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by chantal
Tue Nov 22, 2016 2:15 am
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Topic: I have breast cancer
Replies: 58
Views: 33695

Re: I have breast cancer

Aw woman, crap. Praying for healing and the best possible recovery for you. Wishing you snuggly, warm, fuzzy companions to show you love throughout as only they can. And the right people to be in the right places at the right times to help you get through this.
by chantal
Tue Nov 08, 2016 2:54 pm
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Topic: RIP Anna
Replies: 41
Views: 23714

Re: RIP Anna

I am so sorry khali, wishing you peace.
by chantal
Tue Nov 08, 2016 2:48 pm
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Topic: The beginning of a new equine adventure !
Replies: 84
Views: 50584

Re: The beginning of a new equine adventure !

She is gorgeous. And you two look wonderful together. Congratulations!!
by chantal
Sun Oct 02, 2016 2:09 am
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Topic: Completely aggravated whine warning
Replies: 17
Views: 13015

Re: Completely aggravated whine warning

After having 2 aging parents who had many health problems, I third fourth or whatever number, that you are an amazing person and a true gift to your clients. Thank you!
by chantal
Sun Oct 02, 2016 2:02 am
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Topic: My new pony :D
Replies: 14
Views: 10970

Re: My new pony :D

He is stunning, what a looker!! I look forward to updates. He's going to be even more stunning after you work with him.
by chantal
Mon Sep 05, 2016 8:39 pm
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Topic: Ariel pictures
Replies: 6
Views: 5983

Re: Ariel pictures

She looks very kind, and yes, she's very pretty. I think you're in love!
by chantal
Wed Aug 24, 2016 10:12 am
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Topic: My totally unscientific poll
Replies: 43
Views: 25436

Re: My totally unscientific poll

I don't understand how getting mobile is a risk. That's a non-statement. We use wifi at home for everything. If the wifi goes out and DH has to work, he uses his phone as a hotspot and we go over our data in about 3 days, or less, with him using all of it, that's a family plan of 15G. I think they a...
by chantal
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:31 pm
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Topic: What I love about DDBB
Replies: 29
Views: 18089

Re: What I love about DDBB

I love my friends here. I should post more, but I never posted much on the old board. Just not my thing. I will chime in but am not good at starting things. I'm better at killing threads... :twisted: Just spent a week with paownyc in the Adirondacks. I've made some wonderful real life friends from t...
by chantal
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:26 pm
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Topic: My totally unscientific poll
Replies: 43
Views: 25436

Re: My totally unscientific poll

We have broadband and I choose to use my chromebook. I don't like small devices either. I don't have a tablet.
by chantal
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:23 pm
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Topic: I'm not shareboarding
Replies: 16
Views: 12242

Re: I'm not shareboarding

Happy post!! Enjoy!! And another that agrees with Rockabilly, in spades!!
by chantal
Sun Aug 14, 2016 2:31 pm
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Topic: JOKE THREAD
Replies: 43
Views: 24136

Re: JOKE THREAD

^^That's funny!! I looooove kids!!

Okay, what do Kermit the Frog and John the Baptist have in common?



The same middle name
by chantal
Sun Aug 07, 2016 11:24 pm
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Topic: Ellicott City
Replies: 13
Views: 11165

Re: Ellicott City

Thank you everyone, it boggles my mind and hurts my heart. But we will rebuild, and the community is really stepping up.
by chantal
Wed Aug 03, 2016 9:40 pm
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Topic: Ellicott City
Replies: 13
Views: 11165

Re: Ellicott City

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The iconic Ellicott City clock, found in the river. It stands tall once again.
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by chantal
Wed Aug 03, 2016 9:38 pm
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Topic: Ellicott City
Replies: 13
Views: 11165

Re: Ellicott City

I have a friend at the barn who works/worked at the Pheonix, the bar at the bottom of Main Street across from the iconic Ellicott City clock. It will be at least 2 months, if not more, until it will reopen. She's a bartender and the owner is trying to raise money for his employees so that they will ...
by chantal
Wed Aug 03, 2016 1:10 pm
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Topic: Ellicott City
Replies: 13
Views: 11165

Re: Ellicott City

PaulaO wrote:I saw it on the news. Heartbreaking. What river was it?


The Patapsco River. Though the water going through the town was from the rain, not from the river. Over 6 inches in one hour did all of this.
by chantal
Wed Aug 03, 2016 10:32 am
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Topic: Ellicott City
Replies: 13
Views: 11165

Ellicott City

Have you all seen it in the news, the flash flood? It's our town, 3 miles from us. We drive through it every day, play, eat, hang out there. The river that carried everything away goes by the bottom of our road, about 2 miles down. We hike and bike that all the time with the dog. I cannot believe th...
by chantal
Fri Jul 15, 2016 8:35 pm
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Topic: Head, meet desk...
Replies: 7
Views: 6444

Re: Head, meet desk...

