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by KathyK
Tue Nov 24, 2020 1:49 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Finally feeling prepared
Replies: 10
Views: 4212

Re: Finally feeling prepared

The room is darling!
by KathyK
Mon Nov 23, 2020 4:04 pm
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Topic: UDBB Cookbook CD
Replies: 8
Views: 3250

Re: UDBB Cookbook CD

sonesta wrote:My copy will no longer open! Anyone know where I can get another copy?

I'll send you mine. The case is cracked, but not badly. If you don't mind that, PM me your mailing info.

Good to see you back, sonesta.
by KathyK
Sun Nov 22, 2020 1:58 pm
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Topic: Oh thank the powers that be!!
Replies: 17
Views: 6297

Re: Oh thank the powers that be!!

Koolkat I hear you. I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop. Apparently Michael Cohen suggests how this will play out. That Trump will never concede he will continue to push the law suits as long as he can then leave for mar a lago saying he had the election stolen from here and declare run in 20...
by KathyK
Sun Nov 22, 2020 1:50 pm
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Topic: Kirby (1998-2020)
Replies: 23
Views: 7122

Re: Kirby (1998-2020)

I feel selfish in saying a great weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Robyn - You set Kirby free from his body which had taken away his quality of life. You did the right thing, even knowing it would cause you great pain. Wishing you well, may the memories soon bring you only joy. KK I understa...
by KathyK
Wed Nov 18, 2020 12:02 am
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Topic: Covid 19
Replies: 155
Views: 66005

Re: Covid 19

OMG the diaper with the tail hole! Adorable and hilarious!
by KathyK
Tue Nov 17, 2020 12:55 am
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Topic: I cantered
Replies: 13
Views: 5097

Re: I cantered

You are heroic! Well done!
by KathyK
Tue Nov 03, 2020 1:25 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: New Here!
Replies: 25
Views: 6893

Re: New Here!

Welcome! Alfie is gorgeous and it sounds like you are in for a lot of fun.
by KathyK
Sat Oct 31, 2020 1:42 pm
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Topic: A cute story
Replies: 1
Views: 1142

A cute story

I gave a friend a gift of a Baker 5/A scarf. In her thank-you she shared this cute story:

"When I was a kid my mom asked my dad for a Baker sheet for Christmas. She got a baking sheet and was very disappointed! :lol: "
by KathyK
Sat Oct 31, 2020 1:37 pm
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Topic: A bit slow to the party, but I am back!
Replies: 32
Views: 8363

Re: A bit slow to the party, but I am back!

Sunshine2Me wrote:Hello! I don't post much, but I read often, and am one of the "oldies" from UDBB. Glad to see you here!

Same here -- welcome back!
by KathyK
Wed Oct 21, 2020 2:21 am
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Topic: Always check that your gates are LOCKED
Replies: 7
Views: 2814

Re: Always check that your gates are LOCKED

I'm glad everyone is safe and the quiet routine is in place once again. Nothing gets the blood pumping better than seeing your horse galloping down the road. I know about this. One time was one too many.
by KathyK
Tue Oct 20, 2020 12:38 am
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Topic: Old friend died
Replies: 13
Views: 4260

Re: Old friend died

It's terrible when a person with such tremendous abilities and heart falls prey to her demons. I'm so sorry, Sue.
by KathyK
Mon Oct 12, 2020 2:21 am
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Topic: Is anyone else having a hard time with all of this?
Replies: 60
Views: 20681

Re: Is anyone else having a hard time with all of this?

Chisamba wrote:but no, she insisted, no one could be better than her. despite having 4 cancers.

How do you know she thought no one could be better? Did she say that? Can you show where she said that?
by KathyK
Sun Oct 11, 2020 11:46 pm
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Topic: Divorce- how did you get through it
Replies: 44
Views: 13424

Re: Divorce- how did you get through it

I'm so sorry, Dresseur. Being blindsided is awful, and not easy to get through. But you will get through it, I promise. You've gotten good advice re: lawyers and I hope you will find one who stands up for you and your rights. Day to day, the best advice I can give you is to keep putting one foot in ...
by KathyK
Sun Sep 20, 2020 2:07 pm
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Topic: Will This Do It?
Replies: 22
Views: 7563

Re: Will This Do It?

There are several issues his supporters care about, but most care about only one issue and not the others: abortion, white power, their financials. They have no empathy. They do not care that more than 200,000 Americans are dead due to arrogance, vindictiveness, and shortsightedness. They do not car...
by KathyK
Fri Sep 18, 2020 2:51 pm
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Topic: I wish I could have seen my horse with my new eyes.
Replies: 7
Views: 2789

Re: I wish I could have seen my horse with my new eyes.

Do you have photos of him? You may not have been able to see him clearly in photos before, either, but now you can. I'm glad your surgery was successful.
by KathyK
Tue Sep 15, 2020 12:26 am
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: ISO 54" "Pimple" rubber reins FOUND!
Replies: 0
Views: 1333

ISO 54" "Pimple" rubber reins FOUND!

