Riding lesson with Riley

Today I went to Wolfe City and had lesson number 4 with Riley and her horse Si. She is steadily improving on her saddling and groundwork skills, and she has a very natural seat. I explained the biomechanics of a horses gaits to her and asked if she wanted to trot. She was very scared and nervous so instead I got on Si and trotted him for her so she could see it. This helped her have the confidence to try it and she successfully trotted both ways on the lunge line! I am very proud of her. Can't wait till our lesson next week!