FIONA'S 1 YEAR PROGRESS // Problem Horse To 1m20 Showjumper

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  • Опубликовано: 22 янв 2025

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  • @mayakozauer5615
    @mayakozauer5615 6 лет назад +690

    “she was very good...”
    “...there i almost died”

  • @addieleppert1291
    @addieleppert1291 6 лет назад +665

    “Please don’t give me hate. I don’t want it”. First time watching you and I love you!!

  • @hallyandhidalgo
    @hallyandhidalgo 6 лет назад +634

    Her progress is really a testament to your good horsemanship, patience and care. You look harmonious together. Great job!

    • @hallyandhidalgo
      @hallyandhidalgo 6 лет назад +5

      Lara Fruehwald if you have nothing kind or supportive to say here, feel free to share your own riding videos on your own channel. By all means, show us how it’s done, from your saddle.

    • @hallyandhidalgo
      @hallyandhidalgo 6 лет назад +2

      Bee Curry Snyder if you think you’re the righteous example, share your riding videos. Holly is a young person and a veterinary student, making a positive contribution in the horse world.
      A solution for the armchair trainers: instead of tearing others down, improve your own horsemanship.

    • @Sineid
      @Sineid 6 лет назад

      Lara Fruehwald the Olympics are in 2020 not tomorrow. The rider here has a very good lower leg position

    • @Sineid
      @Sineid 6 лет назад

      Bee Curry Snyder the rider doesn't rely on her hands, she stays up and away out of the horses way with her body as well. Pelham is a good bit for horse which is built quite long and keen for fences, a snaffle with this mare would be just a danger to the horse and rider, also Pelham has a lozenge so same action as snaffle just a little stronger on the pole.

    • @lily6216
      @lily6216 6 лет назад

      @Lara Fruehwald YOUR CAN kick the horse with the back of your heel. Jeez, maybe you should do some research. If my horse won't listen to my leg I give a little kick, worst to worst, the crop.

  • @suffac
    @suffac 5 лет назад +24

    Never would have thought the jumping would help the horse so much, its strengthened her back so much. Brilliant that you just worked with the horse where she was, and found a partnership with her. Nice to watch

  • @edwardslater4414
    @edwardslater4414 6 лет назад +308

    Fiona is really pretty!

    • @d09_ma
      @d09_ma 5 лет назад +2

      Horse Girls 123 // I know, she is stunning :0

  • @Aries-bz4ot
    @Aries-bz4ot 6 лет назад +108

    Like I’ve said many times before Fiona is one of the greatest horses ive every seen yes it took awhile to get her to where she is today but it has payed off tremendously. I’m so proud of Fiona and u having the time and patience to work with her❤️

  • @xkeepflying
    @xkeepflying 6 лет назад +35

    She's insanely talented omfg!! Her knees and neck position are so amazing and unique!! You're doing the best job with her!!

  • @finniefarm9176
    @finniefarm9176 5 лет назад +101

    "we started doing the 1m10 because the 1m was too dangerous"
    Me twoyears ago: Hmm i will do the 50 because the 60 is too dangerous lol

    • @user8241
      @user8241 5 лет назад +3

      Anyone who show jumps will know it's not about the height so don't worry.

    • @dilflov3r
      @dilflov3r 4 года назад +1

      litterally used to be me i would be jumping 70-80 at home but the second it came to competing i would get scared and do the 50 but im not alloud to do it because its not fair on the kids xD

  • @jasminem.3528
    @jasminem.3528 6 лет назад +2

    5:09 , that jump was absolutely like butter, so smooth! i couldn't stop replaying it, it was so satisfying. amazing job Holly!

    • @HollyLenahanSJ
      @HollyLenahanSJ  6 лет назад +1

      I have also replayed it so many times 😍😂

  • @BeautifulDemocracy
    @BeautifulDemocracy 6 лет назад +2

    Holly, I truly admire your horsemanship. You never lose your composure and I can see that your
    goal is to help a horse feel confident and unstressed. You're not afraid to go back to square one and a "win" with your horse isn't a ribbon for you. Bravo!

