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by Canyon
Fri Jan 22, 2016 6:04 pm
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Topic: Baltimore and Area Snow Storm Update
Replies: 16
Views: 12809

Re: Baltimore and Area Snow Storm Update

Thinking of all of you in the path of the storm. On the news last night, they showed fleets of power company trucks from Florida headed up to the Carolinas to help deal with the aftermath of the expected ice storm. Ugh...
by Canyon
Fri Jan 22, 2016 6:00 pm
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Topic: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?
Replies: 41
Views: 25356

Re: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?

I will be another voice of dissent. I had a two-horse straight-load bumper-pull with tack under the mangers for 30 years. It was a nice trailer, extra tall and wide, pulled great, my big warmblood hauled well in it. When I went to a show, I usually had our camper on the truck and could change and re...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 21, 2016 5:35 am
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Topic: Tell us about YOU.
Replies: 223
Views: 187805

Re: Tell us about YOU.

Hello Boudicea - I remember you and Sol and your cats from UDBB. I'm glad you are all doing well and you have a job that you enjoy!
by Canyon
Thu Jan 21, 2016 5:06 am
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Topic: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?
Replies: 35
Views: 20882

Re: Feed Room Sinks...yay or nay? Thoughts and feedback please?

fergusnc - I hope not, also. I am part of the group reading "stinky"!
by Canyon
Mon Jan 18, 2016 4:39 pm
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Topic: Best Blanket Sales?
Replies: 4
Views: 5118

Re: Best Blanket Sales?

Schneiders is having a blanket sale.
by Canyon
Mon Jan 18, 2016 4:30 pm
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Topic: dating. <sigh>
Replies: 50
Views: 26919

Re: dating. <sigh>

Maybe he misplaced his phone, and that's the only place he has your contact info?
by Canyon
Sun Jan 17, 2016 4:44 pm
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Topic: Therapy Turkey on a Delta flight
Replies: 21
Views: 15951

Re: Therapy Turkey on a Delta flight

Koolkat wrote:Well, speaking of turkeys, has anyone seen this? Thoroughly wonderful.

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/my-life- ... tion/7268/

Yes, I have seen this program. I really enjoyed it!

But, I would not be thrilled to be seated next to a turkey, of the human or poultry variety.
by Canyon
Sun Jan 17, 2016 4:59 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: My dog has arthritis me thinks, he's not 2 yo yet
Replies: 14
Views: 11371

Re: My dog has arthritis me thinks, he's not 2 yo yet

Maybe this info will be helpful. I hope you and your vet can come up with an effective treatment plan!

Hip Dysplasia Treatment Options
by Canyon
Fri Jan 15, 2016 10:42 pm
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Topic: I'm a "Moose Munching Icehole"!
Replies: 6
Views: 6106

Re: I'm a "Moose Munching Icehole"!

Tabby, I meant no offense. I like you, and I apologize if you thought otherwise. And I am a bit jealous that you live on the sane side of the USA/Canada border :) .
by Canyon
Fri Jan 15, 2016 10:36 pm
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Topic: Decrapification
Replies: 61
Views: 35624

Re: Decrapification

I just cleaned out my big gardening cabinet in the garage. I had an amazing amount of plastic nursery pots, cracked terra cotta pots, and miscellaneous bits and pieces that were easy to put in the trash. I put the decent glass vases, pots, and extra bird feeders in a box to go to Goodwill. Now, the ...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:27 pm
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Topic: Gov. Nikki Haley vs. Trump: What say you?
Replies: 4
Views: 5866

Re: Gov. Nikki Haley vs. Trump: What say you?

FlyingLily wrote:I don't know anything else about her, but I liked this much for sure. A moderate Republican?


I agree! I wonder what her chances are of landing the VP spot?
by Canyon
Thu Jan 14, 2016 6:40 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 580402

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Chicken breasts are marinating in lime and chipotle in adobo sauce, for DH to grill tonight.
by Canyon
Thu Jan 14, 2016 5:18 pm
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Topic: Job and move and life change jingles?
Replies: 16
Views: 12100

Re: Job and move and life change jingles?

