SAFE PONIES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN RESULTS ~ Eventing vlog at Chillington Hall BE100 championships

Certainly not the vlog I wanted to be editing but sadly eventing doesn't always go to plan. Happy to have safe and happy ponies back in the barn but this day still isn't one I want to remember. I hope you enjoy guys, sorry it is so short...you'll see why!
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[@daniellekasi668]

This just shows you that you’re not just in it for the prizes. That you actually love and care for your horses and their health. So many top riders treat their horses like they’re replaceable entities and it’s so nice to see a rider of your skill actually care about your horses. Well done Meg 🌻

[@mils.equestrain6094]

Yh

[@janinegibson3100]

Yes i would never replace my horse like they would i love my 2 boys soo much❤❤😍😍🐎🐴

[@breezycreations]

Yes! Meg your so absolutely amazing 😉

[@breezycreations]

@@janinegibson3100 oh god 😮 I have three mares and four geldings. Also a nine yr old pony mare... uh oh 😆

[@janinegibson3100]

@@breezycreations o god sounds like alot of work

[@emilyanderson9270]

Respect you so much for what you did! Prioritising the horse over everything else ❤️ amazing.

[@L.C123]

Love that you put DD first! Hate it when people get angry and don’t listen to their pony/horse! I have so much respect for you 😊😊

[@HoldingMoneyRansom]

i'm doing horse camp this week and i'm riding a mare and she pins her ears at the geldings and other mares xD i keep trying to pass the other riders but they keep clumping up in a group and its impossible to ride with the jumps there as well.

[@mackenzie8245]

It’s dee dee btw not trying to be rude or anything xx

[@L.C123]

@@mackenzie8245 sometimes she spells it DD and Dee Dee ☺️

[@SpiralMountain]

Just wanted to say that the way you settled her, reassured her, gave her a moment, and then popped her over the upright to finish on a positive after feeling her lose her confidence was so wonderful, and really shows your maturity and sensitivity as a rider. You showed more of your skill and potential in that moment than anything else could have. Deedee is a tremendously honest pony, and you treated her with the respect and sensitivity that she needed from you in that moment. You did well Meg ❤️ (And as a side note it reminded me of when Laragh tripped in that dressage test and you did a similar thing, and the dressage judge remarked how refreshing it was.)

[@april5666]

Meg, you are an amazing human and horsewoman. I really don't like how that nasty instagram post has knocked your confidence in yourself. I could never do what you do, and I doubt many others could either, put themselves and their horses out on KZbin several times a week, week in and week out for the world to comment on. That nasty post along with two unfortunate days is an unfortunate combination. There are always going to be trolls and backseat drivers; and I hope you can just see those things for what they are, i.e. usually someone who is very unhappy with themselves and tries to make themselves feel better by tearing other people down. You are not a brat or if you are ;) it would only be in joking around with you mates. You are a kind and considerate young woman who has mapped your own journey and you do it with grace and aplomb. So many people love you and what you do. I hope you can find an easier way to live with the naysayers :)

[@rutherose23]

And was Meg’s reply?

[@kaitlynarsenault3156]

So much respect for your decision to retire Dee, Meg, and for putting her health above competition. At the same time, I'm really sorry that Chillngton didn't go the way you were hoping - regardless of what people might say, it is still gutting for you after all of your hard work, and it's perfectly valid for you to feel the way you did. Onwards and upwards with your beautiful ponies

[@dianehookham]

This is what attracted me to following you're vloges, you truly care for your horses! Yes I'm watching all your old ones 😊

[@nickygentle9246]

Me too

[@kristingalvin6810]

It doesn’t matter how good or bad you did as long as you had fun I love you Meg!!

[@sea-fieldpony.4556]

Well you ended on a good jump, there is always next time. You will do good next time, just remember you are a brilliant rider and nothing can take away from that. You did SO well to pull her up, great horsemanship! The fact that you’re at CHILLINTON just says how much potential you and your horses have! 😘😘

[@janeminwell4395]

Flabbergasted too with that dressage score, looked great. The stewards could have moved /removed that showjump too. Never mind, that's life!

[@jamesmnaylor]

A good athlete knows when it's not their day and today, you did outstandingly well to recognise that, many wouldn't and would have pushed through. Possible damaging not only them, but the one thing they need more than anything, their horse.

[@isabella2472]

Bad luck with these 2 eventing days but good luck with the future and the foals!

