More Adventures at the "Gas Station"

So...the jetta was low on gas, actually very low. So it was about time Id figure out the Dominator...that being the gas station at then end of my street. I'm sure everyone knows how much I hate gas stations....and this one was no exception. So I drove up to the pump..stood at the pump reading the directions. Of course this pump is nothing like the other pumps, this time its just like home, Pay inside after you pump your gas, but do you think I saw that little sign before trying to put gas in my car! Ha anyways i figured it out, i filled my tank then paid inside. And can you believe it, it was 19 dollars to fill my tank on E. Compare that to 40 dollars back home! Wow isn't that awesome! So this tank will last me a while seeing as I barely use my car!

This week went well. I've fallen into a rhythm, except that waking up at 6 in the am is not getting any easier. That is unless I go to bed around 9 and actually get a good night of sleep, which i have been lately. The days are going by fast, and the work is getting easier. My riding is getting way better! It truly is amazing how much it helps to ride 3 to 4 horses a day, 5 days in a row. I'm really starting to find my strong points, and of course my weaknesses...which would be my whole left side. I'm learning more, and Bunns is teaching me so much. My spinning has gotten better the last few rides. Key points to remember... less weight in stirrups, upper body straight, don't twist hips, don't pull outside rein over neck, keep nose going in direction you want to spin, start with rein, then reinforce with leg and cluck, don't let horse fall out or walk forward. Yea that's what I have to think about every time. The good thing though is that I'm a fast learner and I strive to learn something then excel at it.

Just the other day Fred introduced lead changes to me.. and wow is that ever fun, I got Bunns to do changes in both directions on the first try and she hasn't been asked to change leads in months..who's bragging..NOT ME!! It was tons of fun.

Wednesday night was a get together at Fred and Susan's place for the basketball game. Yes basketball is very big down here and they love it. This was the first time I actually watched a whole game from beginning to end. And i must say...it wasn't terribly bad. I also got to drink beer! that was the highlight of the night. Miller Lite was what it was and it tasted so good! Much different from Canadian beer but still good.

Saturday was roping...I watched and helped out, then Brent Wright...another big reining trainer came over and Fred and him rode together. I watched that as well. Then I ventured off to find Nigros Western Store....and I know what you are thinking, but don't say it like that. Its NIgro as in an I. And surprisingly I did not get lost getting there or back. It was simple and I enjoyed the drive.

Tomorrow is an adventure out with Fred and Susan. They are heading into the city for some shopping and a movie and they invited me along. So I'm excited to get to see the city, and yes I will take pictures.

So that's all for now..Ill keep you updated

Nic