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by texsuze
Thu Oct 12, 2017 7:08 pm
Forum: Rider health and fitness
Topic: Personal trainers and gyms
Replies: 18
Views: 15698

Re: Personal trainers and gyms

I started using a personal trainer when I reached a dead end with attempting to configure my own workout routine (weights, reps, distance, frequency, etc, etc). Had a great trainer at the YMCA a few blocks from us when we lived in the mega metropolis. He was a triathlete himself. He had blind client...
by texsuze
Thu Oct 12, 2017 6:50 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Christmas card exchange *LIST SENT*
Replies: 25
Views: 17633

Re: Christmas card exchange

Me also on the list!
by texsuze
Tue Oct 03, 2017 4:50 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: RIP Tom Petty
Replies: 5
Views: 5492

RIP Tom Petty

We've lost another music icon. Hearing any of his songs takes me back to some great times in my life. Thankfully, I believe his songs and his memory will live on well into the future.

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/03/arts ... -dead.html
by texsuze
Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:33 am
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: ERU
Replies: 17
Views: 13510

Re: ERU

Reading this gives me a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach. I had a free lease on an old (30+) pony as buddy for my retiree. Unbeknownst to me when pony came, he had a history of ERU in one eye. During flare ups, we did the 4x/day drops, the atropine, etc. etc. He was such a good boy. DH would st...
by texsuze
Wed Sep 27, 2017 5:52 pm
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Topic: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded
Replies: 19
Views: 15053

Re: Talk me down... so frustrated, barn help deal imploded

Stick to your guns. You made your restrictions/allowances abundantly clear to the folks at the outset. Don't get caught up in their crises re: kids, poor life choices, etc. Seems people simply don't understand or want to comply when it is your land, your rules. We've been in similar situations with ...
by texsuze
Mon Sep 25, 2017 4:15 pm
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Topic: The Saga of the Kittens
Replies: 15
Views: 14048

Re: The Saga of the Kittens

First, very sad to hear of Pandora's passing. You gave much thought to her transition to a new home, her current health condition, etc. Kitties always seem to require strategy! With your new girls, we, too have a set of "sistahs", with pattern and coloring exactly like yours! One has the '...
by texsuze
Fri Sep 22, 2017 8:37 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Copper nails?
Replies: 10
Views: 9827

Re: Copper nails?

Update: had the farrier appt. again today and I asked him, 'What's with the copper nails?' He said having lived and worked in The Jungle (a.k.a. Florida) for so long, he uses nails coated in copper which apparently keeps them from degrading, rusting, falling apart in the hoof wall. Not a thrush or m...
by texsuze
Fri Sep 22, 2017 8:32 pm
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Topic: Good bye Princess, Hello Hulk
Replies: 14
Views: 12229

Re: Good bye Princess, Hello Hulk

Thought this post was going to be about Halloween costumes :D
by texsuze
Wed Sep 20, 2017 8:18 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: working with a trainer
Replies: 19
Views: 16679

Re: working with a trainer

I couldn't imagine working with someone who yells. Do you mean yells in anger or frustration?

Not sure where you are in TX, Demi, but PM me if you are up near Dallas, since I rode there for several years. Might have a suggestion or two for you for trainers.
by texsuze
Wed Sep 20, 2017 8:10 pm
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Topic: The Equifax debacle
Replies: 4
Views: 5826

The Equifax debacle

Putting this in the category of 'other hot topics'. Is anyone working on assessing whether your personal info might have been caught up in the Equifax hacking? Having already been a victim of identity theft last year, I'm sure all my i.d. stuff is already/still out there in the hands of the spooks a...
by texsuze
Wed Aug 30, 2017 4:39 pm
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Topic: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....
Replies: 35
Views: 24108

Re: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....

Just unreal, the amount of water and getting my head around what clean-up will have to take place. My mom, in Pasadena, miraculously stayed high and dry with no loss of electricity! I cannot believe it. She thought she might go down the street to Kroger to stock up on more cat litter---like anyone w...
by texsuze
Sun Aug 27, 2017 8:17 pm
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Topic: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....
Replies: 35
Views: 24108

Re: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....

