United States Eventing Association

Today Fric evened the score a bit and gave me what I felt was a very good effort and overall good test. The judges were scoring extremely hard and a lot of deserving tests were lacking the reward they deserved. Never the less, and despite our score not being near what I feel he deserved, Fric was good and much improved which is all that matters.

This afternoon one of the judges from France pulled me aside and asked if I had bought my horse from France about ten years ago. As it turns out, I have had Fric almost eleven years, and he went on to tell me that he rode him in France as a four year old. I guess all of these years later is it a very small world.

I walked the course one last time today, and am feeling a bit more comfortable, though I have to admit it still look s quite big. Some lines are on a half stride, so as riders, it will require a good plan in order to do well. Because of the rain, the ground is a bit wet, and I am hoping it will not be too torn up tomorrow afternoon since I ride late in the field.

Tonight, the competitor’s party was a good time, as they usually are. It was really neat to see all of the Canadian pride that this country has. They have many talented riders, and should have a good chance at placing well in the upcoming WEG and beyond. I was able to reunite with some riders who used to ride on the West Coast and officially meet others I have seen around but never really gotten to know.

After some food, and fun, Baxter and I headed off to the IGA, the local grocery store, for some delicious French dessert before heading off to bed. Keep your fingers crossed for tomorrow, it should be a good challenge! Goodnight from Bromont, dream of Cross-Country.

-Frankie