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My New PINK Laptop!!!

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So this was not a planned purchase, but like replacing a PC is ever REALLY planned. 😛 Rick came home yesterday to the laptop that he uses for our horse business being as he puts it kachingaed. Yep, that a technical term for friged beyond repair. 🙂

So we went laptop shopping at our local laptop places. And who would have thought that for $80 less, Intel, and a webcam you could get a nice PINK laptop. 🙂 Needless to say instead of him fighting the girls off of his computer I got the new PINK laptop. Cuz I am meaner than him and will not take a cute smile to release my computer. 😛

So, I have been getting stuff loaded.

What took a whole weekend the first time I did this took two hours. DANG! The pink one has a 200 GIG hard drive and 3 meg of ram. Can we say I got SPEED? 🙂 OK, so I am SSSOOOOOOO NOT a PINK person, but ya know ya gotta do something to save a buck or two now days. 😛 Dude at the store acted like these creatures were not moving very fast. It was a pretty good discount. I know three girls at our house that would love this. And aren’t gonna get it.

Course I know one friend I ride with that will try to steal this from me the next time I see her. Pinky was the pink power ranger at Halloween. She has a pink saddle, and every other thing that a horse could use, and every item of clothing. Luckily she is not on Multiply, but I may have to tease her a bit. Heehehehehe!

And ya know it’s not really that pink when it’s open. 🙂 And now I am off to finish paying bills and working on the ranch books. YAY RIGHT! 😛 I’m off to figure out this web cam thing. LOL!

I did upload the new ranch site. Kinda an incentive to get the stinking site finsihed. Maybe over Thanksgiving. More later. Just had to post pictures of the new toy. UUmmmm, tool. Yay, that’s it tool. Heheheheheh!

Deb in Claremore

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We have great news… Well maybe not wonderful but at least news!

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This is a picture of Ashley taken about August 2007. August 21, 2007 she decided that she jsut had to get married and pictures of that and the resulting pregnancy are on other places on this bog.

November 12, 2008 Ashely was divorced. The picture below is from the trial ride on November 1, 2008 at Praugue Lake. Dalia never got in front and didn’t get any pictures of her smile, but Ashley is much happeir now.

The pink headed girl is one of Ashley’s friends that has moved in with us. Both girls have contracts and are learning what living up to them means.

Ashley is not required to pay child support, since she doesn’t have a stable job. She is beginning to figure out that she needs to get her GED and driver’s liscense to get a stable job. And she is beginning to head in that direction. Liz is talking about reenrolling in high school. I don’t think Ashley will do that, but you never know.

Ashley does have superivsed visitation until she is 21, has a driver’s lisence and taken a child rearing class. Rick and I get to be the supervisors, although others can be in that role. Her mother and grandmother are not allowed to visit Rain unless at a DHS approved site. Those two people needed to be kept very far away. Justin was awarded sole custody of Rain in every effort to keep that element from her.

Over the last several weeks Ashley has shown that she does not want to be a full time mother. I think it would have been better if she had realized that 14 months ago, but some folks just have to live to realize what they want in life and what they don’t. It’s just a really hard lesson to learn and watch being taught.

Hoepfully the remaining lessons until Ashely is 18 (April 11, 2009) are not as hard.

Allsyon is doing better in school. She is learning that we were serious about needing to pass all her classes. She failed Algebra and is retaking it this trimester. In OK you have to pass it before youcan graduate from high school. Maybe having the two older girls around will help Allyson understand what she needs to do. 🙂

Well, better get back to work. Hope you have a wonderful week. We feel a large relief at our house. Not everyone celebrates a divorce, but sometimes it’s a good thing.

Deb in Claremore, OK

How To Get Grant Money To Jump Start Your Business?

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PS.  Only 200 Conscientious Equestrians Will Ever Be Able To Say They Are This.

Can You See the Difference?

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To illustrate yesterdays point on bio-mechanics of horses fitting riders, here are some pictures of our last trail ride. The trailer windows are the same height, only the mounts are different. Given that MOST americans are larger and heavier than americans 100 years ago (the cowboy days) what would you ride up mountains, crossing rivers, or brush popping?
 
Think about it.
Rick Stowers

What Are They Thinking?

