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I love it! Thanks for sharing your part of the world. Great footage and it is so cool to share our "locals."

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I'm picking up this theme from the training thread, where there has recently been discussion of the feel of the rising wither, draped rein, and how contact changes over training. I think there are interesting POVs to explore. I invite one and all to join in, perhaps considering some of these questio...

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What an awesome update. Congratulations on your progress, Capstone, and congratulations to your whole team! I agree that your horse is very lucky to have you all

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Moutaineer wrote:63.638 for a first place

Is this your incredibly understated show report? If so, woo hoo!! Go Mountaineer and Laddie!!!

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I'm curious about the influence of non-Dem/Rep parties in these elections. Below is my POV, which is shared by many educated, savvy pundits FWIW: "Using your example - if the Libertarian POTUS candidate got a lot of votes - not enough to be considered a threat but enough to draw attention - wo...

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Well he looks sane and rideable and cantered on both leads well, so clearly you have done fabulous work. Indeed!!! And maybe you can smile inside at your power to scare this trainer out of the warm-up ring at will. Chisamba, I like that circle exercise---good reminder, and nice report on how it wen...

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PaulaO wrote:Make getting a gun as difficult as getting an abortion. Show graphic videos, call the parents...

IMO, it should be much easier to get an abortion.

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I ride one handed a little bit each ride. ..It shows that you have control of the shoulders and don't need reins to steer. I also ride one handed some of most rides. Like MC says, for me it is a test of straightness and shoulder control via the seat and legs. If I'm having straightness issues, I do...

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I no longer see the post I was responding to, so I'm deleting my comment.

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Excellent!

BTW, when we use the phrase "blanket model" in our barn, it usually means "pretty, but not the brightest crayon in the box." I don't think that applies to your boy!

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Not exactly. The San Bernardino shootings were done by a husband and wife. Sorry--true. And that was actually quite unusual, although the overall record around violent crimes does point to men most of the time. Are you invoking the phrase "people don't kill people, guns kill people"? IME,...

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Maybe I should worry more about the American influence :( I certainly do! We are a pretty messed up people. If you look at the recent history of mass killings in the US, what they all have in common is MEN were the killers. http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/06/12/481768384/a-list-of-the-d...

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I agree that Capstone's horse should be a bridle model. Gorgeous! (and I usually don't like bling....but since I have a very white grey horse you've got me thinking about it!).

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That is incredibly sad news. I'm so sorry for you, all his students and his dear wife.

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Very sad. I hope for the best for him. Can't help but say that I hate that he is never wearing a helmet in the photos on his site/pages/book. Some of the smartest horse people still do refuse to wear helmets, I know, but it is remarkably stupid IMO. But maybe he wears one when getting on a strange h...

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What a good boy, Cartier!

Capstone, did you know he was this sort of horse when you got him? What a gem and so nice to send you great scores when you are away.

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Now that is a quality update. Wishing you rapid healing Shirrine.

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So much to think about, eh? No more riding around just looking pretty any more! I *do* know what you mean, M. I am "lucky" enough to have a horse that looks pretty pretty quite a lot, but it is not as *real* and powerful as it should be. Hence our remedial activities. That said, If I sudd...

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Lots of good advice from Kelo. "Nothing in Life is Free" was a basic program for my old rescue Weim and also for any of my dogs going through adolescent obnoxiousness. You may find it helpful to have the dog on lead in the house (if not leash aggressive) to help you institute such a progra...

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One of my favorite blue cheeses is "Bleu d'Auvergne" from the south central region of France. Truly spicy and scrumptious.

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Looks good! To give you hope, my DH rented many beautiful places on large acreages before buying cool places of our own. Some folks gots the house karma--you might be one of them!

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Yes, you better review the hell out of this spa. I'm counting on you.

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Demi, I don't think it will take you that long! Photos are hard critics. But can be useful. I look forward to seeing more! I can tell you are a thinking rider and your mare is lovely. My mantra of late has been "I want the left side more like the right side! And I want the right side more like ...

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Kelo, it was great to see you all featured in the USDF mag. Is that Matt teaching people about dressage in the photo above? He looks pretty good at the PR work, too

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This 2nd home sucks. Thinking of you and wishing you strength.

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I'm completely not an expert, Mountaineer, as I primarily train and get critiqued by people who know more than I do! (and who do compete regularly) However, here is my short hand: -In second level, the horse actually needs to be on the bit/connected the whole time. Not just when you think about it. ...

