Give this girl a break! Coming off a horse at 2'6" hurts just as bad as 4"6". It all depends on how you land. I think our sport gets a bad name because people are always being haughty. I show professionally and I can devote all my time to work on my skills. To some people this is a hobby. Im always excited to see people compete at whatever level. At least they put themselves out there.

Honestly ...
I was so happy to see horseback riding on a reality show
It pushed me to finally take the leap and get back on the saddle after a few years of solid ground.
I wish television had more shows focusing on the reality of riding (and im not just talking about racing) in the U.S.
I guess I owe a big thanks to Kelly and Bravo

There is a reason your horse dumps you. You are one of the worst riders I've ever seen. You hit her in the mouth at every fence, which, as I was taught, is the worst offense a rider can make. You're ruining the horse for anyone else. You should be banned from A shows. You're a fraud.

400 pounds of fun? What are you riding? A Shetland Pony? Small welsh ponies weigh 600-700 pounds! Hopefully that long-suffering mare you were riding - or should I say trying to stay on the back of- weighed more than 400 pounds!

I love your blog! You're so down-to-earth and seem to be a really great mom. Keep up the great work and positive attitude!

Riding horses, especially at this level ($50K+ horses, expensive training, "A" rated shows) is such a privilege and not easily attainable, even if you have the desire and the talent. Check out some inspiring inner-city/underprivileged youth from the Compton Jr. Posse Youth Equestrians based in Compton, CA. This non-profit is having their annual fundraising gala at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center on May 30th.
Whether you're for Kelly or Bethenny, this is something we can all get behind: http://www.comptonjrposse.org or http://comptonjrposse.org/node/5 for event information. Cash donations and donations of riding apparel and equipment, and farm equipment are much needed and tax deductible.

Having shown extensively all over the east coast and actually competed against and beat you at Hampton, I can say you're like every typical wealthy rider. You think just because you have a little $ to throw at the sport will make you a blue ribbon winner and you don't put in the time actually riding.

Take some more lessons.

Hi Kelly- I too am an equestrian, and I have taken my share of falls, from 2'6" to 5' fences. The horse tossed you off because you were not riding her. You hit her in the mouth on every jump, not releasing, and you were getting left in the saddle.....the horse was paying the price and I don't blame the mare for tossing you. Don't be a passenger, as the horse does not want to just cart you through. Be confident, drop those heels, use your leg, sit up, and ride! Your body, balance, seat, and most importantly your leg will hold you on and will get the horse over the fence! You acted like a child in the ring after you fell....bad sportsmanship is unbecoming. Come to Texas and ride with Peter Pletcher or Shane George......those are "trainers". No excuses of pain either. I have had excruciating pain and still rode, in the Texas heat, and won. Seems it is more of a social sport for you than it is a love of the sport.

Kelly,
I'm an equestrian too. My question to you is, have you ever mucked a stall? I would like to ask that question of LuAnn's daughter too. I can't fathom just "riding" horses and not being completely and totally involved with the care and training of them. So I was just wondering, are they just something you ride? Or do you really love horses?

I don't like Kelly! I agree with a few posters when they say you are so misplaced! I find you very arrogant and self-centered!!!!!

Hi Kelly- I am an equestrian too, and I agree, sometimes I ask myself why I take the "abuse" on somedays. Anyone who says riding a horse is easy, has never ridden a horse. But, I must say, the reason your horse thru you was b/c you hit her in the mouth on every, single jump coming and going. She didn't want to get hit again. You just weren't riding her, you were getting left in the back seat time after time, and she was paying the price- I don't really blame the mare. Be confident, you can do it, if you aren't confident, your horse will know it!

We have been showing horses for over 30 years, so I know a little bit about it. If you compete in the Local Division of a Rated show (which, indeed, is only for those horses stabled within 50-100 miles of the show grounds, depending on the restrictions of the show) you are not eligible to compete in the rated divisions of the show, which are the divisions in which the "best riders in the world" would be competing One competes in the Local division because one is not an experienced enough or good enough rider to compete in what is referred to as the Rated Divisions. ( Or does not have a talented enough horse). 2'6" is a SMALL jump - my granddaughter's small pony jumps higher than that! And better! As for the excuse that you were "not used to the horse" I say HAH! My 10 year old granddaughter competes not only in Pony Club, Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, and Eventing, but belongs to the National Capitol Equitation League (based outside of DC) where the riders compete at member riding schools and may not ride their own horses at competitions, but must draw the name of a strange horse from a hat and hack and jump that horse with only a few minutes warm up. You need more lessons, Kelly. Has no one ever told you about "jump position" or "crest release"? I say kudos to your long suffering horse for being able to get around the course with you standing up in the saddle over the jumps! You had no business showing in the Local Division, let alone showing in a rated division. Why don't you just say you are learning to ride and jump and are competing in the lower levels until you are ready to step up to harder divisions?

