Posted by MamaB on October 15, 2003, at 10:15:54
In reply to Re: Tired of Chasing Geese (Femlite), posted by DharmaMama on October 15, 2003, at 8:40:48
One Ma to another,
I know just what you mean. I have been fortunate enough to have a horse and you are right -- it has been very good therapy. Go with the English, thats how I learned and the only way I ride today.I have ridden western a couple of times and I compare the two to the difference between sailing a sailboat and driving a powerboat -- not because of speed, but riding english you and the horse are more "one". You have more control and yet it challanges you to think more. (changing gait, horses response to hands, thighs and your butt.) Western has always seemed to me like, "get on the horse and go" riding, and like being in a very uncomfortable rocking chair. (the saddle)No offense intended, to each his own. But try it, you might be surprised!
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