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FlyingLily

I had a couple of different screen names on UDBB, due to forgetting passwords. FlyingLily was the dam of my first horse, an OTTB who was 5 years old and green as grass when I got him, and we scared each other for a number of years until he passed from strangles. I'm not sure whether this thread is a...

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Is there anything left you won't condone? The shameless denial, cover-up, toadying to the killers, and finally attempts to blame the journalist for his own torture-murder, all have me wondering where it will end. There have been so many moments when I've said, "This is the lowest possible! This...

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My 16-years young Kentucky Mountain Horse has run off full tilt the last THREE CONSECUTIVE times I tried to longe him. Fortunately I was only dragged the first time (the barn manager said "Look like you got drug out there! - we're in Texas). and that was just because I was so totally surprised,...

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I adore that guy. And Stormy too. I just hope they win this thing.

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I really liked it too! It was fascinating to see some of the actual personalities behind the opaque members of staff, and also their obvious strong dislike of each other. "Jarvanka" episodes were also hilarious. The typos seemed to me mostly in the first few dozen pages, and then the editi...

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I think he wants a military parade for three reasons: 1. He gets a childish joy from large machinery (remember the truck cab episode). 2. He can imagine that it is all about him: service members are marching for ME! Tanks are rolling out for ME! 3. He can then report on Twitter that it was the bigge...

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I have horsey Christmas stockings from Pawsplus, and many other things from her that year. And also an ornament of the great Rachel Alexandra, from...our track riding friend, can't recall her name...And crocheted ornaments in the shape of snowflakes from, was it Jetsmom? And so much more. Plus, I bo...

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What that must have felt like for both rider and horse is hard to imagine; girth behind the barrel!

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That article is a confusing mess. One obviously very unhealthy white male in Montana, a few stabs at drug addiction rates, broad brush-stroke claims about the economy, some references to health care costs. Sometimes I fear that all the editors have been fired, all over the world.

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There is a lot of innuendo about his domestic life and violence; is any of that justified Tabby?

And: I know of Etobicoke from the American TV series "Deadwood", which is weird. The main character sheriff was from there.

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Honestly I believe you have done everything that is practical in this situation. Anything more (like a school assembly devoted to Slenderman) risks adding fuel to the fire. It is a good teachable moment for your own children. You can talk about how things get blown up and people form beliefs out of ...

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My ex-DH and I did a Celebrity cruise, 7 days out of Fort Lauderdale. I love the ocean, and like being on ships. The nights were gorgeous with the moon glimmering on the giant wake. This was a huge ship and we felt no motion at all even on the rougher days. We splurged on a cabin with a deck and tha...

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This is a little OT but service dogs are proliferating and fake registries are pretty shamelessly advertising "Take your dog anywhere!" I was on two flights this week with "service dogs" who looked really un-servicey: they jumped around on people in the gate area, were very untra...

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Yukon Gold potatoes with sea salt and vinegar.

Long ago on UDBB, Silverbridge recommended putting vinegar on boiled potatoes while they are still warm so that they absorb it. It is fabulous! I could eat this for breakfast lunch and dinner, with a side of sliced tomatoes and cucumbers.

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I'm so very sorry you are on this hard road. Wishing her sweet release from her suffering and hugs to you.

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I really appreciate it when food is served in smaller pieces - like half a baked potato, small pieces of steak etc. When you get served a giant portion and can't eat it all, that's awkward.

So my vote is go ahead and cut them in half.

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We have a radio in the barn aisle, and whenever the song comes on, the nearest person has to sprint to turn off the volume.

Usually she only gets out that initial Hello before blessed silence descends... oh well a little quiet cursing goes on.

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Her response to the State of the Union address had some really good moments: While Gov. Nikki Haley, R-S.C., was praised in many quarters for her response to President Obama’s State of the Union address Tuesday, she also received strong criticism from some conservatives for her pointed remarks aimed...

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That is hilarious - sounds like it could be the premise of a very existential short story.

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I will offer a few notes of caution about home ownership vs. renting in general: --Things go wrong in a house. Plumbing pipes burst or leak, roofs need replacement, appliances fail, termites move in, the city assesses you for new water pipes, etc. You need to have at least $10K in disposable savings...

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Tarlo that sounds so painful!!!!!

Take care and heal up well.

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Many good wishes for Duffy!

