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I thought I would start a new thread for people over 40
who love horses.
This thread is open to owners leasers an people who
love horses

I will start I am 48 years old and I never yet owned a horse
mainly because of finances.
I have been around horses most of my life. I have ridden
all kinds of horses first ponies then horses
I have ridden Arab, Quarter Horses, Morgans, Appendix Quarter horses.
Thoroughbreds, Appaloosas, American Saddlebreds and Paints and lots of mixed breeds too and all sizes 14hh-17hh
I have ridden both English and western
here is are pictures of me riding my friends Pinto 14hh
and my friends Half Arab

My husband knows how much I would love my own horse so in the spring we are looking in to leasing a horse
 

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#25,562 ·
Morning all!:D

Well.....I'm still smiling big time! :D:D:D

I scooted out of work the very second I could, scooped up Pipes and headed to my favorite tack store. Got there just in time for Stacy W. clinic to end. But I did get a glimpse...she was signing authographs. Line was long, so I went into the store and did my usual 20 laps.

I was talking to one of the workers there, and asked what the line was outside the door. They said Stacy was there taking more pictures. They encouraged me to go over. So I did.......

I was so star struck that I really didn't have any questions for her, but I did shake her hand and introduce myself. We got a couple pictures and she was even willing to take one with Pipes! :D

I'm still beaming about this....yes I am a little kid at heart. Just had looked so forward to going over there and seeing her, getting a picture was more than I had envisioned, so it was a GREAT way to end my week!

AFterward I had thought....I should have taken a RS shirt and planted a see there! :wink: But I never thought I would have gotten the opportunity to even see her........BUT....where this is a will thee is a way. LOL

I did get some nice purchases. LIttle things I needed.....I started using that NO Thrush on Jay's rain rot spot. It says it will clear that up too. Honestly, unless I rub that area and see root hairs, I don't see or feel bumps.

.....a new lunge line (Pipes chewed the other one into 3 pieces....) a bridle hook for my chaps, fly masks/spray, two REALLY nice tops, and socks (I always pick up a pair when there, love their Noble Equine line). :D GREAT day!

My last tack room rack has arrived. It was backordered for months. I think I will assemble all that today. Did I tell you all I learned how to use a drill? Watch out!! LOL

OH, a new thermometer too! The vet had asked if I had taken Rainn's temp. I didn't confess.....:oops: but I couldn't cause I didn't have one. I notice she used a digital one. I happened to see them at the end of the aisle, so I picked one up! :thumbsup:

High of 50* today....better than what we have been seeing, so I am hopeful for a ride.

PH, never got to compliment you on those rainbow pics. WOW!

Koolio, congrats on the lead changes. What a good feeling! Excited for your new puppy adventures.

OH, speaking of puppies....took Pipes with me to the tack store. She modeled her "Therapy Dog' vest. So many people stopped to talk to us and helped me socialize her. She was 110% good! :clap: I was there for 2 hours and she literally was perfect. She went into the restroom, changing room, stood by electric doors, let a man pet her. SO, so proud!
 
#25,564 ·
I could not let that one slip by.
Tj You disappoint me. I thought a women of your calibre, plus being urban and single, would have it sorted by now. If there are no single urban young males to do the repairs for you, pick on some of the married ones. Their wives would love to get rid of them for a few hours. And, you have the added benefit of sending them home when you have finished with them. Duct tape and a sledge hammer, really!
Well...there is one man who works in maintenance at work who would help if I asked him. But...

It's so nice that duct tape now comes in so many pretty colors!:rofl:
 
#25,565 ·
NM what a great way to spend your Friday after work!! Nice Pics. So glad that Piper was on top of her game. You know, Stacy home schools her kids (because they are all on the rode with her). I bet that if you emailed her and told her about your RS club, she might send a note of encouragement to your students. Just ask her if she has any words that she could pass on to the kids! Heck, while you are at it, email Julie Goodnight too!

I have calmed down since last night. I understand that the water thing is no big deal. I am still not thrilled with the hay. Nike didn't seem too interested in eating it anyway. He took a small nibble while I was there and then decided a nap in the sun was more appealing. I looked back at my pictures of him. I do think I am seeing a small improvement. His ribs don't seem as prominent. I am going to ask him again about deworming. That is something I can offer to buy. More than anything, I think it is BOs lack of time that it hasn't been done. A little prodding can't hurt, right? :wink:
 
#25,566 ·
Nicker - it sounds like you had an awesome day yesterday! So exciting to meet Stacy and get some pics!

HappyPlace - I'm glad to hear you think Nike looks a bit better. Hopefully he is going in the right direction. Could you purchase a bag of concentrate feed just for him and give him a little extra when you are there without the farmer objecting? It wouldn't be terribly expensive, but it might help at least to balance the vitamins and minerals in his diet. Even some complete feed with some flax will help. I've got all my guys on some milled flax (1/2 cup) daily to improve their coats and provide a little extra good fat. Flax is also supposed to be good for Cushing horses. You could also watch him eat to see how his teeth are doing. If the feed falls out of his mouth while he's eating, it would suggest the teeth need looking at. Just a thought...

