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Yeah, I know - it’s only November and barely eve Yeah, I know - it’s only November and barely even Thanksgiving! But we gotta talk about Christmas…and specifically, Christmas cards. I’ve taken a break from cards for awhile now, as you may know. So I’m asking you all: do you want ‘em back? Can you drop me a comment or DM telling me if you want Christmas cards, and whether you want Haflinger or Corgi designs? If you have a favorite of the older designs, let me know that, too! I’m looking at creating one or two new designs and reprinting some of the old favorites. So…what do you think?
Theo’s first Fast CAT! I thought he would figure Theo’s first Fast CAT! I thought he would figure it out in no time but alas - we had to juggle the humans around to figure out who should catch and who should release. On his last run (in the video clip) we had someone he didn’t know release him, while I and his Uncle Bo called him from the other end. 🤣 I guess now we have a strategy for next time! . This was a super fun afternoon and I’m so glad the Green Mountain Dog Club organized this for everyone to practice! We definitely want to come again in the spring!
After doing leadline last weekend, we’re school After doing leadline last weekend, we’re schooling half pass and flying changes this week! I have had enormous breakthroughs in my riding this past year and Crumble just keeps getting better. I have a much better feeling of how to make corrections to improve our flying changes instead of just hoping and praying - and what a good feeling that is!! . This biggest change is in our connection. I finally found a truly soft, consistent connection in the bridle that comes from my more stable position and following arms. And Crumble LOVES it! Suddenly he can lift his withers and shoulders better, achieve more jump in the canter, and stay ridiculously light in the bridle. I can’t believe the improvements we’ve made this year and I am eternally grateful for @ruthhoganpoulsen and her patience and knowledge…and for loving this perfect unicorn pony like I do. 🦄🥰 . Sometimes I wonder how I got lucky enough to call Crumbs my own. Being with this pony keeps me grounded, makes me happy, and gives me such joy. ♥️
The amazing Crumble does it again! Sure, he’s a The amazing Crumble does it again! Sure, he’s a 4th level horse (see last pic, with me in Oct ‘20), but today he did his job as teacher and schoolmaster by doing First Level with his teenage rider, Ellie (fifth pic - look at that halt!) to win the class, and then helping Hadley (age 5) make her lead line debut! . This is a big part of why I love this breed…and Crumble in particular. There are not many horses that can be doing flying changes and schooling piaffe one day, go back to simple changes and counter-canter the next, and then be trusted to safely carry a beginner kid through her first show. 🦄 . I’m so proud of his two riders today, and I am SO proud of my boy!
Hadley got not one, not two, but THREE Corgi color Hadley got not one, not two, but THREE Corgi coloring books for 3x the fun!! She was nice enough to have her mom send us some example of her finished masterpieces to show off, too. Swipe to see!
It’s LIVE! . My first coloring book, “Corgis D It’s LIVE! . My first coloring book, “Corgis Doin’ Stuff”, is available for purchase on Amazon (link in bio)! I’m so proud of how it looks. Check out that cute front cover - it’s just one example of the 20 different drawings you’ll find inside. Be sure to share with your fellow Corgi lovers!
What comes next? . I’ve uploaded my book files a What comes next? . I’ve uploaded my book files and I just ordered my sample copy! I estimate about a week or so until I have it in my hands. At that point, I’ll reveal the finalized cover and announce a PUBLICATION DATE! Woohooo!! . Who’s ready to color some Corgis?!
Hey, I promised you some updates and here’s your Hey, I promised you some updates and here’s your next one! I think I’ve settled on the title…so now you can get excited over a coloring book full of CORGIS. Yup - both Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis (and even a fluff!) throughout this book, which means you’ll have an assortment of stub tails and floofy tails, as well as all kinds of different markings. Oh…and probably a pony or two. . As far as I’m concerned, the world needs to be flooded with more cuteness, so I’m doing my part. . Now I’ve got to continue getting my layout and formatting together so I can announce a publication date soon!

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I'm Emilie, and I started my first blog, "A Blond, Brunette, and a Redhead" in 2012, as a way to share my journey to Grand Prix dressage with my Haflinger, Abercombie. In 2016, I combined my art with my blog under the name Because Pony. Now, as a full-time professional in the dressage world, I continue to share my artwork and my day-to-day learning to inspire other young equestrians to accomplish their horse-related and creative goals, too!

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