Re: friendly
This message is from: "Lisa Wiley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I think this list is very good. I have seen tons of fighting on other lists. I really think that when you make contact has a lot to do with how friendly people are. All the people on the list have been very friendly. I was at Equine Affaire in MA last year and the people were a little cold. I can understand they are talking to tons of people all day. Some also get to see friends that they don't usually see. As a dog show enthusiast I always do better being contacted before the show. Setting up a time to talk when I am not preoccupied with what is going on around me. People need to understand that you are at a function for a reason. Sometimes that takes precedence over spending time with new people. Lisa Wiley Turnabout Portuguese Water Dogs Connecticut State Director Ponies With Purpose FASTeam www.MyTurnabout.com www.CookiesAlaDuck.com
ole' dobbin
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 4/4/2006 9:17:30 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I got a Pettibon Wobble chair from my > chiropractor. I'm sitting on it now. My chiro has all his patients sit and > > wobble before he adjusts them. It's a great way to loosen up the back -- > very similar to getting on your horse and moving with his motion. Im pretty sure that I would get bucked off that one too. ; / Lisa
my kingdom for a shoe
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 4/4/2006 9:17:30 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > Fjords as a breed tend to have excellent hooves and seem to do quite well > without shoes, although there are certainly individual exceptions to the > rule. > Fjords as a breed have as few and as many hoof problems as any other equine, IMHO. Here in sandy, gritty S. UT. we have 90 % of our herd barefoot. That is because they spend most of their time home on soft ground, matted stalls, dirt paddocks and a sandy round pen. Our show string need shoes. The miles we put on them during the training process wears their shoes down in even 6 weeks. Hoofs do not last even a few miles with real work. My S+R Fjord, Ayla has 4 around. Kaiser, who had near foundered in all 4, 11 yeards ago when we got him, wears front shoes with pads to stay sound. My CDE pair is in 4 shoes right now, but will wear only fronts for maintaining condition. The vitamins we feed have a fair amount of Biotin, so that does help. The barefoot riders that I ride with have horses that struggle with soundness following our training days, on rocks or even on pavement. No wheels, no horse. Lisa
Re:friendly Fjord people in all sorts of packages
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This message is from: "J&H Carlson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I don't know what all of you think, but in general I find Fjord people > pretty unfriendly. I'm not saying everybody, but alot. Hope, There will be a group of us Fjord people at the Midwest Horse Fair, April 20 -23. We are in barn 5 stalls 5085-5108. Our demo times are Saturday at 12:40 and Sunday at 9:50 with our practice time Thursday at 3:20. Nancy and Rich Hotovy are the group leaders and Tyler and Dawn Schlickman, Jessica Katzman, Mike and Susie Sadlon, Patti Jo Walter and her husband Dave, Joni Griffin and her husband Ray, Lauren Hallberg, Steve and Jill Chestler, Robin Holland (my daughter) Gary Holland (my husband) and myself will all be there. Melinda Springs (the owner of Hostar, whom I will be presenting) will be coming in and helping from Idaho .I assure you this group will welcome you. We all get busy at times (right before the demo's) but it is one time we can all get together with no competition and we really have a very fun time. By Sunday we are all in a semi-coma and silliness abounds. You can't miss us, Rich is THE one in the black bowler hat - very respected in the draft world -Mike is the one in an old cowboy type hat that looks like it was run over 100 times, and he and Rich do the draft events together - Tyler also wears a cowboy hat, black, and he is the one with numbers on his socks (private joke), He also is a very good draft and driving individual. Nancy is the one who looks like she always has it together and our leader, Susie is a hairdresser, funnier than all get out and her hair is always perfect and she is always laughing - the type you just want to hug, Dawn is also a "put together well" person,very tidy and happy and our organizer deluxe, Jessica is a beautiful young lady, that although she has a boyfriend will probably have a line of young men following her around, Joni Griffin is our Martha Stewart, she makes all of our costumes, she has a great imagination and talent - her husband Raymond is drop dead handsome and has an English accent, and is always taking pictures and videos, Patti Jo is the "hyper" one, she is the one that never sits still - the energizer bunny -and her husband, Dave is quiet, calm and comforting - he works in a nuclear power plant - so we HOPE he is always calm (and also good looking), I am short, fat and paranoid, my daughter is tall and confident and my husband, a dairy farmer, is about as down to earth and friendly as they come and still wears the same size jeans he wore when we met 20 + years ago.. Melinda is an enthusiastic and very friendly lady, with a great sense of humor and outlook and loves her horse like no other owner I've ever known..., Steve and Jill Chesler are new to the breed, first time Fjord owners, he's an attorney and she used to work for the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicagothey just bought two of the horses Tyler trained and will be bringing and we will be on a shopping spree the whole time!so there is a wide variety of people, from different backgrounds and personalities sharing this event with our love of the breed and we all share a good sense of humor, good friendships and love of the breed. With all of that information you already know US..so just stop in and hunt us down. See you there Pat Holland