[@andreathompson4295]

That not only shows that you are putting DD first but that shows great sportsmanship,in my opinion you made the right decision for you and your pony 😊❤️

[@margauxnodvin7478]

Just found your channel recently, and have been binge watching all your vlogs in order (I enjoy seeing the progression of you and your ponies). You probably won’t see this comment, as it’s now two years later, but I just wanted to commend you on putting your ponies’ welfare first! You are a true horse woman, unlike SO many riders who seem to just view their mount as a machine and only care about results. Sadly, I’ve seen riders like that across many disciplines of equine sports, including my own (hunter/jumper in the US). It’s so lovely to see someone like you, who truly cares first and foremost about the welfare of your animals. I’ve seen in your previous vlogs how much time, effort, and care you put into your animals, so I’m not surprised that you made the right decision to withdraw Dee. I love you and your channel so much BECAUSE you prioritize your ponies’/horses’ health and safety. Thank you for setting such a fine example for other horse people. Love from the U.S. ❤

[@imlovingthisxxx]

Well done Meg. Its hard to say actually no its not worth doing more. So well done for being brave enough to put your pony's legs and health before anything else. Your love for the ponies is amazing.

[@sandraobenchain8274]

Your comment on the horses do it for us just tickled me, because it is true… once you think about it. You are a wonderful horse mommy retiring for this show to go another day… cheers to you and your mom from across the pond !!!

[@minniemcgibbon3349]

i always love your blogs meg, there is always next year for badminton as well xx

[@abifinnis6608]

Yes total respect for you Meg and loving your mums commentary

[@alexandramaurin7494]

So much respect … you really take the best decisions / care of your horses and no one should think otherwise 💕

[@Jazzvibesicl]

So much respect for you. It’s so tough, but it’s very admirable what you did. Successful people make sensible decisions💖💖

[@showjumpingali9352]

100% respect your decision and happy you can still put her first and not get mad at her you have a true bond with her well done meg 🥰🥺

[@lisaedwards9597]

Good decision Megs. Well done for having that enormous amount of love and respect for the lovely D. 😎

[@miah8436]

I absolutely love that you retired. I bet it was frustrating and I’m sorry but thank you so much for putting your horse first and keeping a positive attitude while you do it! ❤️ I hope more people adopt this mindset with their horses

[@allieglutz9685]

I really love this vlog. Honestly, even though most people say they respect their horses, they don’t show it when it matters. I’ve seen people put tremendous pressure on their horses at events, excessively hit and kick their horses, due to hesitation caused by the horse’s doubt in their rider. But the moment you felt any doubt coming from Dee, you completely disregarded your own feelings about the competition (which, as everyone knows, is extremely hard to do!), comforted her, and then retired. You always seem to know when to push through something, and when to give a little space, which shows great judgement and a true relationship with your horse. I love that you’re completely honest about your disappointment too, because it shows that you adore the sport and competition, but still decided to put your horse, and their trust and respect for you, first. I truly admire you and respect you for your candor.

[@RobinT346]

That's such a kind and compassionate attitude, not just to your horse but to yourself as well.

[@freyajordi1412]

Good choice meg, definatly the right decision, your time will come 💗

[@kateflanders7611]

A mature decision to put your horse first. Thank you for being a good example to others. Being competitive means always wanting the better outcome. I enjoy watching you as an athlete, during the struggle or with success. Thank you for taking the time to share it with us. Hobbit - let’s go to Bicton!

[@hannahpike4510]

This makes me respect you so much more! You put her before you and that's so important.

[@hevshorsestuff]

I know everybody adores Bear and loves watching her (rightly so, she is fabulous!) but I really think that Dee showcases your riding so wonderfully. This will probably seem to you an odd video to say this on but you can really see that Dee takes some really tactful, refined and sympathetic riding, you look so great on her! Such a shame about the ground but you were totally right to do what you did, great show of judgement and horsemanship 👍🥰

[@Randaaa777]

I am so sorry Meg! I think you handled it really well though!!! You are such a great rider and I love watching your videos!

[@charlottewelsh9109]

11:46 the hammering goes perfectly with her canter beat 😂 It's a shame you had to retire but I'm glad you put your ponies first ❤️ Can't win them all! Just as long as u had fun that's all that really matters

[@mylifeeventing204]

Totally agree so happy you are both safe and stay to fight another day 💗💗

[@jessicahigdon3962]

You did an amazing job. Never doubt yourself.

[@daisy-fu3nc]

As long as your both safe that’s the main thing

[@justjacksgirl]

Your horsemanship is on point Meg. The fact that you have such a good connection with all your ponies that you can read their movements and put them first is a credit to you.

[@marneymcgovern4285]

That was a good choice for your pony and that is the main thing😁 DD is awesome and has so much talent, love seeing her go!!! I hope you all go to Bicton!!

