Park It Miyagi!

Last night with Miyagi was just a blast. I fall in love with him everyday when I play with him. I can't believe how amazing he is doing. So despite the fact that a halter is not big on the Miyagi priority list of things to do, Miyagi's ground work has gotten fantastic. This horse is light as a feather. His confidence is growing everyday.

So new experiences with Miyagi. As I explore new parts of his body, he wishes to explore new parts of mine. Yeah, a little unnerving. I am trying to channel my inner Angi Keitel and trust that he isn't going to kill me during these moments of explortation!

Miyagi's biggest hurdle is his claustrophobia. There is nothing we couldn't do, if only I had 4 foot arms. I have heard about a video of him in the BLM shoot being picked up for his journey here that truly displays the deepness of his claustrophobia. I haven't seen it. So, that is what I am working on.

Last night I built a "parking space" out of toys. Then using the driving game, we parked Miyagi. At first he thought I was crazy. He flew through the tight cubby at lightning speed. It wasn't long though before he settled down, relaxed and stood inside. Then, again with lightning speed, he realized he was in a tight spot and off he went. This time though, he felt the ball and barrels all over his flanks. Wow, Miyagi's life flashed before his eyes. The coolest part was, he immediately looked to me. I love that.

Wasn't long before he was standing quietly in his special "parking spot". I think the special spot should get taller and tighter! Fun with toys we are calling our next adventure.

I LOVE HIM!!!!

The Miyagi Marathon

Last night was awesome! I met Angi at Lifesavers last night for our Miyagi marathon. It was late, and we were prepared for an all nighter! Miyagi was just prepared! It was awesome! I always preach in my workshops, be prepared for the horse that shows up....the horse that shows up today may not be the same horse that was in your hands yesterday.

Miyagi, bless his heart, had a break through. All my work was not in vain. Miyagi said YES last night. Yes, to being with me. Yes, to being touched by me. YES!!!!

He did say NO to the grape icecream. All though I don't know why, I rather enjoy them!

I see the light at the end of the tunnel. As extroverted as he is, the contridiction is that he seems to process things slowly. I think he just need to think.

For the first time, I felt Miyagi offer me his heart last night. I hear Pat Parelli say often, "feel OF the horse and he will FOR you". He felt for me last night. It was amazing. It was a gift. I was honored.

Miyagi's BLM Mug Shot

This is Miyagi's BLM mug shot. It is really funny. When you get on the BLM website and look at all the Makeover horses, they are looking towards the camera. Miyagi.....he is going away from the camera! Gee, isn't that interesting! I love him!!!!

Finishing up some work, then heading out to clean his pen and feed the little booger!

Tomorrow night, Angi is coming, and we are going to have a Miyagi marathon! I can't wait. I can't thank Angi enough for all her time and support!

I will definately post pictures and an update after the marathon so check back!