Re: friendly
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I don't think I have run across a single Fjord person I could call unfriendly at all. From people on this list who have been generous and sharing with their time, to total strangers who have answered my direct emails and phone calls and spent hours talking to me, to Fjord merchandisers who provide incredible service. Last year I attended a small Fjord show, knowing no one at all. A few people went out of their way to introduce themselves, and I went out of my way to introduce myself to some of the others, making sure I had something to offer, share or ask. Without exception everyone was willing to chat and talk about our favorite topic: the ponies!! When I was purchasing my Fjord I had the chance to talk to many people asking for advice and opinions. Everyone was open, honest, and willing to share. Having spent time with lots of other horse people, I've always felt the Fjord folks were the best. I feel a tremendous affinity for them. As I told one of the folks at the show last year, this is an entire group of people who tend to act like me, like the same things in a horse I do, and heck, I even think we all kind of look alike. And if you want to see list feuding, join the Parelli list . This group is a virtual love fest!! Kate and Joe (basically, the best pony ever) In a message dated 4/4/2006 11:17:28 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 17:32:24 -0500 From: "J&H Carlson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: friendly This message is from: "J&H Carlson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I don't know what all of you think, but in general I find Fjord people pretty unfriendly. I'm not saying everybody, but alot. Down the road lives a lady w. Fjords, gives lessons, trains, shows. I asked for some driving lessons, this gal does nothing but rip up the equipment I've got, my lack of knowledge, etc until I was in tears. I felt she didn't want to help out a mildly disabled driver who has a horse she trained herself and is directly related to the horses she breeds. Why I don't know. It was one of the more freakish horse people experiences I've had. Then I go and volunteer at the Hub Club, for an eventing show. Same thing, thanks for your work and drop dead. We think you really belong in a club more like Dairyland. So I went to the Fingerlakes show. No one hardly even says hello. I didn't know anyone but tried to be friendly. I donated money for a class. My husband and I go up to Winona. We leave without meeting a single new person. I'm not perfect, but this seems like an odd bunch. The feuding on the list. The lack of sharing on the list meaningfull information with new people. We finally tacked up ourselves out of a book, cross our fingers and hope it holds. We've never driven with a chest harness before. Sorry but I grew up driving mules with a working type collar. I'm willing to learn, but just didn't know about the different styles. Hope Carlson
Re: 2 NEW Fjord Designs, Embroidery, hi Karen
This message is from: "Melinda Schumacher" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello Ingrid, Where is Full Moon Farm? I'm in Ohio, near Columbus. I like the 25th anniversary design you have done. Melinda On 4/5/06, I Ivic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > This message is from: I Ivic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Hi Karen, > > Best of luck with your scarves! Are you the designer for > the A.T.F.& M. items? Good job. > > I happen to have some items listed on eBay at the moment too. While > my webpage is being worked on, I have TWO brand new designs listed > with them. The mare & foal one is perfect for Spring. The second one > celebrates the NFHR's Anniversary. The designs can be embroidered on > most apparel. I invite those looking for original embroidery art to > take a look...thanks for taking the time! > Here are the links: > > eBay- > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7232258815&rd=1&rd=1 > http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7232267159&rd=1&rd=1 > > WebPhotos- > http://fullmoonfarm.us/springfjordscloseweb.JPG > http://fullmoonfarm.us/nfhrblackshirtadweb.JPG > > Ingrid (in Ohio, where the snow has decided to return today) > Web: www.fullmoonfarm.us > Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > * > >Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2006 12:54:57 +1000 > >From: "Karen Keith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >Subject: Fjord embroidery > >This message is from: "Karen Keith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >Hi List. > >I've finally taken the plunge and am trying out Ebay. I've been busy > >creating some new wearable Fjord art, and the first one is listed. > -- Coaching with Melinda Schumacher, MD Personal Empowerment through Creative Expression and Equine Experiential Learning Fly Without Wings www.flywithoutwings.net Gestalt Practitioner www.gestaltcleveland.org EAGALA Level I Certified www.eagala.org
