Another busy weekend for the Lambregts family. First the dogs of the neighbours arrived, for a weekend of dog sitting (see also post of 13 May 2013). They definitely like it (lots of attention!), but have to suffer a little bit due to the much longer walks they have to make. Especially since we bought a "dog ball thrower", a very popular device of Dutch dog owners. Perfect for the beach, as we can throw a tennis ball much further than normal, and let Britt run a bit. This is something we have to take easy, otherwise we risk having to carry a pretty heavy dog home. Piet and Mary took Britt and little Fleur to the beach twice, the second time under the enjoyment of a heavy rain shower (with a beautiful rainbow!).
On Saturday Piet participated in the Rabo Beach Challenge for the fourth time; two loops on the beach, from Scheveningen to Katwijk and back. This time the weather was perfect, 5 degrees, little wind and even some sunshine. There were 1300 other cyclists, and Piet finished his 44 km in a little more than 2 hours.
On Sunday the girls did their first dressage exams with Beau, after nearly 2 years of ownership. They practiced during the week, and passed the F6 (Dorien) and F8 tests (Paula) without too many problems, for Beau this level is still a piece of cake. His limit is the rider on his back! Next time Mary will have a go as well.
Fleur, Piet and Britt and the "dog ball thrower"
Piet finishing on Scheveningen boulevard
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