Posted on Facebook over the weekend
When we first moved to this barn, Speedy couldn't see over the top of the wall. He would lift his head as high as he could and peer over with one eye. Since then, he has managed to shove a substantial amount of sand and bedding up against the wall which has created a small mound for him to stand on.
There's nothing he likes better than to watch me tack up Sydney. He also likes to watch me sweep the cross tie area and rake the loose hay out of the barn aisle. Sometimes I simply clean tack in the shade, and he'll stand there whickering at me while I work. I shot this photo on a whim while I was grooming Sydney. His face is filthy, but the expression is classic Speedy G. I sure dig this horse! 11/27/2013 09:51:39 am
And he's the rocket scientist of his breed, Mia. Seriously. How is it that Sydney has not yet tossed me (knock on wood), and Speedy dumps me practically at will? :0)
Sandra
11/27/2013 01:13:39 am
Oh My Gosh! He is so cute! I LOVE that face!
Judy
11/27/2013 07:31:14 am
What a beautiful, mischievous face! 11/27/2013 09:48:52 am
Aw … you guys are all so nice. I think he's a total dork, but he does ooze personality. You should see him in person. I know EVERYONE thinks their own horse is personable, but Speedy is truly personality plus. Definitely an Arab thing. :0)
Val
11/28/2013 09:44:03 am
What a character! Comments are closed.
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About the Writer and RiderI am a lifelong rider.
I began endurance riding in 1996 where I ultimately completed five, one-day 100 mile races, the 200-mile Death Valley Encounter, and numerous other 50, 65, and 75 mile races. I began showing dressage in 2010. Welcome to my dressage journey. 
Photo by Lori Ovanessian
About Speedy GSpeedy went from endurance horse to dressage horse. After helping me earn a USDF Bronze medal in the summer of 2020, he is now semi-retired. Speedy is a 2004, 15'1 hand, purebred Arabian gelding. His Arabian Horse Registry name is G Ima Starr FA.
July 2020 (PC AJSK Photography)
About IzzyIzzy was started as a four-year old and then spent the next 18 months in pasture growing up. I bought him as a six-year old, and together, we are showing at the lower levels. He is a 2008, 16'3 hand warmblood gelding. His Rheinland Pfalz-saar International (RPSI) name is Imperioso.
March 2021 (PC Tess Michelle Photography)
Bakersfield Dressage approved!
My favorite breeches!
FOR THE SMALLER EQUINE ATHLETE
I love her stuff!
Watercolor Artist and Friend
National Rider Awards
USDF Bronze Medal - 2020
USDF Second Level Rider Performance Award - 2018
USDF First Level Rider Performance Award - 2015
USDF Training Level Rider Performance Award - 2013
State Rider Awards
CDS Ruby Rider Award - 2018
State Horse Awards
Speedy G - 3rd Level Horse Performance Award - 2020
Speedy G - 2nd Level Horse Performance Award - 2018
Working Towards:
CDS Sapphire Rider Award Third Level: 63.514% Third Level: 62.105% Fourth Level: Fourth Level: 2023 Show Season
Show Rating (***) CDS/USDF/USEF (*) CDS (s) Schooling (c) Clinic (r) Ride-a-Test Clinic 2023 Show Schedule
TBD 2023 Completed … Pending 2023 Qualifying Scores
Regional Adult Amateur Competition (RAAC) Qualifying Training Level 3 Scores/2 Judges/60%: Score 1: Score 2: Score 3: Archives
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