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Lake Dennison & Otter River Riding on Horseback |
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August 2, 2006 Sebastian just returned home from living in Florida for a year and a half and Sasha can't wait to take him over to the trails at the State parks of Lake Dennison and Otter River. |
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August 2, 2006
Sebastian's first trail ride at Lake Dennison and Otter River with Sasha.
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Through the old historic graveyard.
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Sasha speaks to the spirits as she passes by.
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She says they don't mind if she rides here.
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Then she takes us down a path through the soft pines.
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And down a steep dirt road.
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They splash right through a pond they discover.
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So much fun! Sebastian loves the water on this very hot day. 100 degrees today!
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The tall green grass grows along the edges.
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And the tall pines give it a beautiful scenic backdrop. It's about 9am in the morning.
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Sebastian can run through the water but it is deeper at some parts then others.
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I think this is one of Sasha's favorite things to do with Sebastian!
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Now they head off to a place where she can run. She calls it "The Meadow!"
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It's cool and shady along the way.
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A few bothersome flies, but not too bad.
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She runs across the meadow!
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So much fun in the soft green grass!
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Undiscovered trails...
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...become a wonderful playground!
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Sebastian is such a good boy!
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After much play, Sasha decides to go see the Lake.
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Not really allowed to ride here when it's the height of the season.
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So we take a few photos and then head home! What a great ride Sasha!
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August 3, 2006
Sasha and Bethany ride over to Otter River |
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Sasha on Sebastian and Bethany on Hopper, ride over to Otter River State Park.
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Sebastian was just here yesterday, so he goes in first!
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He splashes all around trying to entice Hopper to come in!
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"Come on Hopper, come swim with me!"
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Sebastian walks around checking the depth.
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Finally Hopper agrees to join him!
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And they swim!
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Never too much fun for these girls and their ponies!
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