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by Rockabilly
Mon Apr 25, 2016 8:37 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Dallas the Rescue Pony...8-6-16 photos and updates
Replies: 47
Views: 25266

Re: Dallas the Rescue Pony Update 4-25-16

It's like Dallas let you "in". I know that feeling and it does bring tears.
by Rockabilly
Fri Apr 22, 2016 10:24 pm
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Topic: Dallas the Rescue Pony...8-6-16 photos and updates
Replies: 47
Views: 25266

Re: Dallas the Rescue Pony Update…and photo attempts

I love how you love them and of course I love your stories.
by Rockabilly
Fri Apr 22, 2016 7:57 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Koolkat, why did you not invite me for dinner Wednesday???? I think we should all go to Rockabilly's! You know it's going to be good! Have you tried her chocolate bourbon pecan pie? Thank You!! I would love to invite you to dinner because I'm always trying to think of something delicious to make. T...
by Rockabilly
Fri Apr 08, 2016 7:01 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

It's quite chilly here so tonight will be homemade chicken and wild rice soup and a nice salad.
by Rockabilly
Tue Apr 05, 2016 6:16 pm
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Topic: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 4-6-16 photo
Replies: 54
Views: 29822

Re: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 4-4-16 UPDATE

So you know my Billy was the most perfect horse ever, but I had a quarter horse named Buck who passed away in October, 2008 at the age of 35.5 and in his younger days no one could beat his take off! He threw dirt over the top of the barn and on the side of the barn. I never cleaned the stain off bec...
by Rockabilly
Thu Mar 24, 2016 10:00 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Lemon Butter Chicken with fresh spinach. Homemade Pineapple Coconut Cake.
by Rockabilly
Wed Mar 23, 2016 9:53 pm
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Topic: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 4-6-16 photo
Replies: 54
Views: 29822

Re: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 3-19-16 Update

Well, I actually did do that and then I had 2 calling at the top of their lungs to Billy and me. :lol:
by Rockabilly
Sat Mar 19, 2016 9:28 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tonight is Beef Enchiladas. I had some nice beef and cooked it all afternoon in the sauce I made for it. When the beef was done I took it out of the cast iron pot and shredded it with cheese and cilantro. Then I filled the corn tortillas and used the sauce on the bottom and top of the Enchiladas. It...
by Rockabilly
Wed Mar 16, 2016 8:49 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Well, I've been exploring different culture's way of cooking. I am most deeply a southern girl, but there are more things to life than what southerners cook and not that's it not delicious, but experimenting is a good thing. I am teaching myself how to stir fry and how to make egg rolls. Now I am te...
by Rockabilly
Sat Mar 12, 2016 5:17 pm
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Topic: I've changed my mind about something important.
Replies: 54
Views: 32807

Re: I've changed my mind about something important.

Wow, rockabilly, I am impressed. That must have been a difficult revelation to arrive at, given how long and hard you advocated for Billy. Thank you for sharing. Yes it was. Thank you all for understanding. What brought me to my final conclusion was Sue and Freeway. Sue is my hero not only for her ...
by Rockabilly
Fri Mar 11, 2016 12:52 am
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Topic: I've changed my mind about something important.
Replies: 54
Views: 32807

I've changed my mind about something important.

How to start this......well, I've changed my mind about something important and it is about horses. Every once in a while on the old UDBB and maybe on this one I have seen topics about people putting down their horses rather than have them suffer or a case of a poster who just did not know what to d...
by Rockabilly
Fri Mar 04, 2016 12:18 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Lemon Butter Chicken (Really delicious and I added white kidney beans just because) 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 tablespoon smoked paprika Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cre...
by Rockabilly
Wed Mar 02, 2016 4:39 pm
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Topic: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 4-6-16 photo
Replies: 54
Views: 29822

Re: The Little Red Barn Is Occupied! (My boy came home...)

You will always do great and make good decisions because you care so much. Despite all the work it is fun having him home, right?
by Rockabilly
Tue Mar 01, 2016 10:41 pm
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Topic: Freeway's finale
Replies: 16
Views: 12928

Re: Freeway's finale

Yes, he was magnificent and perfect.
by Rockabilly
Tue Mar 01, 2016 8:16 pm
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Topic: Freeway's finale
Replies: 16
Views: 12928

Re: Freeway's finale

Sue, God Bless your and Freeway's sweet hearts. I mean that sincerely.
by Rockabilly
Tue Feb 23, 2016 8:32 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tonight Pineapple Chicken Kebabs, Black Beans and Rice and Cilantro Lime Slaw.
by Rockabilly
Sat Feb 20, 2016 1:17 am
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Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
Replies: 35
Views: 20940

Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?

