#EventerProblems Vol. 120: Why Can’t Anything Just Be Simple?

Horse life can be dramatic, almost like something out of a movie.

How your first #waterobstacle feels like #eventerproblems

A post shared by Colleen Mills (@mills0898) on May 30, 2017 at 4:08am PDT

Your 1st course walk of the season #eventersofinstagram #eventerproblems

A post shared by Colleen Mills (@mills0898) on May 30, 2017 at 4:09am PDT

When #Eventers show up in shorts for the 1st time #blindedbythelight #eventerproblems

A post shared by Colleen Mills (@mills0898) on May 30, 2017 at 5:41am PDT

It’s easy to wish that everything could be a little more predictable. You know — fewer plot twists and turns, and a guaranteed happy ending. But where would the fun be in that? Embrace the comedic chaos. Here’s your latest batch of #EventerProblems.

#eventerproblems

A post shared by Katrina Holt (@katrina.holt15) on Jun 4, 2017 at 12:46pm PDT

Marley tried to steal my margarita! #badpony #eventerproblems #eventer #ottbsofinstagram

A post shared by Lizzie Harder (@eventerlizzie) on May 29, 2017 at 10:01am PDT

Trainer head tilt. For some odd reason 99.8% of all horse trainers do this when teaching. Why? 📷 @ivyaugusta #eventing #equestrian #eventerproblems

A post shared by Mari Kerola (@furbat) on Jun 4, 2017 at 3:37pm PDT

When your new dressage whip is delivered to work #eventerproblems

A post shared by Shannon Daily (@skichamonix) on Jun 7, 2017 at 11:27am PDT

Every time I get a new pair of shoes, I say, "I'm NOT wearing these to the barn, so I can keep one pair nice!" And then 6 hours later I ruin them at the barn. #eventerproblems

A post shared by Jen Robertson (@jenrobertsonaltamonte) on Jun 7, 2017 at 4:57pm PDT

And this is just one locker.. #eventerproblems

A post shared by Katherine Anne (@kaaatherineanne) on Jun 7, 2017 at 12:34pm PDT

Its like hes never seen a horse in a field before #montyproblems #eventerproblems

A post shared by megmurfey (@megmurfey) on Jun 7, 2017 at 9:33am PDT

There is something very wrong with this…. #horseriderproblems #eventerproblems #donteverdothis #youwilldie #nojustno

A post shared by Sweetsoutherenbus (@sweetsouthernbus) on Jun 7, 2017 at 9:16am PDT

Horse show weekend feat. margaritas, leaping ponies, and a bruised toe & ego #neverboring #eventerproblems

A post shared by Rachel Bisaillon (@rachel_bisaillon) on May 29, 2017 at 10:20am PDT

All. The. Time. #eventerproblems #horses #weather #storms #equestrianproblems #horsesofinstagram

A post shared by Amy Nelson Eventer Official (@amynelsoneventer) on Jun 5, 2017 at 7:18pm PDT

When you try to dress your kid well, but he uses poo for a pillow. #facepalm #dapplegrey #aqha #aqhadressage #appendix #ogilvyequestrian #antares #eventerproblems #greyhorseproblems

A post shared by Lindsey Burns (@redheadlins) on Jun 5, 2017 at 9:28pm PDT

Sorry for the pics of my horses butt. But I mean come on! Look at that booty muscle! #eventerproblems #fitpony #eventer #aqha

A post shared by Amanda (@aqhaeventer) on May 29, 2017 at 1:11pm PDT

My minions sure know fashion! #barngirlproblems #barnfashion #eventerproblems

A post shared by Erin Gallagher (@flyingbequestrian) on Jun 6, 2017 at 11:02am PDT

#eventerproblems #tallhorse #marylandsmostwantedthoroughbred #hesluckyhescute #andcanjumpthemoon

A post shared by Lucas & Stilts & Bitsy (@longdogs_tallhorse) on Jun 6, 2017 at 3:50am PDT

If this isn't any indication for how my week is going so far I don't know what is #noonewantstowearshoesthisweek #eventerproblems #notthesamehorse #🙃

A post shared by Sarah Stinneford (@sarahstinnefordeq) on Jun 7, 2017 at 8:08am PDT

Noosh shook his head and his bridle fell off. #whoops #eventerproblems #TBMakeover #ottb #whoaracehorse #nooshstale #ponyclubfail #ipromisehewasafierceracehorse

A post shared by Clare (@claremansmann) on Jun 7, 2017 at 10:12am PDT

"Breaking" in a new saddle. #EventerProblems #tackcleaninglevelexpert #goodthingitfits #kentandmasters

A post shared by SunriseLadyOfTheArcticFire (@sunriseladyofthearcticfire) on May 30, 2017 at 7:51am PDT

That's okay Tony, I didn't wanna do dressage in this heat either…‍♀️ #pulledshoes #icantfindthedamnshoe #eventerproblems #ottb #thoroughbred #eventersofinstagram #thoroughbredsofinstagram #equestrian #eventer #eventing #eventhorse #eventingsunnyfl #horsesofinstagram #showjumping #dressage #crosscounty

A post shared by EMB.eventing (@emb.eventing) on May 30, 2017 at 9:56am PDT

When you and your #horse have the same foot infection treatment. #eventerproblems #eventing #barnlife #equestrianproblems #equestriansofinstagram #epsomsalt

A post shared by Wendy Angel (@ridingwithscissors) on May 30, 2017 at 5:46pm PDT

When you're out in a white box and you don't know why. Poor Raff was quite confused by it all. #eventerproblems #eventing #eventing #stockhorsesofinstagram #stockhorse #younghorse #baby #MarengoPark #idunno

A post shared by Stacey Briggs (@stacey_briggs_eventing) on May 31, 2017 at 3:19am PDT

#nightfeed #eventerproblems would you like a baby with that hay?