Ditto for demi's DH putting in the hours at the Red Cross. And thanks to all those states who, I hear, are sending folks down from various agencies to assist with disaster relief.
by texsuze
Sun Aug 27, 2017 5:12 pm
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN--Breeches (small sized)
Replies: 3
Views: 5990

Re: Breeches (small sized)

Knoel...the breeches are boxed and ready. Just need you to PM your mailing address to me. Thanks!
by texsuze
Sun Aug 27, 2017 5:09 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....
Replies: 35
Views: 24108

Re: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....

Some good points from Literiding esp. about the contractor work post-storm. Always stories of unsavory folks coming in from the hinterlands to do repair/roof work, asking crazy prices and wanting cash up front, only to scurry away. Hopefully we won't see that. Only big north winds and sporadic rain ...
by texsuze
Sat Aug 26, 2017 3:56 pm
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Topic: Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....
Replies: 35
Views: 24108

Hurricane Harvey, ya'll....

Anyone in harm's way, either in TX or LA? We're in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country, about 60 miles NW of San Antonio, waiting for big rain right now, and hoping we've dodged the bullet yet to come. Overcast, drizzle, dark, and north winds, which is very weird for August. My mom lives o...
by texsuze
Sun Aug 20, 2017 8:54 pm
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Topic: The eclipse, anyone?
Replies: 32
Views: 21429

Re: The eclipse, anyone?

Ready with our pinhole peepers and approved specs here :) We're probably only 70% totality; would love to be in The Path, you lucky guys! Remember to protect your eyeballs!
by texsuze
Sun Aug 20, 2017 8:51 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Copper nails?
Replies: 10
Views: 9827

Re: Copper nails?

You learn something new every day. My oldster doesn't have thrush, but maybe copper nails are just this farrier's SOP; or maybe a way to charge more......

Probably also where Koppertox gets its name, duh. Thanks for the replies.
by texsuze
Sat Aug 19, 2017 4:52 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Copper nails?
Replies: 10
Views: 9827

Copper nails?

My regular farrier had elective surgery this week, putting him out of commission for a while. So I took my oldster to our vet clinic yesterday to use the farrier who comes routinely to the clinic to work on some of their clients' horses. My plan is to use this guy until my own farrier is back at wor...
by texsuze
Sat Aug 19, 2017 4:34 pm
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Topic: The end I hope
Replies: 8
Views: 6661

Re: The end I hope

So much has been thrown your way. Jingles as you move towards continued good health!
by texsuze
Sat Aug 19, 2017 4:30 pm
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Topic: Which home owners insurance company do you use?
Replies: 10
Views: 8837

Re: Which home owners insurance company do you use?

Hochheim Prairie www.hochheim.com

We looked at Farm Bureau (who most of the folks around here use) but after meeting with a representative and hearing his shockingly racist comments, then examining FB's political agenda, we opted for Hochheim, at least for now.
by texsuze
Thu Aug 17, 2017 4:48 pm
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Topic: Curry comb collector
Replies: 16
Views: 12566

Re: Curry comb collector

Another 'care package' coming your way; should arrive tomorrow (Fri)! PM me if you don't get the box by early next week :)
by texsuze
Thu Aug 17, 2017 4:42 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Half-chaps
Replies: 9
Views: 9208

Re: Half-chaps

I love the Ariat leather half chaps, although my pairs were bought several years ago. If their quality is the same now as when I bought mine, they last a long time, IMHO.
by texsuze
Mon Aug 14, 2017 4:37 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: Jingles for Chancellor
Replies: 42
Views: 26613

Re: Jingles for Chancellor

Adding jingles and healing vibes for quick turnaround!
by texsuze
Sun Aug 13, 2017 7:56 pm
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Topic: Most hated domestic task.
Replies: 31
Views: 21246

Re: Most hated domestic task.

Most hated chore inside the house is emptying the dishwasher, so DH gets to do that ;)
Second most hated is mopping floors, closely followed by cleaning DH's shower.

