Introducing the beast

Meet my beast - oops I mean worthy steed. Not of a beastly nature, just of a monstorous size.

He's 17.2H and knows it. So big I need to get on a step-ladder to wash his face. Never mind getting on (mounting) with my inflexibility, it's a sight to be seen. Note to self - must buy bigger jodphurs so that I have some "give" in the butt when getting on him....could end up pretty embarassing for spectators behind.

He has a lot to teach me....and will show his frustration at my ineptitude in a number of somewhat amusing ways...He has a fantastic nature though but sometimes a bit too much of a brain. He likes to get one over on me that's for sure. It's always an interesting ride!