  • @sophiesands6936
    @sophiesands6936 6 лет назад +4

    Such a great and persistent rider! the horse became so well spirited and was lovely to watch you two evolve together x

  • @KimbaLorber
    @KimbaLorber 5 лет назад +2

    I really needed to see this. My mare is like Fiona was for you at first. Seeing your mare's progress gives me hope for me and Luna. Thank you for sharing your journey! :)

  • @johnlogan1022
    @johnlogan1022 6 лет назад +2

    She is a beautiful, athletic mare who clearly loves to jump and your patience with her is amazing! I think as she gets more experience and confidence she will be a force to be reckoned with.

  • @ParisSophieEquestrian
    @ParisSophieEquestrian 6 лет назад +1

    This was so encouraging to watch!! I have a 6 year old who acts the exact same as Fiona, having the same type of meltdown as soon as any pressure is on her, but she is the sweetest mare when lunged and handling on the ground. So glad I came across this, super inspiring!! You have done wonders with her :) xx

  • @jessnustrini
    @jessnustrini 6 лет назад +1

    You must feel so proud watching the footage back yourself and seeing the genuine difference your time, patience and hard work has made !

  • @stephanglim7192
    @stephanglim7192 6 лет назад +40

    12:07 oh boy I really thought Fiona was going to go face down there- scary moment for sure!

  • @kaitlinrocks100
    @kaitlinrocks100 5 лет назад +1

    Loved this! I don't jump and never have but I find it so interesting watching and learning how show jumpers ride. Also AMAZING job with her! Such a huge difference between her now and her a year ago. She just seems so much happier and relaxed. You did a great job with her!

  • @saimusunuri4146
    @saimusunuri4146 6 лет назад +2

    It is so satisfying watching you ride because you guys have so much rhythm and you are so synchronized! I ❤️ it.

  • @devotchka6688
    @devotchka6688 5 лет назад

    Aw wow ❤️ what a good girl and absolute kudos for you to working out what she needed and excelled at rather than punishing her through it and giving up on her as a danger/difficult. Such a pleasure to watch and your commentary was easy to listen to too. Well done xx

  • @amber_horses1615
    @amber_horses1615 6 лет назад +6

    Your horsemanship is so incredible! Fiona is such a beautiful horse. ❤️

  • @Chezlifecoaching
    @Chezlifecoaching 6 лет назад +2

    You did an amazing job with her. You rode her brilliantly and sat very calmly with her in those beginning clips! You did a great job with her.
    Also so happy to watch a new video of yours before my early shift. Made the morning way easier! 💕🐴💕

  • @amayafuller8895
    @amayafuller8895 5 лет назад +6

    Wow, she looks like she just loves jumping!!! She leaps over the jumps!

  • @sparklesandmagic
    @sparklesandmagic 6 лет назад

    Only half way through this and really enjoying it. The way you’ve worked to understand Fiona and tailor your approach is brilliant. Also just wanted to add that you make jumping look so fun and easy. I really need to work on my confidence with jumping

  • @lizlavoie5672
    @lizlavoie5672 6 лет назад

    It’s great to see her full progression back to back in video. You have done such a wonderful job with her! Fiona definitely has a love for jumping. You make such a great team together. I can’t wait to see what she looks like even months from now. She has come so far it’s amazing!

  • @priyaequestrian8550
    @priyaequestrian8550 5 лет назад +1

    I love how you go about training her, you're so patient and calm, super inspiring xx

  • @_.lize._8009
    @_.lize._8009 5 лет назад +148

    she just casually says "oh yeah, this is 1m, and theres me
    i cant even jump 65...

    • @onlyequines8003
      @onlyequines8003 5 лет назад

      _.lize._ not even 65 that’s tiny

    • @creeeaaasse
      @creeeaaasse 5 лет назад +12

      Hey that’s okay! You shouldn’t compare yourself to others, just concentrate on what you and your horse needs to work on and then you can get bigger jumps and jump bigger than 1m :)))

    • @glazeddonut1148
      @glazeddonut1148 5 лет назад +13

      @@onlyequines8003 everyone starts somewhere ...... stop being so rude .

    • @stinevdp
      @stinevdp 5 лет назад +2

      _.lize._ same

    • @stinevdp
      @stinevdp 5 лет назад +2

      Only Equines! So what? I can’t even jump 60 without falling from my pony/horse.

