her. That was not the case when I rode before (years ago). I'm still quite nervous around the horses when I'm trying to groom or feed or lead them ... but when I get up on Sopey I feel safer for some reason. Even when she's not listening or responding right away ... I still have a good level of confidence. Hope nothing happens to diminish that.