I'd really love to know what she's thinking. L's take on things is, I'm sure, most interesting. Yes yes I know she's fat.
L isn't a very spooky horse. When she becomes...concerned...she will most likely stop. And stare. And stare. And stare. My trainer describes it as "processing" and sometimes it can go on for minutes. My trainer also says I shouldn't let her do that. But I've learned over years it's something she really does need to do. It's a bit of an art knowing when she's had enough.
I can usually tell when she's had enough. And I know exactly what will set her off.
Here.
A neat stack of logs in the woods..
One day some kids were playing nearby and they left some small stones in a neat pile by the side of the driveway. Yes you guessed it. She had to stop and stare at those stones. I would so love to know what (on earth..) she's thinking.
And I know that bucket by the door. The blue one. If it was red yesterday I'm ready for her...
Edited to add: And I swear she knows what "It's just turkeys!" means (said in my "stop being ridiculous" tone of voice).
It seems that L's sister M has the exact same reaction and to similar things. And you're absolutely right about them needing that processing time. I know M is ready to move on when she gives a big exhale and drops her head. Before that, her feet don't move!
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