Monthly Archives: November 2007

Mule Training, Lesson 1

Congratulations to Tom! His wife and daughters have been pursuing natural horsemanship and horse training for several years. Tom has always been bedrock support to them in their pursuit of equestrian passion. And now, he has a new partner to … Continue reading

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More Photos of Used Crosby Prix des Nations

Here are some pictures and measurements of the Crosby Prix des Nations I’m selling: The length of the saddle flap from the stirrup bar to the bottom of the flap: 15″ Gullet Width:  

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Natural Friesian Beauty!

  Gracie wasted no time in reveling in the natural life with a good mud spa! The morning after her arrival we chuckled at the contrast between the mud and the pretty blue ribbon Tonya loosely wove into her tail … Continue reading

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Engaged with Grace

It was a dark and stormy night when the love of my life made two dreams come true…. Mark proposed with Gracie the Friesian as the engagement ring.    

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The Proposal

The Proposal: The Director’s Cut (In 4 Part Harmony, with Feelin’!) It wasn’t the way he had planned it, but He planned it perfectly…. A few months ago I laughed at the impracticality of diamond rings on hardworking farmgirl hands. … Continue reading

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Used Wintec Isabell Werth Dressage Saddle For Sale

I bought this saddle this summer and after just a handful of rides realized the flaps are just too short for my looooong legs.  Remember that post about femurs 2 inches too long? So this wonderful, lightly used dressage saddle … Continue reading

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Used Saddle Crosby Prix des Nations For Sale

Heads up all you natural hunter-jumper riders! This is a wonderful, classic style Crosby Prix des Nations close contact saddle. It is a 17 1/2 inch seat with a long flap and wide tree. I bought it used. It still … Continue reading

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The Rubber Meets the Road

Today was an Avalon day. The light November rain washed gold and copper leaves–a beautiful backdrop for all the outdoor work I needed to get done: mending fence lines and planning new cross fencing to accommodate new boarders, deciding on … Continue reading

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Horse Blankets

How quickly things change! Daylight savings time now has us out working in the dark, while bitter winds blow around us. I started my inventory of blankets last week. I pulled out my blanket barrels to see what’s what.

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