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I know Texas is a big state but I thought it would be nice to have a thread so Texas folk can communicate and get to know each other.

This can be a place of just getting to know each other, discuss our horses, share ideas, or knowledge, keep each other informed on events, functions, sales, news, etc.

What do ya think? Check in and let's begin!

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We (DH and DD15) live in Montgomery County.
We have 5 acres.
One Arabian mare .. in the market for a horse for husband/daughter.
I raise chickens, have rabbits, 2 dogs and a flying squirrel.

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#10,769 ·
Are you serious 12 to 18 months. :shock:
I know you probably meant weeks. :lol: You're right about the green, I start back cutting hay tomorrow and I don't think we will ever get caught up.
My boss said people are calling wanting their hay cut that haven't called in 5 or 6 years. And that means money in the bank, and plenty of food for my horses. :D
 
#10,772 ·
Yep. Center of circulation is heading just to our East as I am writing. Rain has not been too bad yet, but the worst of it here (Far NW Travis Cty/SW Williamson) is supposed to happen overnight tonight. The east of I-35 looks to be taking the brunt of it
 
#10,775 ·
Hi there! I live in Montgomery County and have one Arabian gelding and a dachshund. How the heat treating you all? 84 degrees at 9 in the morning. Man you'd think I'd get used to it but I just don't. My horse couldn't care less. He likes a cool rinse after a workout but doesn't give a flip about the heat. How do your horses react to the heat?
 
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Hi Human,

We are in far NW Travis County. Two full QH's, one Caspian x QH and an Appendix? That last one is just a guess. We try to finish any riding before 11 if possible, or save it for the evening hours. They don't seem to mind it too much as long as we're not working too hard. This weather, at least in our area is an improvement over the last few summers for sure, so it's not so bad....yet. Still two and a half months to go. ;)
 
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Welcome, Human!

Summer is definitely here, but I'm trying not to complain since it's not even 100 yet ;) My pampered, wanna-be-show-horse spends his summer days lounging under a fan in his stall, then overnights outside - otherwise he's miserable in the sun and bugs. Even my dogs go out to potty then whine to be let right back into the A/C, lol.
 
#10,779 ·
Thanks for such a warm welcome! I also try to get my riding done early or in the evenings. I'm working on getting a fan in my boy's stall but it's also really breezy in the space where he's placed. Small world Texasgal. :)
 
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#10,780 ·
Hi fellow Texans! I own 5 horses that I board in Godley Texas, which is in Johnson County. I live in Burleson, though, which is Tarrant County. I am currently trailerless, which is a bummer, but the fiance just bought a super duty truck so fingers crossed the trailer is coming next!! Looking for some horsey friends to ride with, hopefully. I ride for pleasure, mostly, as I work full time and am also in grad school full-time, but my boarding facility hosts ranch shows once a month so I am aiming to at least do something small to keep the horses motivated.
 
#10,781 ·
Welcome AllKian! Nice to see someone from my area here. I boarded in west Burleson for a short time and used to drive through Godley on my way to Weatherford and also for Del Norte Tacos :) Presently I board in Rendon, where I am one of only two boarders, and pretty much the only boarder who rides regularly. If you like trail riding, I know some nice local places to go.
 
#10,784 ·
Welcome, Allkian!

I currently live in Dallas and board in Waxahachie, but am looking for my own horse property - it's TOUGH to find the right place these days, most properties in my budget have contracts on them within 24-48 hours of listing!

In other news, summer has definitely arrived. Hope my fellow Texans are well!
 
#10,785 ·
Thanks everyone! Yes summer is definitely here. I rode last night and even with a covered arena and breeze my girl was sweating up a storm. Then again, so was I! I am *hopefully* getting a trailer today (my fiance is too wonderful) so I will definitely need some intel on riding locations. We're getting a 4 horse trailer so I will be able to pick up others too! Yippee!!!!!
 
#10,788 ·
It sure IS hot!!! Take care, y'all.

Drove to & from Little Rock this weekend for my nephew's wedding. Passed some gorgeous farms along the way! One place was for sale for a mere $1.8 million - 84 acres of white pipe fence, a show barn, training race track, breeding lab...and a bunch of beautiful TB foals and dams enjoying the shaded pastures. Couldn't help but smile at the perfection!
 
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Here's the property I have my eyes on. Lots of riding space for me, an airstrip for my husband. No house or buildings but otherwise what a place! The price is a choker though. Maybe they would throw in the horses in the last picture? Ah, well, dreams are a good thing, keeps you going in the right direction.

2519 County Road 323, Liberty Hill, TX For Sale | Trulia.com
 
#10,790 ·
Gorgeous, Reining!

We're supposed to be closing on our new property Aug 24th, but having some trouble getting some docs from the listing agent - super stressful! My realtor just sent us a few new property listings as a backup, just in case it doesn't go through. *cry*
 
#10,791 ·
I hate all that stress!!! It works out in the end though.

We were moving to Florida, had sold the house in IL, had all of the stuff in the moving van set to arrive at the new house on the closing date. We were driving in GA the day before closing when we got the call from the realtor; there was a problem.

A 100 year old drainage easement ran right through the middle of the house! We ended up trying to resolve the issue with the county and after 6 months of beating our heads against the wall, moved on.

Ended up with a nicer house because in that 6 months the local economy had tanked and home prices with it. Sold that house with enough profit to buy our current place where we could keep our horses at home...

Don't worry, it will work out one way or the other. Good luck!
 
#10,792 ·
Our house sold within days, so we are currently living with my Brother In Law & Mother In Law. We can't wait to be back in our own place, haha! But seriously, a big issue is that school starts soon, and I want my 10 year old to be attending his long term school - I'd hate to enroll him somewhere for a month or two and then move him. He's upset enough at changing schools as it is.
 
#10,793 ·
My older kids still remember that move..... 3 different schools in 6 months! First was the apartment we rented, then the house we rented, then the house we finally bought.....it was insanity but they survived.

In Tx you can homeschool your child until you get settled. I have homeschooled 3 of mine at different times for different reasons and you will be surprised how much you can accomplish in a short amount of time.
 
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