Just a 1-pack

I began riding a little over a year ago, and one of the goals was to strengthen my trunk muscles. Judging from how sore my abdomen is tonight, we aren't there yet. Not even close. And it's not like I want 6-pack abs; I'd just like to do one sit-up.

But it was a good lesson. Dada emphasized sitting up straight and holding myself up without using my hands. It was tough, hence the trunk pain.

Also, I almost died again. Really. I had a "that which doesn't kill you makes you stronger" moment. Of course, I tend to have a lot of these. We were rounding a corner, I was on Charm, when the people watching said "Dada, watch out." We all stopped, and Dada grabbed Charm. I still couldn't see what was going on, but Charm could. She started getting all skittish and moving all around, and if Dada wasn't holding her I am not sure what would have happened. Charm did turn so I could see the problem; it was deer. Charm is not a fan of wildlife.

Kate ran the deer off and we got back to riding. One hard thing was Charm was following Dada around like a puppy dog. It was funny, but a little tough. And I need to talk to Dada: I concentrate so much on riding, it is hard to also concentrate on hearing her riding directions. I think it might be better if I had a written list of riding moves so I only have to concentrate on riding.

It also was the first time my mom has seen me ride in a while. That was cool.