Titan, the Christmas Pony

I knew it was only a matter of time before Carter got her first pony...although Titan isn't exactly a pony. Robert took him over to Gramma Aunty's for her first riding lesson. I think Carter had a ball and can't wait for her next ride. The snow hasn't helped in that department. Now we just need to find a saddle where she can actually reach the stirrups! All Carter could talk about all day was riding Titan, so when Robert got home, he got everyone loaded up and headed over to Aunty Linda's. She loves teaching kids how to ride and is very good at it. ( I can still remember riding with her when I was a kid...Keep your heels down! Sit up straight! Don't drop your reins! Stop sneezing!) Aunty also has a lovely arena for working with horses and kids of all ages.

Titan apparently was a Boy Scout horse for several years and seems really good with Carter. He needs some grub and a little love. Sounds like he's 22 or so but should be a nice starter horse for Carter and maybe Chase in a few years.

Carter riding around with Dad riding Picky. She's a long ways from riding all by herself, but you have to start somewhere. She really loves horses so we're doing our best to foster it and make darn sure she is safe and doesn't get hurt.

Carter posing with Gramma Howell and Gramma Aunty.