Back in the Saddle

Rode for the first time in a couple of weeks. A quiet ride. Casino was well-behaved until we were coming down & went off the main trail. He started picking at the grass as he went by, and then began to toss his head. Then he bit Daisy on the butt. Fortunately she took it in stride. He got a good thwack for that with the crop -- and then he was perfect.

I need to remember that I'm the boss and that I need to stop him from misbehaving before he starts. I did, too, at the beginning, but he got away from me. It's my insecurity that makes believe I can't take charge, but when I do, I do well.