This has taken a twisty turn... too funny!! Not the trailering part, gah. Poor horses. And then when something happens, they'll call it an accident. :(
by chantal
Sat Jul 09, 2016 9:16 pm
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Topic: Third time is a charm
Replies: 13
Views: 10607

Re: Third time is a charm

Ooooh, awesome!! It's the best feeling in the world. Enjoy it!!
by chantal
Mon Jul 04, 2016 11:27 pm
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Topic: Fireworks and Horses...how'd everyone do?
Replies: 18
Views: 13815

Re: Fireworks and Horses...how'd everyone do?

We had a ton of neighborhood fireworks last night and sat out on our deck and listened to them with our dog last night. He laid down on his bed and just hung out with us. Today he wanted to march in the parade with the marching bands. One of the trumpet players cracked up while he was playing becaus...
by chantal
Sat Jul 02, 2016 12:45 am
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Topic: Meet Barnaby - Photos fixed (I hope)
Replies: 30
Views: 18113

Re: Meet Barnaby

Congrats!! He is adorable!! Both of them are very nice looking equines!!
by chantal
Mon Jun 13, 2016 1:31 am
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Topic: Frivolous Jingle Request to Counter my Own Stupidity...
Replies: 11
Views: 9932

Re: Frivolous Jingle Request to Counter my Own Stupidity...

I'm glad it was closed. I had to lock up at work a few weeks ago and double-checked the next morning that I actually did. I worried through the night that I didn't. So silly, so I get it.

Jingles for a good outcome for your violation too!
by chantal
Tue Jun 07, 2016 10:33 am
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Topic: Black and White or Color?
Replies: 24
Views: 16694

Re: Black and White or Color?

... Having said that, and I can't quite put my finger on it, the background seems to detract from the horse in the color picture. Not quite sure what changes I'd make to the background but just seems to detract from how pretty the horse is. ... I like the B&W better. I see so much texture, nuan...
by chantal
Tue Jun 07, 2016 1:10 am
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Topic: New job for Chancellor
Replies: 20
Views: 14123

Re: New job for Chancellor

Congrats and wishing you all the best in your new job.
by chantal
Mon May 30, 2016 1:39 am
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Topic: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)
Replies: 77
Views: 45128

Re: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)

Gosh I'm sorry to hear about the complications. I hope you can rest when you get home and that you start feeling better.
by chantal
Thu May 26, 2016 12:14 am
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Topic: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)
Replies: 77
Views: 45128

Re: Surgery Day! Jingles welcome :)

Just saw this!! Thinking of you and sending lots of thoughts and a prayer for complete and speedy healing.
by chantal
Tue May 24, 2016 8:31 pm
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Topic: Can we talk?
Replies: 47
Views: 25698

Re: Can we talk?

It's very quiet, I agree. I've never been one to start topics but I could try...
by chantal
Sat May 21, 2016 12:38 pm
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Topic: I'M BAAaaAACK
Replies: 44
Views: 22992

Re: I'M BAAaaAACK

It's wonderful to hear from you Ivy. And thank you for updating us. Your typing is excellent, in many things, speed doesn't matter (says the person who texts 1 finger at a time while all the kids around me text at lightening speed). I just laugh. My heart goes out to you concerning your son. I'm won...
by chantal
Wed May 18, 2016 9:18 pm
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Topic: Black day at Jersey Fresh
Replies: 25
Views: 17253

Re: Black day at Jersey Fresh

I didn't interpret the blogger as glorifying dying on course. Just looking for an up side of a terrible tragedy. In her experience, this was the up side. Nothing glorious about it. I think these tragedies bring out strong emotions in many of us and we all respond according to our experiences. I can'...
by chantal
Wed May 18, 2016 9:06 pm
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Topic: Gel manicure
Replies: 18
Views: 11760

Re: Gel manicure

DJR-are you saying your nails are strong with or without the gel polish on them? My nails are strong as heck with the gel polish, but it's all the polish. When the polish comes off, my nails are weak and they peel. If I kept gel polish on all the time, they would appear to be strong but really aren...
by chantal
Wed May 18, 2016 12:07 pm
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Topic: Gel manicure
Replies: 18
Views: 11760