Outside? I must admit I hate to clean my horse's toilet, er, stall. I'd rather clean his sheath than his stall any day of the week.
by texsuze
Thu Aug 10, 2017 3:19 pm
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Topic: My ex mother-in-law died
Replies: 10
Views: 9449

Re: My ex mother-in-law died

Sounds like your (ex) in-laws were first and foremost your friends. I, too, am glad you were able to attend the wake, despite the tension of your previous situation. I bet FIL and Lisa were touched that you were there. Very sorry for your loss at this time.
by texsuze
Wed Aug 09, 2017 2:47 pm
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Topic: Curry comb collector
Replies: 16
Views: 12566

Re: Curry comb collector

Another request for mailing info from TR Teacher, please. If you don't mind PM'ing me, too. Is there other equipment/tack your facility is needing? I probably have some extra items to re-home.
by texsuze
Tue Aug 08, 2017 9:06 pm
Forum: Senior Horses/Senior Riders
Topic: Senior Feet and Toe Nails
Replies: 10
Views: 10884

Re: Senior Feet and Toe Nails

I'd rather clean my gelding's sheath (which I do) than trim someone's toe nails. And while we're on the subject, what's with all the old dudes and long fingernails? I don't mean the folks who are in various stages of dementia, but the old walkie-talkie men who appear to abandon their nail clippers o...
by texsuze
Tue Aug 08, 2017 8:50 pm
Forum: Freecycle Forum
Topic: TAKEN--Breeches (small sized)
Replies: 3
Views: 5990

Re: Breeches (small sized)

Hi, Knoel,
I'm very sorry for not checking back with my thread :( Yes, all the breeches listed above are still available. PM me if you are still interested, despite my tardiness!
by texsuze
Mon Aug 07, 2017 5:08 pm
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Topic: Need Help Naming -"E" and "J" suggestions please!
Replies: 31
Views: 21096

Re: Need Help Naming -"E" and "J" suggestions please!

One of my hens is named Jolene and she is solid black. Just sayin' :)
by texsuze
Mon Aug 07, 2017 5:04 pm
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Topic: Curry comb collector
Replies: 16
Views: 12566

Re: Curry comb collector

Maybe we should find a worthy equine therapy barn or other non-profit barn, gather up all our no-longer-used-but-still-useful grooming tools and put together a big 'ol DDBB Christmas box for this year 8-) I have a little batch of grooming stuff stored away that I'd be happy to re-home to a worthy ca...
by texsuze
Wed Jul 12, 2017 7:41 pm
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Topic: 5 acre property layout and poop
Replies: 17
Views: 14143

Re: 5 acre property layout and poop

Re: poop, like Srhorselady, I had good intentions of managing poop in compost piles. Too much trouble, tractor couldn't quite handle the turning of manure, and too many shavings vs other organic compounds meant I never got compost :( Got a Loyal manure spreader from TSC (on my second one now) and ju...
by texsuze
Fri Jun 30, 2017 8:54 pm
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Topic: Total solar eclipse!
Replies: 17
Views: 14696

Re: Total solar eclipse!

You folks lucky enough to be in the path of 'totality' might want to consider renting out a room/stall/camping spot on your driveway/electrical outlet for RV hook-up for the event :) Could result in some nice mad money...!
by texsuze
Fri Jun 30, 2017 8:49 pm
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Topic: I bought Ariel last night
Replies: 34
Views: 21271

Re: I bought Ariel last night

Yea! Hope she realizes what a sweet situation she has fallen into ;)
by texsuze
Fri Jun 30, 2017 8:47 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: 2nd Opinion?
Replies: 29
Views: 19813

Re: 2nd Opinion?

HayB, no (known) injury, just initially off-and-on lameness, over a few months, which then didn't resolve. Radiographs were showing some spurs in a front pastern which didn't look that problematic. There was also some calcification of, I believe, the DDFT on the opposite front foot. Best described i...
by texsuze
Tue Jun 27, 2017 4:00 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: 2nd Opinion?
Replies: 29
Views: 19813

Re: 2nd Opinion?

Had 3 opinions (all concurred) on my gelding before deciding to retire him a few years back, although today, with his fruitloop behavior in the pasture, you'd never know he had a problem ;) He had ESWT (shock wave) but I did not find it to be helpful in his situation, FWIW. These guys just seem born...
by texsuze
Tue Jun 27, 2017 3:51 pm
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Topic: Total solar eclipse!
Replies: 17
Views: 14696

Total solar eclipse!

Get ready, folks! Total solar eclipse takes place on August 21, 2017, just weeks away! Lucky folks in the U.S. who are within the pathway of totality will get to experience this super duper celestial event! Unfortunately, I'm too far south of the totality pathway to get the full-on effect, but I pla...
by texsuze
Mon Jun 19, 2017 7:18 pm
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Topic: Bread machines?
Replies: 7
Views: 8357

Re: Bread machines?

