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RESULTS: 1st place in the Working Class! So excited!
DD Vogue at the 2013 Falcon Creek Equestrian Breed Showcase .

It was a mad scramble to get Vogue ready and loaded for the show. Having stumbled upon the show's brochure in a pile of to-be-discarded mail Leora nearly lost her head at the opportunity to show not only at such a varied show but at the chance to show so close to home. Del Mar, mere hours from where Holcomb Valley Acres was located, was practically a hop, skip, and a jump away compared to those other, pesky shows they had traveled to!

Of course, Jack wanted nothing to do with it. Despite the close proximity, he didn't want to push the newly-shipped mare so soon after her arrival. Besides, he was going out to look at some yearlings he had heard about from a friend in Texas. But Leora would not be told no. After much begging and pleading (and quite a bit of whining), Jack finally gave the young woman the okay. Just to shut her up.

So last minute calls and paperwork were completed and, with gusto, the new addition to HVA's herd and her rider now stood off to the side, waiting for the last of the pleasure and Western horses to finish their rounds. Vogue, a seasoned show mare, stood with ears pricked. The Friesian was calm but clearly alert, proof that she was still more than ready for what would potentially be her last showing season. Leora took the mare in a circle, keeping her mount warmed up. It was the first time Leora had traveled to a show without Jack around but things had gone smoothly thus far. Still, the nerves had begun to settle in the pit of her stomach. It was all she could do to keep herself from fidgeting too much. No need to get Vogue all tensed up.

But when their names were called and the music started, it appeared that the anxious blonde would have little effect on the graceful mare she rode upon. Vogue, showing her previous seasons as a show horse, struck out across the arena. Back and forth, to and fro, she moved in time with the music; elegant legs that knew where they needed to be burst into a high-legged trot when Leora had only just begun to think about cuing her. Vogue had their routine memorized. She only needed a rider to keep appearances.

So the blonde relaxed, letting the Friesian mare take her for a ride. They weren't competing anymore. They were dancing.

Originally, I had passed over this show due to shortage of time. But then, curious as I am, I looked at where the show was being held and AMG DEL MARRR. I've been there! -dies- Since it is so incredibly close to where my stables are supposed to be located, it would just be unrealistic if Leora didn't manhandle Jack into letting her go. Plus, it was a good excuse as any to get Vogue's show season started.

Once again, I feel that my humans sort of mar the artwork of the horse but I can only hope to improve that with time. I'm just glad I was able to finish it before the deadline -- it was certainly the closest I've ever come to not finishing! -wipes sweat from brow- I don't think I'll be able to get her into the conformation class but at least this one is finished. Now I get to start on all my fun Halloween-themed pieces!

ORACTUALLYFINISHVOGUESREFERENCEAMGGGGGG!!!

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RESULTS: 1st place in the Working Class! So excited!
DD Vogue at the 2013 Falcon Creek Equestrian Breed Showcase .

It was a mad scramble to get Vogue ready and loaded for the show. Having stumbled upon the show's brochure in a pile of to-be-discarded mail Leora nearly lost her head at the opportunity to show not only at such a varied show but at the chance to show so close to home. Del Mar, mere hours from where Holcomb Valley Acres was located, was practically a hop, skip, and a jump away compared to those other, pesky shows they had traveled to!

Of course, Jack wanted nothing to do with it. Despite the close proximity, he didn't want to push the newly-shipped mare so soon after her arrival. Besides, he was going out to look at some yearlings he had heard about from a friend in Texas. But Leora would not be told no. After much begging and pleading (and quite a bit of whining), Jack finally gave the young woman the okay. Just to shut her up.

So last minute calls and paperwork were completed and, with gusto, the new addition to HVA's herd and her rider now stood off to the side, waiting for the last of the pleasure and Western horses to finish their rounds. Vogue, a seasoned show mare, stood with ears pricked. The Friesian was calm but clearly alert, proof that she was still more than ready for what would potentially be her last showing season. Leora took the mare in a circle, keeping her mount warmed up. It was the first time Leora had traveled to a show without Jack around but things had gone smoothly thus far. Still, the nerves had begun to settle in the pit of her stomach. It was all she could do to keep herself from fidgeting too much. No need to get Vogue all tensed up.

But when their names were called and the music started, it appeared that the anxious blonde would have little effect on the graceful mare she rode upon. Vogue, showing her previous seasons as a show horse, struck out across the arena. Back and forth, to and fro, she moved in time with the music; elegant legs that knew where they needed to be burst into a high-legged trot when Leora had only just begun to think about cuing her. Vogue had their routine memorized. She only needed a rider to keep appearances.

So the blonde relaxed, letting the Friesian mare take her for a ride. They weren't competing anymore. They were dancing.

Originally, I had passed over this show due to shortage of time. But then, curious as I am, I looked at where the show was being held and AMG DEL MARRR. I've been there! -dies- Since it is so incredibly close to where my stables are supposed to be located, it would just be unrealistic if Leora didn't manhandle Jack into letting her go. Plus, it was a good excuse as any to get Vogue's show season started.

Once again, I feel that my humans sort of mar the artwork of the horse but I can only hope to improve that with time. I'm just glad I was able to finish it before the deadline -- it was certainly the closest I've ever come to not finishing! -wipes sweat from brow- I don't think I'll be able to get her into the conformation class but at least this one is finished. Now I get to start on all my fun Halloween-themed pieces!

ORACTUALLYFINISHVOGUESREFERENCEAMGGGGGG!!!