Liz and I are kayakers, and were sea kayak guides at East Coast Outfitters. Liz was in my wedding party. Her gift to Michael and I were all the flowers for our wedding. This included bouquets, boutonnières, and the flowers that decorated the reception hall. Michael and I were so grateful – little shout out…
Category: Horses
Capturing Galloping Colts & Fillies in Action & One Silly Mafnood
A few fun moments before my hack ride with Bay Mare. S, 🇶🇦 Silly Mafnood Galloping Colts & Fillies
Exploring Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre: Bay Mare And The Oryx Adventure
Bay Mare, as she is affectionately called, is one of the old girls at the stables. I am told she is a good horse to ride as I’m led to an arena. There, I trot her out and get a feel for her. But I was startled. This old mare was full of energy….
Joyful Hack Ride Through Sheikh Faisal’s Farm
Michael and I enjoyed a hack ride around Sheikh Faisal’s farm. Michael was riding Mafnood. I was riding Mafnood’s bestie. After our ride, Mafnood and his bestie were put in the same stable together. I fell in love with these horses. They were so sweet. Mafnood has a lot of personality, is very social. His…
My Morning Ride with Mafnood: A Horse Adventure
Today a new horse was presented for my morning hack ride around the farm. His name was Mafnood, and he needed a crop. I was told he likes to find patches of sand and roll in it. Even when a rider is on his back. The presence of the crop gently reminds him that…
First Ride with Farfoor: Challenges And Triumphs In Riding
The McLaren My ride to the farm early this morning required a stop. I had to fill our car’s tank with petrol (that’s what you call it here). Here are pictures of one of the world’s most expensive cars, a McLaren, parked next to the petrol station. Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre – Hack Ride –…
An Unforgettable Hack Ride In Sheikh Faisals’ Desert Oasis, Qatar
Morning Moments Patcher Today I rode one of the horses from the middle stable. My horse, Patcher, is an Anglo-Arabian race horse and was a dream to ride. I rode with staff member Josh, from England. As a result of an injury, Josh is now a retired jockey. He’s in Qatar to train race…
My First Riding Lesson At Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre
Arriving Today I arrived, early of course, to settle in and have another look around. My First Riding Lesson At Al Samariyah Equestrian Centre I was given a big black horse named Emeron. Lessons started with walking around the ring, getting the feel of my horse and how we connect. The instructor Ben was…