Miles Legacy Mustangs

11/08/2023

An overdue training update on. little Miss Saya. I've had her for 6 weeks now, and my how she is starting to blossom.
Between osteopathy, a big de-worming, my personally made Equine Equalizer product, and lots of love this girl really is proving to be something else. We lost about 2 weeks between rain/mud/bodywork recovery, but we are still chugging right along.
We have been going into the big pasture to do our conditioning and to see the ponds. She came to us weak in the rear end, so I do an exceptional amount of muscular conditioning/physical therapy with her throughout the weeks. Lots of lateral work and crossing over/under. Her improvement on her stability is remarkable.
She started off with an aloof, but willing personality. She really didn't want to be touched, but she would l would allow it. But now she calls me at the gate every morning, and is offended if I don't scratch her b***y like the princess she is. This mare has such an interesting head on her shoulders. She is very open, communicative and trusting. If she doesn't understand she can get a little worried but she comes right out of it with the right guidance. Not a mean bone in her body, and just wants to please.
I can't wait to get her muscled up and riding well enough to hit the trails! Here are some clips from the first 2 rides. First ride was saddled and planned, 2nd ride was impromptu. She is calm as a cucumber and everything went off without a hitch.

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09/19/2023

Well, after taking a year off from training for personal reasons, I am back at it! I had a close friend reach out looking for her dream horse. She has a super specific horse she was looking for, which seemed like a challenge. Game on. About a month of searching, looking, reading networking and driving, we got it done.
A name has yet to be determined, but we gave the green lights for this little blue roan filly. She's a 3 yr old from Antelope Hills WY. Super sweet eye. She's polite and gentle, but not started. So for the next year or so this lovely little lady is gonna be my new buddy. 🥰 I can't wait to document our adventures together! I'm not sure whose more excited. Me or her new mama. Lol

09/17/2023

If you've got mustangs on your mind, just keep holding on to that thought. Mustang Magic Match up will not be an event to miss!
This is a talented group of trainers who have been invited to bring some top notch mustangs to compete for big cash prizes!
You can join the page Mustang Magic 2023. and keep up will all of the competitors and their horses as they work hard to bring their very best to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo!
We can't wait to see you there!

09/06/2022

I'm thankful for mentors that demanded more of me.

They made me aware of my energy, my body, my movements. They guided me to a path of deep personal work, one that I'm still walking and will always be.

They told me that the things I wanted out of my horsemanship were beyond techniques, exercises and equipment. They told me the things I wanted out of my horsemanship resided within me. Covered up with layers of bias, trauma, ego and many more uncomfortable things that I would have to face head on in order to be able to offer my horses my best.

I walk into barns daily where people are buzzing about. They're quick, frazzled, fussing...jerky and abrupt in their movements. Carrying around life's baggage and slopping it all over their horses. Full of tension and insecurity. Hopping from method to method, technique to technique...totally unaware of the root cause of their horsemanship struggles. It's them, it's us, it's me...it's SELF.

You can buy the programs, get the lessons, go to the clinics, pay for the training but until you are willing to take a long hard look in the mirror...you're only going to get so far. If you're a serious student of the horse, I don't think you can avoid it.

You'll be confronted with your own uncomfortable truths at some point...the question is, what will you do about them?

- Terra

09/05/2022

We did it!
Never underestimate a good mare.
If you can win her trust and respect, she'll give you her heart and soul.
I am truly at a loss for words. I am still processing all of the happenings from this weekend.

Willow stepped up and showed her heart out this weekend. That gangly, spaghetti legged black mare that I picked up, that was so terrified of us. I've never had a mustang that scared from the beginning. 60 days in and I was honestly contemplating dropping out of the challenge all together. But Ginger Duke kept insisting "keep going, she's gonna a be good one. Don't give up on her yet"
Just one more day. Just one more session. Every time, for the last 4 of the 12 weeks. I kept saying just one more try, and she repid me 10 fold. I've been involved with mustangs for over 9 years, but I've only been actively training/competing with them on my own for 4. And every year I've done the TIP challenge, and I have finished all over the board. 3rd, 2nd, and dead last.