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Everyone seems to think shopping for a horse is like shopping for apparel, either go cheap (like Wal-Mart) where the clothes are inexpensive and made God knows where by God knows whom, or go to the mall store and pick designer (and pricey) clothes to show your ability to pay the high price.
Well reguardless of price a horse:
Needs to eat (what does a bag of feed cost at your local store?)
Needs shelter, and possibly a blanket or two.
Needs Veterinary care.
Needs dental care.
Needs hay (not cheap anywhere these days)
Needs Farrier care.
Needs a saddle that fits, and all the tack.
ETC
So when looking for a horse, most people are looking for one who can carry them, wherever they want to go and do whatever they want to do.
Heck the payment per month on a well kept horse would lease a Mercedes and you should get your money’s worth, however I have encountered just the opposite with horseowners lately. The horse that they bought is just not matched to the human or to what the human wants to do, and the two UNIVERSAL responses to “Why did you buy this one?” are either “He was cheap” or “He was pretty”.
 
In most cases it’s “he was cheap” most horses today cost about the same as the saddle on their backs, not that a bargain is a bad thing, everyone wants to get a good deal, but first make sure the horse is something that will suit your body and riding style, THEN BARGAIN.
 
How many of us have boots in the closet that we never wear because they were on sale, then we figured out how uncomfortable the sale boots were and left them in the closet. The good news is that boots in a closet do not require daily care, but a horse does.
 
Two weeks ago I was on a ride where a rider was hand carried out on a stretcher to a waiting ambulance because her “bargain” horse did not have the muscle mass to carry her and her saddle and her saddlebags up a mountain. Less than 20 minutes later the ride stopped again because the pretty black and white paint argued at the wrong time and took a tumble with it’s rider, hurting the horse and breaking the riders collarbone. Anyone who has ridden for awhile can remember some stories of this type.
 
My point here is simply DON’T BUY ON PRICE OR COLOR. Find a horse that suits your physical makeup and the type of riding you want to do, then find a temperament that works for you, and only then start looking at colors or bargaining on price.
This might just keep you alive,
Rick Stowers
 

Ride this inspiring roller coaster… at no cost!

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Do you feel like you’re riding on a roller coaster in life?

 

You know… lots of ups, and even more downs… and you can never control exactly what’s going to happen when?

 

Well, what if I could offer you a way, not to get OFF the roller coaster (and you’ll know why you don’t want to get off in a few minutes), but a way to actually ENJOY the roller coaster, just like it really was a fun carnival ride?

 

Yes, that’s right… the secret to dealing with the roller coaster of life (knowing how to ride it for all it’s worth and have FUN while you’re doing it) is the most powerful gift I could give you right now.

 

And I’m about to give it to you, here!

 

This gift is an incredibly enlightening talking e-book called “The Secrets of Manifesting”, and one of the most profound things I learned from it is how to throw your hands in the air and say, “Wheee!” even when you think life is dealing you a hard blow.

 

Trust me, you’ve got to hear it for yourself!

 

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Enjoy!

Deborah

 

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The Friesians Are Coming!

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The Friesians are coming, and I can hardly wait!  These are the big, black, slinky light draft-type horses, often seen in dressage or exhibitions, and full of fire and personality – and tomorrow at 8pm Eastern, 7pm Central, 6pm Mountain, 5 pm Pacific, we’ll get to “virtually” meet them!

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The Virtual Parade of Breeds is a free teleconference/webinar that you can join, view and listen to for free.  Attendees are able to watch and listen to the show online, and it will replay if you aren’t able to attend the live event.

We’re spotlighting Brenda and Tim Johnson of Excalibur Breeding, from Deerwood MN, talking about the Friesian horse, looking at pictures of their Friesians and Friesian crosses, and even if you have one, I guarantee you’ll learn something about the breed you didn’t know before.

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Plus, if you breed or promote Friesians, you’re qualified to get a free listing in the handout!  You may also upgrade to the One-Time registration, for less than the cost of a pizza, and never have to sign up for the rest of the Parade of Breeds series.  If you’re a breeder/promoter, you get an enhanced listing as well.

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Happy Trails!
Deb and Rick Stowers
 
Only 200 Conscientious Equestrians Will Ever Be Able To Say They Are This.

