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Posted on 02/24/2006 9:12:25 AM PST by HairOfTheDog
This is a horse chat thread where we share ideas, ask for input from other horsemen, and talk about our riding and horse-keeping. We have a lot of different kinds of riders and horses, and a lot to share. In the previous threads we have had a great time talking through lessons, training, horse lamenesses, illnesses and pregnancies... and always sharing pictures and stories.
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So sorry about not getting those meds in:(
Becky
Well, I'm sorry we let it run out. I hope he doesn't slow down because of it.
And actually, I'm not even sure we'll ride this weekend. Ruthy arrives today, and they'll be looking at houses the next couple days... and be down to visit on Friday night. We'll see how Saturday goes :~) - Maybe Sunday.
That's exciting about the house hunting. When will she be moving?
She's moving the latter part of June. They're looking at places to rent, not buy, but they need to find a place now so she's got something to move stuff into.
Twin update:
The happy little family.
Twins are 12 hours old here.
Mom and babies continue to do fine.
They've gone outdoors today. The other horses celebrated with a victory gallop.
Bridey and Boo
Bridey is above average size. Boo is an almost normal size foal.
We figure we got a warmblood baby and a pony.
Hope Boo grows into that head..
Have you ever taken Ruthie on a trail ride while she's been up there?
They are different in size aren't they, but it might surprise you that the smaller Boo catches up. She just got the small side of the womb maybe. :~D
No - in fact she's never even been on the horses here at home on any of ther visits. That'll be in our future I'm sure.
Awwwww, they're gorgeous! I'll bet Boo catches up with Bridley by the time they grow up. He was probably just getting crowded when they were still inside their Mama. Are they both nursing ok?
Baby Boo has figured out how to time his meals when Big Bridey is asleep. They're both nursing strongly and Mom is an exemplary parent.
Our luck through this whole event has been nothing short of miraculous.
Everything has gone our way, except the rainy, stormy cool weather, but now that they need to get out and gambol, even that seems to be breaking for us.
We've been truly blessed.
That's hard to believe, as much as she loves horses. I'll bet she'll enjoy the heck out of it whenever she does get to go because the scenery will be so different from what she's seen on the trail rides she's been on in Florida. It'll be an exciting time for her and her girls all around. I'm thrilled for them.
My brother might indeed find that horses are part of his future now. ;~)
Wow! That's a calendar-quality picture if I've ever seen one! SO cute! I'm glad that everything is working out. It really makes you aware that God is looking out for you doesn't it. Thanks for sharing your good fortune with us!
I wouldn't mind if the little guy got the small side of the family gene pool.
Dad was a 15 hand Connemara pony, clever, handy and of great heart.
He has Dad's dishy face, so maybe he'll show some of that line.
Terrific picture :~D
We'll be interested to watch the twins as they grow up :~D I do hope you'll keep sharing pictures.
Has your brother ever been riding with you? Does he like horses at all?
They are beautiful:)
Becky
Can't think of a better place to show off my American Sporthorses..
Thanks so much..
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