Black, would love buckle ends but not necessary. Decent used condition is fine. Anyone have a pair they want to clear out?
by KathyK
Fri Sep 11, 2020 12:17 am
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Topic: Cataract Surgery. I'm having it.
Replies: 17
Views: 5735

Re: Cataract Surgery. I'm having it.

I know you probably aren't supposed to be reading yet, but I want you to know I thought about you yesterday, hoping things went smoothly, and that you'll be back here soon to let us know.
by KathyK
Sat Aug 29, 2020 5:38 pm
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Topic: New horse! : Connor
Replies: 13
Views: 4841

Re: New horse! : Connor

Congratulations! I think you have a good one.
by KathyK
Tue Aug 25, 2020 2:21 am
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30754

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

SueB, you're not usually obtuse. What are you thinking?
by KathyK
Sat Aug 22, 2020 6:29 pm
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30754

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

Sue B wrote:Figures....

I don't understand this comment, either. Plenty of people have been banned by SafeSport and not had it reversed. SafeSport must have had good reason for its decision.
by KathyK
Fri Aug 21, 2020 1:18 pm
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Topic: How is everyone?
Replies: 25
Views: 9445

Re: How is everyone?

I'm sorry for all who are experiencing sadness and difficulties, COVID-related or otherwise. I'm one of the very lucky ones who has not been much affected by the pandemic, at least not so far. I had an outpatient surgery at the end of last month and had to be tested for COVID a few days prior; it ca...
by KathyK
Wed Aug 12, 2020 12:59 pm
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Topic: Found My Pony
Replies: 20
Views: 8502

Re: Found My Pony

Canyon wrote:Congrats - she is a beautiful pony!

And, the Men of Mayhem - is that the litter that Sac (or someone else?) rescued and placed with UDBB members? If so, what a blast from the past!

I remember that! It's great to see one of them now and to know he's the best dog ever.
by KathyK
Tue Aug 11, 2020 1:25 pm
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Topic: Found My Pony
Replies: 20
Views: 8502

Re: Found My Pony

Ooh, I like her!
by KathyK
Sat Jul 18, 2020 1:07 am
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Topic: Shipping
Replies: 9
Views: 5712

Re: Shipping

Another cautionary tale regarding UPS: a friend shipped a saddle that she packed herself, and UPS was happy to take her money for supposed insurance. The saddle arrived at its destination utterly broken, with truck TIRE MARKS on the box. Like Sunshine2Me, UPS refused to pay out on the insurance, and...
by KathyK
Tue Jul 14, 2020 1:57 am
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Topic: Missing in Action
Replies: 13
Views: 7789

Re: Missing in Action

Echoing what those above have said, I'm sorry for the health issues that forced you to rehome the horses, but so glad you found a wonderful situation for them, and helped this young woman realize her dream. I hope your health issues are resolved and you can look ahead to the next chapter in you rlife.
by KathyK
Wed Jul 08, 2020 1:59 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: Shows in Georgia
Replies: 6
Views: 4170

Re: Shows in Georgia

A friend of mine went to a dressage schooling show and recognized WD show in Conyers here recently. The horse park was requesting everyone wear a mask unless on a horse (they had the dressage show going and QH show going) apparently no one was following the rules. This is why, for the first time in...
by KathyK
Wed Jul 08, 2020 2:12 am
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Topic: Happy Birthday, Shirley!
Replies: 3
Views: 2678

Re: Happy Birthday, Shirley!

A beautiful story, and a lovely way to end the day.
by KathyK
Tue Jul 07, 2020 12:18 am
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Topic: Online dating apps
Replies: 23
Views: 12455

Re: Online dating apps

I once went out with a man I met on match.com who told me over dinner that he had been abducted by aliens. Oddly, I believed him.
by KathyK
Wed Jul 01, 2020 11:17 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Passier Hubertus Schmidt Double Bridle
Replies: 0
Views: 1893

Passier Hubertus Schmidt Double Bridle

Lightly used, well cared for Passier Hubertus Schmidt double bridle. Horse size. Reins not included. $200 (OBO) plus shipping. I can provide more photos if you let me know what you want to see. IMG_20200313_165854340 Passier Bridle 1 - Copy.jpg IMG_20200313_165918443 Passier caveson.jpg IMG_20200313...
by KathyK
Wed Jul 01, 2020 1:30 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: A bit of a brag
Replies: 11
Views: 6297

Re: A bit of a brag

Thank you! Yes, we're "newish" to each other, just a little over a year now, and a year with our trainer. B (horse) is a terrific schoolmaster, and I cannot overstate the benefits of riding a schoolmaster. He's not very generous but if I'm correct, he gives me what I ask for. He has a big,...
by KathyK
Tue Jun 30, 2020 2:07 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: A bit of a brag
Replies: 11
Views: 6297

Re: A bit of a brag

If the thrill and excitement of competition (and I mean this sincerely because I get it) is important, then this might not be satisfying. But if a person wants feedback from a respected and learned source, this is a great opportunity. I plan to submit again to Natalie Lamping in a few months, after ...
by KathyK
Tue Jun 30, 2020 2:03 am
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: A bit of a brag
Replies: 11
Views: 6297

