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by acheyarcher
Mon May 31, 2021 10:19 pm
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Topic: 30-06 to kill a horse
Replies: 10
Views: 3952

Re: 30-06 to kill a horse

fish and wildlife officers in my state know how to humane kill. I am not sure they could be called, but if one is known to the owner they might try a private consult.
by acheyarcher
Wed May 26, 2021 1:04 pm
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Topic: Help with dumb problem
Replies: 10
Views: 3338

Re: Help with dumb problem

are you negotiating directly with the trainer??

Jump over and go to the parent of child. Explain the situation. ask them to take the saddle with your friends love,, and when the time comes , pass it on to another kid or donate to a fund raising sale.
by acheyarcher
Fri May 21, 2021 12:22 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

indeed, they have pretty strong nesting fidelity. But you are right she might have been passing through. She might show up in the late season, if so.
by acheyarcher
Thu May 20, 2021 1:09 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

Your special hummer will be interesting to follow. IF she nests and stays around, it could be an interesting study
by acheyarcher
Wed May 05, 2021 8:38 pm
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Topic: Miss A. and the clippers
Replies: 10
Views: 3435

Re: Miss A. and the clippers

I always did bridle path with scissors. So much less fuss and easier to control. My last horse had a real poor forelock and I tried a comb forward for a while but gave that up. I had a real good pair of curved tissue scissors, three snips and done
by acheyarcher
Sat May 01, 2021 2:12 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

SueB it was very brave of you to schedule so you and your partner were on vaccine reaction watch at the same time. ;-) Hope you feel fine and can enjoy the weekend.
by acheyarcher
Tue Apr 27, 2021 9:09 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

I got called back for more imaging tomorrow. Im cool with it and more likely it is yet another lump or scar tissue that will turn out NBD. I am diligent with my Mammos and would never put them off for a possible "might happen" issue. Cross that bridge if it turns up. I have risk factors , ...
by acheyarcher
Tue Apr 27, 2021 5:36 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

Updated information on Mammogram and vaccine. I went in for mine this morning. I use a breast specialty center attached to a large metropolitan medical center. I was asked if I had my vaccine and in which arm. I ask the radiologist and she said, lymph node issues are only problematic a few weeks pos...
by acheyarcher
Thu Apr 22, 2021 1:47 pm
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Topic: So what are you watching?
Replies: 166
Views: 74372

Re: So what are you watching?

I LOVED Call My Agent. I gobbled it up. It seems an unlikely show for me to enjoy but the characters and stories were so much fun. recently watched on Prime three series presented by historians "Tudor Monastery Farm" "Victorian Farm" and "Edwardian Farm". They present t...
by acheyarcher
Thu Apr 08, 2021 3:35 pm
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Topic: It's the thought that counts
Replies: 11
Views: 3801

Re: It's the thought that counts

He is investing in your life together. Tools to make home life easier are always a win.

though a box of chocolate and a nice bottle of wine would not have caused pain.
by acheyarcher
Mon Mar 29, 2021 8:14 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

so far the maternity clinical trials are not showing a lot of issues of concern. I would wonder if maternity patients would be better off with the more conventional JJ technology
by acheyarcher
Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:57 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

good to hear that everyone is making progress in getting their vaccine. I had a JJ so no booster. Next year we will hear what the follow on suggestions are, perhaps will get booster or new series., we will see. Noticed today that there is a soccer game going on at the local high school. This is in k...
by acheyarcher
Thu Mar 25, 2021 3:29 am
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

Ahh yes, you are right, if the site is not open every day that would be hard to manage. I would not get it earlier that the recommended interval, that can actually produce lower immune response. current research shows a week or two late is fine or even better in some reports. Some people report a fa...
by acheyarcher
Wed Mar 24, 2021 1:26 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

blob you dont have to get the second "spot on" the day , you have leeway for days after.
by acheyarcher
Thu Mar 11, 2021 11:28 pm
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Topic: Jobby Jingles please
Replies: 17
Views: 5195

Re: Jobby Jingles please

Ryeissa Knock them dead on your interview. If they recognize your persistence they should probably figure you know and understand their company enough to want to be there.

it is an odd job market right now. I retired in january and they could not find anyone to meet the Qs of the job I vacated.
by acheyarcher
Mon Mar 08, 2021 4:26 am
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Topic: Gardening signs of spring!
Replies: 10
Views: 3721

Re: Gardening signs of spring!

