The move to Breezy Hollow

Aahh, peace and quiet... this is sometimes good, and is sometimes overwhelming being in isolation. But hey, a wonderful opportunity to train the horses without interruption. The horses, oblivious to the lack of human herd, are ecstatic at the new digs; as if they could appreciate the rampant water lilies overrunning the pond or magnificent indoor. The details in the barns make it esthetically the nicest barn

I've ever been. So I am enjoying it immensely. Susan and Beck also love it. Yaaaaa. I have been lucky enough to clinic with Jimmy Wofford. Taking lessons again with Allison Springer when she is not chasing the Olympic dream. Soooooo excited for the Olympics, I cannot wait to see how our team does. XC schooling and putting good miles on the horses are the main focus right now. Hoping to tke Tex and Nat out training this fall and Halo Beginner Novice. Cello is spanking good at 3rd level, so the bronze medal is a show away! My Toyota was sold and replaced by a Dodge Dually diesel; big chunk of life given up there. Thirteen years can leave one attached to a vehicle, who knew. Not so good at change,I come to find. Then it hits me that I can live in the trailer and take the horses wherever I want. Hmmmmmm, bring it on!

Home from AIken

Aiken, once again, did not disappoint... What a wonderful place to spend February as a horse trainer. A couple of highlights include auditing the USET Training Sessions in an Olympic Year and the Bettina Hoy Clinic. Both were hosted at Bridle Creek Farm, winter training grounds of Boyd Martin.

Here is a link to pictures of Bettina's Clinic:
http://hoofpix.zenfolio.com/p383627373/hcaf4614#h13a46aea

Here is a link to the USET Training Sessions:
http://lauriefixphotography.smugmug.com/Events/United-States-Equestrian-Team/21580985_9FjK2p#!i=1720955193&k=PQNDb7m

Even more amazing, both sessions were held on arenas that were constructed by Brinik Inc, my husband's company. I am so proud of him and his meticulous work, chosen over several options in the horse mecca of Aiken.

See Briniks website:
http://brinik.com

Returning to Maryland with revived energy and vision, I look forward to Spring of training my beautiful horses!

Big changes in 2012

The metamorphosis has taken place and adjustments to a new routine is experienced by everyone involved..

First off, the horses are now at three different barns. Cello and Nat have moved to the beautiful and historic property, Eminence Farm, in Poolesville, MD. Susan and Sue are settling in their new surroundings, and the horses are getting there.

Ari moved over to Wyndham Oaks and is excelling in his routine and under saddle work. Houston is still at Jerry Kings in North Carolina, learning how to accept his fate as a riding horse.

Tex and Halo have moved with me to Colleen Rutledge; Colleen has generously provided a space for them to teach me the ropes of upper level eventing. Colleen is proving to be an exceptional mentor and her guidance is invaluable to me. Thank you Colleen! Colleen, after finishing Rolex and Burghley last year, is headed to Badminton in 2012. Visit her website for Clinics and Lessons below...

http://colleenrutledgeeventing.com

The beautiful bank barn at Rickman Horse Farm, home of the Great and Small Therapeutic Riding Program, is up for grabs... it's a wonderful facility to train event horses with an indoor, outdoor and grass field. There are 9 stalls in the barn and ample turn out. Someone will be lucky to acquire this facility. Call Rachel at 301 349 0075 for more information.

We head to Aiken on February 5, 2012. My husband, Brian Riedmuller, has been located in Aiken since November last year and has constructed three exceptional riding arenas. His fine expertise, recognized by eventer and Olympic hopeful Boyd Martin, earned his arena at Ilene Boorman's a bid to host the 2012 US Equestrian Team Winter Training sessions. Go Brian! I am so proud of his incredible work. I am actually hoping to spend some time with him when I get there.

Well, I think this sums it up for now; the horses are doing well and I look forward to a successful 2012. Keep in touch!

Some more barn pictures

Barbara has been on a roll with the camera; showing talent for more than one art, the photos are gorgeous. Susan masters Cello on Memorial Day lesson; welcome summer..... Here are a couple of Barb's photos:

PJ dressage at Redland

PJ on a roll

Pickle Juice is flourishing; he held 2nd place in a Novice Horse field of 26 and ended on a score of 28.5. Good Lord, he just loves his job! See his video above.

Boys at the barn on a Saturday afternoon - Ari and Halo pose for photos