American Drum Horse

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What weighs most of a ton, is black and white all over, and feathered?  No, it’s not some kind of giant, prehistoric bird – it’s a new American horse breed – The American Drum Horse!

Inspired by the horses that DO carry the huge kettle drums in royal parades and ceremonies for England and some European countries, Americans are now breeding American Drum Horses for their own use.
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Plus, if you breed or promote American Drum Horses, you’re qualified to get a free listing in the handout!  You may also upgrade to the One-Time registration, for less than the cost of a pizza, and never have to sign up for the rest of the Parade of Breeds series.  If you’re a breeder/promoter, you get an enhanced listing as well.
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Deb and Rick Stowers
 
Only 200 Conscientious Equestrians Will Ever Be Able To Say They Are This.

Don’t waste your energy on worrying

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Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but doesn’t get you anywhere.

– Anonymous

Too many of us worry about things that we cannot change. Although worrying gives you something to focus on, there are more productive ways to spend your time. Instead of worrying about the things you cannot control, remind yourself that worrying doesn’t bring change. If it is a situation that you can control, then there is no reason to worry! Find a solution and spend your energy fulfilling it. If nothing else, just talk to someone about your concerns. Getting them out in the open tends to help put your mind at ease.
 
This is another SparkPeople’s Healthy Reflections.  I guess you should know by now why I read them everyday.  Or at least try to.  The 17 yo was worrying a lot the first week she was here.  This week she just has been making our lives mirseable.  You know it’s bad when the 15 yo wants to kick her out.  😛  Just reinforces the Let Go Let God approach.
 
We have our first all day visitation today.  I have no idea if Ashley is looking forward to it or not.  She is pulling the not be at home much when her dad and I are home thing.  She was home some yesterday, but according to her sister, so annoying noone could stand her.  We will see how this goes.  Rain is to be here from 9AM to 9PM.  Should make for an interesting day.  Justin is to come and go riding with Rick and others.  Can you say FUN?  NOT!
 
On a brighter note, we may take Rain to see my mom.  Mom has not gotten to see Rain in person.  And I have not seen my new little brother.  Don’t Panick.  This is not something you will see on the news.  🙂  My mom and stepdad adopted an Affenpinscher from a rescue place in Tulsa.  (Yeah, we had to go look that one up too!)  Dillon is very cute and tiny.  Mom is adjusting to the new dog well.  Jerrell is getting to know him bit by bit.  Jerrell is out of town some and Dillon is a bit stand offish.  Dillon came from a puppy mill in the KC area.  She got him and then went new car shopping.  So I have yet to see either her new Jeep or Dillon.  I figure this should be a good time.  And get Ashley away from the house while Justin is playing with the horses.
 
I found this site last night and have listened to one video.  I am looking forward to listening to more.  Rick listens to Zigler all the time.  I just have never heard him speak.  He is very thought provoking.  Thought you all might be interested.
 
 
We are stating to get more interest in our ranch.  Rick is hoping to be able to quit the real job soon and work only the ranch.  We will be developing a list of things for the kids to work on until then.  That should be interesting.  We went to another ranch’s open house.  It was very well attended.  We gave away a gift certificate for a lease on a horse.  It should be interesting to see what kind of responce we get out of this.  It has been hard to ramp up advertising with not knowing when Rick will be out of town.  Maybe is Ashley does settle a bit she can help with lessons.  Right now she seems to be on hyper active mode.  Not sure where that is coming from, but she is being evaluated by some professional help.  We will see.
 
I have had some kind of wierd cold/allergy thing.  Yesterday afternoon talking became interesting.  Guess that’s why I have typed so much this morning.  LOL!  Funny thing is my typeing seems to come out with a stuffy head also.  I figure I should be safe around Rain since I don’t have a fever, but you never know.
 
Well, I best get.  I have over 300 email to read.  Still need to pay bills and get caught up on those things.  In addition, to finishing the business plan, finishing the Sierra Ranch website, updating the Hooves website, making a contract for Ashley to live by while living in our house and a bizzlion other things.  The joys of small business owner, mother, and engineer.  🙂  Have a great week!
 
Deb in Claremore, OK