Touch n GO Farm

Hi GiGi, Iam so happy I found u ,I have searched fir u a long time. I will never forget what you did for me for Christmas 1983 ! You wanted to share ur dream of owning a horse and did so by giving me Dewey ! He was the best horse anyone could ever want there will never be another horse like him in my life! He brought such happiness to me and also to my children . I had them on him before they were walking and now 2 out of the 3 have the need to be with horses too . I just can't say thank u enough for all u did for my whole family ! U gave my dad a job when his job folded up and moved out , building stall doors laying carpet and odd jobs. I wish my girls would have got to know u as I did at bit by bit . I know they would love u ! They say some people that walk through ur life leave footprints on ur heart well, I have to say ur footprints were stomped into mine! I will always cherish u and be thankful for all u taught me , thank u. Ur old student in pa. Stacy heimer moser

I enjoyed reviewing Dressage Today 2008, as I discovered your article on giving to achieve the RightContact and went on to read your career history on this website.
I rode recreationally on western horses from 16-40yrs old and have been riding dressage for the past 12 years. Having a schoolmaster the past year has allowed me to forge ahead and really develop the correct feel/contact. Still hungry to learn more especially since time is relevant and I must do it while I am 'relatively young' I just wanted to say "thank-you" for sharing your story and highlights. I too have noticed a huge difference in teaching styles and my current coaches, Dagmar Fortmuller and Patty Hambling are transforming my riding. All the best to you for 2010.
Sincerely,
Jackie Bolso.
Please feel free to contact me if you ever come to Calgary - I train at AspenCreek Training Center which is south of Calgary 5 minutes and only 10 minutes from Spruce Meadows.

Hi Gigi,
I will always remember the Bit by Bit days.Actually, they are the ones I most remember. It was great seeing you and Cassidy at Jane's last year( at least I think it was last year).You told me to keep riding. I still have Dante'. I also acquired a National Show Horse from Nannette a few years ago.I may not be a gold medal winnner or a big trainer, whatever I am I have to give credit and thanks to you for being such an important part of my life.

Congratulations to Gigi and Cassidy!!! Job well done last weekend!!! Gigi, you better watch out because your girl is right behind you.
Kelly

Hello from Hob Nob Hill Farm!

Hi Gigi!

I'm so glad to have discovered your website, and it was great hearing from you! Thank you for all your patience and hard work in teaching me; it has made for unforgettable memories.
I'll be sure to keep up on all your news; best of luck to you and your family throughout the rest of the year!

Fondly,
Sharon

Just diggin up friends
And playing with ponies in nissland

HEY GIGI,

I HOPE YOU KNOW THAT I WILL ALWAYS APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU'VE DONE FOR ME IN MY LIFE!!! GOD BLESS YOU!

LOVE,
JANE

Hey-

what a fantastic story about Buttercup and Hot Legs! I am a palomino owner myself, and my young mare has a lot in common with your Buttercup. I hope she will be 43 as well, but that must have been quite a miracle!
I have come across Hot Legs a couple of times when "studying" horse pedigrees, and know i finally found the fantastic horse!:)

well, I just had to comment on your lovely, unfortunately late, palominos.
They are absolutely stunning!

Best regards-

Rebecca, Denmark

I always look forward to my clinics with Gigi even though I burn @ 10,000 calories. As a former student of another Mikolka student, I am never disapointed. Gigi has a great eye for both the horse and rider and never falls short of corrective excercises.

My Father In Law adopted a Rescue Gelding by the name of Glitter Bonanza AQHA Registered By Sire Glitter Please TB and by a AQHA Mare Ms Rosey Bonanza Hes 15.3 hands golden Palomino Gelding Gorgeous with Looks and Temperment . Headopted him for a pet and companion to his QH Mare not knowing what a great bloodline he carried . Its Great I just wanted you to know How beautiful Glitter Please Son was . Thanks Kim

Hi Gigi...just wanted to say thank-you for a wonderful lesson and making me proud of myself and whatever horse I sit on, regardless of the breed or skill level!

i found gigi on the internet, & have become a great fan of her accomplishments, her integrity, & her values. i wish i were closer, so that i could take advantage of her instruction. gigi is an inspiration to people who are born without a silver spoon, but born instead with a silver spur. a silver spur is a compulsion & obsession to make horses a part of one's life. it is also an obsession to continue to the best of our abilities to increase our knowledge & understanding of the horse for HIS benefit, not for our personal gain. i hope the rest of you know how very lucky you are to have met gigi.

When I was younger I was a student of Gigi's at Bit by Bit farm for many years. You helped me stay away from the bad things that kids get into at that age, helped me feed my love for horses and build my confidence as a person. Gigi, I only wish you farm was closer because I would love to be riding again! Thank you for giving me a place to hang out and a role model to look up to while I was growing up.

Jenn Picinich
former student from Bit by Bit in the 1980's

I happened upon your website and started to read all of horses stories and found many of them very touching, especially early on in your career. Thank you for sharing...

I enjoyed reading your journal just now. I appreciate the update on the clinic with Carl. Sounds like fun. Made me wish I had something to ride.

Gigi,
I really appreciate that you came out to Applewood Farm to get me started with my new young Wurttemberg warmblood "Forrest Gump". It's quite a difference from my beloved Arabian Beau to this hot-shot big mover, and your help is essential for our training.
Susanne

I really enjoyed the clinic this past weekend.Hopefully some day I'll have a chance to ride with you. :-)

Gabriella

Duke and I always look forward to lessons with you.

Hi Gigi - Looking forward to our clinic with you in less than two weeks now!

Love your guestbook.