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by PaulaO
Sun May 02, 2021 12:51 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Rain rot
Replies: 4
Views: 1776

Re: Rain rot

I've used The Blue Stuff lotion 3 times and it seems to clearing up the scurf. Of course SHE doesn't like the lotion application, but if she were in pasture and rain started, she wouldn't even notice. I know people who have used MicroTek so I will keep that in mind. Still too cold for baths....
by PaulaO
Sat Apr 24, 2021 3:14 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Vaccine reactions
Replies: 25
Views: 6387

Re: Vaccine reactions

Ariel had her spring shots Thursday--R/F, E/W something else I don't remember, and strangles. Two shots plus the intranasal strangles. Last year she was punky after shots. Yesterday she was all perky and fine, no reations.
by PaulaO
Sat Apr 24, 2021 3:11 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: So what are you watching?
Replies: 166
Views: 74379

Re: So what are you watching?

Right now I'm spending the weekend in front of my laptop watching the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event. I still call it Rolex.
by PaulaO
Fri Apr 23, 2021 12:02 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Rain rot
Replies: 4
Views: 1776

Rain rot

Miss A has developed small patches. The hair is gone and there is what I call greasy skin underneath. I can rub it off with my fingers. I put MTG on a spot Tuesday and it has improved. Yesterday I borrowed Hay, Where Is (aka the blue stuff) lotion and applied to other spots. The vet was out yesterda...
by PaulaO
Sun Apr 18, 2021 11:31 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: What are you reading?
Replies: 51
Views: 13580

Re: What are you reading?

Yesterday I started “Half Like” by Jillian Cantor. It features Marie Curie, and what if she never went to Paris but stayed in Poland to marry and chose love over science. It alternates chapters with the “what if” and the real story. It is excellent.
by PaulaO
Sun Apr 04, 2021 2:24 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: My Spinal Stenosis journey.
Replies: 13
Views: 4571

Re: My Spinal Stenosis journey.

I missed you! Your journey sounds horrible. I'm glad you are on the road to improvement. The hospitalization sounds scary. Sadly, it was necessary to do those middle of the night checks. I'm glad you don't have diabetes. You are on the upwards trajectory of recovery. Are the horses scared of your wa...
by PaulaO
Mon Mar 22, 2021 3:51 pm
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Topic: So what are you watching?
Replies: 166
Views: 74379

Re: So what are you watching?

Watching Law and Order U.K. via Acorn, but it's also on Amazon Prime with commercials. First 2 seasons are outstanding, third season is o.k., I've kinda stopped with the fourth.
by PaulaO
Fri Mar 19, 2021 12:23 pm
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Topic: Warning: Mommy brags present
Replies: 7
Views: 2369

Re: Warning: Mommy brags present

You have every right to brag. Few 18 year olds oils have gone through that without pushing and prodding from their parents. He’ll have a blast at “regular “ college. I did!
by PaulaO
Thu Mar 18, 2021 8:35 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

Mountaineer, apparently I’ve allergies for decades, causing internal (sinus) inflammation and chronic sinusitis. I finally went to an allergist because of the hives. She did testing, and thank goodness I’m not allergic to horses. But the number one is cats (looking at my black kitteh sitting in the ...
by PaulaO
Thu Mar 18, 2021 3:05 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Century ride
Replies: 8
Views: 3319

Re: Century ride

One of my dreams is to become a member of the USDF Century Club.

Please post pictures of you and your boi.
by PaulaO
Thu Mar 18, 2021 3:03 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Re: Got my second jab today

I had no reaction to shot 1 but am fatigued today. I slept 10 hours and am contemplating a nap now even though I’ve only been awake for an hour. @Mountaineer, have you tried plain Benadryl? None of these namby pamby H2 antihistamines do squat. I had chronic hives for 3 months and Benadryl was the on...
by PaulaO
Wed Mar 17, 2021 9:52 pm
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Topic: Got my second jab today
Replies: 53
Views: 12664

Got my second jab today

COVID shot. I got Moderna. I’m not expecting any side effects but am taking tomorrow off just in case...... :D
by PaulaO
Mon Mar 15, 2021 11:35 pm
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Topic: Little pleasures.
Replies: 6
Views: 2285

Re: Little pleasures.

