This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
I would like to take this opportunity to Thank Kathy & Randy Johnson for their trust in me with their great little stallion WW Reidar.
After what I think was a very successful year of work and learning, Reidar went home after the LaCrosse Evaluation with a Silver Medallion of Quality and back to Kathy, whom was one of the best owners I have ever been privileged to work with. And I might add the most organized, compassionate, hard working and supportive owner and friend. THANK YOU Kathy, ..........it was a great ride.
After his success at CDE's and Pleasure Championships prior to coming to me, Reidar rode at the MWFHC Winter Meeting in Dixon, Il, Rode at and represented the Fjord breed at the Midwest Horse Fair, in Madison, Wi. Took First place in 4 & Over stallions and Reserve Championship Halter at the MWFHC Blue Earth Show, placed in the Ride & Drive, Won the Women's Working Pleasure Driving class, Placed in Turnout and Placed in cones, and at the Evaluation he upped his score to a high red in conformation, red in draft and blue in driving.
Reidar is truly one of, if not the most athletic Fjords I have ever ridden or driven. Very young at age five with great endurance and willingness to perform, Reidar was for me a horse I will never forget and grew to become fond of for his understanding of what I was trying to teach him. Being in my care for nearly a year, he made me a better trainer and taught me Fjords come in all packages and abilities, and as trainers we need to work with them with thoughtfulness and care as individuals. I'll always remember the quiet rides we had at home, just him and me - his ability to learn so quickly and what a fun ride he was.
The most memorable moment though was when I handed the reins to Linda Syverson in the Double Jeopardy Class at Blue Earth - Linda who had past experience with Reidar's abilities in cart - (and is fearless) but the metal to the pedal - so to speak - and really showed me what that little power engine can do - I have NEVER been in cart - going that fast and with such tight turns, and watching him worm his way thru cones was absolutely amazing (when I opened my eyes)....I know I have never been IN then OUT of any class sooooooooooo fast. Wow!
If anyone is looking to "lighten up" a good mare, I highly suggest breeding to this great son of Gjest. He will place movement and presence into your breeding formula, not to mention bloodlines of value and importance.
Reidar will be shown by Linda Syverson at the Villa show next month, and I know with his talents and Kathy & Randy's sincere love of him - his future will be full of high ribbons and beautiful goes.
With sincere thanks and heartfelt graitude to been able to swing a leg over such a great horse.
Pat Holland The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