[@wcueequestrian.3344]

You did great!DD was awesome,and you did the right thing retiring her❤️🐴You’re a lovely person and never get angry at your horses.🐴😍The thing that matters is that DD’s happy!❤️🐴😍😊

[@angelagray5186]

I think this shows how flipping well you know your horse and could tell she wasn’t right!! 🙏🏻🤍 in the slow mo it looks like she landed quite badly on her fronts after the first jump where she had a pole, so much respect for how you handled it and put your pony’s welfare first totally the right decision 🤍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@annejarvis7002]

I admire you for putting DD first, am not surprised - you & your mum are 'wired' that way - ponies before prizes. Can't have been easy, when you invest so much into your work. By the sounds of it, it was a very wise decision. Safe travels - looking forward to what comes next.🙂

[@Justanotherhorselover]

I love how you care for your ponies

[@sashie1232]

100% agree Dee Dee and all your amazing ponies are so special and I am excited for both babies to be here.

[@jand3793]

You have true partnerships with your horses Meg and you listen to them so sensitively. You are just a massive role model to young riders.

[@millieperzylo]

You must be gutted :/ Keep your hopes up, don’t give up and you WILL get there :D Your doing amazing Meg keep it up ❤️

[@alexandra.200]

Thank you Meg, you inspire me so much tysm ❤️

[@johannebrsted6495]

Smart choice. No reason to risk injury, just to try to qualify. You will get there again.

[@abraxas.equestrian]

Absolute right choice after she crashed through, you could see her hesitation. Total respect for you for putting her first over qualifiers!

[@my_appaloosa_dotty1216]

I love how you always put your ponies first💗

[@keira6509]

The amount of love and care you have for her shows how good of a rider you are! You two are a lovely team and you work well together! You trust one another and know your limits! The fact that you are even at Chillington is amazing! You two have come so far and you will do even better next season!

[@theascott1656]

You seriously are an inspiration Meg, you always take things in your stride and think of the ponies first. We need more people like you in this world ❤️

[@olussxd11]

Love how you care for your babies (horses) so much!!! Super happy you're all good safe and sound ❤️❤️

[@allisonlaker1052]

Well Meg, I’m super impressed with your decision, I know it isn’t the result you wanted but you’ve made the safest decision for yourself and your pony. You will get back to Badminton, I promise!! ♥️

[@gretagiannoccaro4811]

Meg, you care so much about your horses' welfare. I really appreciate your attitude that horses aren't machines, too many riders are too willing to push their horses to the point of breaking. Thankyou for not being one of them ❤️

[@lifeinthesaddle346]

Well done for taking a shot at it 😘❤️ At least you had fun and I sure you’ll have lots more competitions in the future that you can totally smash out the park! Love you so much 💗💗

[@mousemumbles4109]

This is true horsemanship! Much respect love!

[@phoebejohnson7336]

What a wonderful display of horsemanship, massive respect, your horses are very lucky to have you ❤️

[@ponygirl7011]

So true you are amazing Meg!!

[@shilohmills4350]

thank you for showing that not every competition/show goes how you plan it to be. and it goes to show that you really care for your horses and will always put your horses first. also to show that you need to know your horses because something like that could knock your horses confidence or even worse. so thank you for knowing your horse and not setting her back because you have done amazing work with her❤️

[@hceventing]

So nice to see you putting the horse above your dream! Shows how much you love them! ❤️

[@toastandbutterrr]

It might not have been the best couple days ever but the only way is up and of course our ponies health and all that comes first, every time. Respect for retiring her when you needed to ✊ there’s always a next time and you’ll smash it when it comes 🙌👏

[@samanthajeanette9646]

This vlog just shows how much you love and respect your horses. You are truly an amazing equestrian for putting your pony first. DeeDee has a lot of the same expressions as my gelding and I could really see her start to worry going into the double and just get more unsure almost with each stride after that, so good for you for making sure she didn't lose her confidence or her trust in you and also ending on a good fence 👏 there's always more competitions and I'm sure she will be dragging you to the fences at the next one with all the confidence in the world! ❤

[@elainecole6896]

We'll all be following your journey whether it ends up at Badminton or not!! You did what you needed to do to keep your pony safe and we respect your decision ☺️

[@shaedkrk]

I’ve been refreshing your page for 10 minutes waiting for this vlog😎❤️❤️

[@syzygyfarm]

You are SO going to hit 100k subscribers by the end of the year and I can't think of a more deserving person!

