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- Sat Mar 12, 2016 10:37 pm
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- Topic: One year ago my life changed.
- Replies: 3
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Re: One year ago my life changed.
Your strength through this has been truly inspiring. I can't believe a year is gone already
- Sat Mar 12, 2016 10:36 pm
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- Topic: Am I out of line? Family Drama
- Replies: 27
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Re: Am I out of line? Family Drama
Let me chime in to say that I agree with everyone in this thread. It is difficult but you need to put your children's safety first. Your MIL can choose to believe what she likes but you don't have to put your children at risk nor you mental well-being because of worry. I do hope that your husband en...
- Thu Mar 03, 2016 1:17 am
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- Topic: The Little Red Barn Has TWO Occupants! 4-6-16 photo
- Replies: 54
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Re: The Little Red Barn Is Occupied! (My boy came home...)
He looks very happy. You worked very hard to make this happen. Good for you.
- Wed Mar 02, 2016 12:34 am
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- Topic: Diamond in the Rough--Progress Thread Spring 2017
- Replies: 163
- Views: 92793
Re: **UPDATE** A few pics-Looking for that Diamond in the Rough
what a sweet face she has
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 2:42 pm
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- Topic: I have changed my name
- Replies: 84
- Views: 45366
Re: I have changed my name
I am so sorry for what happened and am in awe of your fortitude.
- Sun Feb 28, 2016 2:40 pm
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- Topic: New ways of handling people w/allergies on planes
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9537
Re: New ways of handling people w/allergies on planes
But is Benadryl always a powerful enough medication to prevent the situation from worsening? Would it have guaranteed the boy wouldn't have gone into anaphylactic shock? For my son it did. I have no idea as to this situation but if the boy was in danger of anaphylactic shock I would assume that the...
- Sat Feb 27, 2016 1:25 pm
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- Topic: New ways of handling people w/allergies on planes
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9537
Re: New ways of handling people w/allergies on planes
the problem with the story is that we don't know all the facts. Perhaps the parents were being rude on the plane? I agree with straightforward that removing the animal wouldn't have changed anything. I am also thinking that if I had a child with allergies like this I would have medications on me to ...
- Sat Feb 27, 2016 1:17 pm
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- Topic: Going to look at a new barn tomorrow...
- Replies: 38
- Views: 20599
Re: Going to look at a new barn tomorrow...
I hope that it works out for you. You can't stay so that your friend can continue to have lessons. If I boarded it would so that I'd have access to an indoor.
- Mon Feb 15, 2016 1:48 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Bit organization systems
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4522
Re: Bit organization systems
Have you checked out Lee Valley? They have so many options. Like:
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- Wed Feb 03, 2016 10:44 am
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- Topic: I started leasing a horse today!
- Replies: 28
- Views: 17920
Re: I started leasing a horse today!
That is wonderful news! He's very handsome and looks like a steady fellow.
- Tue Feb 02, 2016 9:43 pm
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- Topic: Jingles for a peaceful passing - Update She's gone
- Replies: 60
- Views: 34224
Re: Jingles for a peaceful passing
thank you everyone, she hasn't really gained consciousness but I think she recognized me yesterday, briefly. She is on 'comfort care'. No IV , just meds to keep her comfortable, mouth care and whatever sips of beverages she wants to have.
- Sun Jan 31, 2016 6:20 pm
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- Topic: Jingles for a peaceful passing - Update She's gone
- Replies: 60
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Jingles for a peaceful passing - Update She's gone
My mother has been battling cancer for a while now. Suddenly, last week everything fell apart. I'm sitting by her bed while she sleeps - heavily medicated for pain. I am wishing for this latest trial of hers to be brief and that she passes in her sleep. UPDATE: Thank you everyone for the wishes. It ...
- Sun Jan 31, 2016 6:16 pm
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- Topic: Here we go again.
- Replies: 25
- Views: 15798
Re: Here we go again.
Job Nigel's that this is brief.
- Thu Jan 28, 2016 12:24 am
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- Topic: My new guy - Topper
- Replies: 28
- Views: 19280
Re: My new guy - Topper
I love him- what a fun guy he looks to be.
- Wed Jan 27, 2016 1:49 am
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- Topic: "Lord of the Rings" Wedding shower?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6502
Re: "Lord of the Rings" Wedding shower?
I think that it's a great idea!
- Mon Jan 25, 2016 9:59 pm
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- Topic: Canadian Horses are going to be the death of me....
- Replies: 13
- Views: 11255
Re: Canadian Horses are going to be the death of me....
You guys should be ashamed of yourself.
All I see is two horses practicing self loading.
How dare you malign the intentions of those noble beasts.
All I see is two horses practicing self loading.
How dare you malign the intentions of those noble beasts.
- Fri Jan 22, 2016 9:23 pm
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- Topic: Not sure I want to get up from yet another knock down.
- Replies: 35
- Views: 20058
Re: Not sure I want to get up from yet another knock down.
oh I am so sorry.
There is no deserving.
By all means- stay down for a while and give yourself a chance to catch your breath.
There is no deserving.