  • @beclou1176
    @beclou1176 6 лет назад

    This is such a lovely video! So wonderful how patient you are with her and how you didn't give up on her. Need more equestrians like you in the world

  • @Vuokko
    @Vuokko 6 лет назад +4

    A huge difference in her level of collection between the first and last shows! She's going a lot more "uphill" and carrying more weight on her hind end 💪🏻❤️

  • @EquiiAlly
    @EquiiAlly 6 лет назад

    I absolutely love this! You can even see the change in her body shape and everything. She has such a lovely way of jumping. Next year is going to be very exciting for the two of you! She really is an interesting horse and you’ve done such a wonderful job. Hopefully see you out and about next year xx

    • @HollyLenahanSJ
      @HollyLenahanSJ  6 лет назад

      Thanks so much Ally! I can’t wait either ❤️

  • @rheannseward7995
    @rheannseward7995 6 лет назад +1

    I am do glad that you are not not like most people and Just give up on a problem horse completely, thank you for being amazing and patient with her😊

  • @avacollins7595
    @avacollins7595 5 лет назад +5

    Im so glad I found an irish equestrian youtuber that I love❤ now I have some chance of meeting you😂❤💚

  • @susanaufiero5071
    @susanaufiero5071 2 года назад

    Great job Holly! You are so good and so easy to listen to. I was just watching your father jump her and its amazing this is the same horse from the beginning - she really loves him she is actually a very kind horse

  • @rhiannoncampbell6850
    @rhiannoncampbell6850 6 лет назад +1

    Loved watching this, so nice to see such great progress in not only riding but our understanding of horses😊 well done for keeping on it, think I’d of given up😂 lots of love to you both xx

  • @judithgraves8294
    @judithgraves8294 6 лет назад

    What a nice video of where you started and where you are with Fiona. Your good sense and patience is being rewarded; and she's happy to work for you.

  • @AMEMakeupOnline
    @AMEMakeupOnline 5 лет назад +1

    Girl.!! Well done, I'm in the middle of retraining an ex race horse, and he's improving immensely and this video gives me so much hope! You're an incredible rider, well done.! ❤️

  • @PalwassiexLove
    @PalwassiexLove 6 лет назад +3

    Her trot improved so much! She jumps so easy, you've done an amazing job so far

  • @quirkybird4947
    @quirkybird4947 6 лет назад

    There's nothing nicer than seeing a good success story. Brilliant horsemanship and a fantastic achievement. A delight to watch. Just two words for all the haters and nitpickers... Jealous and bitter.
    Ignore it... You're awesome!! ❤

  • @jadesjungle
    @jadesjungle 6 лет назад +220

    I really enjoyed this 😊 Loved how you talk us through everything it really helps learn what goes through the riders mind when training. Do you recommend any other English riding channels that talk though their trainings like you do by any chance?

    • @Patti-1962
      @Patti-1962 6 лет назад +14

      Lauren M I just started watching a channel called Shelby Dennis. She took a horse of the track and has done so well with him. And she just helped organize the adoption of many horses that were off to be slaughtered. She has a really funny Mom who help's Shelby a lot!

    • @maddiestrangward2713
      @maddiestrangward2713 6 лет назад +4

      Patti 1962 I watch her!

    • @jadesjungle
      @jadesjungle 6 лет назад +3

      Patti 1962 That was a good suggestion, thanks! 🤗

    • @adrianaroyzis5336
      @adrianaroyzis5336 6 лет назад +3

      I do! Sorry if I don’t do very good videos though :/

    • @HollyLenahanSJ
      @HollyLenahanSJ  6 лет назад +14

      Lauren M Elisa Wallace does voice overs, she’s an event rider and I find them really interesting ☺️

  • @pohouse209
    @pohouse209 3 года назад

    I think you do a great job, thinking outside the box and with the individual horse, very inspiring!

  • @eventingtia8512
    @eventingtia8512 6 лет назад +11

    Ah Holly you should be so proud 😍 the difference in her is amazing!

  • @mallie249
    @mallie249 6 лет назад

    I absolutely love her jump, always knees to nose! Lovely work you did with her, Holly!

  • @helonimacaroni
    @helonimacaroni 6 лет назад +9

    "She wasn't trying to kill me which was really nice" xD Nice video!

