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by orono
Tue Oct 03, 2017 12:01 am
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Would you do it differently?
Replies: 16
Views: 14030

Re: Would you do it differently?

I wouldn't do anything differently, I have ridden regularly for about 35 years, and have owned for much of it. When finances have been tight I have leased horses out to cover the costs but maintain control. I have had ups and downs, times of advancing, and other times of stagnation (probably some re...
by orono
Mon Oct 02, 2017 11:43 pm
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Topic: My first time at a band competition
Replies: 3
Views: 4182

Re: My first time at a band competition

I remember doing those when I was in HS, they were a ton of fun. I'm still in touch with the friends I made then, and it was in the 80s.
by orono
Mon Oct 02, 2017 11:42 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Episode 3 in which my horse tries reining
Replies: 71
Views: 45467

Re: Episode 3 in which my horse tries reining

I would probably put the shoes back on and see how he does, this doesn't sound like fun for either of you.
by orono
Thu Sep 28, 2017 8:25 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Trying again, hope this is the one!
Replies: 77
Views: 54303

Re: Trying again, hope this is the one!

Beautiful!! Glad you're enjoying her! :D
by orono
Thu Sep 28, 2017 8:18 pm
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Topic: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded
Replies: 19
Views: 15262

Re: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded

PS. How would you handle things if your current barn helper got pregnant after moving in to the mobile with her fiance?
by orono
Wed Sep 27, 2017 10:54 pm
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Topic: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded
Replies: 19
Views: 15262

Re: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded

I think this will be easier to resolve before they move in than afterwords. But putting your foot down may cost you both tenants, so make sure you're ready for that. I understand not wanting kids around (though I have 3 myself!), but I think the grey are is that you were allowing them on weekends. M...
by orono
Wed Sep 27, 2017 10:46 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Trying again, hope this is the one!
Replies: 77
Views: 54303

Re: Trying again, hope this is the one!

How's your beautiful girl doing? She has a lovely topline!
by orono
Wed Sep 20, 2017 10:26 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: September and October Goals and Progress
Replies: 382
Views: 201825

Re: September and October Goals and Progress

That's a nice before and after Chisamba!! I would love to fix my shoulder tilt in the half pass too! :D
by orono
Tue Sep 19, 2017 7:38 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Trying again, hope this is the one!
Replies: 77
Views: 54303

Re: Trying again, hope this is the one!

What a beautiful girl, I hope you have fun with her! :D
by orono
Sun Sep 17, 2017 11:58 pm
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Topic: Farm/Stable on 16 acres for sale!
Replies: 31
Views: 21633

Re: Farm/Stable on 16 acres for sale!

What a beautiful place, I wish I was shopping in that neck of the woods!
by orono
Wed Sep 06, 2017 4:27 am
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Topic: Puerto Rico ( Irma sounds terrifying)
Replies: 23
Views: 17499

Re: Puerto Rico ( Irma sounds terrifying)

Very scary, I hope Irma changes her path somewhat and they are not hit with the full force.
by orono
Mon Sep 04, 2017 10:59 pm
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Topic: Another sad farewell to our gentle giant, Ben.
Replies: 29
Views: 20143

Re: Another sad farewell to our gentle giant, Ben.

What a beautiful dog, I'm so sorry for your loss.
by orono
Sun Sep 03, 2017 12:51 am
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Topic: What I've been up to...
Replies: 21
Views: 15604

Re: What I've been up to...

Beautiful, thank you for sharing.
by orono
Wed Aug 16, 2017 8:17 pm
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Topic: Jingles for Chancellor
Replies: 42
Views: 27034

Re: Jingles for Chancellor

Many heartfelt jingles.
by orono
Sun Aug 13, 2017 9:06 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Rolling direction - what can be said?
Replies: 12
Views: 10050

Re: Rolling direction - what can be said?

Mine has no withers and is built like a marshmallow on legs..but can't roll over. Rolls on one side, gets partly up (sometimes only to her knees) then down on the other side. She made it over completely once and shocked herself. She's quite supple, so I don't worry about it, but have noticed it over...
by orono
Wed Aug 02, 2017 8:44 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: The "falling down" neck / neck like a waterfall
Replies: 19
Views: 15669

Re: The "falling down" neck / neck like a waterfall

I've heard it a few times, but clinicians who's first language was not english. I think it's a way of describing something that doesn't have an exact translation.
by orono
Thu Jul 27, 2017 2:48 am
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Topic: "Purple" mattress, anyone tried? Thoughts?
Replies: 9
Views: 9023

Re: "Purple" mattress, anyone tried? Thoughts?

