Today we made some great progress. I added the rear cinch to the saddle and let Hercules pack that around for a little bit and then started doing some prepatory work for mounting. Though nervous Hercules did great with it and seemed to settle down rather quickly. We are definitely on our way to having a successful first ride.

Then I decided to have some fun with Hercules and he decided to show off with the hose. I think this horse has decided he really likes water for something else besides washing his feet in his water trough every day. :)