Snork, if you want to trade your bread machine for some tack, look at my classified ad (old post is towards bottom of page) to see if there is anything that interests you there ;)
by texsuze
Mon Jun 19, 2017 7:14 pm
Forum: For Sale!
Topic: Stall guards
Replies: 0
Views: 3356

Stall guards

I have two (2) Dura Tech stall guards (identical to website below), never used (barely out of box), navy straps w/beige plaid panel. Panel is 32" x 20"; guard extends to about 48" wide total. Eyebolts included. http://www.sstack.com/product/dura-tech-deluxe-dura-mesh-stall-guard Askin...
by texsuze
Mon Jun 19, 2017 3:45 pm
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Topic: We are loosing our younger dog to cancer.
Replies: 22
Views: 15844

Re: We are loosing our younger dog to cancer.

Oh, this brings back the tears. We lost our 6 year old kitty in March--he had lymphoma which was so extensive it was shocking. Only a tiny bit of labored breathing and he began not eating much, vet visit wherein we were sent straight to a feline specialist (hour's drive) for x-rays and ultrasound, a...
by texsuze
Wed Jun 14, 2017 3:57 am
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Topic: Difference between a hot flash and just sweating?
Replies: 16
Views: 13592

Re: Difference between a hot flash and just sweating?

And at 4 a.m. when you've just pulled the covers back over you because you had cooled back down after having the 3:30 a.m. "flush";)
by texsuze
Wed Jun 14, 2017 3:54 am
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Topic: Sicily was lovely!
Replies: 14
Views: 11115

Re: Sicily was lovely!

Wow, how many folks were there?! Cake looked spectacular and bride had the right physique to wear such a classy gown! The Italians (probably Sicilians, too) are such a warm, wonderful people. Ready to pack my bags now....
by texsuze
Wed Jun 07, 2017 3:25 pm
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Topic: Help w/buying carpeting
Replies: 13
Views: 11941

Re: Help w/buying carpeting

We've always gone with Mohawk or Shaw. Color (puke-hiding capability!) is a big factor with us. We re-carpeted the Rehab Room (a.k.a. Man Cave) and a dressing room not that long ago, using a local, family-owned flooring store. Took advantage of a spring sales event. I didn't realize at the time that...
by texsuze
Wed May 31, 2017 6:44 pm
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Topic: Tell us about YOU.
Replies: 223
Views: 179734

Re: Tell us about YOU.

You are still welcome to lurk and chime in, even if horse-less ;) And we have the Menagerie thread for non-horse critters, too!
by texsuze
Wed May 31, 2017 6:42 pm
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Topic: And now....pasture reno...thoughts, experiences, insight from farm owners/managers please?
Replies: 15
Views: 12366

Re: And now....pasture reno...thoughts, experiences, insight from farm owners/managers please?

I've forgotten how many acres of pasture you have on your property. Questions: is it essential that you have fields dedicating to growing/harvesting hay? If so, have you considered, or is it even possible in your area, to grow/manage hay from native grasses? Many folks are now foregoing the 'introdu...
by texsuze
Thu May 25, 2017 5:46 pm
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Topic: Killing weeds/trees
Replies: 11
Views: 9966

Re: Killing weeds/trees

I second the motion for contacting your county ag extension agent. There are some herbicides available which are more targeted to certain species, but their use requires having either a commercial or private applicator license (I've had mine for 20 yrs). My understanding is that Roundup, although qu...
by texsuze
Thu May 11, 2017 4:22 pm
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Topic: Never had a horse at home.
Replies: 7
Views: 6940

Re: Never had a horse at home.

And this is just the beginning ;) I moved my gelding to my place about 9 years ago. First time to have a horse under my exclusive care. First barn to have built. Everything in place: tack room, feed room, wash rack. Most of the great ideas I got from the "old BB". Compost bins are now defu...
by texsuze
Tue May 09, 2017 9:14 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Replacing zipper in Mountain Horse jacket
Replies: 7
Views: 7720

Re: Replacing zipper in Mountain Horse jacket

After making inquiries with them, Mtn. Horse says they'll be sending me a new zipper for my winter coat! Yippee, now to find a seamstress who can do the replacement. Thanks for the suggestion!

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