No info on the mattress but LOL "rogue"!!
by orono
Thu Jul 27, 2017 2:47 am
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Topic: Guess the breed? New puppy after our old girl crossed over
Replies: 48
Views: 29992

Re: Sick dog: Update, she's gone...picture.

What a beautiful and happy dog. I'm so sorry for your loss, but thank you for sharing her with us.
by orono
Tue Jul 18, 2017 1:20 am
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Topic: Witnessing a Choke Death
Replies: 16
Views: 14169

Re: Witnessing a Choke Death

:shock: Sickening and abusive. I'm glad you're looking to move Albert.
by orono
Mon Jul 17, 2017 3:33 am
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Topic: Day 1 of vacation, and THIS happens!
Replies: 23
Views: 19589

Re: Day 1 of vacation, and THIS happens!

What would you tell one of your patients if they had the same injury and wanted to ride? lol
by orono
Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:35 am
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Topic: Witnessing a Choke Death
Replies: 16
Views: 14169

Re: Witnessing a Choke Death

I'm so sorry, for you and for the poor mare. How long ago did the choke start? I don't understand why she was wandering the property loose because of it? I have seen horses who were choking that were able to resolve it on their own fairly quickly (less than 15 mins), but for her to starve to death i...
by orono
Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:31 am
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Topic: Day 1 of vacation, and THIS happens!
Replies: 23
Views: 19589

Re: Day 1 of vacation, and THIS happens!

Ouch! That sucks! I think you should be ok to ride once the swelling subsides, if you keep the rein outside of your pinky finger so there's no pressure on the ring finger. I would stick to reliable mounts with good brakes and steering just in case.
by orono
Tue Jul 11, 2017 2:06 am
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Topic: My daughter's new mount!
Replies: 21
Views: 16438

Re: My daughter's new mount!

What a cutie!! Congrats! I hope your daughter enjoys him!! :D
by orono
Sat Jul 08, 2017 7:40 pm
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Topic: A sad postscript
Replies: 26
Views: 17257

Re: A sad postscript

I'm so sorry for your loss. :'(
by orono
Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:51 pm
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

Oh that's wonderful! So much easier to continue at the same spot than to get a horse back from the trainers and settled into a different place! :D
by orono
Fri Jul 07, 2017 7:49 pm
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Topic: Guess the breed? New puppy after our old girl crossed over
Replies: 48
Views: 29992

Re: Sick dog; there's no hope, is there? Update, not so great.

I'm so sorry, I'm glad you get to enjoy a few more days with her. Please post a pic when you can. Hugs.
by orono
Thu Jul 06, 2017 1:30 am
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Topic: Ariel 3, halters 0
Replies: 10
Views: 8448

Re: Ariel 3, halters 0

Worth a try, though I know some people/barns insist that they are taken off overnight as not to impede vision (I have left them on 24/7 during ulcer treatments with no issues).
by orono
Wed Jul 05, 2017 10:59 pm
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Topic: Ariel 3, halters 0
Replies: 10
Views: 8448

Re: Ariel 3, halters 0

Does she live outside or come in every night?
by orono
Wed Jul 05, 2017 7:46 pm
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Topic: Ariel 3, halters 0
Replies: 10
Views: 8448

Re: Ariel 3, halters 0

If she's losing halters she's either catching them on something or paying rough with a buddy. Probably safer to turn her out without them, just in case, even if they're breakaway.
by orono
Wed Jul 05, 2017 3:23 am
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

You guys look great!! Will she be staying at the same barn as you take over her riding?
by orono
Tue Jul 04, 2017 3:04 am
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Topic: Guess the breed? New puppy after our old girl crossed over
Replies: 48
Views: 29992

Re: Sick dog; there's no hope, is there? Update, not so great.

I know how you feel, I'm the same way. I'm glad you have a diagnosis, best wishes with making a decision re treatment etc. Hugs.
by orono
Mon Jul 03, 2017 11:16 pm
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Topic: Buddy!
Replies: 5
Views: 5340

Re: Buddy!