I buy 6 bags of feed at one time. When my husband built my tack room he made 5 large built in storage bins. I store blankets in some of them and 2 of them are for feed. My husband puts the bags in the storage bins and place one bag in the metal can. I open that bag and use it then he puts another ba...
by Rockabilly
Fri Feb 19, 2016 2:01 pm
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Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
Replies: 35
Views: 20940

Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?

I keep the bag and set the bag down into the can because that way I'm pretty sure of not finding molded pieces in the very bottom. When you're finished with a bag all you need to do is lift the bag out. You can keep your can cleaner this way. Trying to keep a can clean and get every tiny piece out i...
by Rockabilly
Tue Feb 16, 2016 1:08 am
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Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
Replies: 35
Views: 20940

Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?

amygdala wrote:metal garbage cans-- aided by 4 cats


Same here except 6 cats.
by Rockabilly
Wed Feb 10, 2016 12:09 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

It has snowed here all day with a fierce blowing wind. Really, too cold for Tennesseans. Dinner tonight homemade Bean with Bacon soup. a chopped salad, homemade yeast rolls and homemade carrot cake for dessert.
by Rockabilly
Fri Feb 05, 2016 8:44 pm
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Topic: Bread machines?
Replies: 5
Views: 5543

Re: Bread machines?

Oh, it would definitely be the "ZO" or zorushi (can not spell it). It really is the best bread machine ever. I am using a ZO that I purchased about 25 years ago and it is still going well. Personally I don't like bread baked in a breadmaker so I just use mine to make the dough. It does a m...
by Rockabilly
Sun Jan 31, 2016 10:38 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: It seems like horses always present you with something you haven't seen before.
Replies: 13
Views: 12297

It seems like horses always present you with something you haven't seen before.

It just seems that way. I know more about founder than I ever wanted to know and now I think I am getting acquainted with "heaves" or "allergies" as the vet calls them. If you all have experienced this with your horse could you tell me what you do or if you have any suggestions?
by Rockabilly
Sun Jan 31, 2016 10:34 pm
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Topic: Jingles for a peaceful passing - Update She's gone
Replies: 60
Views: 34381

Re: Jingles for a peaceful passing

My heart and empathy for what you're going through.
by Rockabilly
Tue Jan 26, 2016 7:52 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Your rolls sound interesting, Kande50. We've had quite some tough weather lately so I haven't been as attuned to cooking and baking as I usually am. I did make spaghetti and meatballs 2 nights ago. It was lovely knowing it was simmering on the stove for us when we were ready for it.
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 22, 2016 2:04 pm
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Topic: dating. <sigh>
Replies: 50
Views: 27409

Re: dating. <sigh>

Bascar, Let me tell you one of many stories from my friend's online dating experiences. She talked to one guy via email for awhile. They seemed to have a lot in common and they agreed to meet at a local mall. He got into her car and proceeded to pull out two bras FROM HIS PANTS that he said he got ...
by Rockabilly
Tue Jan 19, 2016 9:28 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: old horse and my farrier
Replies: 25
Views: 24761

Re: old horse and my farrier

I just hate it when our beloved horses die. I don't like this part of life. I'm so sorry your girl is gone.
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 15, 2016 12:21 am
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Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
Replies: 35
Views: 21162

Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?

Mine is a laundry utility sink, quite deep (maybe 18"?) made of a white composite material. That's the only thing I don't like about it, the white looks very cruddy very quickly. But it's a barn - oh well. I don't know what I'd do without it now. I have one of those in my laundry room. I thoug...
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 15, 2016 12:16 am
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Topic: RIP Alan Rickman
Replies: 13
Views: 10971

Re: RIP Alan Rickman

He was a great villain in "Quigley Down Under". I was thinking today he and Tom Selleck must have had a blast making that movie.
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 15, 2016 12:10 am
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Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
Replies: 35
Views: 21162

Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?

A sink in the feed room is a very handy thing to have. I have double sinks with hot and cold water and butcher block counter tops. I am always cutting, slicing or washing something off. I don't think you'd regret putting it in while you can and once you start using it probably think how you ever did...
by Rockabilly
Tue Jan 12, 2016 12:36 am
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Topic: Who IS horse of the month?
Replies: 19
Views: 19382

Re: Who IS horse of the month?

