If the riders are insane for sure some of the spectators are too. Heavy thunderstorms? Let's take the kids!
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Friday, April 29, 2016
Head of the Lake!
Trends in fashion -- over-the-knee boots
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Thunder down under
Under the skies of Rolex, that is -- it always seems to rain Sunday afternoon which is yucky for folks flying out of town. They're calling for rain Saturday and Sunday this year. I know the drill!
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
How's horse selling and buying? The God's honest truth
Someone asked me for a horse buying/selling update. Not much to report at present. An observation, though -- either activity alone can justifiably described as "not for sissies." I'm sure all sellers have stories.
I had a potential buyer email me with a question about Riley's specific shade of chestnut -- pale chestnut was okay, but not bright or liver. The email made me chuckle at what I thought was a "crazy lady" line of questioning -- but when we spoke, the buyer was a lovely person, intelligent and sane and funny. She knows what she wants, and she's going for it.
Selling and buying in tandem is just a double-whammy. Looked at the horse market lately? Suitable horses in a decent price range (e.g., less than the list price of a new car) are rare. Ri will be tough to replace, for sure. I have not appreciated him, and it's humbling.
And after all, I've been to the top of the mountain already -- with wonderful dressage partner like Harv, purchased at a bargain basement price?
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Monday, April 25, 2016
Google meets horse
From http://imgur.com/gallery/xNk16, this is a great sequence captured by Google Street. They poster claims the horse spooked at the camera, but who knows?
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Name that horse?
I love the horse, I really do, but the name that fits IMHO is "Petrie Dish." Would kill for this color in a dressage prospect...
Saturday, April 23, 2016
RIP Prince
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From Etsy |
Friday, April 22, 2016
Perhaps you've heard: Pony stamp coming soon!
Thursday, April 21, 2016
2 year old CWB gelding " Express" sired by: Earl
CWB = Canadian Warmblood. This one is two years old -- a little young for me but he has clean x-rays and priced below 15K. Only downside is a trip to Canada, but hey, they are where they are.
Seller:
Name: Heather Smith or Debra Symes
Farm: Thelma & Louise Sport Horses
City: Taber & Pincher Creek
Province: Alberta
Country: Canada
Phone: 1-403-330-3602
Work Phone: 1-403-627-8289
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Stilton -- oh so cool color
He's for sale! 17H, three years old, warmblood cross. Contact Hillcrestfarm123@gmail.com
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Hank Hutson! May 21 and 22
Monday, April 18, 2016
Horse Shopping Mysteries
The shopping mystery du jour is an ad I found, won't say where -- and I'm not trying to make critical commentary -- but what could this mean?
"This horse is suitable for riding primarily in an outdoor environment, or for someone looking for a trail horse. He can be ridden indoors, but adjustments would be needed."
I'm assuming that the things needing adjustment don't include things like the girth, the stirrups -- has to be something with the indoor itself -- cover the mirrors? Lighting?
I get quirky, I've lived quirky, Harv was a delightfully quirky.
This could be a really interesting horse!
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Hair bun holders
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Silly question #147
My spouse sometimes needs help with computing tasks, and on occasion I help him establish accounts with online services. So he calls me because he needs to reset a password, and, he doesn't know the answer to the *security question:
Best horse ever
The answer:
Friday, April 15, 2016
New saddle pad shape
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Railbirds: Dealing with helpful commentary from the rail
A recent post on the Chronicle forums addressed the issue of dealing with railbirds, or "helpful commentary" from the folks on the sidelines...
"A trainer once said to my friend (an advanced level eventer), 'You just tell them, these stirrups are adjustable.'"
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Zenyatta’s 2016 Foal Passes Away
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
whacky busy
Hi All,
Things are whacky-busy, and the blog has not been updated as well or as regularly as I'd like. Lots of activity in the workplace lately! Anyway, here is the annual Rolex OTTB list from the Retired Racehorse Project.
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Gray 'n White pinto with potential
Friday, April 8, 2016
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Shelbyville, KY Ramada Inn wall mural
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Wednesday, April 6, 2016
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
Horze Crescendo Leah Women's Silicone Grip Riding Tights
Monday, April 4, 2016
Horse sale boards, FWIW
Sunday, April 3, 2016
El Chivo Viejoei -- Six-year-old 17H Thoroughbred just off the track
This guy is a pretty nice mover. $2200 in Youngstown, Ohio. Tempting! See seller description below.
Chivo is a very tall horse that oozes potential. He's really tired of the race track life, and is ready to begin a new career. 2nd gen DANZIG 4th gen SEATTLE SLEW. He's a little body sore and needs some groceries, but with a little bit of tlc and time this horse will really blossom. He's got COLD TIGHT legs. He does sport some white hairs from superficial wounds on his front legs and is missing some hair on his legs from being done up (pictures avail). These are simply blemishes and are not related to any injuries. I think this guy has a very bright future ahead of him! Message