Riding

 I went to the farm today to ride.  I had to take a hiatus from riding for a few months to allow healing from surgery so it was my first riding lesson in forever. My riding lesson tonight was not too brilliant.  I am so unsure of myself!  I have a new riding instructor and she had me ride a huge horse I have never ridden before.  I didn't know which pads, shims, saddle, girth or bridle to use nor how long to make the stirrups.  I felt so needy.  I walked Grey, did some 2 point exercises, managed to trot a couple steps.  My teacher asked if the lesson was okay.  I wish the lesson had gone better.  Oh well.  Lifestyle changes to lower my weight and cholesterol and keep heartburn away are in process and quite successful.  The purpose is to avoid cholesterol medication.  I watch what I eat, do cardio and some strength/toning/firming.