A post shared by Katherine Anne (@kaaatherineanne) on May 31, 2017 at 5:48pm PDT

I guess our dressage school wasn't that tiring after all, right Charlie? • • • • • • #eventerproblems #crazypony #offthetrack #otsb #standie #standy #standie #standardbred #standardbreds #standardbredsofinstagram #horse #horses #horsesofinstagram #canada #eventing

A post shared by Alexandria (@_abtiff) on May 31, 2017 at 6:04pm PDT

A month of feed…for one horse…but that horse is a thoroughbred #myhorseeatsbetterthanido #paydaygroceryshopping #eventerproblems #allIboughtformewasayoghurt

A post shared by Jessica Solo (@precision_stride_eventing) on May 31, 2017 at 8:34pm PDT

Because it's spring and I'm allergic to every single green plant on this earth. My face looks like Sloth from the Goonies. This is my breakfast. Don't judge me. #redbull #breakfast #eventerproblems #allergies #poisonivy #amynelsoneventer #areaiveventing

A post shared by Amy Nelson Eventer Official (@amynelsoneventer) on Jun 1, 2017 at 6:19am PDT

You know those rides when you arrange to have it videotaped and it's a super windy day, there's a giant tarp flapping beside the ring, and the cows show up to cheer you on….you have to love the journey with horses #horses #equestrianproblems #eventerproblems #equestrian #cows #cheeringsection #lovethejourney

A post shared by Carolyn Horner (@ponynamed_peanut) on Jun 1, 2017 at 9:05am PDT

Signs of summer riding: high velocity fans, ice boots, and an exhausted yawning pony. ☀️ #sweatfromheadtotoe #whydoidothis #eventerproblems #whentrainersattack #waterfordeventing

A post shared by Emmalie Clapp (@emmalieclappapa) on Jun 1, 2017 at 12:48pm PDT

Only the ones with horses #eventerproblems

A post shared by Desert Lure (@desert_lure) on Jun 1, 2017 at 6:18pm PDT

✅ polishing ✅ #instawine #eventerproblems #neverready

A post shared by Chris (@jumpthebigsky) on Jun 1, 2017 at 7:18pm PDT

Notice how nothing is checked off yet? I'm a pro at the last minute packing… #ironhorse #ironhorseridingacademy #eventerproblems #lastminute #procrastination #horseshowlife #eventing

A post shared by A. Fix | Iron Horse Eventing (@ajackfix) on Jun 1, 2017 at 8:58pm PDT

"Mom! Stop! I don't want all the girls to see me like this! So embarrassing! It's not funny!" Thoughts of Acacia while trying to stay clean for dressage day at The Colorado Horse Park tomorrow! #eventer #elmspringacacia #eventhorse #greyhorseproblems #eventerproblems #ilovemyjob #viewfrommyoffice #bodynsoulequestrian @coloradohorsepark

A post shared by Body N Soul (@bodynsoul_equine) on Jun 1, 2017 at 9:06pm PDT

It's such a shame the view from my office is so ugly… #millbrookproblems #eventerproblems

A post shared by Emma Kate Lomangino (@emmalomangino) on Jun 2, 2017 at 9:18am PDT

Yes, this is a 5yo OTTB 😂 You'd think he was 20, I swear 👴🏻 (I'm not complaining!) ❤️

A post shared by jmk (@ottbs_n_pitties) on Jun 2, 2017 at 8:16am PDT

Fridays at the office, all serious work @dressinggownandall #eventerproblems @goeventing

A post shared by Jocelyn Adams (@jocadams) on Jun 2, 2017 at 1:17pm PDT

Just a little drive thru service for my lame Pretty Purple Alien Princess 😍🐴 #missbaileymare #horsenation #eventersofinstagram #eventerproblems

A post shared by Brittany Walford (@mrs_walford) on Jun 3, 2017 at 8:12am PDT

#wickedpatty has some thoughts about boot camp already….. @iride_missp your girl is just too cute! 🐎😄 #nothanks #nottoday #tootired #fancyprancingishard #thoroughbred #eventerproblems #ottb #makingachampion #lonestarfarmwi

A post shared by Tanya Schickowski (@schickbaby19) on Jun 5, 2017 at 8:01am PDT

Things that the big, brave eventer finds even more terrifying when it's raining: everything. #dorado #ottb #eventer #eventerproblems #meanmommadehimworkintherain #theskyisfalling #apocalypsenow #itstheendoftheworldasweknowit

A post shared by Erica Spradling (@xbetterbesocialx) on Jun 5, 2017 at 4:20pm PDT

Get to work after your ride to find you'd left your work clothes at home #eventerproblems #atleastitdidntrain #horseyaromaintheofficetoday

A post shared by Kate (@mackate3kids) on Jun 5, 2017 at 6:17pm PDT

You know your an eventer when your "summer bod" means a nice top line #eventing #eventingnation #eventerproblems

A post shared by Lyndsey Stull (@lyndseystull) on Jun 5, 2017 at 7:36am PDT

When your celebratory pic is photobombed by your grumpy kid 😝 #eventerproblems #ottbpride #chroniclesofrigby

A post shared by Hannah Schofield (@hannah2ana) on Jun 3, 2017 at 10:11am PDT

How to make your roadwork adventurous. Tossed shoe and then further on have a thorn branch tangle up under his tail. Yee-haw!!!! Time to order some @majykequipe bell boots for the road! #adventure #dontbuckmeoff #lostshoe #trotset #eventerproblems #aloantime #chestnutsarethebestnuts #believeinmajyk

A post shared by smartequine (@smartequine) on Jun 3, 2017 at 6:21pm PDT

Go Eventing.