I used to take smoke breaks in my car. I called it The Cone of Silence.
by PaulaO
Sun Mar 14, 2021 2:01 pm
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Topic: Happy birthday Dr Gekas
Replies: 1
Views: 1039

Happy birthday Dr Gekas

It’s Pi Day. 3/14. I was friends (platonic, thankyouverymuch) with Dr Gekas whose birthday is today. Every Friday we did the WSJ crossword puzzle, and we always talked about books, movies, etc. He called me “a lady of letters.” Our friendship was important to me. He was an excellent physician and an...
by PaulaO
Sat Mar 13, 2021 9:54 pm
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Topic: horse helping cancer patients
Replies: 6
Views: 2521

Re: horse helping cancer patients

My friend sent me the link. I got pretty misty eyed reading it.
by PaulaO
Sat Mar 13, 2021 12:43 am
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Topic: Jobby Jingles please
Replies: 17
Views: 5195

Re: Jobby Jingles please

Ryeissa wrote:oh! Interviews are coming in! whooo! this is place Ive been trying to get into for OVER A YEAR.


Very exciting! Knock em dead! :D
by PaulaO
Tue Mar 09, 2021 5:31 pm
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Topic: Jobby Jingles please
Replies: 17
Views: 5195

Re: Jobby Jingles please

Jobby jingles to you! May everyone get the job they dream of and deserve.
by PaulaO
Sat Mar 06, 2021 8:52 pm
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Topic: Godspeed, Beetle
Replies: 20
Views: 6122

Re: Godspeed, Beetle

I am so sorry for your loss of an excellent friend, Beetle. May flights of angels sing him to rest. Blessings to Aix.
by PaulaO
Fri Feb 26, 2021 1:02 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Took Gilbert to meet Phoenix
Replies: 4
Views: 2234

Re: Took Gilbert to meet Phoenix

Gilbert is definitely giving the side eye in the first two, but in the third he looks like he’s enjoying himself. Perhaps he will need his own pony....
by PaulaO
Sun Feb 21, 2021 1:51 am
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Topic: A minor whine
Replies: 3
Views: 1847

Re: A minor whine

I remembered how to post! Did a lot of walking since it was cold. About 15 degrees. We’ve had between 30 and 40 inches of snow this month. Miss A tried to climb the mountain of plowed snow next to the pasture gate....
by PaulaO
Fri Feb 19, 2021 6:27 pm
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Topic: A minor whine
Replies: 3
Views: 1847

A minor whine

As you all know, I had double cataract surgery. Wednesday I got my first COVID shot. Ouch. Today I ended up at the dentist with a cracked crown. Bottom left molar aaaalllll the way in the back. I told her to replace it. Out comes the GIANT SHOT OF NOVACAINE. I have a pretty high pain tolerance but t...
by PaulaO
Thu Feb 18, 2021 1:06 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?

Got my first shot yesterday. Moderna. My arm ached but no other side effects.
by PaulaO
Fri Feb 12, 2021 7:53 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?

It's Illinois, so it's a total cluster youknowwhat. I'm getting my first vaccine on Wednesday at the hospital where I work.
by PaulaO
Tue Feb 09, 2021 6:20 pm
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Topic: Just need some cyber hugs
Replies: 28
Views: 7754

Re: Just need some cyber hugs

Huge hugs coming your way. Sometimes birthdays suck.