Re: Gel manicure

DJR-are you saying your nails are strong with or without the gel polish on them? My nails are strong as heck with the gel polish, but it's all the polish. When the polish comes off, my nails are weak and they peel. If I kept gel polish on all the time, they would appear to be strong but really aren't.
by chantal
Wed May 18, 2016 12:03 pm
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Topic: Help with real estate dilemma please
Replies: 28
Views: 16543

Re: Help with real estate dilemma please

I wouldn't deal with people like this. Is the house really worth it? If they are this difficult at the beginning of the deal, what's coming down the pipe? No way, no how. And I think it will be a money pit. Many times mold doesn't go away. I think they are looking for a quick deal and a sucker. But ...
by chantal
Wed May 18, 2016 11:58 am
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Topic: I'M BAAaaAACK
Replies: 44
Views: 22992

Re: I'M BAAaaAACK

Welcome back!! And so cool that you are getting back into horses. Yes, share your story for those that don't know it. I remember.
by chantal
Mon May 16, 2016 8:18 pm
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Topic: Gel manicure
Replies: 18
Views: 11760

Re: Gel manicure

pure acetone in foils removes it. filing off the top layers helps as stated above. i love them if i need something to last for a few weeks, but the gel really dries out my nails and makes them weak. especially if i go to a salon that files off the top layer of my nails. i ask them not to if i go som...
by chantal
Thu Apr 21, 2016 1:02 pm
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Topic: Our "OOPSY!" foal. new vid/pics over 2 posts (Apr 30/16).
Replies: 87
Views: 50434

Re: Our "OOPSY!" foal. 1 mo old - new vid (Apr. 18/16)!!

He's awesome!! What a wonderful spirit he has. Awwwwwwwww!
by chantal
Thu Apr 21, 2016 12:58 pm
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Topic: Final Update: Hilary the Rescue Pig
Replies: 13
Views: 10304

Re: Final Update: Hilary the Rescue Pig

Thank you for the update. What an awesome last year she had, thank you for helping her.
by chantal
Tue Apr 19, 2016 9:33 pm
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Topic: How would you tackle kids claiming they've seen Slenderman?
Replies: 16
Views: 14261

Re: How would you tackle kids claiming they've seen Slenderman?

Oh my gosh, I had no idea this was still a thing there. Those kids need help. See something say something anyone???

Ack!!
by chantal
Tue Apr 12, 2016 1:45 pm
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Topic: Who IS the horse of the month for April?
Replies: 16
Views: 16008

Re: Who IS the horse of the month for April?

Wonderful journey, thanks for sharing it. And I love the latest picture of her, bwahahaahaaaaa!
by chantal
Sun Apr 10, 2016 11:16 pm
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Topic: Jasmine (rescue horse) update
Replies: 70
Views: 39803

Re: Jasmine (rescue horse) update

Gosh, she's a looker. I too am looking forward to updates!! :mrgreen:
by chantal
Sun Apr 10, 2016 11:15 pm
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Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 46597

Re: Opinions on browbands *update with pics of the browbands - not the horse*

Yep, can't wait for pics. I think they look even better IRL. Wow!!
by chantal
Sun Apr 10, 2016 11:38 am
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Topic: Broke my stupid foot (plus an actual question)
Replies: 14
Views: 11394

Re: Broke my stupid foot (plus an actual question)

Oh phooey!! I've broken my little toe and now have severely bruised big toe (45lb weight plate fell on it). I can't imagine the pain, physically and in your daily life... I agree with not pushing through bone pain. It's there for a reason.

Sending healing thoughts your way!!
by chantal
Sun Apr 10, 2016 11:31 am
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Topic: Yoda and I go showing
Replies: 10
Views: 9176

Re: Yoda and I go showing

Lovely!!
by chantal
Sun Apr 10, 2016 11:30 am
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Topic: Horrid couple of weeks
Replies: 44
Views: 23610

Re: Horrid couple of weeks

I am so sorry for your loss, and for your horrid week. You will get through this. Sending love and strength and hoping you can see the glimmers of sun on the other side.
by chantal
Sat Apr 02, 2016 5:42 pm
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Topic: Opinions on browbands *update with pics on the horse*
Replies: 89
Views: 46597

Re: Opinions on browbands

I like the one he's wearing best but I like #1 so I hope you got that one. Can't wait to see pics!
by chantal
Sat Apr 02, 2016 5:38 pm
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Topic: Trader Joes Recommendations
Replies: 26
Views: 17650

Re: Trader Joes Recommendations

Creamy Toscano cheese soaked in Syrah. Decent cheeses at reasonable prices, and some sausages too. I usually go there if I'm doing appetizers. Dried fruits and nuts. Many fruits don't have added sugar, we love the dried apples and apricots, and cherries. The pizza dough and sauce is decent to make h...

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