I found peanut butter on a little piece of cracker like saltine can bury a pill. Something about the sticky PB and the crackly cracker confuses them and they eat it.

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Is that Freeway in the photo up top? Looks just like one of his photos on her page.

He was so lucky she found him - an amazing story overall.

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I'm angry that the judge jerked you around last time. Good illustration of how experts can become bullies when they assume everyone should know all the intricacies of their field. But you are going to be fine. If you get nervous, take a look at the court reporter. Odds are s/he is on your side. They...

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Oh it is so hard. Treasure up all your hundreds of wonderful memories and let them warm your heart.

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I'm just not sure whether this is a change or just us noticing things because we are older than we used to be & have more authority at work. But: I teach at a university and this semester I had one class with almost 100% pre-meds = very highly grade-conscious, but lots of freshmen so not yet ver...

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I just ordered these: http://www.jefferspet.com/products/ovation-duncan-country-boot-size-6?sku=5YUY from Jeffers Equine.

Pretty good reviews. I will post back when they arrive.

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If money is no object, take a look at these, which I have been yearning over:

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Hurrah! I remember your diagnosis on the other board, and your honest strength throughout, and I'm so glad we have this board to hear that it's over and you can eat and drink and be merry.

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I don't think presents are intended to address needs, solely. Come to that, no one 'needs' an office gift at all.

We all need to get out more, so should Paws just shove this guy out the office door and yell at him to run?

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I must be one of a tiny few who enjoyed the political forum on UDBB and am enjoying this one too. I learned a lot 'over there', and I just avoided the threads that got too hot and insulting for my taste. I think the OP asks an interesting question. I'm for Bernie, but if forced I will vote for HRC w...

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I'm still trying to wrap my head around how this list of things could be referred to as "crap":

"local handmade chocolates, cheese, crackers, shortbread cookies, sauces, seasonings, jams."

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And just to add I am again very saddened by recalling that terrible experience for you. I hope maybe some of the awfulness was laundered out by the flash of recall; I hope that's how the brain works on itself.

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Not exactly a grammatical peeve; more like a "WTH are they teaching in school in Texas?!" -- sale ad I saw just now which is wrong in every possible way: Sail or trade $2,000 — LaCoste, Texas His name is Hoss he is 20 years old and he is such a sweet heart with so much to give does not loo...

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Wow. I'm sorry to be so superficial, but his face looks exactly like that description of his character.

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Looking good! Terrific improvement through the videos over time.

I love your instructor - "Ride the body!". And you are so quick to respond to her cues - great team plus charming horse.

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I have always found this one too tragic to watch; even the musical theme is so sad as to be unbearable.
Kudos to anyone brave enough to take away a good feeling from it.

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I think this guy is trying to be intriguing - nothing wrong with that. He has you pegged for complicated and intellectual, and he is trying to match your game. That's a good thing. Just don't the two of you get so caught up in being clever that the spark dies. My free advice.

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I can tell you my experience with a "small but thoughtful gift." I was in grad school and had no money extra whatsoever. My cousin, whose family was rolling in money, was getting married to an investment banker in Princeton NJ (across the country from me), and sent me an invite. Because ou...

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"it's odd that saying "I've been TO Paris" is common in Englisn".

Now I understand. You are talking about Englisn; a language not commonly spoken. With weird rules.

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I'm really sorry. It must have been such a long year.

What would he advise you to do if he were right here? Which in a way, our lost loved ones always are.

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EXcape has intelligent all wheel drive.

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I adore my Ford Escape, which the sale guy consistently and carefully pronounced EXcape.

I originally purchased it for Minnesota winters of ice and snow, but I now live in south Texas and adore its mileage and convenience. Back seat folds flat easily for great storage.

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I am so sorry - that photo is gorgeous. Be warmed by your wonderful memories.

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Loose weight and lounging horses.

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Why not leave it to your husband since he's the one who volunteered it?

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Stella, It seems that cancer treatment has some disruptive effects on metabolism, but they can be addressed. I found this: "It’s important to know that the hormone estrogen suppresses LPL activity on fat cells. This could be one reason why some women gain weight after menopause or after breast ...

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My horse John splashing.

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In fall of 2014 I happily became the new chair of an academic department. I was thrilled to make a relatively late-career move to a bigger university, different part of the country and new challenges. The former chair has turned this move very much bittersweet. He was given a year off at full salary...

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Don't be afraid. You are going to have an amazing life.

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