Bella is faced with a very awkward gate because it swings shut & it's behind a big puddle MONSTER😈

[@bevjanpen]

That gate would try the patience of a saint!

[@allygee5468]

Horses are so funny at times they'll walk through a running stream then shy at a puddle lol i always wonder what goes through the minds at times

[@Tara101]

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[@juliescott9485]

I was wondering about that comparison too! 😊

[@arribaficationwineho32]

You are so right!

[@yvonnerahmes9618]

Tara, you are an amazing woman! You are always calming with your horses (today BELLA!) helping them recognize the normality of the situations, like in this video :). She learns that although it's new and perhaps scary for her, you teach her to trust you, and accept without a hissy fit, the places you bring her to :). I am so proud of you as a woman, a rider, a teacher of horses... I feel your horses are quite lucky to have you as their mom, and trainer, and compatriot. They can and do rely on you. It's a partnership that always is a good thing for all of you and your horses. I have so much joy watching all your training and wonderful experiences, seeing the amazing progress you have made in this journey :). It's ALWAYS EXHILARATING! So happy to feel a part of it all!

[@Tara101]

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[@lindaallen78]

Well you tried, she tried. No point in getting her more flustered. Not today but another day, she will be fine with that gate. She does like to have a good think about things. Bless her. 😊

[@Tara101]

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[@ruthgoebel723]

She learned a lot about that gate even without going through it. She is a quick learner and will approach it the next time with a calmer attitude. What a gray day! Looks like rain is coming.....❤️❤️🐎🐎🥰🥰

[@jackiedejong5981]

Tara just love how you sympathetically handle Bella in new situations 💛🧡

[@jamie7253]

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[@arribaficationwineho32]

That puddle is trying to ruin her gate opening! And scary hills! New experiences this ride.

[@Tara101]

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[@ren-uz2mz]

Good effort at the gate, just not ready yet. She will get it soon...

[@Tara101]

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[@miarobv]

Well done. You have to pick your battles. This is a totally new route for her and a lot to take in mentally. She’s been doing so well that it’s easy for us to forget that she is still very new to hacking out.

[@Tara101]

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[@Witchy_Woman]

She's so intelligent and such a fast learner.

[@debbieadkins2803]

I am a little surprised she was afraid of a puddle in front of a gate, oh well maybe next time will be easier!❤️🌸🌺🌻🌼👍👍🥕🥕🥕

[@lorrainebyrne2536]

Plenty of new things for Bella to experience on her trip.

[@brendabarker524]

Oops too much mum that’s a new gate the puddle got in the way. Don’t know about this wall it’s got sticky out bits on the top of it. Oh we are going a different way now down the hill I’ll try and be brave 🐴🐴🐴

[@Tara101]

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[@jansmall72]

Bella is doing good riding she handles great Bella takes her time riding she never gets in any hurry Bella is a good girl Tara

[@wendytaylor4030]

🐴🐴💙...OOOh-oh! Almost Bella!😍♥️...now rain🌧🥺 well, you are almost touching the Sky ☁️ up there!😉😂♥️ Bella's never been this high up before, She's gotta take it All in! 🤔 will Bella go on? Can't wait to find out! Loved this!♥️ Thank you ever so much for sharing and All take care!🙏🥰🤗🤗🐶💗...🐴🐴💙

[@karenchapman2561]

❤ Good Girle Bella ❤😁

[@standy157]

It was a struggle,😣 but duo Tara and Bella conquered this awkward gate. 🤭

[@bcgrote]

I agree, having her out alone will develop her own mind. Instead of just following other horses, she is thinking on her own. That is far preferable!

[@juliescott9485]

Doing so well Bella with all these beautiful new things (Bolton!). That was good turning away from the gate Tara bec she'll do it soon and it gives Bella further confidence (not that she needed it) that although you encourage her, you're also sensitive to her fears, so she doesnt have to worry! Lovely ride ❤❤

[@Tara101]

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[@emmahenry7557]

That weather has turned evil and you have Bella's first time up heart attack mountain ahead 🤞what a grey grim day! Well done for getting Bella out into all these new landscapes Tara..she's doing great so far 👍

[@Tara101]

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[@ShaneGilbert-cx4th]

Hi Tara , sometime YOU have to do the RIGHT thing for YOU and you horse .And NOT all horse's are the same ,I use TO like TO wark the horse's OUT in hand .And it's good for them.Take CARE AND all the best. 😄😄😄💟👍👍👍Bella keep up the good work.

[@karenlugg1386]

Let’s remember she is still very young, I like the way Tara picks her battles, Bella did enough at the difficult gate to gain experience without going through, this is a big challenge for Bella and it’s good to see Tara working with Bella to help her gain confidence in difficult situations, by the time she goes out with a small group of horses she will be confident in herself and Tara.

[@Tara101]

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[@juttafitzmaurice5998]

Farouk told Bella all about puddle monsters She’s been amazing through most of the new things. Some gates are just tricky.

[@bevbremer2680]

I thought for sure you both had that gate at one time. Those puddles can hide monsters!!☺️🐴 Bella did her best to get close to the gate. Doesn't help with the start of rain. But next time she'll get it!!!❤️🐴 Now the curvy trail and stones and positivity of monsters down there as well. Good to see her look all over before trying. 👍👏🧓 Well done to you both. 👍👍👍

[@Tara101]

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[@rosalindchristenson3243]

Mummy, Bella didn't want to get her hooves wet at the gate 😂 so many new experiences are overwhelming, dear sweet Bella , and the weather is absolutely yuk! What's a girl to do....❤

[@Tara101]

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[@sheilasmith6609]

I think you Are useing wisdom. Your know bella better than anyone

[@Maggie-pq1ep]

Looks steep mom!!!⛰

[@Tara101]

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[@OrangeTabbyCat]

Sorry, but puddle monsters really are a thing and I totally understand that horse!

[@Tara101]

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[@judyg9096]

I think she would have gotten the gate if it wasn’t new surroundings and the puddle wasn’t there! She was on high alert because it was all new! Good choice not to force the issue, she’ll think about it for the next time! The weather isn’t helping either! I agree with other viewers, why don’t horses like puddles when they will go through a running stream? 🤪 Hope it stops raining! 🐴⭐️❤️❤️

[@sandysmythe3459]

"Mum, will you stop messing about and open the gate. It's flippin cold standing around waiting here. Is there something wrong with your arm? What! don't blame me...I can't open a gate, you know. ❤❤❤"

[@Tara101]

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[@sarahmarks7082]

Totally agree on the group riding vs. solo riding! If a horse can’t ride by themselves🐴, there’s absolutely no guarantee that they‘ll do any better in a group ride. That kick that other horse sent at Farouk 🐎 was awful 😢 🥵

[@Tara101]

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