WW REIDAR IS FJORD TOUGH
This message is from: Linda Syverson Kerr <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This email is from Linda Syverson-Kerr @ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello group . I just wanted to say congratulations to Kathy and Randy Johnson of Montrose, MN who's Stallion WW Reidar is gracing the FRONT cover of the Driving Digest. If you wish to view, please go to www.drivingdigest.com, under the picture is a title, " in this issue" , click on that as well to view another picture inside , and then if you scroll to the bottom, there is a little write up about the day. In December, friends JJ, Doyle and Shirley Gates, my foster son Jadin, and I were guest for the day, for a day of sleighing at Kathy and Randy Johnson's. We hitched their Stallion WW Reidar to my antique sleigh. My foster son, had never been on a horse let alone ridden in a sleigh. Once harnessed and the full set of sleigh bells set upon Reidar's back, I ground drove to get him use to the bells. Well, he never blinked an eye at them. It was like he had worn them all the time. Next we took him out to the sleigh and let him see it and hear it, as it scraped across the slightly snowed cover gravel road. Again, no response. He did turn and have a look that was like "enough already, you going to hitch me and go or what." So we did just that. Anyone that has been to Kathy's place, know about the wonderful driving/sleighing trails in the woods and along the pond. It was perfect. Reidar was perfect. He drove with ease and alert, he pulled the sleigh without concern or worry. Friends, Doyle and Shirley were busying taking pictures. Jadin later joined me in the sleigh which was also captured on film. It was a picture perfect day. There was much laughter heard echoing in the woods a Woodpecker Woods. The other horses outside, watched with great interest as we sleighed and jingle here and there. It was truly a wonderful experience for Jadin. After wards, Reidar was treated to a good brushing, many treats, and a nice, long much deserved rolling time, in the indoor arena. We the people, went inside for 3 delicious homemade soups by JJ and Kathy's mom, homemade bread, hot chocolate and freshly baked pies. This was the perfect ending to a day that started less then perfect. For you see we started out the day with a flat tire near Zumbrota, MN. Thanks to Doyle and Jadin, I now know how to change a tire that goes flat on my truck, in the freezing cold, on the road. A special thank you to Kathy and Randy for the wonderful invite to their home and a another opportunity to drive WW Reidar. He was a dream. This day will be remembered by all on that day, especially by Jadin. Thank you Kathy! Linda Syverson Kerr _ ___ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
WW Reidar and SNF Maarta
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> It was great to see "WW Reidar" on the front cover of the Jan/Feb issue of Driving Digest. Congratulations to owner, Kathy Johnson and Linda Syverson-Kerr driving him put to an antique cutter. Beautiful picture and Linda's smile says it all. Grab a copy if you can get one, it's a keeper. It was also great to see "SNF Maarta" owned by Neil and Ruth Sorum, ridden by Lauren Chumley highlighted with three great pictures in the Nov/Dec issue of EVENTING (official publication of the United States Eventing Association). Congratulations to all of you and your dedication and honest hard work you all have put into training and getting these great horses out there for the world to see. Respectfully, Pat Holland The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
WW Reidar
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 INthen OUT of any class sooo 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