  • @lilyg2112
    @lilyg2112 3 года назад

    Wow you guys made it a far way, she is so beautiful and big! you guys work like a perfect pair. Your horsemanship is impeccable, great job!

  • @LE123LE123
    @LE123LE123 6 лет назад +2

    Awe. This was nice to see! I like to see a patient rider/owner with their horse.
    I would suggest you having a vet look at her in regards to her cycles. I had a client's horse that would get very similar to this when she ovulated. Turns out, mare ovulated large eggs, and got pain in her back--hence the stiffness and reluctance to move forwards on flat, but loved jumping. I know my client's horse got to peak fitness and still had her episodes and once we tracked her cycles for a few months, we knew how to work her so that she did not feel any pain, and made sure she was given some bute to take the edge of any back discomfort out. She's an adorable horse!! Congrats to you both!!
    Edited to add: I didn't realize Fiona has had babies! So, it could be just back stiffness coming back to work after being a momma. Regardless, you have succeeded and glad she is doing so well! :)

  • @allieblaha4587
    @allieblaha4587 6 лет назад +1

    Your mare sounds SO much like my mare (the way you described her in the beginning) my mare is a green just-turned-6yr old and she does lots and lots of bunny hops when she doesn’t understand what I want or doesn’t want to go forward so to see someone struggled with the same issues and how they came to fix them made me feel MUCH better. I’ve had my mare for about a year now and we are still trying to get out of the bunny hop stage but you have truly inspired me to keep at it. WONDERFUL video!! You are an amazing rider ❤️❤️

  • @greenpony4833
    @greenpony4833 4 года назад +1

    Good work! She’s so much more relaxed and confident than when you started

  • @kateflanders7611
    @kateflanders7611 3 года назад

    Very sweet and real example of perseverance and growth. Thanks Holly.

  • @idamarieern6437
    @idamarieern6437 5 лет назад +7

    This is my first time watching any of your videos, and I am literally amazed. Your work with Fiona is incredibly! And I love how you talked us through the video :)

  • @tess2125
    @tess2125 6 лет назад

    i love it how you keep your hands and legs so quiet. you're a great rider! goodluck with her :)

  • @hanheg25
    @hanheg25 5 лет назад +2

    holy mother!! well done xx this was so inspiring to watch!

  • @deirbhile_
    @deirbhile_ 6 лет назад

    ur such a hard worker and so determined and that rubbed off on her so u guys are such a good duo ❤️❤️ i was literally smiling the entire video 😂xx also i love how she has her ears forward for every round 💕

  • @chelseaeryn
    @chelseaeryn 4 года назад

    I love that you were so patient and gave her plenty of rein. Too much contact with the mouth can really throw a testy horse into a fit 🙂 fabulous work, you two!

  • @MegaSunflower56
    @MegaSunflower56 5 лет назад +1

    Brilliant video and yes she has come on in leaps and bounds due to your patience and perseverance well done you!!

  • @IamCec
    @IamCec 5 лет назад

    She is SUCH a cool horse!!! Ahh mares are the best. You two are amazing to watch.

  • @hannahsmith9858
    @hannahsmith9858 6 лет назад

    It’s sooo crazy coming from the video of your dad riding her to this one! You’ve done an amazing job with her! Good on you for not giving up on her xxx

  • @lilliank.8692
    @lilliank.8692 6 лет назад +2

    She’s beautiful! You did an amazing job with her and you’re an amazing rider ❤️

  • @marissa4400
    @marissa4400 5 лет назад +1

    The progress is amazing. you and your horse make a amazing pair together 😍

  • @randomaccount-ug3ii
    @randomaccount-ug3ii 5 лет назад +1

    Wow, she has grown into such a lovely and talented horse with you! You must be very proud!! 💗💗

  • @KRequestrian
    @KRequestrian 6 лет назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this, what an awesome journey you guys have had so far. Imagine how she'll be in another year :) I'm having a similar thing with my young horse, he'd rather argue than go forward, had everything checked, been to see coaches etc, so now it's just that process of trying to figure out what works best for us. Beautiful job with your girl, and best of luck in the future with her! xx

  • @lilymanning2
    @lilymanning2 4 года назад

    Really enjoyed watching this video. What a wonderful horsewomen you are. Very inspiring, congratulations. She's a beautiful talented mare who was lucky enough to have you are a very understanding, patient and talented rider. Very well done.