I always love to read about Freeway and losing him just breaks my heart.
by Rockabilly
Sun Jan 10, 2016 5:10 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

This is the first I have heard of dijon mustard powder. Where do you get it?
by Rockabilly
Wed Jan 06, 2016 9:18 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

We're having this tonight and it's delicious. Chicken Fricassee 4 (4-ounce) skinned, boned chicken breast halves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons butter or stick margarine 3/4 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup diced carrot 1/2 cup diced ham 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup fat-fre...
by Rockabilly
Sat Jan 02, 2016 12:33 am
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Topic: 2016 goals
Replies: 16
Views: 12874

Re: 2016 goals

My favorite word "Decrapifying". I will never be a hoarder because I love to decrapify too much.
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 01, 2016 5:24 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Today I am making and have just put in the oven Ina Garten's Beef Bourguignon. I took a little taste just before I put it in the oven and it is already delicious. The kitchen smells so good! We'll have just as Ina Garten presents it along with a salad. Homemade fruitcake for dessert.
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 01, 2016 3:04 pm
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Topic: 2016 goals
Replies: 16
Views: 12874

Re: 2016 goals

I thought the title was "2016 Goats". I just had to see what that was about. :D
by Rockabilly
Fri Jan 01, 2016 2:48 pm
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Topic: Freeway
Replies: 41
Views: 21436

Re: Freeway

You know, sometimes you hear that one person can't make a difference. Well, one person not only made a difference in Freeway's life, but gave Freeway the life of a champion which he was. When Quelah has time to reflect on this journey with Freeway she may see it as her finest moment in life.
by Rockabilly
Thu Dec 31, 2015 11:09 pm
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Topic: Freeway
Replies: 41
Views: 21436

Re: Freeway

Koolkat wrote:
He was spared ever relearning what it means to suffer.
.



Yes. Yes he was. I wish I were as eloquent with words.
by Rockabilly
Thu Dec 31, 2015 9:36 pm
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Topic: Freeway
Replies: 41
Views: 21436

Re: Freeway

God Bless his sweet soul.
by Rockabilly
Wed Dec 30, 2015 3:44 pm
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Topic: Today is Bob's anniversary
Replies: 6
Views: 5624

Re: Today is Bob's anniversary

And the world stopped turning for you. I know so well.
by Rockabilly
Sat Dec 26, 2015 12:44 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

For us Prime Rib, mashed potatoes, gravy, fresh green beans, waldorf salad, homemade rolls and fruitcake I made about a month ago and has been reposing in brandy. Not just any fruitcake, but fruitcake made with dried fruit. I used apricots, blueberries, cherries, golden raisins, currents & toast...
by Rockabilly
Wed Dec 23, 2015 11:04 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

No idea on the dinner front, but I've just put a pavlova into the oven and Kenny (my Kenwood mixer) is mixing up the next batch of eggy, sugary goodness. Chocolate meringues, I think. Then I want to make some of these: http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2015/12/the-browniest-cookies/#more-17132 So I ma...
by Rockabilly
Fri Dec 18, 2015 2:46 pm
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Topic: Christmas present buying - for the one who has it all?
Replies: 10
Views: 10216

Re: Christmas present buying - for the one who has it all?

What I usually do is adopt an elephant for a year for someone who is hard to buy for. The Elephant Sanctuary is in Hohenwald, Tennessee just a hop and a skip from me. Then they get updates throughout the year on "their" elephant. They have cameras so you can watch the elephants.
by Rockabilly
Sun Dec 13, 2015 8:47 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tonight is Chicken Parmesan and a small caesar salad. I made the dressing myself. I have been self teaching how to stir fry and other things. When I stir fry and have rice as part of our dinner I save the leftover rice for a few days and make shrimp fried rice. Then I decided to make egg rolls and t...
by Rockabilly
Wed Dec 09, 2015 1:14 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

scruffy the cat wrote:I'm making the warm roasted potato salad with kale and lemon-tahini dressing that bascar turned me on to years ago. Terrible name. And I roast the kale. And of course don't follow the recipe as written. But I love it nevertheless.



Oh, that sounds delicious! I will have to make this.
by Rockabilly
Mon Dec 07, 2015 11:39 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 637688

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Part of dinner was homemade hash browns. I peeled the potatoes and rinsed them. Then I used a fine shredder and shredded them on paper towels. I did not rinse them again as I wanted what starch that remained to hold the potatoes together. I put the shredded potatoes on paper towels in the microwave ...
by Rockabilly
Mon Dec 07, 2015 11:33 pm
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Topic: Where is "Home"?
Replies: 21
Views: 16290

Re: Where is "Home"?

Home is Middle Tennessee where I was born and raised. My husband also. We traveled the world and my husband always said whenever I retire I'm going back to Tennessee and get me a farm and we did, Deer Wallow Farm.
by Rockabilly
Sun Dec 06, 2015 5:44 pm
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Topic: Reconvening the Court of Grammatical Peeves
Replies: 101
Views: 57652

Re: Reconvening the Court of Grammatical Peeves

Not exactly a grammatical peeve; more like a "WTH are they teaching in school in Texas?!" -- sale ad I saw just now which is wrong in every possible way: Sail or trade $2,000 — LaCoste, Texas His name is Hoss he is 20 years old and he is such a sweet heart with so much to give does not lo...

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