Kelly,

You are a refreshing addition to the show. It's nice to see an A-circuit rider being featured on such a thrilling and successful show! You seem to have a nice way about you.
It was nice to see how sympathetic you were with Victoria at the Hampton Classic. I'm sure when you aren't so nervous you are capable of being a more effective rider. Just relax! We, the viewers, understand that there are ups and downs, so don't get nervous to ride in front of the camera! Just remember, stay loose on your horse's mouth, and stay over his jump. You'll keep improving, so don't be afraid to give it all you've got!

Nice job, and just remember to keep pushing yourself. You'll only get better as a rider. Stay tight in the leg, loose in the arm, and strong over the fences so that you don't get jumped loose. Good luck!

Let us know which shows you'll be attending!

I justed watched the Hamptons show (again) and must say, having watcehd my dauther ride hunters for years, you really need to ride up more or the horse will never go over the jumps-and you were only in a 2'6" division. It was death defying to watch!

Ditto to the previous comment about you being a classy woman and just what in the world are you doing putting yourself on the level of these tacky women?! The veil of "friendship" between you and that hideous LuAnn was oh-so-thin when you met that first afternoon. She had no idea that you don't drink and wanted you to have a cocktail (Champagne no less, Dahhhhlink--GAG ME!!!) alongside her in the middle of the afternoon! A friend would certainly know you don't drink and wouldn't have put you in that awkward position needing to defend your sobriety on national TV! (Your comments about being "grateful" for your life made it extra obvious)....

Kelly, What are you doing on the show?? You looked misplaced!!!

I'm glad a lot of people find Kelly as bo-ring as i do. I hate to see her wasting time on screen when we could be following Jill or Bethenny. I know LuAnn is snobby and ridiculous, but at least she's erratic and crazy enough to make things interesting. This one---i don't know why she's here, do they need filler?

Ramona had the courtesy and grace to go and watch you. And it seemed that she was the only one who showed up to watch and support you and you blew her off. I agree that you don't really have ettiquette, but instead need to be showered with attention.

Kelly, As a new housewife, let's hope you will be treated kinder than OC new members Gretchen and Lynn were by Tamara and Vikki. I don't think it will make you any difference one way or another.

OMG! Hitting your 30 yr. old boyfriend! Whats up with the white jeans? You made Giles wear them, then your 30 yr old boyfriend. You must be a control freak! News flash, it is not all about you! You are a very rude and self centered person. Bad karma...

I think Kelly is THE GREATEST HOUSEWIFE. I love her charisma. She clearly is so different from the rest and do not see her remaining friends with Ramona and them, I clearly beleive she sees right through Ramona's BS and her attempt to kiss up to her out of her insecurity that almost all are assured to inform her of her behavior and lack of mannerism. I loved the way she disregarded Ramona at her polo event. Keep smart Kelly and stay away from bad news.

Just heard about the issue with the ex, hang in there and good luck. I think your a wonderful addition to the show and a very kind woman. I stand with you.

Can you be any more in love with yourself?!? I read an interview that you and Ramona gave... wow thank God you came to earth so we could all "learn from" and worship you.

Why are you on the show????

BravoTV...call casting...call casting...recast.

Dear Kelly-

I know you a bit from the Hamptons. I first met you about 13 years ago and have been at various kids' birthday parties with you. You are such a lovely, "classy" woman. What are you doing in the middle of these tacky women?

I like Kelly's blog, it shows what her days entail; you gotta love a MOM who shares her workday with her kiddies. What isn't real about dealing with bullies or going to the American Girl store. I think Kelly is wonderful and I look forward to hearing more from her.

Wow, a blast from the past, You remind me of a hippie left over from the 60s. You seem happy in your life or maybe you just don't know any better.

I am so sorry but "YAWN" I am falling asleep I am just so bored with you! I love all the other women but you are just so boring! And please.... no I am not jealous, if I was jealous it would be of one of the other women. Seriously.

Love you! Yes, I am a passionate horsewoman too and love watching the equestrian events on the show. I am not going to give you advice or criticism because who's perfect? You are a welcome addition to the show, because what I saw of you at social events,you seem to be very down to earth and comfortable in your own skin.You don't need to "showcase" yourself every where you go. I guess the bloggers perceive that as pompous, I see it as confidence!

hey Im friends with nick email me when u get a chance would like 2 talk 2 u ?

i think the show needed someone like you. You're unlike many of the other women-- because you are very happy on your own. You don't whine or beg for a man to be by your side. And its not because you can get any man you want, but due to the fact that you're able to make yourself happy... You are a portrait of confidence, beauty and self-loyalty.

