The Story of a Lesson
The Story of a Lesson
| This is Beth's youngest lesson student, Ashton Jordan, who is a miracle child. She is five years old and is the survivor of two open heart surgeries. She loves to do it all herself. She even "tries" to tie the saddle on. When she is strong enough, she will already know how to do it. Ashton's family feels Paso Fino's are the best for her due to their smooth gait: It is easier on the heart. Juanito is El Tomaria's number one lesson horse. Beth calls him her baby-sitter. He is so good with the kids and really enjoys his job. | ||
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Ashton arrives for the lesson and helps as much as she can to get Juanito ready. |
Beth gets Ashton in the saddle and checks stirrups and girth. |
Beth stays close by while Ashton gets started at the walk. |
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| Ashton is taking control and steering Juanito more on her own. |
Ashton is in charge. She is concentrating and you can see the big smile on her face! |
After a succesful lesson, Ashton takes Juanito back to the barn to untack. |
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| Ashton helps give Juanito a much-deserved bath while Beth looks on to assist as needed. | ||
