bcnewe2 Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Just wanted to publicly thank Amelia Smith for being such a kind hearted judge and giving out all her wonderful words of wisdom. I haven't stepped foot on a trial field for over a year. It was hard stepping back out there not knowing what my dog or I could do. With all Micks injuries he's suffered in the past year, I was thrilled to see him go out there and give it his all (even if that might have been a bit to much ) I know my runs weren't the best but I was thrilled with my dog and my handling skills have gotten better even without getting out there like I need to. It's the chore work, new places (moving 2x's in the past 3 years with new sheep and quite challanging different terrain each move) and new sheep that have helped to make Mick and I a better team. Your words were truely taken to heart and I will be hearing them in my head the next time I step out on the field. Wonderful weather, beautiful ranch and good people. Makes me remember why I want to trial. Working the dogs is an addiction, trialing is social thing for me. Doing both feels good again. Hope you had as good of time as I did. Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amelia Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi Kristen, Thanks so much for the kind words. How very nice of you. Bridget and I discussed an open ranch - P/N and Jrs. and I thought it was too much. I was wrong and Bridget was right and Sunday's running was my runaway favorite of the trial. It was just nice to see folks who may not otherwise get a chance, run their dogs in a big, beautiful field on tremendous sheep, and have a good time doing it. So, while I was thrilled to be a small part of it, the credit really goes to Bridget Strang who persevered against the nay-sayers and made a place for everyone. She combined her vast horse show experience, willing attitude, hard work and uncommon good sense and produced a whale of a trial. Congrats to Bridget, and her mom and dad, Kit and Mike, on their maiden dog trial. Get your entries in early next year people. Yes, Kristen, absolutely, I had a blast. Thank you again. Cheers all, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 It was very nice to meet you, Amelia. And the beautiful Strang Ranch is the site of the 2011 National Finals! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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