I dont have a garden but as a nature nut I can say Indian Plum, Red currant and Salmonberry were starting to bloom a week ago. These three are the first Spring blooms and they are first food for Rufus Hummingbirds. I saw a Rufus today, in south Everett Washington. Spring is here. Tomorrow is a trip ...
by acheyarcher
Fri Mar 05, 2021 2:33 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

NIce. Do you know what prey the Coyote had? Was that a skunk? It was so dark and non-descript
by acheyarcher
Sat Feb 20, 2021 1:46 pm
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Topic: A minor whine
Replies: 3
Views: 1847

Re: A minor whine

they say troubles come in threes but those threes seem to come closer and closer as we get older. This is a long run of no fun. I hope your next week is brighter. Having the vaccine on board, you can be sure you are doing an important part to getting ALL of us back to normal
by acheyarcher
Mon Feb 15, 2021 9:04 pm
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Topic: Jingles for my sick dog please- Edit- new friend March 2022
Replies: 57
Views: 13444

Re: Jingles for my sick dog please

You can see the happy in her eye {{<3 }}
by acheyarcher
Mon Feb 15, 2021 3:53 am
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Topic: So, how's the vaccination schedule going in your state?
Replies: 36
Views: 10863

Re: So, how's the vaccination schedule going in your state?

I signed up on the state web site for signaling when the tiers move. I get regular e mail alerts from my doctors medical group and they are going though the registered patients, I expect I will be contacted when they can get to that level. I suspect , sort of being at the Safeway late in the evening...
by acheyarcher
Fri Feb 12, 2021 2:00 pm
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Topic: So, how's the vaccination schedule going in your state?
Replies: 36
Views: 10863

Re: So, how's the vaccination schedule going in your state?

Koolkat my sister is in your group and lives in Snohomish county. She has received her her first vaccine. You may need to go to a different county if your inventory is low. Check in with all the usual pharmacies. SInce I retired last month and am 63 1/2, I am in the lowest tier instead of 1b essenti...
by acheyarcher
Sat Feb 06, 2021 4:08 am
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

It never occurred to me that the two procedures would take place so close together. Hard to get over how easy it is compared to days of yore.

Good to hear about your experience. My sister has put off her procedure due to COV.
by acheyarcher
Mon Feb 01, 2021 6:29 pm
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Topic: "Helpful" neighbor.
Replies: 10
Views: 4047

Re: "Helpful" neighbor.

I would have some tactful words to say, but be tactful, particularly if she is older. She may be lonely confused and perhaps a little flustered with weather event. Thank her for letting you know but state clearly that in future you need to be asked IN ADVANCE. Advise her horses have conditions that ...
by acheyarcher
Sat Jan 30, 2021 2:58 pm
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Topic: Paying for a car
Replies: 14
Views: 4622

Re: Paying for a car

that is the wisest move. I am currently on COBRA until medicare kicks in.. I consider it a very good deal for medical dental and eye at 675/ month. That is my priority expense along with rent, for the next 1.5 years. After that medical continues to be an issue with supplemental. keep the car rolling...
by acheyarcher
Fri Jan 29, 2021 3:04 pm
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Topic: Am I being too picky about Daughter's riding instructor?
Replies: 34
Views: 7989

Re: Am I being too picky about Daughter's riding instructor?

emphasis on horsemanship.
that wins over "fancy" every day!
I like that your daughter has a voice in what she thinks she needs and the instructor went there.
You are growing a thinking horsewoman. This sounds like a great place to be.
by acheyarcher
Thu Jan 28, 2021 3:05 am
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Topic: Paying for a car
Replies: 14
Views: 4622

Re: Paying for a car

my 2011 car has 150000 and is going strong with zero reason replace it. mine is a Honda . My Ford got 250000 miles At 63 I just retired. Personally I would not jump into a new car just because. Get settled into your retirement and see what your finances look like. Remember the more important needs a...
by acheyarcher
Mon Jan 25, 2021 9:56 pm
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Topic: When do you consider a horse dangerous?
Replies: 47
Views: 9788

Re: When do you consider a horse dangerous?

