Really, Check Your Pictures and What You're Showing the World

Honestly, I thought I was sort of through with this subject. That people would LEARN on their own after a few nudges from me and maybe from other people. Nope, this one post coming up is a total let down. I would be oh-so-embarrassed to even post this...

http://medford.craigslist.org/grd/1125920681.html

WTF is THIS?? This horse must be an absolute saint to put up with this crap on his back!

First off, there is the riding in shorts...okay, okay, I have ridden in shorts but bareback. I do remember making a few blisters on the inside of my knees and upper inner calves when in a saddle. Still, shouldn't do it.

Second, NO boots?? NO heels to keep the foot from sliding through the stirrup in case of an accident?? Are you frickin' insane? I-d-i-o-t.

Third, are you sure you're sitting down hard enough on his back?? Maybe just a bit harder, scoot back a bit onto his loin. No wait, get behind the motion and plop around a bit.

Fourth, since your upper body isn't following the movement, pull back with all your might on the reins to help balance you....yeah, that's the ticket.

Fifth, your lower leg...good grief. Might as well not be there. Make sure you get that heel just a bit higher, that'll really help your center of gravity (anyone notice my snarky, sarcastic tone there?)

Sixth, are we really this far along??, your poor horse's legs are all a-kimbo. He should at least have his hind legs somewhat together to push off, even if it's only over a bale of hay. Same for his front legs, they should be somewhat together for landing without taking a chance on bowing a tendon or falling down.

Seventh, where the f*ck is your helmet for jumping?? I'm not a helmet person by and large, but for jumping, you ALWAYS wear a helmet.

Eighth, the poor horse must be either in pain or hurting somewhat because his tail is swishing mightily. He's annoyed in some way, rest assured.

Now to the good point, only one but it's a good'un. This horse is an absolute saint. It looks like he'd put up with any ninny that forks him and try to please, no matter if it hurts him. My heart actually goes out to this guy and I truly hope he gets a good home with someone who will actually LEARN about horses and take the time to care for him. His price is either a typo ($1500, get real) or they have stars in their eyes, as it's way too high in this day and age but he's certainly worth something as he seems like he's safe for nincompoops.

I gotta quit writing about this, just plain annoyed over this. Poor horse!