Saddling and the winning photo

I've mentioned a couple of times that Clancy has issues with being saddled. She is getting better about it; for example she doesn't swing away any more, and isn't nearly as anxious but she still does have some anxiety about it. I've done all I can think of to make it a good experience for her, like being gentle with placing the saddle, not cinching up tight at first; in fact I barely cinch it tight enough to stay on at first; and making sure the saddle is not placed too far forward as to interfere with her shoulder blade when the leg is extended back.
But- she still does this:


She is slowly improving..... I'm giving her every chance to relax that I can. I plan to start using my essential oils next time I saddle up to see if there is a difference; the one I will use is a Young Living oil called Release.
We went for a nice ride down the road and into the west field that isn't ploughed up yet. I worked on getting the soft feel and she is starting to give it for a few strides now. Also worked on those same rein serpentines- the first time I asked her was near the beginning of the ride and she did her little Clancy protest- swung her front end around fast and leaped forward (a few inches! Lmbo) she is so funny. Of course, that just got her more work......
Also worked on getting the soft feel and asking for walk trot transitions, I had to regain the soft feel before each transition but we did get to the point where she stayed soft. I foresee lots of transitions coming up. When we got back to the yard I worked her in the L and we didn't hit any poles this time... good Clancy!
Got this photo in from my halter contest winner, Jenny

Looks good on him! Glad you like it Jenny.