Sounds like a horse that was born defective and cannot function normally. Chronic health issues from yearling , if not before, tells me this is a non functional animal. Makes me wonder if there is brain circulation defect that makes him neurotic. As a friend you are in a very unfortunate position wh...
by acheyarcher
Fri Jan 22, 2021 3:07 am
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Topic: Best purchase under $100
Replies: 18
Views: 6316

Re: Best purchase under $100

for folks with arthritis or other hand impairments BRIX Jar Key this handy item is like a giant old style pop bottle opener. What it does is crack the vacuum seal which is what usually makes jars so hard to twist open. Oh I need this! I have very small hands and usually can't get a good enough grip...
by acheyarcher
Thu Jan 21, 2021 9:29 pm
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Topic: Best purchase under $100
Replies: 18
Views: 6316

Re: Best purchase under $100

for folks with arthritis or other hand impairments

BRIX Jar Key

this handy item is like a giant old style pop bottle opener. What it does is crack the vacuum seal which is what usually makes jars so hard to twist open.
by acheyarcher
Wed Jan 20, 2021 10:19 pm
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Topic: Am I being too picky about Daughter's riding instructor?
Replies: 34
Views: 7989

Re: Am I being too picky about Daughter's riding instructor?

IMHO, any instructor that would have a child handle/ride an animal that isn't safe (beyond the usual caveats) needs to be left behind. That is not good judgement. Nor is it good judgement on the part of the barn owner. How in heavens name did that horse enter the picture of even being remotely suit...
by acheyarcher
Wed Jan 20, 2021 2:04 pm
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Topic: For Fun: Your hypothetical horse shopping!
Replies: 25
Views: 6718

Re: For Fun: Your hypothetical horse shopping!

I not longer ride, its been about 5 years. If I were to ride again, it would be simple trail and beach riding. I do love, however, rehab and rebuild projects. This little mare is cute and needs some correct flat work to build her up, if possible. Perhaps some corrective shoes as well, not 100% sure....
by acheyarcher
Mon Jan 18, 2021 2:21 pm
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Topic: Private investigators, "dormant funds"--scam or no? Updates...
Replies: 20
Views: 6509

Re: Private investigators, "dormant funds"--scam or no? First update...

Certainly my first thought it was a substantial amount. The "PIs" would never have made an effort over the 5 and 10 dollar amounts usually listed. I wonder if you can simply complete the process and tell Mom when the money is in hand that an audit of the estate found some accounts which ha...
by acheyarcher
Fri Jan 15, 2021 3:11 am
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Topic: Private investigators, "dormant funds"--scam or no? Updates...
Replies: 20
Views: 6509

Re: Private investigators, "dormant funds"--scam or no?

can be anything from overpaid taxes to forgotten insurance policies. Totally agree with checking not only these home states, but all states for your deceased relatives names. Insurance company in wisconsin might list your uncle who died in Texas, for instance. Easy enough to do over an hours time. M...
by acheyarcher
Thu Jan 14, 2021 2:27 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

And no, your eyes and your teeth are not part of your body according to insurance and medicare

Still baffles me. Particularly teeth, which when unhealthy are directly linked to increase risk to the heart.
by acheyarcher
Tue Jan 12, 2021 8:10 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

I have always found it interesting that insurance does not cover corrective lens. While many people dont have eye care insurance( conventional ophthalmic , not medical eye disease etc) those who do have eye insurance then need to have and consume potentially ever changing glasses lens prescriptions ...
by acheyarcher
Sun Jan 10, 2021 2:01 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

It amazes me how people manage to have their trail cameras in just the right spots to capture videos like those! I'd never have the luck! LOL! I think Parliament of Owls has spend a lot of time exploring a huge area off trail and looking for signs indicating the animal presence. The placement of hi...
by acheyarcher
Thu Jan 07, 2021 2:39 am
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

love your videos. Liked watching the birds figuring out the frozen water tray.

do you follow Parliament of Owls on You Tube? HIs Bobcat vs Rattlesnake was epic capture
by acheyarcher
Thu Jan 07, 2021 2:31 am
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Topic: Anyone with experience of "Misfits Market"?
Replies: 7
Views: 3645