  • @BettyAnne2402
    @BettyAnne2402 4 года назад

    You did so well with her. I've also ridden horses where jumping actually helped them loosen up and become better on the flat. She is gorgeous and seems so supple on the bit. Well done, your good horsemanship really shows here! :)

  • @eames4110
    @eames4110 6 лет назад +2

    this is an incredible improvement in such a short time!

  • @BalooBear-ee
    @BalooBear-ee 6 лет назад +5

    You truly demonstrate great horsemanship. I can't tell you how many times I've seen horses get sold off or given away at the barns I've ridden at after the horse had a few "disappointing" rounds in the show ring or practicing at home. You never gave up. Instead, you just constantly tried new things to see what would fit her needs and tickle her interest. I love watching your videos because not only do I learn something new every time, but I really enjoy seeing the passion you have for all of your horses.

  • @Eniramoi
    @Eniramoi 6 лет назад +1

    Good job to you two ! Your patience and perseverance allowed her to be a braver horse !

  • @Shannon_Mariee
    @Shannon_Mariee 6 лет назад

    You two make a great team! This was a great video, your patience with her paid off for sure! And you are an incredible rider!

  • @tejotamcgill
    @tejotamcgill 6 лет назад +19

    Incredible progress!!!

  • @maritstoelinga7553
    @maritstoelinga7553 4 года назад +5

    I love to see that her ears are almost the whole time forward

  • @Jolie-cx4rg
    @Jolie-cx4rg 5 лет назад

    I love how you always did what was best for her, even if it was taking a break you wanted a happy pony

  • @SofisDream
    @SofisDream 6 лет назад

    You look so calm and confident in the saddle. The horse is so beautiful! And I love your seat, especially when you were jumping. It was wery interesting video

  • @niamhginty6305
    @niamhginty6305 6 лет назад +3

    Omg she has come on so well you should be so proud ❤️🐴

  • @shellykennedy5427
    @shellykennedy5427 6 лет назад +4

    She’s really improved. Great job.

  • @melissashanahan9747
    @melissashanahan9747 6 лет назад

    You have done amazing with her!! Well done!! You will go far together. She is a talented jumper!! x

  • @darkangel23666
    @darkangel23666 5 лет назад +1

    Good job! You did an amazing work with her! She is such a good jumping horse❣️😊❤️🐎

  • @saffronmccarthy1806
    @saffronmccarthy1806 5 лет назад +1

    Aww it’s so cute seeing her like this and now look at her

  • @mousemumbles4109
    @mousemumbles4109 4 года назад +2

    My Piper is this way! I started over with her completely and shes been going very well! Slowly, but were getting there!!

  • @NoMonetArt
    @NoMonetArt 6 лет назад

    I love how you worked with Fiona and I love watching horses that enjoy what they are doing, and that mare loves to jump. I once had a mare who would jump tall grass on trail rides in her attempt to jump more often with me. When they like to do something it makes riding fun.

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    @xxzahlee_ginnsxx1544 6 лет назад +2

    ‘ please don’t hate, I don’t want it thankyou’ haha
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  • @shadowspxdes4434
    @shadowspxdes4434 4 года назад

    You know I’m coming back to this video and Fiona reminds me so much of my own horse. He’s a bit of a clunky 18 hand boy and we have had the same balance and head issues but he’s also super scopey and loves jumping and also getting a lot better. Nice to see how you handled Fiona

  • @a.jaydeb.7441
    @a.jaydeb.7441 6 лет назад +2

    She's a very interesting horse to me! I just find the size of her head very large and she seems like such a massive horse, it's unreal to me that she's so excellent at jumping!! What a fun mare!

