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demi

I took Calvin's idea and watched some of the vids (A thru D) before I rode today. I like his program and I was reminded to concentrate on straightness. Concentrating on straightness, in turn, caused me to be diligent in my seat and position, and to keep my hands quiet. REALLY quiet. It seems I need ...

demi

Wow! Lots of new pictures! I love it. Flight, it's interesting that the picture you posted captures your horse in the same moment as the picture you use with your screen name. What is really neat, is that your horse has clearly advanced since the first pic was taken. He is carrying himself so nicely...

demi

Well shoot. I can't figure out how to edit my post. I went back and looked at what I've written up to this point. I've had Emma 4 months already! not 3 as I said in the previous post. She had her 3rd trim yesterday and farrier says she still needs some correction but looks so much better. He wants t...

demi

End of week (and almost end of challenge) check-in. I got in 5 rides this week. Well, not all rides. I longed Emma 4 times, but working on longeing was one of my goals. We had 40 mph winds early in the week so it was a good time to work on longeing. I did two sets of two days in a row longeing. Firs...

demi

Kelo's suggestions sound helpful, and fun. Take your time and enjoy. You've already come a long way with him.

demi

I just briefly checked the vids out and they look like something I'll like (when I can find the time!) Thanks for posting.

demi

Yay!!! This is exciting! I vote for lots of arrival pictures!

demi

it's nice of you to be so concerned about your current barn people. The move sounds like such a good thing all around and it could be such a boon to your riding. Those friends that were so instrumental in you getting your beautiful boy will probably be happy that you have such a great opportunity, e...

demi

I am so sorry for you, Bascar. I am guessing you know that the Red Cross can provide help after a housefire. In TX the fire chief calls them and then they contact you. They can help with temporary shelter, food, clothes and even a prepaid credit card. Your post about changing your name was sad. It r...

demi

Sweet, sweet success: Nice to read about your success. I like how much you, and most of us on this board, enjoy our horses! So sorry that work is getting in the way!! Gotta pay for that hobby somehow. You seem to do so well with Kiwi in spite of work. Personally, I enjoy being retired, but I don't ...

demi

demi, on the subject of journaling rides. . . I keep a notebook and pen in my tack trunk and write notes after every ride. I think, because it is right there on top (where I have to move it to get to my gear), I am more apt to write things down than if I had the notebook at home, etc. And because I...

demi

A www. Nice kitty story. Thanks for sharing it.

demi

I am keeping up with this thread and find it interesting. In some ways, it seems like such a simple concept...but I have to think a lot about it because it really involves a lot of things. I spent over five years on my little downhill Rocky who I started as a 3 yr old. She is hot, athletic and bred ...

demi

I am really enjoying this story.

I wish I could take lessons with you....

demi

Checking in for this week. I was hoping for 5 rides with one of them being a 45 minute workout. Didn't happen. I did get 4 rides but they were only 30 minutes each. I had planned to do more canter. Didn't happen. While the transitions from trot to canter have been feeling good to me, if I hold the c...

demi

I can't even look. DH showed me something on FB a few weeks ago that stunned and horrified me. Couldn't eat for two days. All I'll say is that it was a beautiful, precious pit bull that had been neglected agregiously. I'm getting mad just thinking about it. I'm just glad we have so many people on th...

demi

I'd love to join a group that is traveling to Epona or even to Paul Belasik's. I've even thought of going down to Lynn Palms for a few days of sun and riding. I have also been thinking about the Paul Belasik short course. I could pass the BMI requirement, but I wonder if my age (62) would be a prob...

demi

Also hoping the PPE goes well. She is such a neat looking girl. Looking forward to lots of pics in the future.

demi

How are you doing with the new horse?
I very much agree with all who have said "Take it slowly". Enjoy the good looking boy and stay relaxed enough to have fun. He already looks like a good citizen so any improvements that might happen while you have him will just be icing on the cake!

demi

Well, Flight, sorry about your show experience but you have a good sense of humor about it. You and your horse look beautiful together and I am just going to blot that score out from my mind! I'm thinking that the pictures look like a 70% pair!!

demi

...I hate selling horses though. I feel so protective, like we all do, and want to make up applications for anyone who expresses an interest. 1. Why do you feel qualified to own a horse? 2. Why do you feel worthy to own *my* horse? 3. Did you have Breyer horses as a child? How many? Explain. 4. Wha...

demi

What a beautiful golden pony! Congrats. So glad to hear you are riding, too.

demi

I know some are having some bad winter weather making riding difficult or even impossible right now. It won't be winter much longer, though! I didn't even bother to check in last week because I had the flu or something. My Texan friends tell me I had Cedar fever but everyone has a slightly different...

demi

I just hosted a clinic with Jeremy and he was fantastic. Gave full attention to all of the horses and riders from beginner type riders to FEI riders. His depth of knowledge is quite amazing. I obviously cannot speak for everyone's experiences on here, but I just wanted to share my experience. I wou...