[@janl8683]

Ponies wellbeing comes first, so top decision Meg. Hopefully better times ahead 🥰

[@amykent6934]

You 100% did the right thing and you’ve just gained so much respect from many people. Well done for being such a great pony mummy 🐴

[@anntovey4064]

Good for you meg, you did the right thing, you are amazing 👏 xx

[@caylaverity8358]

I am early for once and also I love your horses can't wait for a baby millie and a baby bear , you are such a role model to me please keep up what you are doing xx

[@katieroffe3244]

My respect for you has just sky rocketed. 🚀❤️🥰 you both tired your hearts out but when the ground isn’t at it’s best that’s not your fault, retiring was the best call. Your seriously amazing and your ponys are so fab ☺️ been watching your videos since you started KZbin been here since your Chanel was in the triple digits. I’ve loved watching you grow and I’ve definitely learnt so much from you through out your KZbin career your such a amazing person, don’t let mean people drag you down keep your head held high QUEEN!!!!!!!! 👸👑❤️❤️❤️ sending love to you and Dee 🐴

[@eliflyinghorses7909]

Sending all the love and support for you, Meg! You made a completely right decision, so much respect for that. Dressage looked incredible though! So nice to know that there are people in this sport who truly prioritize horses

[@jessgeffen9084]

Amazing job on getting to 200 vids big achievement love ur channel so much❤️

[@emmadiroberto4160]

You defiantly made the right decision. The horses health always comes first.❤️

[@lemmebeawinnerequestrian7555]

You definitely mad the best decision Meg! Good job putting Dee Dees needs first.

[@catchmeifyouvan7754]

blowing nose I was always told is a sign of stress relief, as in they feel more relaxed and understand the task asked.

[@evecory8946]

Such admiration and respect for you Meg. You made the right decision and it just goes to show you put your horses welfare and safety first. So many don't. Dee really told you she wasn't happy with the ground and you listened. Hobbit is totally right, she has nothing to prove. Your horses are amazing Meg and it's all down to you. Live laugh love you too x

[@georgiawoods6958]

always better safe - well done for doing the right thing ❤️

[@nevaehpiot]

Your such a talented rider and I respect you so much for pulling out. I love seeing equestrians put the horse first. ❤️

[@smoldinowarlock9123]

Well done to you for putting DD first. Not all riders would do that!! The future is bright for you with these very special ponies

[@kathrynthomas9591]

So sorry Meg, but massive respect for your decision, you love your horses and that is the main thing. Good luck with your next event x

[@maddiisamoronx6746]

Bless, such a shame about the other day as well I would have loved to watch! Chin up though bigger and better things to come! Xx

[@amandakinneard1225]

Never rubbish! You're a true horsewoman putting your horse first!

[@my_appaloosa_dotty1216]

So sorry meg ❤️better luck next time

[@Daisy126xx]

We all respect what you did as that was the right thing to do as Dee just stumbled out of one jump and into another ❤️💕🐴

[@amandapersson9069]

You do your best and mistakes will happen. That’s how we learn, from our mistakes. It’s even the best way😉 WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH MEG, NEVER QUIT YOU HAVE US BY YOUR SIDE AND YOU ALWAYS WILL❤️

[@ronja5689]

It makes me happy that you care more about your horses than whether or not you win. I'm sorry this happened but I appreciate that you didnt push her to much a d realised she was having trouble

[@hannahandhorses4858]

DD is such a lovely pony and she tried so hard but sometimes its a little too hard, i really respect what you did, listening to her, not all riders do that.

[@miajordan9094]

Hope things get better with Dee love your channel as well and all the ponies 💞

[@jaynechristy4590]

Great call

[@annieridesagain3867]

I'm so surprised they couldn't alter the jump position given the conditions . Glad you're setting such a good example to the equestrian world with the way you treat your loveable pride and joy.

[@daisy_equestrian427]

bless little dee dee! you made the right decision meg

[@brookehartson7319]

The horse always comes first💜 You and Dee have such a special partnership! I hope you are able to go to Bicton and qualify🤞

[@nelly20120206]

The dressage looked so good, definitely not like a 33! You've produced some seriously amazing ponies!

[@georgia_equestrian1387]

You made the right decision for you and Dee and that’s the most important 😊

[@inkwhiskers9948]

Meg, it was NOT a rubbish vlog. This is how many people think it was not a rubbish vlog | | | | | vvvvv

[@audreypolarwater2969]

I just keep waiting for the sponsor announcement video bc it sounds like it’ll be good!!

[@norris_eq]

Dee dee is the best lol you did better than I ever could and it doesn't matter that it wasn't your best Bc there will be better show and events!

[@donnajeffery8267]

I think you are the best judge for DeDe because I was watching and I could see that it was a bit sticky but I like you would of retired best to be safe than sorry Heath of the pony is more important than placing in a way I know it is nice to get placed and go to these fancy venues but I think you did the best there is always another qualifier so thank you for keeping it real

[@lindaonions8630]

Well done meg 👏 👍

[@dianestubli8245]

So happy that you are a great rider to hear your horse say MOM lets go home please keep ur chin up knows there has been some very unkind things said that have you and ur mom upset never minds those we love you and think you and Hobbit are the greatest we LOVE your Ponies want to see your big smile again HUGS from the USA

[@clodaghkennedy3821]

Well done Meg, there’s always next year x

[@oisinwhelan1277]

I feel you I was doing a big qualifier and I did a really good dressage and retired in the sj