  • @HLB313
    @HLB313 6 лет назад +2

    You're doing a beautiful job riding her and it's a great transformation! I have an observation, and this is as a coach and professional rider with 17 years experience, and having worked in a therapy centre rehabbing the most subtle of problems. I really don't want to sound like a keyboard warrior but thought i'd share in case it's of any help! To be honest, I am quite surprised that the vet didn't find anything. My immediate thought when I saw her trot at the start was that she was very short on the right hind. I know that she's very weak and stiff from being a broodmare and not ridden, and she gets much stronger and more supple as it goes on and looks great, but I could see this throughout the video still. It would explain her running into the base of fences and taking fliers when she was long to them rather than adding in and giving it more height. It would also explain her struggling to take the weight on her inside hind for the correct canter lead, and you're doing a great job of asking her to wait and sit on it to take right canter. Also the way she is running on slightly rather than swinging in the trot on the lunge, and taking a longer step left hind. The way she uses mainly her neck and shoulder to give her height over her fences is very similar to how my retired event horse used to jump and he was also quite straight through the hock, and ended up having suspensory desmitis and TMT hock joint problems. You're absolutely doing the right thing with the work you're doing but personally i'd really keep an eye on it and potential get her hocks medicated for precaution rather than when something more obvious comes up :) I hate to be a killjoy, I just have spidey senses when it comes to horses movement I can spot this stuff in pretty much any horse's way of going and prevention is better than cure!

  • @EmAViking
    @EmAViking 6 лет назад

    I've never come across your channel before but I loved seeing this! Keep up the excellent work! (Both horsewise and video wise)

  • @dzjaag6148
    @dzjaag6148 6 лет назад

    Holly, the work you do with your horses is truly inspirational!

  • @fern2817
    @fern2817 5 лет назад

    Well done! You are a sensitive and patient rider. Thanks for sharing!

  • @mortmort97
    @mortmort97 6 лет назад

    I love how you listened to her and paid attention to what she needed! Instead of getting angry with her over the 1m, you realized its just too easy for her right now. Shes got a lot to learn, but who cares? Shes come so far! You really seem to have an awesome horse ❤️

  • @darcycarter4950
    @darcycarter4950 6 лет назад +1

    Wow, I’m so glad that you were able to do shows with her, she’s beautiful and amazing your such a lucky person

  • @sarahmilne024
    @sarahmilne024 6 лет назад

    What an amazing journey! She reminds me a bit of my horse... he's a rising 6yo WB gelding who also rears, but is very talented. I've thought about giving up so many times but seeing videos like this makes me want to persist!

  • @victoriacotton9716
    @victoriacotton9716 2 года назад

    Thats incredible what a make over and all with your special feeling and knowing, Beauty full to watch BravO Fiona and Holly

  • @_mooncake__
    @_mooncake__ 6 лет назад

    I love your improvement with her ! that's incredible ! also, you talk very clearly, which allowed me understanding (because I'm french :)))))

  • @p.mccarthy-sher2691
    @p.mccarthy-sher2691 5 лет назад

    I think you did a fantastic job with her. So many of these issues just take time, time and more time and patience like you said. These big horses take time to develop balance and muscle strength. Well done!

  • @tinapanna3613
    @tinapanna3613 5 лет назад

    Very good story- you’re both learning each other’s personalities. Great job

  • @gezzcanezz
    @gezzcanezz 6 лет назад +3

    Amazing progress, class to see!

  • @Acreage_Brisbane_Valley
    @Acreage_Brisbane_Valley 2 года назад

    We love your authentic videos 🙋‍♀️

  • @baileydonnelly594
    @baileydonnelly594 6 лет назад +2

    I love how Fiona gets her flying lead changes i wish my horse did that. And she learned quickly!!!!! She's so pretty by the way

  • @christinevincent996
    @christinevincent996 5 лет назад +3

    She's Absolutely Stunning! She would be my Dream Horse.....

  • @maranadamtraining
    @maranadamtraining 6 лет назад +1

    Wow so great to see! My mare could also get really tensed at competitions but I think good training can improve horses a lot!

  • @damsel72
    @damsel72 6 лет назад +4

    What a great story. You're so awesome...thanks for sharing.

  • @rosiebrooks7885
    @rosiebrooks7885 2 года назад

    Well done you, they are individual and she didn’t understand, your understanding is amazing l really enjoy your channel x

  • @Prettymisskay
    @Prettymisskay 4 года назад

    You did a wonderful job with this mare other people would have give up it makes me happy to see that you never gave up on her

  • @cassvanz70
    @cassvanz70 6 лет назад +1

    I loved watching this! It's so cool to her progress and I know she has so much more to show☺️keep up the good work holly👍

  • @danielleegan4949
    @danielleegan4949 4 года назад +22

    ahahah "please don't give me any hate or criticism, I don't want it"
    such a mood