Yes, infact, I DO ride... PICS!!!!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

These are probably the only pics you all have ever seen of me actually RIDING my beloved boy, most of the time, I am the photographer. Well, now that my boyfriend has this wonderful (and expensive) new camera (that requires a degree to know how to use it to it fullest extent) I have been putting him to work. My dad too, as he used to be a pro. So, finally, I have a couple of pics of my RIDING my baby Frodo and I can't think if anyone I'd rather share the pics with than the people who have been around since he was a baby, who have given me advice and their own experiences, who bred their one mare to a stallion for their own little homebred keepers. Thanks guys for all of your help, support, cheers, jingles and similar experiences. I have felt very fortunate to have this board for the last five years, it has been such a great resource.

November Clinic (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/Frodoclinic-2.jpg)
November Clinic (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/cliniccanter.jpg)
Clinic from this past weekend, I really like this shot, it makes me want to kiss his little nose to death. LOL (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/dec72008cropcanter.jpg)
I rode for SO long, an hour and a half, I think I was getting tired. LOL Frodo was a doll. (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/trot1207.jpg)
Hrrrmmm, I think I was adjusting the reins, can think of any other reason my arms are like that but, he's being a stellar boy. :D (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/funnyarmscanter1207.jpg)
Whew, we have helmet hair and we're POOPED but feeling good! (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/theend.jpg)

And a few of Frodo being a horse:

This is the face of my dreams, I love kissing that diamond (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/frodocute.jpg)
Sweet face, sweet boy. (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/handsome.jpg)
Frodo, wild and free... in a protected and safe environment. (http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i309/bugsnfrodo/croppedcanter-1.jpg)

[dressagetraks]

Neat pictures (and beautiful background). You look very happy together.

[Equine Obsession]

What a gorgeous boy. You should be so proud. The scenery is astounding, what a place to ride!

Thanks for sharing your pictures!

[tarragon]

Great pictures, Amy!

Frodo looks so mature! I can't believe he's such a big boy now, all grown up and so handsome :D

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

MAN! I can't BELIEVE he is five!! Makes my head spin.

The area where I live is very scenic but I admit to missing green bushy trees and grass that grows in the "wild" without the benefit of CONSTANT watering. :lol: However, you can't beat riding in short sleeves in December!!! :no: :D

[M.K.Smith]

Great pictures, Amy!

Frodo looks so mature! I can't believe he's such a big boy now, all grown up and so handsome :D

I agree 100%... you guys BOTH look AWESOME!!! He looks all business! You did everything yourself, too... didn't you? Way to go! You certainly should be proud of him!

[avezan]

He's beautiful! Thanks for sharing the pictures. You look very good on him. I see what you mean about that face. My horse, Avezan, has that look too. When she pricks her ears and looks at me in that wistful way (probably wanting food), I just want to hug her, kiss her and tell everyone, this is MY HORSE! When I see photos of me riding her, and see how hard she is trying for me, I just love her all over again. Your photos and your post reminds me of my horse. :) I agree, gorgeous background. You should frame of those. I love the first one.

[Quinn]

Beautiful pictures and incredible scenery. Must agree with the first photo being "frame" worthy. He is truly a lovely boy!

http://community.webshots.com/user/ballyduff

[nsm]

How fun to see Amy! Your boy is beautiful and you look great up there!! That is some serious scenery!

Nancy

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

You did everything yourself, too... didn't you?

Yes I did and that's probably why I am so emotional about that boy. I think some of you would gag if you saw me kissing all over this beast. :lol: (I do it to his mom too as she took VERY good care of me over the years.)

[dray]

Amy,

Make an album on Facebook!!!!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

I have one on there, under horses on my profile. :)

[jilltx]

Amy you guys look GREAT!! Frodo is so very handsome and grown up. :)

[Jessi P]

Great pics - I can't believe he is 5 already! You guys are lookin pretty spectacular together. :winkgrin:

[TraksRuleDutchDrool]

Thanks for sharing!

I've been following the Frodo saga for some time as it parallels me and my horse very closely..I also have a 5 year old Trakehner who I got around the same time as you (I think? 3 years ago?) and I adore and is the horse of my dreams.. so it's been kind of funny reading your posts.

Congratulations, you're doing great!

[TropicalStorm]

awh, you guys look absolutely lovely together! cant' believe he's so big now!!!

[M.K.Smith]

Yes I did and that's probably why I am so emotional about that boy. I think some of you would gag if you saw me kissing all over this beast. :lol: (I do it to his mom too as she took VERY good care of me over the years.)

I thought so... you did a great job!!! I think it makes it so much more worthwhile when you do all the hard work yourself. You guys look awesome! Thanks for sharing the photos!

[desilu]

What great pictures. I still have trouble believing he is 5 now. But you guys look fantastic together and as you know, you are my shining beacon of hope that one day, Sammy and I will be out there ourselves! Keep giving us hope and inspiration. Thanks.....:yes:

[Blonde Filly]

I have to ask where do you have palm trees and mountains in the back ground? Look like Kaui...??? Beautiful scenery and horse too!!! ;)

[Indy-lou]

Looks like the area around Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Indio, etc. in California. For sure their not in Maryland anymore!

[Indy-lou]

As an aside, Death Valley has Palm trees and mountains too!

[Chef Jade]

Beautiful! I can see why you are so proud (of both of you). ;)

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

Palm Springs is where I live but the riding pics are from Indio and the at liberty pics are from Sky Valley which is on the other side of the freeway from Palm Springs. Thanks guys. As you know, I bred him, delivered him and did all of his training, my heart and soul has gone into this horse. He is my pride and joy! I hope I am not being obnoxious about it. I can help but brag a LITTLE, TINY bit about him. :D :winkgrin:

[graystonefarm]

Amy, Frodo is stunning and you and he look super! Well done!

Thanks for sharing the photos.

[okggo]

You both look absolutely FABULOUS!!!!

[3Dogs]

Amy - asleep at the WHEEL - he looks fantastic!!! as do you!! Just fabulous!! WOWOWOWOW

and those pictures: make me a bit homesick for the old Indio horse show - Thermal just is NOT the same. I will be out there for about 3 days for Thermal - staying at some dive in Indio LOL - maybe I can meet the prince and his princess in person!!:)

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

I would love to meet you! When will you be here? I will be heading to Thermal a couple times myself this year to cheer on friends and stare at horse flesh. :lol:

Thanks for the compliments guys. I am absolutely crazy about this horse and feel fortunate to have him. :yes::cool:

[Chef Jade]

Amy - asleep at the WHEEL - he looks fantastic!!! as do you!! Just fabulous!! WOWOWOWOW

and those pictures: make me a bit homesick for the old Indio horse show - Thermal just is NOT the same. I will be out there for about 3 days for Thermal - staying at some dive in Indio LOL - maybe I can meet the prince and his princess in person!!:)

When will you be there? My plan right now is to show weeks 2 & 3. :yes: Can't wait! I'd love to see you 3Dogs, and meet you, BnF!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

Chef, I can be there anytime, I live right down the road, basically.

[BasqueMom]

Beautiful boy! What an accomplishment!