When college arrived the first thing I was worried about wasn't where I would live, classes I would take, people I would become friends with- but rather where can I board my horse so he can go with me?
Freshman & Sophomore year he stayed at home and I commuted for a weekly lesson and then on weekends to keep him in shape.
Junior year he moved to Farmington. I rode MUCH more than I did Freshman & Sophomore year and we even did a few events. One of the most exciting things we were able to do was travel to Southern Pines and train with Nancy Lindroth for a long weekend. This was my first solo trip with the truck, trailer and Houston. This meant we were grown ups and were embarking on a chapter in new life- just us.
Senior year we moved to Germanton. The farm was much closer to school and allowed for more riding. We competed in our final event in the Fall of 2007 at Hillcrest Farms in Mocksville. Houston was brilliant and was even 3rd after Dressage- unheard of for us. We finished 5th thanks to my stupidity in thinking we were going to fast on cross-country when in actuality we were right on target.
Here are a few photos to reminisce about our times in college and final events
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| Preparing for Houston's last career Dressage Test |
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| My all time favorite picture of Houston. Taken by the talented Jason Hill. |
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| 5th Place Finish- not to shabby for a 17 year old. |
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| Cross-Country was small but he loved it non-the less. |
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| Senior Year at Red Bank Stables |
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