Jingles for everything going smoothly. Best of luck with your journey!
by Canyon
Wed Jan 13, 2016 6:13 pm
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Topic: Headed to Glacier NP
Replies: 40
Views: 21597

Re: Headed to Glacier NP

I need to visit my cousin who lives outside of Kalispell. I would time my trip to coincide with The Event at Rebecca Farm (3-Star).
by Canyon
Mon Jan 11, 2016 11:54 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Girths for sensitive skin TB
Replies: 15
Views: 14816

Re: Girths for sensitive skin TB

I like the Westip elastic girth, but sometimes it seemed to "grab" the hair my WB and make him uncomfortable. I made a tube cover for it out of very plush black polar fleece that put an end to that problem. BTW, sometime Westip girths still show up on ebay. There is a new 30" black gi...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 10:01 pm
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Topic: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack UPDATE @ end Riding!
Replies: 75
Views: 41616

Re: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack

Yay for friends and food and your good attitude! I do need to be more conscientious about carrying my cell phone with me when I am outside doing chores. DH might take a while to realize he hadn't seem me for hours. Actually, a friend of mine was bucked off a horse at home in her arena, breaking her ...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 8:36 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Question about Papers for a PRE
Replies: 10
Views: 11178

Re: Question about Papers for a PRE

I have never had a PRE, don't know anything about their registration/transfer process.

But, have you seen the USPRE FAQ page? It sounds like you need to pay for either a breeder code or an owner code (which I read somewhere is $50 or $75).

Good luck; you have a lovely mare!
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:12 pm
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Topic: Does Anyone Have Movable Stall Walls?
Replies: 16
Views: 13085

Re: Does Anyone Have Movable Stall Walls?

Canyon, will you post a picture of the hardware that lets the divider swing? No hardware, just a human at one end balancing one end of the divider while another, stronger human swings the other end around to the wall. Then the divider is screwed to the wall. I suppose you could remove the divider e...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:05 pm
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Topic: The circle of life.
Replies: 20
Views: 14570

Re: The circle of life.

I hope your trip goes well. Dealing with aging parents is not for the faint of heart.

I'm glad you have the joy of a new grandchild.
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:01 pm
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Topic: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack UPDATE @ end Riding!
Replies: 75
Views: 41616

Re: Broke My Leg on Hay Rack

That is quite a story :shock: . I'm glad you were able to drag yourself back to your house and get help!

Jingles for speedy healing.
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 4:58 pm
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Topic: My Duffy could use some jingles - UPDATE
Replies: 33
Views: 20359

Re: My Duffy could use some jingles - please

Jingles for Duffy's continued healing!
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 4:55 pm
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Topic: Decrapification
Replies: 61
Views: 35624

Re: Decrapification

On Sunday, I managed to go through my dresser, drawer by drawer and sort through lingerie, tee shirts, and socks. Then I used a modified Marie Kondo method of folding when I put away the stuff I decided to keep. It looks very pretty for now, and it's nice to be able to actually see things. We'll see...
by Canyon
Thu Jan 07, 2016 4:39 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 580402

Re: "What's for dinner?"

I made a big pot of Butternut Squash Chipotle Chili, a very tasty dish. I like the depth provided by the chipotles in adobo.
by Canyon
Thu Dec 31, 2015 5:06 am
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Topic: Does Anyone Have Movable Stall Walls?
Replies: 16
Views: 13085

Re: Does Anyone Have Movable Stall Walls?

