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by Snork
Fri May 19, 2023 12:24 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: UPDATE Below: 2 week deadline to trailer load - advice please
Replies: 21
Views: 3019

Re: UPDATE Below: 2 week deadline to trailer load - advice please

I'm so sorry about your kitty Josette. What a heartbreak.

Congratulations on successful trailering experience and jingles for quick healing for the pony!
by Snork
Tue Apr 04, 2023 5:00 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Home schooling
Replies: 10
Views: 1492

Re: Home schooling

Never, in a million years, would have thought I'd homeschool my child[ren] but here we are. I homeschool one of my daughters. I want to start off by saying that I didn't intend to homeschool. I didn't want to homeschool. I thought homeschooling was a thing religious wackos living in hovels somewhere...
by Snork
Tue Aug 16, 2022 12:41 am
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Topic: Cardiac ablation
Replies: 30
Views: 5753

Re: Cardiac ablation

Somehow I missed this. So glad the procedure went well and you're on the mend, Paula!
by Snork
Wed Aug 03, 2022 4:54 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Kittens!
Replies: 96
Views: 27935

Re: Kittens!

Siamese have such distinct little faces. I love seeing your pictures and I am also quite curious how the nail trimming went. Do you still have most of your fingers?
by Snork
Wed Aug 03, 2022 4:51 pm
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Topic: RIP Pro A Resolute
Replies: 19
Views: 3534

Re: RIP Pro A Resolute

I am very sorry for your loss, except. I remember your stories of him well.
by Snork
Tue Jul 12, 2022 3:11 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Sac + Blind Horse + "Shine On"
Replies: 3
Views: 1546

Re: Sac + Blind Horse + "Shine On"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=algQ-SFzsIQ&t=66s

This is Movado under harness, to "Shine On" but it's before the accident.

I sometimes think of sac and wonder how she is doing. I wish we hadn't lost touch.
by Snork
Wed Apr 27, 2022 4:48 pm
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Topic: Anyone in search of a young horse?
Replies: 11
Views: 2656

Re: Anyone in search of a young horse?

The market is absolutely red hot, and that 2-year old was a steal. I now have an 11-year old who is riding. She was a serious gymnast who had one of those "serious gymnast" falls. Time and rehab are healing the body, and to my absolute joy, horses and dogs are helping with the heartbreak. ...
by Snork
Wed Apr 13, 2022 4:09 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So what are you watching?
Replies: 166
Views: 74426

Re: So what are you watching?

We're binge watching Outer Banks this week. So far (we're done with E8S1) it is really good! As an added bonus, it is, for the most part (there is some drug and alcohol use, and one of the main characters has an abusive father who beats the living daylights out of him) family friendly (certainly com...
by Snork
Wed Apr 13, 2022 4:04 pm
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Topic: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat. An update.
Replies: 33
Views: 5488

Re: Neighbor's dog killed my beloved cat.

I am so sorry Mountaineer. What a heartbreak.
by Snork
Wed Dec 15, 2021 2:31 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: My "new" horse
Replies: 21
Views: 4680

Re: My "new" horse

Congratulations! She looks like a very cool critter.
by Snork
Sun Nov 07, 2021 5:26 pm
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Topic: Woe is me...
Replies: 17
Views: 3767

Re: Woe is me...

Oy. My stomach clenched just reading this. House renovations are the worst, and the only thing worse than house renovations are house renovation mishaps. Fingers crossed the floors can be saved.
by Snork
Mon May 24, 2021 7:55 pm
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Topic: Help with dumb problem
Replies: 10
Views: 3340

Re: Help with dumb problem

I'm thirding a donation.
by Snork
Sun Apr 25, 2021 12:56 am
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12665

Re: Got my second jab today

I had my second shot on Monday. I didn't expect much reaction since I barely even had a sore arm after the first, and, frankly, I kind of thought that the people complaining of side effects might just be on the sensitive side. After all, people complain about reaction to flu shot too, and I get a fl...
by Snork
Wed Apr 07, 2021 1:30 am
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Topic: My Spinal Stenosis journey.
Replies: 13
Views: 4571

Re: My Spinal Stenosis journey.

