If you fall off, you need to get right back on

The photo of all 3 girls on Sgt Pepper (Journey, Sierra and Casendra) in my below entry was a couple of moments of happier times - a few minutes afterwards, Sgt Pepper showed his displeasure of carrying 3 people on his back. It happened in such slow motion for me. Sgt Pepper bucked and the 3 girls seem to slide off him just as they rode him - 3 in a row. I picked up Casendra within seconds of her hitting the ground (frightening for me to say the least). Gratefully - no injuries, just dirty. It took some time, but with holding her and comforting her - her crying stopped and we had our cuddle. It was a long day for her too (missed her afternoon nap).

To make sure she doesn't develop any fear - her mom Sara got her to sit on Sgt Pepper - knowing her mom was right by her side, we got a giggle and a smile out of Casendra - what a smart mom!!! An observation though - I think Casendra has inherited her mom and sister Sierra horsewoman skills too - another natural on a horse.