We are going to Parelli School

Something happened last week that I really wasn't expecting.  I had a plan in place, and I REALLY like being organised.  My plan was to work really hard this year and progress to the point where I would be ready to take the Fast Track course as a prerequisite to become a Parelli Professional in 2012.  The courses were full this year with a good waiting list, so chances were slim.  I could deal with that, and in the longer term plan shorter term goals.

But last week, I got a phone call from the Parelli office.  I was told that due to cancellation I could have a place on the Fast Track in June.....JUNE!!!  Like 10 weeks away and just round the corner.  So after my initial shock, I put my feet back on the ground,  and said....'Ha, no way will I get time off work and they like need an answer tomorrow, no chance'.  But figured, don't ask don't get and sent an e-mail to my boss with a leave request for a month off.  Guess what....oh yes, I got the time off!

I then had to consider the financial implication, but Ian, my poor suffering husband, said sod the money!  I didn't need to be told twice.  I have accepted the place, I have booked my accommodation for the month, just need to find a lorry to get Jack up there, and we are set!

I then had a lesson with Terri, my instructor, yesterday.  Realised how much work I have to do.  Every bone and muscle in my body ached after a 3 hour training session.  But I am going to work hard.  Go miles out of my comfort zone and do the best I can.  I know that if I am not good enough this year, I can still return next.  But hey, I will try!