SUMMER BREAK

Now is the time to take a break from the Internet. Summer is here and it’s time to go outside to have some fun with the horses. My Internet is now cut off for the summer until Sept 2010 at the latest.

Saving a bit of money as well as having a good time this year with participation in my life. Adding some things to life is a good thing. Making more time this summer to be with my horses and dogs which is a good thing because if you think about it: animals are not with us for a very long time. I think the more time I spend with my animals the better the times and it’s a good time to make fun memories to relish when they are gone.

I know I have not made a lot of time to write and post. Although, I will miss the act of writing. Maybe, just maybe, this will give me the opportunity to write and stock up on good things to share with you this winter. Believe me I will try to capture the fun times and learning experiences just so I can share them with you. My dear readership, I know you are there and reading because I can see it in the numbers.

Sorry I have taken so long to write. But believe me when I say, life has been less than boring. It has been a very emotional time this year already. With my dad going into the hospital with rectal cancer and me having to live without my loving furry best friend in the whole world. Whom I miss and still hold dear to my heart. I can still remember laying next to him on his dog bed the night before he had to go. Cuddling with my best friend was a good bitter sweet memory and it is still very clear in my mind which is why even now, it pains my heart. Jan 2010 seems like yesterday.

What is so funny? I talk more about my dog dying than my dad being in the hospital, go figure!? You want the honest truth?

My dog was worth more to me than my dad because my dog actually loved me. It sure is a sad world when people mean nothing to their family. If you don’t have a family, find a family to be yours!

Anyway, when I post here again it will be September 2010. I wish you all the best in your summer. Stay safe, have fun and take time to enjoy your life. Add something new to your life this year. Take time for yourself. Be nice to you and find someone to love you once you learn to love yourself.

Be good and thank you so much for reading One of Many Me’s.

“See” you in September

 

P.S.

I almost forgot to tell you, my dad did finally recover from the operation. Three months later, he is back at his home being as miserable as ever! So that my friends, is good news. I suppose. The jury is still out on whether I am happy or  not..

Fact: the family should have pull the plug when they had the chance… :/

Horsey Time Again!

Time to get those wolf teeth removed, feet shod, manes all trimmed up and looking pretty! Brush up on your riding skills strap on those lucky spurs and get back in the saddle this season. Don’t forget the crop whip for those rusty mannered horses.

What are you waiting for?

This year is going to be a bit difficult for myself to get out there riding because this winter was not nice to my herd. Although, if they weren’t trucking through the bush they might have better legs.

Some new horse people who are just learning don’t know that wolf teeth are aggravating to horses if you use a bit. If you are so lucky to have a horse trained with a bitless bridal then you are okay to go go go!

The reason we remove the wolf teeth is because they make the difference between a pleasant enjoyable ride and a grouchy fitful horse. These teeth sit directly in front of the back teeth in the space where the bit sits. And because these teeth are so small you might not be able to see them but if your horse lets you put a finger in their mouth you can feel around the gum area. Generally, wolf teeth are no bigger than a finger nail. Also, there are known cases of wolf teeth which have grown back. So, be aware if your horse just isn’t happy at some point there is an issue you have to deal with soon.

Stay safe, ride easy, and be alert! Oh, and be nice to your horse because they know when you are up to something…

Thanks for reading One of Many Me’s.