Re: sale of public lands
This message is from: "bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I haven't talked to anyone yet who is in favor of this proposal for selling off 300,000 acres of public lands, land that we probably all trail ride our Fjords on. It's a case of robbing Peter to pay Paul.. a proposal for selling off our children's heritage, of land, to pay a monetary debt. Not to belabor the subject, but I wanted to mention that there has been a 30 day extension for making comment..it's not too late! so please be sure and send off something, even if it's only a "no way!" =)) We could stop this cold with a concentrated effort. This is the official main address for your comment submission: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please state in the subject that you OPPOSE the privatization of public lands, and include your name, city, and zipcode. Preferable to include a copy to your state senator. You can also send a letter to: USDA FOREST SERVICE SRS Comments, Lands 4 S 1400 Independence Ave. SW Mailstop 1124 Washington DC 20250-0003 Ruthie, nw mt US
2 NEW Fjord Designs, Embroidery, hi Karen
This message is from: I Ivic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi Karen, Best of luck with your scarves! Are you the designer for the A.T.F.& M. items? Good job. I happen to have some items listed on eBay at the moment too. While my webpage is being worked on, I have TWO brand new designs listed with them. The mare & foal one is perfect for Spring. The second one celebrates the NFHR's Anniversary. The designs can be embroidered on most apparel. I invite those looking for original embroidery art to take a look...thanks for taking the time! Here are the links: eBay- http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7232258815&rd=1&rd=1 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7232267159&rd=1&rd=1 WebPhotos- http://fullmoonfarm.us/springfjordscloseweb.JPG http://fullmoonfarm.us/nfhrblackshirtadweb.JPG Ingrid (in Ohio, where the snow has decided to return today) Web: www.fullmoonfarm.us Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * >Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2006 12:54:57 +1000 >From: "Karen Keith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: Fjord embroidery >This message is from: "Karen Keith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Hi List. >I've finally taken the plunge and am trying out Ebay. I've been busy >creating some new wearable Fjord art, and the first one is listed.
shipping UT, CO > west?
This message is from: "Karen McCarthy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi List, We will have space for up to 4 horses on a trailer originating in Co. later this month, and if you need a horse (or carriage?) hauled out here (Nv. or Ca.) from Co. or Utah, let me know, we might be able to help. Cheers, Karen in dreary N Nevada Karen McCarthyGreat Basin Fjords :: Carson City, Nevadahttp://www.picturetrail.com/weegees
RE: New horse!
This message is from: "Karen McCarthy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello Linda, Is Boombah out here yet? Have you lined up a shipper? The reason why is I have a mare I am trying to get to Beth Beymer's place in Berthoud, nr. Ft Collins,for breeding. Dave is going to Colorado in a week or two, taking 2 WB mares out to Rifle, Co. for breeding for a shoeing client, and will have room on the 4 horse coming home. I was hoping to put my mare on the same trip, but Rifle is on this (W) side of the rockies :~) So, just in case you haven't firmed up arrangements let me know if you would be interested. I have been reading about Boombah in Karen's emails and she sounds like a great mare for you! Karen McCarthyGreat Basin Fjords :: Carson City, Nevadahttp://www.picturetrail.com/weegees From: "Linda Taylor" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com To: Subject: New member Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 13:14:00 -0700 This message is from: "Linda Taylor" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello folks, I'm a new member who's been "lurking" and now after much searching and a lot of help and advice from many of you, I have found a lovely Fjord mare, Boombah, 12 years old and CDE experienced and a lovely girl. Very hugable. I went to a clinic in Parker, Colorado, and was able to be in a Jeff Morse clinic with her and he recommended her without reservations for me. I am SO excited! Now I have a question. Should I have her shod before she comes here to California? Karen Keith, her owner, has a good farrier and I could have it done but do you put shoes on Fjords? I am really a rank novice, as you can see. She will be transported by All-State. I would appreciate any advice. Muchas gracias. Linda Taylor, Nevada City, CA
Re: Tornadoes
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dear Suzan, I wish I knew the answer to your question. We don't have as many tornadoes as they do out in the grain belt but we get them often enough to scare the heck out of me. I put my horses in the barn but I'm a long way from saying that that's the best idea...it's just what I do to protect them from other things (blizzards, freezing rain, thunderstorms, etc.) so it's what I do for twisters too. I know that for direct hits it won't really matter what I do...the storm will always win. You just do the best you can and hope it's not your turn. Take care and good luck to all of us. Kay Van Natta Yellow Pony Farm SE MI