I'm sorry about your mother in law. I hope your DH is able to attend the services without getting ill.
by PaulaO
Sun Feb 07, 2021 8:48 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Another Vehicle Thread
Replies: 20
Views: 6727

Re: Another Vehicle Thread

Red is the best car color.
by PaulaO
Sat Feb 06, 2021 10:17 pm
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Topic: Another Vehicle Thread
Replies: 20
Views: 6727

Re: Another Vehicle Thread

Most importantly, what color is your new ride?
by PaulaO
Sat Feb 06, 2021 5:57 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

My balance was slightly off between the first and second surgeries. The surgeries are done 2 weeks apart for that reason, so that the eyes are balanced within a close window. Now I’m wearing readers which is weird. I wore progressive lenses for decades.
by PaulaO
Fri Feb 05, 2021 8:51 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

After the first I decided not to ride until after the second. I ended up working only half days for the first week. Takes me lots of time to recover from surgery plus I was so afraid of getting my eye poked. Now the forecast is single digits for the next 7 days so I’ll be staying away. I plan on rid...
by PaulaO
Fri Feb 05, 2021 5:58 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

Second surgery was yesterday and it went without a hitch. No more glasses! I need readers but my distance vision is excellent. I’ll be able to find Ariel in the pasture! Although there is another chestnut TB mare her size who wears the same color and brand of blanket. Piney even cribs like Miss A bu...
by PaulaO
Sat Jan 30, 2021 2:49 pm
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Topic: Paying for a car
Replies: 14
Views: 4622

Re: Paying for a car

Touch wood, the Camry has needed nothing more than routine maintenance. Every month I put $350 into savings, but some months I have to tap into that. I have over 20k in savings but don’t wasn’t to empty my account for a car. I’m going to keep the Camry and if repairs mount up, will re-evaluate.
by PaulaO
Wed Jan 27, 2021 8:31 pm
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Topic: Paying for a car
Replies: 14
Views: 4622

Paying for a car

I'm 65 next year and plan on retiring. My 2010 Toyota Camry has 130K miles. I'm starting to think about replacing it (although I do love the car and am not interested in the latest bells and whistles, like Bluetooth). I don't have the money in my savings account to buy a car outright. However, I hav...
by PaulaO
Wed Jan 27, 2021 6:44 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Please jingle for my niece!
Replies: 7
Views: 2452

Re: Please jingle for my niece!

Nora is a nice name. I assume mom and baby are doing fine.
by PaulaO
Wed Jan 27, 2021 6:42 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?

I've always said about @sshole horses "put 'em in with the mares. They'll straighten him out." LOL
by PaulaO
Tue Jan 26, 2021 6:12 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: When do you consider a horse dangerous?
Replies: 47
Views: 9788

Re: When do you consider a horse dangerous?

It’s not an if somebody gets hurt. The horse is a time bomb and I guarantee the solution of what to do will only happen when someone gets a serious injury.Retirement seems like passing the buck unless the current owner retires him to a place where only she handles him. I say put him down.
by PaulaO
Mon Jan 25, 2021 9:44 pm
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Topic: Please jingle for my niece!
Replies: 7
Views: 2452

Re: Please jingle for my niece!

Jingles for a short labor and uneventful delivery. Does the wee one have a name?
by PaulaO
Mon Jan 25, 2021 9:42 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Please jingle for a friend
Replies: 6
Views: 2161

Re: Please jingle for a friend

Very sad. Adding your friend to my prayer list.
by PaulaO
Mon Jan 25, 2021 9:40 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?

He’s dangerous now. No waiting for a diagnosis. Biting, kicking, and you say you couldn’t turn your back on him as a youngster. I’m not experienced with doing a lot of diagnostics, but how far has the owner gone with scans, lameness exams? If his behavior is due to pain, the pain must be pretty seve...
by PaulaO
Mon Jan 25, 2021 9:34 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

Miss A will be like “where’s my carrots?” She sees me as an orange stick vending machine.
by PaulaO
Mon Jan 25, 2021 2:04 am
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

The surgery was Thursday and went without a hitch. I’m able to have corrective IOLs. My left eye is near perfect vision now. The right will be done the 4th. My sister spent the night with me. I’ve been tired and my eye aches but nothing abnormal. I’m wearing just readers which is an adjustment. Sadl...
by PaulaO
Tue Jan 19, 2021 4:54 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: For Fun: Your hypothetical horse shopping!
Replies: 25
Views: 6718

Re: For Fun: Your hypothetical horse shopping!

