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May. 17, 2013, 07:17 PM
CW Post isn't bad. The turnout isn't great.
I find Hunter's Moon and Old Westbury are gorgeous, but super crazy expensive. If that's not an...
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May. 16, 2013, 07:37 PM
My main impression is that you are clearly not happy with your trainer. You are clearly frustrated with your progress, you don't feel challenged, and...
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May. 12, 2013, 07:14 PM
Yeah, I had that happen to me. Well, perhaps I didn't get as far along, but the breeder said I wasn't the right fit, they were going to sell to a...
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May. 8, 2013, 07:14 PM
Another person with low back pain chiming in to say that riding doesn't aggravate it - with the exception of sitting trot. I think riding helps...
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May. 5, 2013, 03:47 PM
I, too, have a fancy horse that really outclasses me. I have her on a 1/3 lease to a much better adult rider. I only charge her 1/3 of expenses...
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May. 5, 2013, 03:25 PM
Awwww. I'm glad it's going in the right direction. Fingers crossed for you!! And toes!!
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May. 4, 2013, 08:28 PM
I agree this is probably much more complicated and emotional for your mom because of your sister. And for you. I'm so sorry!
Riding should be fun....
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May. 3, 2013, 07:50 PM
True. She could just step over, but she just canters over without really jumping. When I feel comfortable enough that I'm not catching her on takeoff...
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May. 2, 2013, 06:51 PM
Ha! I might see those cute kids as the enemy lurking under their cute bows?! I dunno, some of them look friggin adorable and innocent on their fat,...
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May. 1, 2013, 06:56 PM
I love having company in weenie-ness!! Makin' me feel good here!! :D
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Apr. 30, 2013, 08:24 PM
Bottom line: If your horse is underweight, they are skimping on food. If they're skimping on food, what else are they skimping on? Bedding, OK. But I...
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Apr. 30, 2013, 10:31 AM
I don't do white shirts. The last one I had was about $100 and is ruined after two uses. I don't even know what could have caused these stains -...
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Apr. 30, 2013, 09:22 AM
His SJ round was so soft and rhythmic, I agree it looked like a nice hunter round. It looked effortless, balanced, and gorgeous! He kinda just set up...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 06:37 PM
Wow, I guess I could just drug my mare and I could comfortably move up the levels? Why didn't I think of that? Maybe because it's my responsibility...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 05:29 PM
This scared the bejeesus out of me just looking at it! The google translation seems to say everyone walked away. Just terrifying!
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Apr. 29, 2013, 05:22 PM
Haha, me, too!!!
No concerns (or shame) in losing to the kids! There are some good little riders out there in their braids and jods!
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Apr. 29, 2013, 04:59 PM
Right now I will be happy with any rinky-dink local shows as long as the footing is safe enough.
I'm definitely not someone who used to be good...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 12:58 PM
Thanks, guys, you're making me feel better! Guess I'm gonna have to beat the cute kids in ribbons on fat schooling ponies, or pull on some big girl...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 11:54 AM
Haha, but I'm still working my way back to 2'!!
I did an opportunity class against the kids last year. Some of the kids were almost babies and...
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Apr. 29, 2013, 11:39 AM
I would love a nice adult xrail division haha!! We could do hunters or eq.
Really I figure this summer I will be ready to show 2'. Good luck...
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Apr. 28, 2013, 06:41 PM
Riding is, of course, a risky activity. But you can find ways to mitigate that risk as best you can. And you've obviously identified the first step -...
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Apr. 26, 2013, 05:45 PM
DH needs a thick horse. Height is irrelevant to weight-carrying ability. Look for thick cannons.
You do need a horse with a strong back and...
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Apr. 25, 2013, 10:10 AM
More about saddles... They really do make ALL the difference in your riding. They affect your balance and security dramatically. Really do try a lot....
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Apr. 25, 2013, 10:01 AM
I'm getting visions of saddle issues, as well. Sounds as if your saddle isn't working for you. It may or may not work for him. It does need to work...
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Apr. 24, 2013, 07:52 PM
Hmmm... I wanted... A ride who would be reliable and honest. Quirky and grumpy would be okay as long as he viewed me as his person, and would do his...
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Apr. 24, 2013, 07:30 PM
AP versus jumping: I think the jump half pad works if your saddle flaps are really cut forward. If you have a jump saddle with straighter flaps, the...
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Apr. 24, 2013, 07:11 PM
You can tell her she has, say, one day to return your items or you will file a police report. If she hasn't sold it, you should be able to recover...
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Apr. 22, 2013, 08:47 PM
My mare becomes almost a saintly packer in the summer (at her home barn). As much as an overly powerful WB mare can be a saintly packer, that is....
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Apr. 21, 2013, 07:07 PM
OP, your Mom may have reason to be concerned...
Do you know (for sure) that this guy is not involved, financially or otherwise? I agree there are...
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Apr. 18, 2013, 06:22 PM
I've never really been a fan. At all. That has nothing to do with hatred or jealousy or judgmentalism towards other women, but everything to do with...
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