4th times the charm. Willow knocked it out of the park, and I couldn't be more proud of her.
There would be no way of doing this without such a strong support system. My husband, my parents, my in laws. They always push and encourage me when the going gets tough. They saw the good bad and ugly of the super tough group of horses we had this year. Willow's adopter was also very proud of her sweet mare. I am so thankful for her trust in me with her next 4 legged partner in crime. am so proud of all the trainers who made it and finished strong. This year was hard, and I am overjoyed that we all got to take this journey together. I love the Texas Tip Challenge, it is easily one of the biggest highlights of my year.
I had a goal to win a simple goal to win a TIP challenge before I took on an EMM. Now that I have proven to myself of some of the things I am capable, it's on to play with the big dogs in the future. I can't wait.

08/12/2022

Yesterday Willow had a wonderful work on flatwork. I haven't really pushed her in the past couple weeks, just letting her settle and really get comfortable with my existence.
Slow is fast in horse training.
Yesterday was the first day she has let me pick up, hold and clean all 4 feet without tugging or walking away. She's been side passing away on both sides, but Yesterday she learned in about 5 minutes how to side pass towards me, instead of away. She was really confused by trotting in hand but she picked it up super quick. She's starting to cross over well in her pivots, and her halts and back are fairly smooth. She is making up for lost time in leaps and bounds. Her confidence is growing and her sweet and loving personality is starting to shine. She loves asking what's next, and she might throw in some extra strides and leaps when she is feeling extra spicy.
We also found out she LOVES the water. We took her to the pond after about a 1.5 hr session and she climbed right in. She kept looking at me like "are you coming?" The cherry on top was her getting to hand graze the super green grass where my sons sprinkler is. That was a real treat.
Willows stranger danger is starting to get better. She's always been wary of people, but she let my working student approach, love on and even do some pressure point work on her neck. The picture speaks for itself. She's a fan 😅
We are starting the long prep work for our freestyle, which we are super excited about. So we hope all will go well. Just a couple more weeks and we'll get to see our old friends and make some new ones! We are excited!

08/09/2022

08/09/2022

ATTENTION MUSTANG LOVERS:
Due to a change in circumstances, Angus has become available for adoption!! But, before you jump on board, let me tell you a little bit about him.

Angus is one of my two Texas Tip Challenge horses. He's a 6yr old, gaited, black and white pinto mustang gelding from Pancake HMA. He was just gathered in March of 2022, and gelded in April.

Now I know it's easy to get caught up in his Casanova appearance. When he is relaxed he has such a soft eye, and pleasant energy. But the hard part is getting him there. Angus started out as a pretty wild child (let's be honest it was to be expected). He was, and still is, snorty. I'm half way convinced that's just how he breathes. I like to think that we have him past the more difficult humps of learning to mind his manners. Angus needs a home with a LEADER. He needs a mustang savy home with someone who is knows how to read them well. His signs of communication are there, but you have to know how to listen to him. Once he starts to understand you, he actually has a "what do you want me to do now" curiosity and willingness. He just needs a firm but patient hand to ensure him that point. With the right trainer and consistency I think he will make someone a decent partner. If I was in my usual circumstances, I dont think he would have any issues coming along in a timely manner. But, his fear was not going to allow him to fit in comfortably in his first potential home, and with the circumstances I have this year as a trainer. He is almost TIP broke. We are just addressing the topic of his feet.
Angus is currently available for a small training fee, which will increase overtime as his training progresses. If you think Angus is the guy you are looking for, please pm me. I would love to talk more about him, and find him his perfect match.
-Must have a blm approved application

08/04/2022

You guys, it finally happened. Angus finally decided to join up. His entire energy was different today. He was forward, and was willing. He wasn't snorty, or darting at the smallest movement. Today was the first time I've felt confident enough with him to ask for a foot, And he gave me 2! He's asking what is next. He picked up on his side pass and FINALLY came around to love and affection. I have been telling him since day 1, that life is easier if you just let me love you...He's game for it now. It took a good deal of help from other trainers who have more experience with horses like him. With help and guidance we are finally on the way to success! We have some catching up to do, but I have faith in him.
I know to some it seems silly that I get as emotionally invested in these horses as I do, but it's my passion. Each journey I go through with these mustangs has been a different experience. Just as soon as I feel like Ive got it, I'm thrown the curve ball to learn something new. I'd be lying if I said I hadnt doubted myseld or my abilities since I got him. But then we get a win. But what kind of horsewoman would I be if I wasnt constantly puahing to better myself and my abilities?

So for those of you that follow our ups and downs, we appreciate you.
So delight in this adorable video update. 🥰🥰🥰