My shedrow barn was built by the previous owner for his Arabs. The stalls are small, maybe 10’ x 11’. The divider half walls between the stalls are made of 2” x 6” planks and are topped by grills. The planks are stacked in slots between two 2” x 4” boards which are screwed to the outer walls. The st...
by Canyon
Mon Dec 28, 2015 8:29 pm
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Topic: Question about Windows 10 (or maybe Fitbit - not sure)
Replies: 20
Views: 15900

Re: Question about Windows 10 (or maybe Fitbit - not sure)

I am reviving this thread to ask a question about Fitbit. I received a Fitbit Flex for Christmas; it shows progress with LED lights. I am probably going to upgrade to a Fitbit Charge which has a digital display for time of day and daily stats. Any feedback on whether upgrading another step to the Ch...
by Canyon
Mon Dec 28, 2015 4:30 pm
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Topic: The Little Red Barn Reno Progress...new pix 8-6-16
Replies: 18
Views: 14493

Re: Barn Reno Progress...with pix!

I love the character of old barns; I am glad you were able to renovate TLRB! What a nice job.

Do you have a date in mind to bring Fergus home to his new digs?

And, I would like to see photos of how your house turned out (hint, hint).
by Canyon
Tue Dec 22, 2015 5:11 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 580402

Re: "What's for dinner?"

I'm tempted to make bread in a crockpot, just so I can hear bascar's head explode. :mrgreen:
by Canyon
Sun Dec 20, 2015 5:43 am
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Topic: Christmas present buying - for the one who has it all?
Replies: 10
Views: 10087

Re: Christmas present buying - for the one who has it all?

As my parents got older, they were trying their best to give away possessions; they definitely didn’t want more “things”. Really, what they wanted was the gift of my time spent with them.
by Canyon
Fri Dec 18, 2015 5:51 pm
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Topic: Merry Christmas Photo
Replies: 8
Views: 6958

Re: Merry Christmas Photo

Do you have grain silos for neighbors? Very pretty!
by Canyon
Fri Dec 18, 2015 5:49 pm
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Topic: A very special holiday concert
Replies: 1
Views: 2287

Re: A very special holiday concert

That link didn't work for me. Maybe this one?

http://www.littlethings.com/airmen-holiday-flashmob/

Or - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vniBBT7nRJg

Very nice - I wonder what their surprise will be this year?
by Canyon
Thu Dec 17, 2015 4:59 pm
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Topic: A Message from the Queen
Replies: 3
Views: 4721

A Message from the Queen

I had not seen this message before today, even though it dates back to at least Nov. 2012. It is an interesting solution to the current mess in the US :lol: . Enjoy (or not). http://www.michaelyon-online.com/a-message-from-the-queen.htm To the citizens of the United States of America from Her Sovere...
by Canyon
Wed Dec 16, 2015 7:55 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 580402

Re: "What's for dinner?"

I am roasting some green chiles and will make pork green chile for dinner. Except that it will probably be chicken green chile, because I know I have some chicken parts in the freezer, but not sure about any pork. :mrgreen:
by Canyon
Wed Dec 16, 2015 6:02 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Favorite Winter riding coat
Replies: 7
Views: 8963

Re: Favorite Winter riding coat

I do chores and ride in a Lands End Squall Parka that I have had for years. The fabric holds up really well. jeniferkey, what is wrong with the zipper in your coat? Some problems can be fixed easily. The zipper for my squall parka starts skipping teeth after a while. Sometimes I can fix it using lon...
by Canyon
Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:14 pm
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Topic: RIP Peri
Replies: 42
Views: 22995

Re: RIP Peri

Hugs to you; so sorry for your loss.
by Canyon
Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:09 pm
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Topic: Mastiff Agility
Replies: 5
Views: 5700

Re: Mastiff Agility

I am impressed that he cleared most of the jumps. That is a lot of dog!
by Canyon
Mon Dec 14, 2015 7:02 pm
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15011

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

I have continued to see the parrot every few days. It was preening in one of our aspen trees this morning, along with some mourning doves, and we got quite a few pictures. Here is one. (Apologies to all our resident photographers who take great pics :) ) parrot for web.JPG Snow is in the forecast, y...
by Canyon
Sun Dec 13, 2015 7:37 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 580402

Re: "What's for dinner?"

