he twins vatched as the chestnut-colored orse calmed and started cutting a fine circle around Jarod, the Rocking A's horse trainer. With his head up, nose forward, and golden tail streaming behind, Spirit made wide rings. He trotted easily at the end of the thirty-foot strap that connected Spirit to Jarod's hand. Directing his pupil, Jarod used vocal commands to signal the horse's next move. "Walk," he said just loud enough for Spirit to hear him. Spirit's gait slowed 5"Halt," Jarod said. shifting the strap from one hand to the other. 6"Reverse," Jarod said, tugging on the strap Spirit cocked one ear forward and one back. He hesitated, paused for a moment, and stomped a hoof on the ground. "Reverse," Jarod repeated in a louder voice. Spirit walked backward a few steps. 7 When the training session ended, Jarod stroked the horse's neck. Then he released Spirit into a nearby pasture. He strolled over to talk to the twins. 8 Do you think you're ready to take charge? hims whil out thre resl pu7 nna