Re: A bit of a brag

If anyone signs up for a test entry on Virtual Horse Sport, let them know in the comments that you heard about in on the DDBB. They are interested in knowing how people are finding out about it.
by KathyK
Mon Jun 29, 2020 7:50 pm
Forum: Dressage Training
Topic: A bit of a brag
Replies: 11
Views: 6297

A bit of a brag

My trainer has been encouraging me to send a video to Virtual Horse Sport, an online competitions, coaching, and training website. You can pick from any of the participating judges. These are the current choices: Judges.png So, last week we taped my second ever attempt at Third 1, and I sent it to b...
by KathyK
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:47 pm
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Topic: Some Good News
Replies: 38
Views: 17039

Re: Some Good News

Wonderful news! May you have an uneventful pregnancy. Except for the end, of course.
by KathyK
Thu Jun 25, 2020 12:35 am
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30754

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

I was wondering whether there's been as much wailing and carrying on in other sports as there's been in ours.
by KathyK
Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:18 pm
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30754

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

There's no point in continuing to compare SS's procedures to court procedures. Open court can be absolutely devastating for the victims, but without their testimony, there's no case. Fortunately, SS can look at the evidence and make a decision without compelling the victims to out themselves.
by KathyK
Wed Jun 24, 2020 2:09 am
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Topic: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban
Replies: 83
Views: 30754

Re: Bob MacDonald SafeSport Ban

The one concern I have with SS is there is no open trial, so we have no idea about the victims, evidence, etc. Not saying that we must, but it is hard to trust what we can't see. That is where it leaves the door open for these kinds of statements. Well, there is no "open trial" because th...
by KathyK
Tue Jun 09, 2020 1:59 am
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Topic: Godspeed, LaurieB
Replies: 13
Views: 8554

Re: Godspeed, LaurieB

I'm so sorry to hear this. :(
by KathyK
Tue May 12, 2020 1:03 pm
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Topic: Silly/fun horse pics
Replies: 11
Views: 7391

Re: Silly/fun horse pics

:lol: So cute!
by KathyK
Sat May 09, 2020 12:30 am
Forum: Rider health and fitness
Topic: Groin/Hip/Knee - (spinoff from Dresseur's post)
Replies: 39
Views: 26386

Re: Groin/Hip/Knee - (spinoff from Dresseur's post)

Excellent, heddylamar! Now stop weeding and do what your ortho says. :D
by KathyK
Wed May 06, 2020 12:28 pm
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Topic: Another reason I love my barn
Replies: 7
Views: 5490

Re: Another reason I love my barn

This is wonderful. <3
by KathyK
Tue May 05, 2020 12:38 pm
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Topic: Feeling sorry for myself
Replies: 8
Views: 5893

Re: Feeling sorry for myself

I like the term booger plug. I do the neti bottle (brand name is NeilMed) daily, and a few times a week add a compounded steroid. I keep the Simply Saline in my car and desk but I don't think it is as forceful as the neti bottle. The neti bottle gets a LOT of gross stuff out of my nose. Went to my ...
by KathyK
Sat May 02, 2020 5:30 pm
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Topic: Baby Giraffe Turns 4!
Replies: 17
Views: 10339

Re: Baby Giraffe Turns 4!

What a shame she turned out so unattractive, actually terribly ugly. I will take her off your hands. Please send right away.
by KathyK
Sat May 02, 2020 1:36 pm
Forum: Rider health and fitness
Topic: Groin/Hip/Knee - (spinoff from Dresseur's post)
Replies: 39
Views: 26386

Re: Groin/Hip/Knee - (spinoff from Dresseur's post)

Update! I had a virtual appointment with the ortho's PA. I've had mixed experiences with PAs, mostly not happy experiences, but this man was great. He listened to me, took my concerns seriously, and answered my questions. Long story short, I'm a candidate for a hip replacement when I'm ready . I lik...
by KathyK
Tue Apr 21, 2020 11:56 pm
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Topic: My house horse
Replies: 8
Views: 6381

Re: My house horse

Clever!
by KathyK
Sat Apr 11, 2020 1:00 am
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Topic: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)
Replies: 17
Views: 10993

Re: In which I ask for jingles for my best girl bailey (dog)

She looks like such a sweet old gal. Jingles for a quick and complete recovery.
by KathyK
Sun Apr 05, 2020 12:08 pm
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Topic: Minor vent
Replies: 23
Views: 14507

Re: Minor vent

You can purposely misunderstand me if you like. Not much I can do about that. But I'm pretty sure you are very much aware that I was talking about the average boarding situation with just a few hours of turnout at this time of the year. You assume a lot. If you want to avoid being misunderstood, th...
by KathyK
Sun Apr 05, 2020 1:19 am
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Topic: Covid 19
Replies: 155
Views: 66005

Re: Covid 19

I was so sure she lived here in Ohio. I thought I saw her at Dollar Tree.

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