Rockabilly, I missed you. I don't post very much but I do still read the board. I missed you, and I wondered how you were. I'm sorry you had to go through so much pain, and I'm glad you feel better now!
by Snork
Mon Nov 23, 2020 12:24 am
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Topic: I cantered
Replies: 13
Views: 5071

Re: I cantered

Congratulations!!!
by Snork
Tue Sep 22, 2020 6:51 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127153

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

The baby coyote is a frequent visitor!
by Snork
Fri Aug 21, 2020 10:26 pm
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30532

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

And Aunt Becky is only getting 2 months in prison. Apparently, today was a good day to be a sleaze.
by Snork
Tue Aug 18, 2020 9:45 pm
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Topic: Am I weird?
Replies: 12
Views: 6038

Re: Am I weird?

... I wonder why we keep them? Do we just want to keep remembering them? I think, for me at least, deleting them also feels like a saying that they don't belong here anymore, there's no space for them. Nothing could be further from truth. LaurieB is in my phone and seeing that number is like a tiny...
by Snork
Tue Aug 18, 2020 9:10 pm
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Topic: Trips/events cancelled, trips/events planned?
Replies: 18
Views: 6887

Re: Trips/events cancelled, trips/events planned?

It seems like a lifetime ago when we actually planned, and then went on, trips. Sometimes the only way I know it really happened is because the Facebook memory reminders come up on my own feed. We missed out on quite a lot of travel. The annual "let me catch my breath and just be" trip to ...
by Snork
Sat Aug 08, 2020 3:21 pm
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Topic: It's an introvert's world right now.
Replies: 12
Views: 6323

Re: It's an introvert's world right now.

social distancing has been really easy for me, in many ways it has been a relief. Obviously I don't like the reason we are having to distance, but I am not struggling with it like many are. In fact, I have been thinking about how hard it will be for me to adjust back to normal social interactions w...
by Snork
Fri Jul 17, 2020 3:39 pm
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Topic: Shipping
Replies: 9
Views: 5668

Re: Shipping

It's been a few years since I looked into it, but at the time I compared prices, UPS was, by far, the best deal.
by Snork
Tue Jul 07, 2020 5:03 pm
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Topic: Some Good News
Replies: 38
Views: 16907

Re: Some Good News

Congratulations!
by Snork
Tue Jul 07, 2020 12:46 am
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Topic: Online dating apps
Replies: 23
Views: 12323

Re: Online dating apps

Rockabilly, WITPE stands for Where Is That Puke Emoticon. We used to use it, years back. :) Apple finally listened and now one can liberally sprinkle green vomiting icons through one's text messages but I don't believe we have it on the board. For shame, because this is one place where it would be r...
by Snork
Tue Jul 07, 2020 12:33 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30532

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

The USAG "permanently ineligible" list is a mile long, and growing. Athlete A, horrifying as it is, barely scratches the surface of what went on with Nassar and the associated creeps. Nassar was, and is, a monster but he could have never gotten away with what he did if it hadn't been for d...
by Snork
Mon Jul 06, 2020 8:30 pm
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Topic: Online dating apps
Replies: 23
Views: 12323

Re: Online dating apps

PaulaO wrote:My favorite picture (according to ourtime.com, a match for me!) was a guy in a tank top holding his arm over his head so his armpit hair was on display. And of course he was wearing sunglasses......I'd rather spend time with my cat and my horse.....


WITPE
by Snork
Mon Jun 15, 2020 10:56 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30532

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

SafeSport would not not issue a lifetime ban for a 47 year old one-time event any more than Santa can ban the Tooth Fairy.
by Snork
Thu Jan 23, 2020 12:45 am
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Topic: On Saying Goodbye...
Replies: 31
Views: 17640

Re: On Saying Goodbye...