DH smoked a small turkey a few days ago, because we had Thanksgiving at the kids' place and didn't bring home any leftovers, and we love turkey. So, in a mini turkey tour around Asia, two night ago I made Don Giovani's One Pan Pad Thai, and last night was turkey curry with apple. A break tonight for...
by Canyon
Sat Dec 12, 2015 7:13 pm
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Topic: Perfect bread
Replies: 17
Views: 13379

Re: Perfect bread

That sounds like a recipe for rustic White Wonder Bread; no "wonder" it is so bland! I think it is worth the money to buy good flour, like King Arthur, to make a good bread. I have used a similar recipe, but substituted whole wheat for half the flour and added maybe 1/4 cup cracked wheat a...
by Canyon
Fri Dec 11, 2015 5:52 pm
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Topic: Goat People...invalid food suggestions
Replies: 25
Views: 17805

Re: Goat People...invalid food suggestions

I read this as ~non-valid food, and thought, "Why would Suzon want to give that to her goat?" Need more coffee...I do not have suggestions for valid or non-valid food for your invalid, but I am sending Jingles for poor Scrunchy. And you, so you can keep her amused, well fed and well hydrat...
by Canyon
Fri Dec 11, 2015 3:22 pm
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Topic: To those with diesel trucks - how long can they sit?
Replies: 23
Views: 21845

Re: To those with diesel trucks - how long can they sit?

Another vote for not normal. Our Ford diesel F350 sits for weeks on end and starts right up.
by Canyon
Fri Dec 11, 2015 4:31 am
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Topic: No half-assed jingles
Replies: 4
Views: 5576

Re: No half-assed jingles

Yes ma'am! :lol:
by Canyon
Fri Dec 11, 2015 12:01 am
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Topic: PNW Storms
Replies: 28
Views: 19491

Re: PNW Storms

Yowza is right! It seems like all that rain and high winds would be death to trees.

I heard from a good friend in Sammamish who hasn't done any hiking this week because she didn't want to drown standing up.
by Canyon
Thu Dec 10, 2015 11:54 pm
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15011

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

The local Audubon contact got back to me. He had some good info on what food to put out for the parrot and said it might survive our winter temps. The Christmas bird count is coming up, so he'd like to come by then if the parrot is still visiting; it would be a first for our area! I stopped by and t...
by Canyon
Thu Dec 10, 2015 11:40 pm
Forum: Young Horse Forum and Breeding and Registries
Topic: Close, but how close? ETA - it's a filly
Replies: 38
Views: 26222

Re: Close, but how close? ETA - it's a filly

OK, here's a killer of a name - Cloak and Dagger, shorten to Loki.

May be better suited to a colt.
by Canyon
Thu Dec 10, 2015 11:31 pm
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Topic: $15 Yankee Swap?
Replies: 12
Views: 10590

Re: $15 Yankee Swap?

A coloring book for adults and some colored pencils.
by Canyon
Thu Dec 10, 2015 10:50 pm
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Topic: caramels
Replies: 8
Views: 7373

Re: caramels

hoopoe wrote:serves 1 or more


Now, that is funny :lol:

I can feel my blood sugar spiking just reading through the ingredient list!
by Canyon
Thu Dec 10, 2015 6:14 am
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15011

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

I am pretty sure it was a Fischer’s lovebird , green body, orange head, red beak, short tail. It was pretty noticeable among the finches and sparrows :lol: . It is a native of east-central Africa but apparently is widely bred in the US. So it is an escapee. This photo is from that article - https://...
by Canyon
Wed Dec 09, 2015 10:53 pm
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15011

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

We have had a few nights down into the teens already, so maybe the parrot is hardier than I think. I have heard of stray hummingbirds that stayed around here instead of migrating south; a few of them managed to survive with the help of people putting out warm sugar water all winter!
by Canyon
Wed Dec 09, 2015 9:08 pm
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Topic: Parrot at My Bird Feeder
Replies: 19
Views: 15011

Re: Parrot at My Bird Feeder

Good idea - I'll see if I can borrow a cage. I did email the contact person for my area of the local Audubon Society.

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