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Nov 23, 2009, 7:26 am
On Saturday night, I attended Ocala Florida’s Light up Night. I had a great time and came away from it feeling excited about the upcoming holiday season. I love this time of year - the holi... Comment - Like
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Nov 12, 2009, 5:00 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Nov 5, 2009, 5:00 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Nov 3, 2009, 9:16 am
I have been debating about whether to post on this topic or not, as Billie has done such a fantastic job of covering the issue on her site Camera-Obscura. In the end, I decided to mention it as I k... Comment - Like
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Oct 29, 2009, 6:00 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Oct 26, 2009, 6:47 am
Yesterday we talked about yoga being a great way for equestrians to build strength and flexibility. Well, what if you’re looking for ways to improve your cardiovascular fitness while strengtheni... Comment - Like
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Oct 25, 2009, 6:01 am
Physical fitness and good health are important to everyone, but when you are an equestrian athlete seeking to maximize your competitive potential, fitness becomes even more important. In general, d... Comment - Like
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Oct 23, 2009, 8:33 am
In the most literal sense. Well, they are if you have thousands of dollars in cash lying around and a need to wear your horse. Check out this article on The Horse.com. I’ve heard of a lo... Comment - Like
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Oct 22, 2009, 12:17 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Oct 21, 2009, 6:25 am
Jane, over at The Literary Horse, has asked this age old question of her readers and wants some feedback. I think that many of us involved with our equine friends get this question, oh, a few hundre... Comment - Like
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Oct 19, 2009, 6:25 am
In August I had the chance to visit one of my old stomping grounds - the Ocala Equestrian Complex, located in Ocala, Florida. The Central Florida Appaloosa Horse Club was hosting their Fun in the Su... Comment - Like
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Oct 17, 2009, 2:58 pm
What it SHOULD look like... Image courtesy of Schneiders Saddlery
As most of you know, Tiny has a severe allergy to gnat bites. As a result, I’m always on the hunt for anything that will pre... Comment - Like
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Oct 15, 2009, 6:22 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Oct 12, 2009, 9:49 pm
Sunday morning found Grady and I at an area dog park enjoying the morning. Here are some of his favorite games:
Refereeing Water Sports
Look, I make the rules here!
Preventing Frou-Frou Dogs Fro... Comment - Like
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Oct 8, 2009, 6:56 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and ... Comment - Like
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Oct 6, 2009, 6:00 am
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Many years ago, I learned the value of riding with “soft eyes.” You might be wondering, What on earth does that mean? If you drive a car, you probab... Comment - Like
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Oct 3, 2009, 1:24 pm
You might be wondering why Grady hasn’t made an appearance around here lately. G-man has been laying pretty low recently, feeling kind of grumpy and sorry for himself. I guess the ongoing ba... Comment - Like
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Oct 1, 2009, 6:31 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and link... Comment - Like
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Sep 26, 2009, 1:10 pm
I’ve been barrel racing off and on for about 17 years, but I still look for new tips and techniques any time I can get them. I’ve really only ridden 2 gamers, so I don’t consid... Comment - Like
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Sep 24, 2009, 6:31 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and ... Comment - Like
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Sep 23, 2009, 7:59 am
Things are really starting to pick up in the case of the slaughtered horses. Just one week after the first arrest, police have taken another young man into custody on charges of armed burglary and a... Comment - Like
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Sep 21, 2009, 9:50 pm
…and you won’t need a big stick.
What’s your communication style? Have you ever thought about it? Consider your friends and family: are you a chatterbox, firing off the commentary a... Comment - Like
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Sep 19, 2009, 2:43 pm
Photo courtesy of Dee Q8, Flickr
As September rolls on, I have observed a great deal of excitement about the fall season. Excitement about fall traditions, like cider and local festivals, is contag... Comment - Like
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Sep 18, 2009, 10:33 pm
Great news for some South Florida horse lovers! Authorities in Miami-Dade county have arrested Luis Miguel Cordero after catching him in a horse pasture in possession of butcher tools. He apparent... Comment - Like
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Sep 17, 2009, 6:12 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and ... Comment - Like
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Sep 15, 2009, 7:22 am
After the recent news of horses being slaughtered for meat in South Florida, horse owners are understandably jittery around here. The most recent local news on horses isn’t helping matters. ... Comment - Like
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Sep 14, 2009, 6:54 pm
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I finally got around to watching the Primetime segment title “The Outsiders” that aired on August 25. I initially recorded the show because I thought it would pro... Comment - Like
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Sep 13, 2009, 5:22 pm
…I mean that in a couple of ways. First it’s so great to be back in Florida, surrounded by my animals and welcomed by the (somewhat) milder temperatures, as compared to when I left this ... Comment - Like
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Sep 10, 2009, 7:54 am
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I recently received my latest issue of the Appaloosa Journal. As I was perusing the pages, I came across a gr... Comment - Like
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Sep 7, 2009, 7:24 am
I’ve had many requests for more photos and news on the zoo. I aim to please, so here they are….
Many of you have met Grady before and know what a charming little goober-flinger he is. ... Comment - Like
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Sep 5, 2009, 7:18 am
Courtesy of Deusxflorida, Flickr and John Morgan
I might be a decent horsewoman, but I have more than a few scarred individuals that will bear witness to my total failure in the kitchen. So imagine... Comment - Like
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Sep 3, 2009, 7:56 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there and ... Comment - Like
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Sep 1, 2009, 9:07 am
Thanks to Akal Ranch for hosting this month’s Carnival of the Horse and Welcome to any readers heading over from the Ranch! Check out Akal Ranch for a great collection of horse related blogs... Comment - Like
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Aug 31, 2009, 9:19 pm
How bad is it to laugh at my horse? I mean really laugh at her, like a belly laugh kinda thing? I’m not sure how I didn’t notice this before, as Emma even called me to point it out (O... Comment - Like
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Aug 29, 2009, 8:49 pm
Excelling in equitation classes is largely about being a pretty rider on a well trained horse and presenting yourself with charisma and attention to detail. On page 238 of The Appaloosa Horse Club... Comment - Like
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Aug 27, 2009, 7:00 am
Once again, it’s time for Thankful Thursday! I hope this post inspires you to consider the things in your life that you are grateful for. If you have a blog, consider posting about it there ... Comment - Like
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Aug 24, 2009, 10:24 pm
If you want to excel in equitation classes, you must first master the pattern. In stock horse breeds, equitation classes are commonly judged by individual pattern work or a combination of patterns a... Comment - Like
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Aug 22, 2009, 5:39 pm
The horse, with beauty unsurpassed, strength immeasureable, and grace unlike any other, still remains humble enough to carry a man upon his back.
-Amber Senti
Since I have begun this journey into th... Comment - Like
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Aug 20, 2009, 12:38 pm
In the spirit of embracing the positive and taking a few moments to appreciate all that I am grateful for, I have decided to join the Thankful Thursdays movement. I hope this post inspires you to co... Comment - Like
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Aug 16, 2009, 1:57 am
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First off, I’d like to say a GREAT BIG “THANKS!!!” to Mugwump Chronicles for reprinting my post on the history of the Appaloosa horse. Welco... Comment - Like
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Aug 11, 2009, 10:48 pm
As many of you know, Tiny’s riding schedule over the past few months has been a bit erratic. Between her foot abcess, my move, and the mostly rainy afternoons our riding sessions have been inc... Comment - Like
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