Kyle said as he helped her down off the horse. “Next week, we’ll practice commands.” She nodded as she reached the ground. She pointed to the stands and waved. Her mother instantly waved back. “Time to give Nutmeg her reward for doing such a good job. There’s a basket of apples by the barn door. You can give her one after take her to the water barrel.” Again, she nodded, then she hugged him quickly and grabbed the Nutmeg’s reins. She walked toward the gate opening toward the barn. “I’ll be right there, Kassie.” He headed toward Jemma before she made it to the barn. Nervous parents, he mused. “I know I look silly, but there’s too many rocks,” she said, pointing down at her bare feet. They were pretty feet from what he could tell, since they were covered with dirt. A hot pink nail color caught his attention. “I’m wearing flats next week,” she promised. “Sensible. Kassie did great today. She seems very at ease with the animals,”
