"Glad to hear all went well. You know I have heard that some folks do long distance riding in boots. Don't know if it's true and have not done any research but if I get time, I might look on the web."

"My friend had a lusitano type horse with quite boxy feet and up and down action. Did great in boots. However,cavallo boots on my 16.3 THB (NH type also) twist like crazy if you go beyond walk. They never rubbed but I felt they would if I rode…"

"Boots on the front can work but it depends on the horse, his way of going, what you want to do and how far you ride. The best way is to buy a pair (best you can afford as they fit better) and try them out. If they twist or rub, you will have to look…"

"Gayle, is it possible for you to take 2 lessons a week at least for a little while? When I was learning, I found this really helped.You do eventually get to a level where you can ride weekly and enjoy it greatly but that twice a week for a while…"

" I have seen this problem from both sides (sounds like a song!). I have owned three horses: I was lucky to be able to keep them all in retirement and did not have to think about selling them (still have 2 of them 22 years old this year and…"

"I am glad to hear there can be (a new) life after 50. Thanks all."

"Gayle, I am so impressed by you! What a great outlook you must have on life. Do write and tell how you are doing. I am a bit younger (57) and my hubby and I are finally living our dream - bought a (much)  bigger farm so we can run a horse…"

"Welcome to Barnmice Cathie!"