No big purchases from the Mane Event yesterday. The first dressage session I wanted to see was cancelled because the presenters flight was delayed. The second one on introduction to dressage training was really just basic riding skills, so I didn't stay. There was a cute Molly mule riding in that session that was fun to watch though. I did buy some pottery for a friend as a retirement gift (party today) and some bamboo tights and hoodie with a super cool horse design on both for lounging around. I also had to check out the Vic Bennet saddles and compare them to the rest to see if ordering mine was worth it. I think so. The difference in quality, feel and workmanship of Vic's saddles compared to the others was striking. He seems to put so much extra care into oiling and dying the leather and making sure every little detail matches up perfectly. I am excited to get my new saddle when it is ready.
 
#25,568 ·
Koolio, I have thought about that. If I only get out there 3 times a week, would it be worth doing? I don't want to be too pushy with this guy but I so want to see what this horse will turn in to.
Three times a week is better than none, but something to keep in mind, it is better for horses to gain weight slowly, not put it on too quickly.

Every single horse I have ever known has always prefered pond water to tap water if they have the choice. Even nasty looking stuff they seem to prefer. I can't understand it myself, unless they just like the flavored stuff?? lol.

The hay in your picture doesn't look too bad to me, might just be a type of grass you are unfamiliar with.
 
#25,569 ·
HappyPlace - I think three times a week would certainly be better than nothing. S I said before, it will also give you a chance to see if teeth are an issue. Decent complete feed and flax for one horse three times a week shouldn't be terribly costly either. I buy a bag of feed for about $20. I feed 4 horses daily, so the bag only lasts me a few weeks, but with one horse it would be much more. I think I paid around $35 for a 10 gal pail of milled flax that will last me a couple of months with 4 horses. That said, I have also purchased Buckeye Gro n Win who's is $50 a bag and supposed to last one horse 39 days. I think that is the most expensive concentrate I've ever bought, but boy did it work to keep Sally's weight on and tooling through the winter.
If you do add concentrated feed, just be carful to introduce it slowly like anything else. I would highly recommend the flax. Corn oil also works well for weight gain, but it can give some horses the scoots or make them hot.
 
#25,571 ·
I think I'd like to pick up some Equi stages and add flax seed millings if BO agrees. I REALLY want him wormed! I can be patient on Nike's progress but it's hard when he's not my horse and I really don't have control ( the freak in me slips out!) I feel like it will be Sept or so before I hop on him.

If worming is some way off try getting some dried rough ground garlic and start feeding in his food. A small amount until he gets used to the taste. Then up the dose and watch the results. The worms are not impressed and no one knows.

Its also good for cattle to feed the garlic for a few weeks before slaughter and sheep we feed them mint. Pre seasoning.:shock::lol::lol::lol::lol:.

No joking, the garlic as a horse wormer does work.
I have been told if garlic is given at each feeding it eventually comes out in the skin and acts as an insect replant.
 
#25,572 ·
I think I'd like to pick up some Equi stages and add flax seed millings if BO agrees. I REALLY want him wormed! I can be patient on Nike's progress but it's hard when he's not my horse and I really don't have control ( the freak in me slips out!) I feel like it will be Sept or so before I hop on him.
Hmmm...wondering if Nike will be getting a new owner this coming Fall, name of Happy Place:shock::lol:
 
#25,573 ·
Have been investigating a couple of horse treat recipes. A MotherEarthNews one is good, for future reference (the ingredients are few, but organic is always more expensive), but want to do that one (a cookie recipe) to give some to Janice first, freeze some for myself & mail some to a couple of friends (this is "on down the road", will have to test before sending it "out there". Sounds so good I might eat it myself!)

Came across a PinInterest cake, which sounds nice & simple, but have 2 questions that I hope can be answered here: calls for 2 1/2 cups oats, can oatmeal (the real kind) be substituted?, & 2 tablespoons of oil...now, this one bothers me: what kind of oil is appropriate? I have olive oil on hand, but that doesn't feel right. Peanut oil ok? I know coconut oil is much better for me, so maybe that's best, if I can find it...? (I never use oils for myself less than olive; I know it breaks down under heat, but when it comes to cost sometimes at the store...it's the choice.)

Ideas for what would be best for a horse? This particular recipe otherwise just has a carrot, an apple, a cup of molasses (light I guess would be better). Since a "cake", would go to Janice. I have disregarded corn oil for myself for many years (don't even eat corn), but would it be fine for horses?

Thanks for replies, in advance!
 
#25,577 ·
TJ, in regards to how Rainn contracted conjunctivitis....i read an article from Equus, and it stated that any irratant could cause the horse to rub it's eye say on it's leg and then subsequent barcteria enters and causes pink eye. :wink: If you google conjunctivitis in horses, it one of the first articles. (I know you like to read.)

Got a really nice ride in yesterday. Jay really walked out nicely, not choppy and short strided at all. He did trip twice, always his right front, and i noticed once prior to his trip, he felt like he really went 'deep' into his shoulder. That is also the shoulder that went 'clunk' when he was manipulated. I still say it's the shoulder......and not the feet.

