Today was a gorgeous and sunny day in Belgium! The horses all rested up and had an easy flat after their jumping schools yesterday. This afternoon the Nooren family, Lizzy, the riders, the grooms, and the two Belgian boys who work for Henk (Constantine and Theo) gathered outside the barn for a barbecue. We had a bit of trouble getting the grill started because we forgot to buy lighter fluid. Karl and Nick were still determined to get a good fire going! They tried using newspaper, wood, and even vodka to move things along but it took at least an hour for the coals to heat up. Finally the grill was ready and the boys started cooking giant sausages for everyone! Jen and I helped Lizzy make a salad, and once the sausages were done everyone sat down to eat. The meal was delicious and it was great to spend time with Lizzy before she leaves us. Everyone is going to miss her!
Michele Grubb, our Chef D'Equipe for the next two weeks, arrives tomorrow and all the riders will school the water to get ready for Reims next weekend. We leave for the show on Wednesday!
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