Kelly,
What is it that you do again?

Kelly!
I was out at dinner tonight with Maude Carr and she just happened to mention your name! I cannot believe that Tommy is your twin brother! I, of course, stopped the conversation to clarify that she was in fact talking about you. :) Anyway, just wanted to say 'hi' and that I hope you're doing well. Perhaps I will see you at some point in North Carolina...?? I'm loving the show, so thanks for sharing your life with us :)
Caroline Leonard

BORING!!! Why are you on the show???

Did it ever occur to you that perhaps these women just don't LIKE Kelly? Why does every time a woman say something negative about another woman, she's jealous? Using that logic perhaps explains why Bill O'Reilly continues to badmouth George Clooney. He's jealous of George.

Horse People-
Get a life and stop nitpicking about proper horsemanship. Noone gives a crap about how you think you're a better equestrian than Kelly. If you were as perfect as you think you are, Bravo would have YOU on the show, not Kelly.

Wow, women are so funny. They put a smart, cool, beautiful, strong, woman on the show and all of the insecure jealous women attempt to dismantle her with the objective of feeling better about themselves because only when she is brought WAAAAAAYYYYYYYYY down to their level, do they get a little relief from that nagging toxic self-hatred cacner they feel in every waking moment. Sad.

what is funny about all these negative comments is that people love to hate kelly. looks likes she has a huge fan base to me if all these people are commenting. Kelly, you are light, fun, charming, and clearly have no idea who these other women are. go for it. you make women look like women: fun and sexy.

Hello Kelly,

Watching those two falls reminded me why I gave up jumping. My horse, Gretchen, is scared of turtles and where she is boarded turtles come up from the creek every spring. Lucky me.

I was concerned about one issue. At the Hampton Classic, (my dream vacation) I noticed one of the other women was there to watch you ride and was back by the dressing area. Letting spectators back by the dressing/pre-jump area is incredibly distracting and I am sorry you had to experience that. People in the horse world will understand about the tension before a show, but friends and relatives do not. Rest assured you and your horse looked fabulous and there is always next year. Perhaps the Rolex challange?
You are a refreshing addition to the show and I look forward to seeing more of you this season.

HELLO?! People come here to get your take on this week's episode... not to read a diary about how awesome you think you are.

Oh my gosh, can you be more full of yourself!!!

....my bad....ONE "h" in withers.

What is up with all of the haters? This is a TV show carefully edited to bring out drama for your entertainment. I am sure if any of your lives were being taped and disected people would find flaws with you too. How about we stop judging people we don't even know...
I find Kelly a refreshing addition to the Housewives and look forward to seeing more of her on the show.

Hey Kelly, No I'm not going to cut you down like those other horse women who are really just jealous of you. I'll offer some constructive suggestions. Have your trainer work with you on solidifying your position on a horse - I went through the same thing for the last 2 years and at 49 I'm jumping well now. I did exercises without stirrups - great for the glutes and thighs and, girlfriend, it really keeps you in the saddle!! I also ride a schoolmaster horse who no matter what does not quit. Thanks to "Bart" I've gained alot of confidence and now feel ready to move on to a different horse over fences. If you can make these small efforts, trust me, you'll look as good on a horse as all those fat dumpy horsey girls do!!!!

To add to my earlier blog post: Kelly, if you were an accomplished equestrian AND journalist, you would know there is no "h" in withers!

Kelly, I really wanted to like you at first seeing that you are also a "horsewoman" like myself, but I have to retract that statement now. You are so far removed from a horsewoman or an equestrian that you can't even see the line! First, you don't take a horse into the showring that you've never ridden before or have only ridden about 15 minutes unless you're Beezie Madden or Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum! I've been thrown from a horse! Trust me, you were NOT thrown from that mare!! There is a huge difference in being thrown and falling off. You fell when the horse refused. Pure and simple. An experienced rider could have ridden that refusal out. It was a low fence, going at a slow canter (or a fast trot) and it would have been very easy to stay in the saddle -- that is, if you had the experience. You don't. You have no clue how to ride. You were all over the place. Your posture was heinous. Your style was non-existent and if you ride like that at your stable during training, your trainer should have never let you enter the show. I have been riding for 40 years and I rode better than that when I first started riding at age 14. My 9 year old granddaughter rides better than you do! Why do you have to lease a horse, anyway? Don't you make enough $$$ through all your many business ventures to afford a high-dollar Warmblood or Thoroughbred? LOL!

I really enjoyed your brushing off of Ramona, she got a taste of her own rudeness.

i dont understand.

WHAT?????

I saw the article about you and your home in an issue of Style magazine - you seemed interesting but now after watching the show and reading your blog - BORING - hopefully we will see more of you on the show and get a better sense of who you are -