I avoid the pricey (to me, anything about $10K) horses or the fancy movers or the upper level trained horses simply because I like to potter around. I do like warmblood-sales for window shopping. I'd for this girl because she's relatively inexpensive and not highly trained. Do I believe I would go f...
by PaulaO
Tue Jan 19, 2021 4:50 pm
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Topic: Has anyone been on a plane recently?
Replies: 10
Views: 3459

Re: Has anyone been on a plane recently?

Sunny Santa Cruz wrote: Brought my own snakes. The airports were pretty empty as well.


MF snakes on this MF plane! I know you meant snacks. I hope you meant snacks.
by PaulaO
Sat Jan 16, 2021 8:41 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Re: Cataract surgery next week

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=i+can+see+clearly+now&ru=%2fsearch%3fq%3di%2bcan%2bsee%2bclearly%2bnow%26form%3dANNTH1%26refig%3db59db896f6504f93b6a6280519f1f780%26sp%3d1%26qs%3dLS%26pq%3di%2bcan%2bsee%2bclea%26sk%3dPRES1%26sc%3d8-14%26cvid%3db59db896f6504f93b6a6280519f1f780&view=detai...
by PaulaO
Sat Jan 16, 2021 8:33 pm
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Topic: Our Long Awaited Arrival!
Replies: 16
Views: 5759

Re: Our Long Awaited Arrival!

Lovely, robust chap. Is he a tow head?His name is awesome. Is his middle name Blyth? After the eventing great Blyth Tait....
by PaulaO
Tue Jan 12, 2021 6:38 pm
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Topic: Cataract surgery next week
Replies: 22
Views: 7270

Cataract surgery next week

Having my left cataract removed. I'm so excited, because I'm getting an intraocular lens to correct my distance vision and astigmatism! For the first time in 50 years I won't have to wear glasses, just readers. February 4 my right eye will be done. Of course insurance doesn't cover the corrective le...
by PaulaO
Tue Jan 05, 2021 7:04 pm
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Topic: A New Normal?
Replies: 14
Views: 4971

Re: A New Normal?

Despite over 2 years of intense therapy, I still tend to deny outside forces affecting me. I've finally realized how this pandemic has hit me. I'm not a hugely social person. I have 2 or 3 good friends and dammit, I miss being with them. I chose to stay home from the extended family Thanksgiving. Ch...
by PaulaO
Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:58 pm
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Topic: A New Normal?
Replies: 14
Views: 4971

Re: A New Normal?

I am one of the few who dislikes working from home. I want to be at my desk with my computer and everything I need. I have a sweet work environment though. I am a solo hospital librarian with my own office in a quiet hallway. Down the hall is the bathroom and the cafeteria. I can pretty much set my ...
by PaulaO
Sat Dec 26, 2020 7:16 pm
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Topic: ***2020 Kringle Exchange***
Replies: 39
Views: 11693

Re: ***2020 Kringle Exchange***

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My goodies from phoenixrising. I did not know that Breyer made ornaments. I will have to surf eBay...
by PaulaO
Sat Dec 26, 2020 7:13 pm
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Topic: Gratuitous pics of your horse(s)
Replies: 48
Views: 13721

Re: Gratuitous pics of your horse(s)

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Ariel being mellow after a lesson
by PaulaO
Sat Dec 26, 2020 1:53 am
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Topic: ***2020 Kringle Exchange***
Replies: 39
Views: 11693

Re: ***2020 Kringle Exchange***

So glad you enjoyed your prezzies, Sue B.
by PaulaO
Fri Dec 25, 2020 12:14 am
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Topic: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Replies: 10
Views: 3863

Re: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

So glad you can see your son. That’s what Christmas is all about.

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