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Plus I want more paint pictures!

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Horsepepsi, please do come over to the training forum. Your lease guy looks like a prize and I look forward to hearing about your journey.

demi

My prayers to you both...life is so tough sometimes.

demi

I had to go back and look at he funny comical horse pic thread. And yes! The spotty horse with the cool hairdo is yours! I love him. I showed it to DH and he said "that's a wig"

demi

Kathy Johnson wrote:I think it's beautiful that no matter how much we work with horses, we can still walk in a stall and a certain horse will make us catch our breath and we get that sense of wonder and amazement.

Yeah...I get that!

demi

What a handsome fellow!

demi

Last week was a good one. Good weather helped me to get 5 rides in on Emma. She seems solid, physically, in the 1st level things I am doing with her and I have added a little more canter. Just the long sides and a 20M circle here and there. The departs are nice now, but at first she was resistant to...

demi

I tried used channel locks and vice grips and it was still hard to move them. The shavings were in the way and had to be swept out of the way first.

demi

I had the 6x8x3/4 TSC mats and wouldn't do it again. They are very difficult for one small person to move alone. I had to do it in a hurry also and because of the rush the base wasn't prepared well. In put in caliche base and only wet and rolled it once. Should have been wet and rolled several times...

demi

DH has told me for years to gargle with Listerine for a sore throat. I have been affected by Texas "cedar fever" increasingly, and this year has been the worst yet. I finally did what DH told me and It worked. I hate to gargle because it's messy and I end up swallowing a bit but it's total...

demi

Love it! Thanks for sharing! I think it is notable that it was only about 1st to 2nd level. You don't have to be trained to a very high level to be amazing, just do what you do really well. :) Totally agree!! Honestly - I think it's why I enjoyed it so much with horses moving so free and natural. B...

demi

T hanks for sharing Topper with us! Great story so far, and I look forward to lots of updates. You make an attractive pair.

demi

Oh, I'm sorry for you. Weims are special doggies. We've had three and we have a million stories that we tell each other (DH and me) when we miss them. I just know Freida was a sweetheart.

demi

Wow! Neat picture, ElaPe. Your horse has a beautiful, shiny, winter coat.

demi

Texas weather has been good for riding, but don't feel too bad all you northeasterners. Winter won't last forever. I only rode Emma once this week because her last corrective trimming on the 16th was quite a change in hoof angle. I want to give her time to acclimate to the new angles on her own, out...

demi

That little guy you found, Josette, will be hard to resist. But he is cute enough that surely, if not you, someone, will give him a loving home.... When we found Shasta, our now 16 yr old Rat terrier, she was about 18 months old. She was on the side of the road, shivering in the rain. I had my 18 mo...

demi

I like Dressage Daily. I look all the time at all the price ranges, even tho I'm NOT looking!

demi

Hi JanD. Love the pic and the mare!

demi

If you really want this to be your last trailer, here's a thought: Do you want a ramp or not? I hate to even think about how many years i've had horse trailers ( 44 years yikes!) but one issue as I got older was the ramp. Even with spring assist, the ramp seemed to get heavier and heavier over the y...

demi

I am so so sorry, Shirrine...all I can say is that I have loved your horses for a long time. The first pic I remember back on UDBB was a bigger, dark boy that you were riding. It was a trotting picture and the harmony between horse and rider was beautiful. His trot was big and free, yet obviously on...

demi

Post like exvet's are a big part of the reason why I find this board so valuable. Clear explanations based on experience and a genuine appreciation of the horse are not always available even if one pays for them.... Thanks exvet, and all of you who take the time to share your knowledge and experience!

demi

Nice horses! I was really taken with the mares and the boy looks like a character. We had a paint for 15 years and he was a character, too, so we have a special fondness for painted horses.

demi

Hey Boudicea! I was on UDBB for a long time but never (or almost never) posted. I remember the name frogling because I thought it was cute. Glad you're here and I hope we get to hear more from you. I like Sol! And the kitties.

demi

Okay, now I'm crying.

I thought about the old Rolling Stones song "Angie".

"Angie don't you weep, all your kisses still taste sweet, I hate that sadness in your eyes."

demi

Yes! Great post. I remember the original post very well being a senior myself. It was nice to get more info on Jan and her past accomplishments. So inspiring.

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I am also glad she got to live with and be pampered by you, Melody...She was beautiful. Thanks for posting her picture so we can also appreciate her.

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