Vet comes Tuesday for shots and hopefully we are still on the docket for an eval.

Another beautiful day out again today.....highs in the 50s, but SUN. I'll take it.:D

HP, yes I tried to find a fb message thing to message Stacy, and I didn't see one....maybe i'll try her blog. Thanks!

As one of my RS students said......Go BIG or go HOME! LOL

Koolio, I also use flax. Horseshine Started it before I knew Rainn was even had cushings. On the bag it states the company is backed by the cushing's research (or something like that). Recommened for horses with the disease. It's an omega 3. Have Jay on it too.:D

Hoping the sun is shining in your neck of the woods!

RIDE STRONG today everyone! RIDE STRONG!:thumbsup:
 
#25,578 ·
The sun is shining beautifully. I am about to head to church and then some chores around here. When the BO gets home from his church this afternoon, I am going for a ride! DH does NOT like the idea of feeding someone else's horse. He is still of the mind that we are doing BO a favor by grooming and riding his horse for him. I feel like we are mutually benefiting! I WILL get this worked out one way or another. I see myself covered in gray hair by dinner time! LOL fury shedding beast!
 
#25,579 ·
Hello all

I've been very quiet because I really don't have anything exciting to report, or any new photos! (Don't have a helmet-cam either, but must say I always enjoy the photos of those with helmet cams on this thread, and the other photos of course. Love photos!)

I did make myself a riding arena last month, a nice big 30 x 60m (because I find the standard dressage arena size too crowded, especially if you want to put jumps in). And I used it once, before getting stuck in a trail riding pattern due to the often gorgeous autumn weather! (The dog got very disappointed when I "only" rode in the arena. I suppose she'll have to get used to that happening!) Since my horse hadn't been in arena for over five years, I was happy to see he wasn't rusty with arena figures and, of course, he reins back like a champ because I practice a lot of those things on trails too. He did say, "Can't we go out of this confined space for a nice, proper trot and actually go somewhere?" Haha. :)

House building has been a little slow due to the necessity for tackling a mountain of paperwork that piled up when I had a health problem last year that was very much like chronic fatigue but wasn't. It was an endocrine thing that was diagnosed before Christmas and has a very simple treatment, and I've felt back to normal to the point we are actually hiking again on weekends (and sometimes during the week), with a neighbour now (whose husband is a couch potato). Interestingly I was also borderline Vitamin D deficient, like a lot of Australians these days who have become well indoctrinated by the anti-skin cancer campaign. So now I'm deliberately exposing myself to the sun again without sunscreen a number of times a week.

I find paperwork for the tax department insanely tedious and the least fun part of establishing a business. We did hire an accountant when we bought the place but he wasn't actually very helpful so now we're going to do it all ourselves (like before we bought the place). In Australia you can do tax online and it has nice little help screens which are far more helpful than an unhelpful professional (we did have a helpful accountant once but the price was way too high and not justified by tax savings or time savings).

We've cleaned out the guest wing of its building paraphernalia so we can seal the floors. A bit of sanding is required though for removing surface stains and then a wash with vinegar solution and a very thorough final vacuum - those things we are hoping to complete tomorrow (a public holiday here). Then it dries thoroughly and hopefully gets sealed Tuesday afternoon. The concrete sealant will make the terracotta coloured concrete look marvellous like it did in the rest of the house, but it has awful volatile chemicals in it (the most toxic building product we used on the build) and we will have to seal off the guest wing until it's properly aired out (about a fortnight).

Once the floor is sealed I can paint the (primed) plasterboard dividing walls in nice colours, and prepare and apply the rustic timber trim. The back guest room will then be ready (we already have the furniture for it), but the front room still needs two more coats of lime plaster. And I've not yet painted any of our (primed) doors!

I hope you're all well. I'll post new photos when I eventually have something nice to show. Meanwhile a recipe from the German side of the family that we enjoyed tonight:

Yummy Potato Meal (for two)

Microwave or boil six medium to large potatoes. Slice to finger thickness when cooled a little. Slice a large onion into rings, and chop 100-150g of pepperoni salami . In a large frypan (we have just bought a ceramic-coated one that works wonderfully) fry these up on medium to high heat with some oil until the potatoes are nicely browned, the onions are soft and the salami is nicely fragrant. Add several slices of cheese, pepper, salt, and a handful of caraway seeds. Pour in a little bit of milk to help the cheese melt and stop things burning. Add more milk as necessary, and once the cheese has melted, crack 4-6 eggs into the frypan and mix things through until the eggs are set.

Delicious with a garden salad and a dry cider. :)
 
#25,580 ·
Oh and I do have an old photo you guys might like we took at a tulip farm in Tasmania a few years ago!



If you like that photo and have some time, our best landscape photos pre this farm establishment and building adventure are here:

Landscape Photography and Gallery | Brett and Sue Coulstock

Australia is a beautiful, dramatic sort of place. :)
 
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