Re: Anyone with experience of "Misfits Market"?

look for local options. keep in mind that your driving / flying veg is likely taking its second ride and consuming fossil fuels . plus packaging ( chill packs?) seems to contradict the virtue of organic. In my area there are local options where you can go pick up in person. Others are small farms wh...
by acheyarcher
Sat Jan 02, 2021 8:04 pm
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Topic: Best purchase under $100
Replies: 18
Views: 6316

Re: Best purchase under $100

I love my electric mattress pad! It allow the bed to be pre-warmed so when you jump in it isn't that clammy cold feeling, Usually I turned it off then, but on the coldest nights leaving it at aa very low setting was perfect.
by acheyarcher
Fri Jan 01, 2021 1:20 pm
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Topic: What are you reading?
Replies: 51
Views: 13580

Re: What are you reading?

Starting the year with "The Daily Stoic" 366 meditations and Sandi Toksvig's Almanac . Sandis book came from a You Tube project she started at the beginning of lockdown. a daily discussion of women in history. Rare and hidden stories. Hoping to make each book a daily,, quiet start. This is...
by acheyarcher
Thu Dec 31, 2020 10:35 pm
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Topic: Best purchase under $100
Replies: 18
Views: 6316

Re: Best purchase under $100

my best purchase was an experience. I visited London in January and finally was able to Mudlark; beachcombing on the Thames. It requires a license and is tightly regulated to location etc. I came away with a few clay pipes from the early 1600s and a lovely Echinoid fossil. I cannot wait to return. I...
by acheyarcher
Tue Dec 22, 2020 1:02 pm
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Topic: Jupiter-Saturn conjunction tonight
Replies: 7
Views: 2994

Re: Jupiter-Saturn conjunction tonight

typical in Puget Sound country we had weather during a unique event. Even more unusual , it was snow. I guess the rarer the event, the rarer the weather. It snowed about 2 inches at sundown and it has pretty much melted overnight. What the heck?
by acheyarcher
Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:29 pm
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Topic: Lewyn and I went to states (pics)
Replies: 12
Views: 4559

Re: Lewyn and I went to states (pics)

NIce. NOt only this sweet pony , but that you live someplace sunny and warm right now and that you are free to go to a horse show.
by acheyarcher
Fri Dec 04, 2020 9:59 pm
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Topic: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)
Replies: 242
Views: 127104

Re: Bobcat on my trailcam (video!)

love the shadow of the squirrel running up the tree after bouncing off the cam
by acheyarcher
Tue Dec 01, 2020 1:14 am
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Topic: Horse abuse and vet behavior
Replies: 8
Views: 4402

Re: Horse abuse and vet behavior

has she wandered off unseen by anyone ( wink wink)?
by acheyarcher
Fri Nov 27, 2020 12:27 am
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Topic: Covid 19
Replies: 155
Views: 65075

Re: Covid 19

I saw an interesting paper last week discussing the titers pediatric ( under 18) patients had against MMR and their Covid severity. Kids who had a high titer from the MMR vaccine, specifically titer against Mumps, had less severe Covid disease symptoms. There is , apparently a protective aspect to t...
by acheyarcher
Fri Nov 27, 2020 12:20 am
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Topic: Bruised tailbone advise
Replies: 9
Views: 3661

Re: Bruised tailbone advise

did you get a diagnosis ( imaging etc) It might be a good idea to get an evaluation and plan. I had a non-fracture injury years ago and saw PT for electro therapy on the damaged muscles. Lost of soft tissue attachments to be concerned with. took several months for the big pain and for a couple year ...
by acheyarcher
Fri Nov 27, 2020 12:17 am
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Topic: Osteomyelitis
Replies: 6
Views: 3115

Re: Osteomyelitis

what a distressing diagnosis. I hope she makes a fine recovery.
by acheyarcher
Fri Nov 20, 2020 1:57 pm
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Topic: Kirby (1998-2020)
Replies: 23
Views: 7080

Re: Kirby (1998-2020)

I am so sorry for your loss. I too fell in love with a ranch QH and your story reflected all of his good qualities. I know you lost a true friend and unique spirit. Sending you a big hug and understanding.

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