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Flag of Greece Corfu, Ionian Islands, Greece
Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Awhile ago, I had a really interesting groundwork session taught by Franklin. I learned to "lunge" a horse, when you make them walk or run around you in a circle. As I got the hang of it, I experienced this incredible moment of connection with my horse. I could hear Franklin (the teacher's) voice calling directions in the back of my head, but I was in a state of flow with my horse. I knew where she was moving and how to keep her going. Way cool!

Living here, I feel totally alive. I have both highs and lows, but I’m always feeling, breathing, attempting and conquering new challenges. I haven’t watched TV in five weeks (except for the season finale of True Blood) and I haven’t missed it at all, because my life is so full here. Our recent rainy days have given me a chance to pause and realize how much I’ve learned in the past month. I’m not perfect with the horses, but I’m capable, confident and much more relaxed around them.