Something's up

I arrived at the barn to find TJ and Rhett inside having their breakfast. Richard told me that Penny wanted to turn them loose in the big paddock that morning. He told her to wait until I arrived as this was going to be a major photo opportunity! We were not disappointed!

First Day in the Big Paddock

When the boys were turned loose in the paddock, Rhett took off running! He was having a blast. We enjoyed the show too!
His movement is beautiful, poetry in motion. I had to pinch myself a couple times as I couldn't believe that beautiful horse was mine!
Rhett is really enjoying his new field, the space to run and being able to frolick. TJ is even getting in on the fun and going for a romp as well.

First Day in the Big Paddock

Rhett was really enjoying playing and running! A couple times he decided to tease us by running up to us. What a feeling to have such a magnificant animal come running up to you like that. It was such a joy to watch.

First Day in the Big Paddock

First Day in the Big Paddock

First Day in the Big Paddock

First Day in the Big Paddock

First Day in the Big Paddock

First Day in the Big Paddock!

He's such a handsome boy, sometimes I find it hard to believe he's mine!
Here is TJ, Rhett's buddy!
A thoughtful moment...

Rhett's best buddy TJ

Rhett and TJ have been best of buddies since I first put them together. TJ keeps Rhett in line and also teaches him lots of good stuff. TJ is an older guy, I'm guessing in his late 20's. He's a real sweetie! Hey, got anymore of those treats!

In the Arena...

Rhett and I had been working on an "aversion" he has of one end of the arena we ride in. Penny suggested turning them out in the arena for a few days so he could get used to it. I worked with him in there. He was allowed some yummy treats but he had to eat them beside the dreaded creaky door!
TJ doesn't know what all the fuss is!
He felt relaxed enough to have a good roll!

Enjoying some early spring warmth

Talk about totally relaxed or what! I think its safe to say that Rhett feels happy and content in his new home!