By all means- stay down for a while and give yourself a chance to catch your breath.
- Sat Jan 16, 2016 10:50 pm
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Attractive winter riding boots?
- Replies: 26
- Views: 28743
Re: Attractive winter riding boots?
I ordered these this year: http://www.pleasantridge.ca/index.php/english-apparel/riding-boots/ovation-blizzard-winter-boots-with-zipper.html I have to say that they are really warm. I've worn them riding and I've worn them to work when there was a storm. Caveat- the calf is regular and I'm not sure ...
- Fri Jan 15, 2016 1:09 am
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- Topic: Job and move and life change jingles?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 12173
Re: Job and move and life change jingles?
congratulations! I hope it all goes smoothly but if it doesn't I am jingling for you to cope with it
- Fri Jan 15, 2016 1:08 am
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- Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
- Replies: 35
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Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
I am with Maple on this. I have an old laundry sink. I love the depth to put stuff in to clean. It can get looking cruddy but every now and then I scrub it and it looks better. I use it all the time.
- Wed Jan 13, 2016 5:58 pm
- Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
- Topic: Question about Papers for a PRE
- Replies: 10
- Views: 11428
Re: Question about Papers for a PRE
thanks guys. You are correct, I can get an owners code but the forms are not easy to find the website is tricky to navigate so I need to phone and sort it out.
- Thu Jan 07, 2016 8:00 pm
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- Topic: Can't pick a name...
- Replies: 21
- Views: 15118
Re: Can't pick a name...
My first thought was Phyllis too.
- Thu Jan 07, 2016 7:59 pm
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- Topic: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack UPDATE @ end Riding!
- Replies: 75
- Views: 42162
Re: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack
that sounds truly horrible. I hope that you heal quickly. I echo the thoughts about how tough you are!
- Thu Jan 07, 2016 7:25 pm
- Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
- Topic: Question about Papers for a PRE
- Replies: 10
- Views: 11428
Question about Papers for a PRE
Hi guys In March I purchased a PRE (Andalusian) mare. She came with papers for USPREA and I wanted to transfer the ownership. I filled out the online form and paid a hefty amount. I just recieved a call and an email that I need a breeder code and that's another $295 US (which is close to 500 CAD). I...
- Mon Jan 04, 2016 10:08 pm
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- Topic: Have you people seen this? LOL
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4892
Re: Have you people seen this? LOL
I found it on FB. I love it.
- Sun Jan 03, 2016 11:57 am
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- Topic: My dog is crazy
- Replies: 20
- Views: 13774
Re: My dog is crazy
I can see why they are called 'springers'. He has springs in his legs! What a happy dog.
- Tue Dec 29, 2015 10:14 pm
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- Topic: Introducing Annie!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 13924
Re: Introducing Annie!
There's a breeder of these in the area- I've become quite intrigued with the breed. They seem like good dogs.
- Tue Dec 29, 2015 10:12 pm
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- Topic: Meet my new kitteh
- Replies: 23
- Views: 16184
Re: Meet my new kitteh
What a beauty! Congratulations.
- Sun Dec 27, 2015 1:36 am
- Forum: Dressage Training
- Topic: Besides WB - what do you ride
- Replies: 76
- Views: 48217
Re: Besides WB - what do you ride
I have a TB/QH cross who was lovely to ride and had some talent for lateral work until he developed some neurological problems.
My other horse is an Andalusian and I love this breed to bits.
My other horse is an Andalusian and I love this breed to bits.
- Sun Dec 27, 2015 1:20 am
- Forum: Rider health and fitness
- Topic: Came off on a Teleport Spook Yesterday and....
- Replies: 9
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Re: Came off on a Teleport Spook Yesterday and....
I came off with a teleport spook (what a great way to describe it). Landed on my feet. I manage to do that 9 times out of 10 but have no idea how
I may have to get those chaps. Or install a seatbelt.
I may have to get those chaps. Or install a seatbelt.
- Sun Dec 20, 2015 1:02 am
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- Topic: So my mum has cancer - again
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12273
Re: So my mum has cancer - again
Oh I am sorry. My mother has her third cancer and I think this is the one that will take her. it has spread to her liver now and she's looking pretty frail.
Hugs. and know that you are not alone.
Hugs. and know that you are not alone.
- Sun Dec 20, 2015 1:01 am
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- Topic: I am in hospital again
- Replies: 23
- Views: 15545
Re: I am in hospital again
I am sorry that this happened but glad that it was found early.
39 degrees? yikes.
39 degrees? yikes.
- Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:08 am
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- Topic: RIP Peri
- Replies: 42
- Views: 23273
Re: RIP Peri
God speed Peri.
I like to think that Steele will greet her at the bridge- he died one year ago today
I like to think that Steele will greet her at the bridge- he died one year ago today
- Sun Dec 13, 2015 12:59 pm
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- Topic: Planning a Vacation in Arizona
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8152
Re: Planning a Vacation in Arizona
thanks guys for the idea. The monument valley looks fabulous but probably won't make it on this trek. The guys want to get some golfing in while we ride so I was thinking within the San Tan Valley-Phoenix area. I have been to the botanical garden in Phoenix and loved it. I definitely want to go back...
