Cheryl Erpelding and Riding Magazine's Hot Off The Press (Abbie) started out slowly as new pairs tend to do. But did they ever finish up with a bang! Cheryl qualified for the Mini Medal, and she and Abbie were Year End Champion in the low Adult Amateur AND the Adult Amateur divisions. I am so proud of the work Cheryl put in to get so consistent by the end of they year. Her reward for being champion was two Caribbean Cruises that we will take the first part of March. Linda Atcherley, owner of Buggs the wonder horse, will be my cabin mate.

 Working student Rebecca Sparenberg has really come into her own as a rider and horseman. She has come a long way as you can tell by my horses for sale photos.

 New customer Mary Fromson and her really cute horse, Spirit, are learning the ropes and are a delight to have as part of the group.

 Customer and dear friend, Diane Griffin, has proved invaluable to me as a helper. I had surgery on my shoulder and have pretty much been relegated to doing NOTHING! She has picked up the slack and is turning into a great groom!

 By the time I get back from the cruise, the rain may have stopped and we can really start our new show season!