Thanks KOTJ.

I know this wasn't the best topic to bring up my problem with HP in, but yesterday was a less than great day for me and what she said made me snap and voice my opinion on how she's been giving hers lately. Actually, up until a couple weeks ago, I'd really respected what HP had to say on the hunter topic. I thought she had alot of good knowledge to share. Then, came a thread from someone asking what show clothes they need for hunters, on the local/school level or something. HP instantly imformed them they needed thee top brands. In my post above, I'd said jackets can be navy, black, and you see the odd beige and grey ones now, and could have pinstripes or be plain. I also mentioned that I myself rode in a black jacket because I think it compliments my horse better than a navy one. HP was quick to point out that black is out of fashion and she must go with navy. Maybe on her A circuit it is, but it's still half and half around here with a handful of people brave enough to wear the beige or grey jackets. I hate how she naturally assumes everyone, who clearly states they're just doing schooling shows is a)actually doing A circuit, b)in her area and c)super rich. It makes people feel bad to constantly see her telling people to buy the best of the best, when they know they could never afford it. I've started to notice she does that alot now, or makes everything she says sound so final, like in the HORSE hairstyles for showing thread, when she said that braids are a requirement, for someone who simply wanted to do a schooling show here and there. So although I shouldn't have brought it up on here, I am glad I did. I know that I feel feel better having gotten things off my chest about it all.

There is something about jumping a horse over a fence, something that makes you feel good. Perhaps it's the risk, the gamble. In any event it's a thing I need.

TTL;
two years and many more. <3