Monthly Archives: May 2010

Due to rain – lots of rain, even the arena had standing water and we were not able to play. So Paul and I went into D.C.  I have been wanting to buy a book from the National Museum of … Continue reading →

After the first 4 chukkers, we watched the red and blue teams play the last 2.  I really enjoy watching the play, and learn from it .

I was much more in the game today, 4 chukkers in a row, had one good goal assist. Capitol Polo reserved a spot at the Potomac Hunt Races.  Here is a photo from the Preakness Ladies Open Flat:

It was a beautiful day!   74, light breeze, sun.  Very fun practice, chukkers 1,2,3,4 in a row.  I am getting stronger and a little faster, although Laura says “aggressive!”  and “anticipate the play” and “hustle!”  I love Laura she … Continue reading →

During last winter’s blizzard I sat in front of the fire and read Gabriel García Márquez:       A Life by Gerald Martin.  This quote struck me, “His works almost always include the theme of waiting, which is, of course, merely … Continue reading →

Marcos worked with me on my riding in the indoor arena.  He had me work on a canter in larger and smaller circles, and on stopping and turning.  When stopping, plant your feet forward and sit down in the saddle. … Continue reading →

I was the only actual mother on the field for the Mother’s Day Game. It was so rough. Windy as hell, and fast as hell. We got clobbered 6 to 1. Laura, who is my former instructor playing on the … Continue reading →

And to all women in the world, I wish you strength and stamina – and speed! Love, Susan

Saturday we played with sustained winds of 25 – 30.  Really hard to keep my mallet up.  I played on the Legal polo team with Theresa, Marissa and Juan Carlos – all very strong players.  I held in there, but … Continue reading →

This book, Go, Dog, Go! by P.D. Eastman is one of my favorites.  It describes our after polo parties. Here is a picture of Buddy, Marissa’s rescue daschund.  He is adorable!