- Sun Dec 13, 2015 1:31 am
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- Topic: Done done and done
- Replies: 31
- Views: 18300
Re: Done done and done
wow that is fabulous news!
- Sun Dec 13, 2015 1:03 am
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- Topic: Please jingle for a dear friend's horse
- Replies: 26
- Views: 16799
Re: Please jingle for a dear friend's horse
jingling!!!
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 12:11 am
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- Topic: Carrot cake as a gift?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10847
Re: Carrot cake as a gift?
I think it's a terrible idea. But I want to be supportive so will send you my address so you can send all the cakes to my place. :mrgreen: I would do this for you. :D :D In all seriousness I love the idea of homemade gifts. Of course I gave jars of pickled beets to my co-workers so I may be biased.
- Fri Dec 11, 2015 12:09 am
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- Topic: Planning a Vacation in Arizona
- Replies: 9
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Planning a Vacation in Arizona
DH, myself and another couple are going to Arizona (just south of Phoenix) in April. One of our plans is to head up to the Grand Canyon. I had wanted to stop in Sonoma but DH heard that it's a tourist trap and we should stay in Flagstaff. So what do you think? We want to have a fun and a bit of pamp...
- Tue Dec 08, 2015 1:05 am
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- Topic: What on earth happened to me today?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 18182
Re: What on earth happened to me today?
Thanks Everyone for the cyber hugs. Teresa, I have had similar reactions except mine would happen at night when I was sleeping. This all happened after I came off Moose and was injured though not seriously. I would have dreams in the middle of the night and feel like I was falling like that. I wound...
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 9:11 pm
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- Topic: What on earth happened to me today?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 18182
Re: What on earth happened to me today?
Thank you everyone. This support from people who understand this and that I can't do the 'it's just a horse thing' and get over it.
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 11:57 am
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- Topic: RIP Viscount Ashley of Leftfield
- Replies: 23
- Views: 16789
Re: RIP Viscount Ashley of Leftfield
RIB Viscount Ashley of Leftfield. You lived a grand life surrounded by love and care.
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 11:53 am
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- Topic: What on earth happened to me today?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 18182
Re: What on earth happened to me today?
Thanks guys. I googled 'triggers' and 'ptsd' and it does sound similar. I knew that after it happened that I had a hard time with it all but I didn't really believe that I had PTSD. Now I'm wondering.
I will try to connect with my counsellor again and see what to do next.
I will try to connect with my counsellor again and see what to do next.
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 12:44 am
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- Topic: What on earth happened to me today?
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What on earth happened to me today?
For the back story (it was posted on UDBB) I lost my horse when two dogs chased him through a series of gates and fences into a swamp where he broke his leg and had to be euthanized on the spot. It was one of the worst experiences of my life (here's a link with the full story: http://journeywithadan...
- Thu Nov 26, 2015 12:43 am
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- Topic: One year already--i can't do this
- Replies: 32
- Views: 19572
Re: One year already--i can't do this
I echo what Bascar said- be kind to yourself. I am sorry that you are hurting and wish I could ease the pain.
- Mon Nov 23, 2015 1:04 am
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- Topic: Jingles for my QH mare-Update: she's gone
- Replies: 57
- Views: 36543
Re: Jingles for my QH mare-Update: she's gone
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm glad that your parents were with her.
- Sat Nov 21, 2015 11:02 pm
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- Topic: Can I make this in advance and cook it when I get there?
- Replies: 11
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Re: Can I make this in advance and cook it when I get there?
you know you can buy it, right? already made?
- Sat Nov 21, 2015 11:01 pm
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- Topic: Question about stalls...insight from barn owners please?
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Re: Question about stalls...insight from barn owners please?
so when we built our barn this is how I did the stalls:
-gravel (about 12") followed by a layer of crusher dust that we tamped down and then put mats on top. Anything that gets below drains away and I've never had water come up through.
-gravel (about 12") followed by a layer of crusher dust that we tamped down and then put mats on top. Anything that gets below drains away and I've never had water come up through.
- Fri Nov 06, 2015 1:47 pm
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- Topic: RIP my sweet Ricky 2002-2015
- Replies: 21
- Views: 16157
Re: RIP my sweet Ricky 2002-2015
RIP Ricky. I am sorry for your loss
- Tue Oct 27, 2015 12:50 am
- Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
- Topic: Desperately seeking this kind of saddle:
- Replies: 19
- Views: 15522
Re: Desperately seeking this kind of saddle:
Have you tried any Kent & Masters saddles? Maybe the cob model? I’ve heard good things about them, reportedly good quality for the price. I believe there are US saddlers that carry them and offer a trial. I bought one of these and I LOVE it. The seat fits me perfectly and I love the changeable ...
- Sun Oct 25, 2015 1:44 pm
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- Topic: So, this munchkin arrives tomorrow ... She's here! :-)
- Replies: 36
- Views: 23614
Re: So, this munchkin arrives tomorrow ...
ooh I am in love. Congratulations!