What a little doll!!
by orono
Mon Jul 03, 2017 11:16 pm
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Topic: Guess the breed? New puppy after our old girl crossed over
Replies: 48
Views: 29992

Re: Sick dog; there's no hope, is there?

High WBC is usually a sign of infection, if that's what it is she might feel much better after some antibiotics, and fluids or anti inflamms if she needs them. I wouldn't say it's hopeless, but it's good to be open to different outcomes with older animals. Hope she feels better soon.
by orono
Sun Jul 02, 2017 5:02 pm
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Topic: Barn dilemma
Replies: 27
Views: 19993

Re: Barn dilemma

Terrific!! :D
by orono
Sun Jul 02, 2017 3:56 pm
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Topic: I bought Ariel last night
Replies: 34
Views: 21530

Re: I bought Ariel last night

Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you!! :D
by orono
Fri Jun 30, 2017 10:57 pm
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

Fabulous!! I love when things go better than expected!! :D
by orono
Wed Jun 28, 2017 5:16 pm
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Topic: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.
Replies: 19
Views: 14536

Re: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.

Jenniferkey just posted a nice drafty type in the sales section, horse is located in TX. (just in case) :)
by orono
Wed Jun 28, 2017 2:02 pm
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

How are things going with your girl? Have you had the trainer talk yet? :)
by orono
Fri Jun 23, 2017 10:27 pm
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Topic: Funky A, or Altair.
Replies: 22
Views: 15421

Re: Funky A, or Altair.

The donkey is beyond cute, and looks like a real character. Glad they both landed softly. Fingers crossed that the gelding works out well as a schoolie.
by orono
Fri Jun 23, 2017 10:25 pm
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Topic: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.
Replies: 19
Views: 14536

Re: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.

Fingers crossed for your new find!
by orono
Fri Jun 23, 2017 10:24 pm
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Topic: Cheers!
Replies: 23
Views: 15996

Re: Cheers!

Nice to 'see' you here!! :D
by orono
Wed Jun 21, 2017 4:27 pm
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

Oh I see!! Good luck with your talk, and post more pics when you can! :D
by orono
Wed Jun 21, 2017 1:30 am
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Topic: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.
Replies: 19
Views: 14536

Re: Looking for a draft-sized unicorn.

That's so sad, what a loss. I can't think of anything but will definitely keep my eyes and ears open.
by orono
Wed Jun 21, 2017 1:07 am
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Topic: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!
Replies: 21
Views: 16531

Re: I FINALLY rode Phoenix!

Your mare is so pretty!! What a terrific accomplishment!! I know you said money is a factor, but I strongly suggest that you're able to walk, trot & canter before you take her on by yourself. You've spent so much time and money to get her to this place in her training, you want to make sure that...
by orono
Tue Jun 20, 2017 11:55 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Deneb:
Replies: 175
Views: 95839

Re: Deneb:

This sounds like a terrific plan, hopefully it works well for her/you. Looking forward to updates.
by orono
Tue Jun 20, 2017 8:22 pm
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Topic: Barn dilemma
Replies: 27
Views: 19993

Re: Barn dilemma

Where would you trailer to? Is that barn close enough to be an option?
by orono
Sat Jun 17, 2017 8:36 pm
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Topic: Left out an ingredient---help...;)
Replies: 2
Views: 4432

Re: Left out an ingredient---help...;)

I think this was a double post, iirc it was plenty sweet without the corn syrup. :)
by orono
Sat Jun 17, 2017 1:02 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: How to manage bolting?
Replies: 37
Views: 23818

Re: How to manage bolting?

That's a terrific solution, looking forward to updates! :)
by orono
Fri Jun 16, 2017 2:55 pm
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Topic: Barn dilemma
Replies: 27
Views: 19993

Re: Barn dilemma

I missed the part about your kids already riding at the other barn, that would be the tipping point for me. I do get that there are good things about your current barn (even if some of the rules seem over the top). You could always give it a trial period (say 3 months?) and see how you feel afterwar...
by orono
Fri Jun 16, 2017 12:54 am
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Topic: Sicily was lovely!
Replies: 14
Views: 11228

Re: Sicily was lovely!

What a spectacular wedding, sorry about the crustaceans, glad it wan't a more severe reaction.

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