For so many people, doing the right thing is all a lot of talk - they watch an animal suffer and slip until the light goes out. You're so brave to give your sweet boy that most unselfish, painful gift of passing before the world was unbearable. Hats off to you and lovely Fergus, and many gentle hug...
by Snork
Mon Jan 13, 2020 7:30 pm
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Topic: World Cup Oh Oh...
Replies: 38
Views: 20701

Re: World Cup Tickets?

This looks so, so fun. Alas, WC is the same weekend as the Regionals for my kiddos so I'll be sitting in some midwestern city watching 300 little girls and boys in leotards while you chill in Vegas.

Now when I put that day, can someone tell me, again, why my kids aren't into horses? :mrgreen:
by Snork
Mon May 20, 2019 10:17 pm
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Topic: Done deal, I bought a horse!
Replies: 53
Views: 27890

Re: Done deal, details after the PPE

Fingers crossed!
by Snork
Tue May 07, 2019 2:57 pm
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Topic: Confederate statue should also be removed for piss-poor riding
Replies: 21
Views: 19019

Re: Confederate statue should also be removed for piss-poor riding

I think Roy Moore's horse had a twitter account at one point, the poor critter. It was hilarious.
Edited to add: Found it! https://twitter.com/roymooreshorse?lang=en
by Snork
Thu May 02, 2019 9:20 pm
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Topic: The Real Rules of Dressage
Replies: 17
Views: 10408

Re: The Real Rules of Dressage

I found the list exceedingly funny despite owning an extensive collection of German breeches and matching saddle pads and polos. :mrgreen:
by Snork
Tue Apr 23, 2019 5:26 pm
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Topic: Any folks familiar with NM and/or CO?
Replies: 26
Views: 14021

Re: Any folks familiar with NM and/or CO?

I think the person you most need to talk to is bascar. She will know that area like the back of her hand. Is bascar here?
by Snork
Mon Apr 22, 2019 12:07 am
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Topic: Travel insurance companies (for people)
Replies: 2
Views: 2939

Re: Travel insurance companies (for people)

For people emergencies, easiest way to get automatic travel insurance is to use one of the premium cards - Chase Saphire Reserve or Citi Prestige. Travel insurance is included for up to the amount paid with the card (sometimes more) for any interruption/cancellation that is done for a covered reason...
by Snork
Sun Apr 21, 2019 2:41 am
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Topic: Don Martillo diagnosed with Shivers
Replies: 33
Views: 20204

Re: Don Martillo diagnosed with Shivers

First, scruffy I’m so very very sorry. I’m sick for, and with you. There is so much repugnant stuff in this industry, both due to willful ignorance and complete lack of moral standards, that being disappointed is almost a given. Some of the best and worst people hang out around horses, and a whole l...
by Snork
Fri Apr 19, 2019 5:49 pm
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Topic: trailers and SUVs
Replies: 43
Views: 22372

Re: trailers and SUVs

I bought the trailer through the dealer in TX. There's another one in MD but TX was closer, and, honestly, gave me a better deal on the particular trailer I wanted (pretty color with a drawing. I'm reasonable like that. HA!) I can look it up for you but I think at the time (2017) the list price was ...
by Snork
Fri Apr 19, 2019 5:22 pm
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Topic: Dyeing leather white
Replies: 12
Views: 9409

Re: Dyeing leather white

Thanks Xan and WheresMyWhite. The youngest's coach recommended the shoe but he is from Europe and not intimately familiar with the non-FIG rules. IWAs are standard issue for international competition, and also allowed in USA by USAG, our national (rather disgraced, currently in bankruptcy proceeding...
by Snork
Thu Apr 18, 2019 6:05 pm
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Topic: kid-friendly meals
Replies: 11
Views: 8347

Re: kid-friendly meals

I'll second/third/fourth tacos that everyone can assemble as they see fit. I have had sleepovers where one kid only put in meat, another only cheese and the third just about everything.

Waffles, scrambled eggs and pancakes are good for breakfast.