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Hope it's awesome and supports your dreams!

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I like both, but if I were buying note cards (which I do buy!), then black and white. As the person for a (white) grey horse, I'm pretty much a sucker for cards with grey horses on them!

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Chisamba, that was an awesome update, including the Deneb bit. Well done. And thank you for the reminder about connection as a journey! I am also keeping Demi's "clarity" comments in mind. Sometimes it's not pretty, but it is "clear"!! Just wanted to cheer everyone on in their pu...

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Curry-flavored braised or carmelized cabbage is great. I also like raw or lightly dressed (in a vinaigrette) cabbage in tacos/lettuce wraps.

Fennel is great braised or raw in a citrus salad.

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So funny. I love how he is completely pleased with himself.

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Thinking of you. Consider asking for donation help from friends who have more. Many people are happy to help if asked.

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Ryeissa wrote:
Tarlo Farm wrote:My cover is different. Mine has Laura Graves on Verdades

me too, nothing weird about it

Do you all think there is some extra equipment in Verdades photo? aka photoshop fail?

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so, what's the "worst-case scenario" there. Who's got a feed program that reads like a grocery list! I need examples to improve the design! Raises hand! My mare, like most horses in my barn, gets a custom mix of ingredients. Hers looks something like this for AM, noon and PM meals: Supple...

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In a large barn, it is smart to have a photo on the sign for ID purposes. My barn also produces laminate signs as horses come and go. I had to laugh at the space for feed instructions, though. A bit tiny---although the specifics are really needed in the feed room, not on the stall sign. But I suppos...

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What a nice shot. Tell us about Lucky! How did he get his name?

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OP, I thought you were talking about the Dressage edition cover at first. There is some weird photoshop boo boo going on with Laura Graves and Verdades. Like they left in a martingale or something from a different cover and made it connect!!

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Overall goal is to continue my commitment to genuine connection. It is tricky with Emi because she is comfortable and easy to do a lot with even when she is not connected! However, my increased understanding of just how much more active her hind legs can be is motivating me to say let's improve this...

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I liked that Rosie posted a wrap up, so I will do the same. While we've ridden very consistently (5 x week) the last two months, I think our biggest breakthrough is realizing that while Emi and I can do/or some days just get through movements through 3rd level, we have some very fundamental issues w...

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Adorable!

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This is a hard thread for me to comment on because to give a proper response requires quite a bit of thought. I just can't try that hard :lol: I will try to get back to this. Demi, I have to say your comment made me really laugh! Thank you. :D :D I guess this topic is intriguing for me both persona...

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Suzon, I was wondering whether you all like the location of the current house. Is there any "site prep" you will save if you do choose to re-build?

Just asking for my own education! I have a bad habit of looking at properties with "interesting" dwellings on them

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I like how your trainer thinks! I hope they have a great show and you have a great trip and reunion with your lovely fellow.

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Flight, it is so cool that you are doing this! I've been following your work in the training forum but I didn't realize you were doing an intensive WS position. Sounds like hard, good work.

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How fun, Paula! Glad you are back in the saddle.

I'm still amazed at your earlier dressage lessoning experience where the trainer really didn't get that you are the kind of person who will buy a really nice horse and use the barn/trainer services, given the right timing.

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Suzon, it's great to have an update and visuals! I fantasize about having a little 3 acre property in a lovely setting like yours---that sounds so much more manageable than our current situation. Of course I am speaking after a long weekend of way too much property work. At least I think I have talk...

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Cranky and a little sassy! Good for you! I don't know how old hoopoe is, she seems understanding. I tended to get a little more forgiving as I got older. Not to say that you are not. I like your attitude because you seem to cut people some slack. Because I "know" you from the training for...

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Your gills are large for you but really sound like the least of current challenges.

Hope the pain/nausea game works out soon. Hang in.

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Oh, Rosie. Good for you for speaking your mind. Why on earth does the public think they "own" a pregnant woman? Is a leftover from tribal days or something? Without attempting to turn this into a political commentary, I will say that the coverage of Trump's candidacy shows us an example o...

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Rosie, I'm glad the Sternberg videos of his young horse were inspiring. I thought they might be! I love Bliss's color this time of year, too.

Emi and I are enjoying the entree of summer. She loves the heat and so do I! We have a JJ Tate clinic in about a month---I am looking forward to it.

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