If all else fails, everyone eats buttered toast. HA
by Snork
Thu Apr 18, 2019 5:50 pm
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Topic: Dyeing leather white
Replies: 12
Views: 9409

Re: Dyeing leather white

Thank you! A very good point about the swoosh potentially being treated as another decoration, and one I hadn't thought about. Unfortunately the swoosh is a big reason for getting these particular shoes in the first place - from what I understand, the swoosh part acts somewhat like a rock tape in ho...
by Snork
Wed Apr 17, 2019 4:56 pm
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Topic: Dyeing leather white
Replies: 12
Views: 9409

Dyeing leather white

This is not at all horse related but given that it deals with leather and horse people are mavericks, I can't imagine a better place to ask. Can I dye the gold leather in the "swoosh" in these shoes white? Will it hold? I need to get these shoes (German) to conform to these requirements (o...
by Snork
Mon Apr 15, 2019 10:40 pm
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Topic: trailers and SUVs
Replies: 43
Views: 22372

Re: trailers and SUVs

I have a Boeckmann Portax K (I think. Maybe E. The one with two full size groom doors instead of a door and a second ramp). It is a fantastic trailer, basically an upgraded Brenderup, and I tow with an SUV. I'm a nervous, inexperienced tower who gets spooked at a drop of a hat but this particular co...
by Snork
Thu Dec 27, 2018 11:18 pm
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Topic: In which I'm reminded how much horse shopping sucks!
Replies: 301
Views: 166439

Re: In which I'm reminded how much horse shopping sucks!

... the sire, Semper Fidelis, is by Tzigane? So jumping lines Trakehner. But the damsire is Regazzoni. I've only personally known one horse by him, but by all accounts he was pretty representative (with the usual warnings the plural of anecdote is not data and all that). Beautiful, overly sensitive...
by Snork
Tue Dec 18, 2018 6:14 pm
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Topic: Paging Lisa Noel!
Replies: 4
Views: 4200

Re: Paging Lisa Noel!

Lisa is redsoxluvr here too.
by Snork
Wed Nov 28, 2018 7:01 pm
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Topic: I said YES!
Replies: 28
Views: 15024

Re: I said YES!

Congratulations! Here's to many happy years.
by Snork
Tue Oct 30, 2018 1:30 am
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Topic: I falled off
Replies: 14
Views: 10054

Re: I falled off

Oh no. I hope you feel better soon!
by Snork
Tue Oct 30, 2018 1:28 am
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Topic: In which I'm reminded how much horse shopping sucks!
Replies: 301
Views: 166439

Re: In which I'm reminded how much horse shopping sucks!

If I’m not mistaken, last time harmless banter like this on this board landed aregard and bj in Ireland. Hunting. For reals.

Send pictures from Olympia girls. :lol:
by Snork
Sat Oct 13, 2018 2:32 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Brand new Lemieux matchy pads
Replies: 7
Views: 7109

Re: Brand new Lemieux matchy pads

Turquoise and caramel are spoken for. DappleField, I'm in Chicago - I think the connection is that at one point you were in Omaha which is where my in-laws live as well.

But I'm happy to mail the fuchsia to you!
by Snork
Fri Oct 12, 2018 8:06 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Brand new Lemieux matchy pads
Replies: 7
Views: 7109

Brand new Lemieux matchy pads

I have too many saddle pads, as evidenced by the fact that these three sets haven't even been taken out of their packaging. My best friend is threatening to disown me and any day the husband will accidentally open the door to what he thinks is our second laundry to realize it's actually a tack close...
by Snork
Thu Sep 27, 2018 4:12 pm
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Topic: Anyone looking for a prospect?
Replies: 11
Views: 8565

Re: Anyone looking for a prospect?

I laughed out loud at Totolony. :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Snork
Wed Sep 26, 2018 11:02 pm
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Topic: French horn anyone?
Replies: 10
Views: 7648

Re: French horn anyone?

Hmmm, my best friend, a vet, might just have a French horn. I think it was French horn she was playing. It's a nice one too.

If not, I'll ask if my kids want to part with their harmonica :P

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