Re: Tornadoes
This message is from: Carol Makosky <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I've only experienced one and that came with no warning, but did not touch down. So my horse was outside and I did not see what she did when it was over us. I would leave her out and not want her trapped inside a barn if anything happened to the barn. I would rather give her the chance to run or whatever. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I was wondering what everyone's plans are when a tornado is approaching. Do you put the horses in the barn, do you let them out? We don't seem to get them here next to the lake very much, but I would like to be ready. Suzan Every exit is an entry somewhere. — Tom Stoppard -- Built Fjord Tough Carol M. On Golden Pond N. Wisconsin
RE: Sale of Public Land Bad Idea
This message is from: "Cynthia Madden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> The sale of public land is all over and not specific to one part of the country. I live 1 block from threatened land. A major effort on the part of the community succeeded in successfully encouraging the county and city councils from not supporting the these measure since land is beginning to get tight around here and the developers are chomping at the bit. So write your Washington representatives and your state representatives and watch out what your local governments and developers are up to. -- Cynthia Madden Las Cruces, NM personal: [EMAIL PROTECTED] NFHR: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http:/www.geocities.com/cmadden88011 An unconscious people, an indoctrinated people, a people fed only on partisan information and opinion that confirm their own bias, a people made morbidly obese in mind and spirit by the junk food of propaganda, is less inclined to put up a fight, to ask questions and be skeptical. That kind of orthodoxy can kill a democracy or worse. - Bill Moyers, National Conference on Media Reform St. Louis, Missouri May 15, 2005
Re: New member...Hi!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Linda, My trusty gelding and I do CDEs and I've found it to be a good idea to shoe for them because all kinds of terrain plus heaven knows what kind of weather can sure make the footing slippery (at the very least)! I wouldn't shoe for shipping and Braveheart (my beloved pony) is barefoot right up until his first CDE every year and barefoot again 20 minutes after the last one is over. Congratulations! Who couldn't love someone named "Boombah?!" Welcome to the friendly and growing group of people who love fuzzy little yellow horses! Kay Van Natta and Braveheart, who is holding out for something in a black wing-tip and Clementine, who is perfectly happy in her fluffy pink bedroom slippers
Re: friendly!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wow! My experience too has been quite the opposite. From the minute I got my first Fjord (the warm and cuddly Braveheart) I've met nothing but really nice people who were extremely generous with their time, advice and even their equipment! I've spent 30 years at and around dog shows and the AQHA so, as far as I'm concerned, the worst day any Fjord person ever has doesn't even register on my grouch-meter. Hang in there...you're going to find lots of great folks! Kay Van Natta Yellow Pony Farm SE MI
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2006 #71
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am very glad I am not the only one up in arms about this! ! ! ! Shari In a message dated 4/4/2006 8:17:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: all of you who are not in Idaho - Montana and Wyoming - you should be aware that the public land that Serrie is talking about is yours too. It is a short sighted way to raise money for the governement. This is land that can never ever be replaced and although you may not be in Idaho now it is part of your heritage as an American. Sales of Timber, Grazing and mineral rights, wildlife habitat and watershed protection on public land do benefit even those of you who do not live next to it - these are renewable resources and revenue supports some government operationsgo. You can use the land for recreation if you are ever here. When it leaves public protection, it will be developd and any future benefit to you or your children will be gone.
Unfriendly fjord people
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Hope, Not all are unfriendly. I own only 1 fjord. Sorry you met such a person. I would never have a person with a temperament like that,, teach me or my horses anything. Nothing good would come of it. What you are seeing in general,,,sadly happens with most breeds. The Icelandic's are just the same. There are "some" breeders and so called trainers that really should not be doing either. If you look around and ask enough folks,, sooner or later you will find the trainers with the kind heart that really know what they are doing. They will not cause you to cry or tear you down. They will just quietly show you what needs to be done, while making you feel on top of the world!. ;O) Keep heart,,, Shari In a message dated 4/4/2006 8:17:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: don't know what all of you think, but in general I find Fjord people pretty unfriendly. I'm not saying everybody, but alot. Down the road lives a lady w. Fjords, gives lessons, trains, shows. I asked for some driving lessons, this gal does nothing but rip up the equipment I've got, my lack of knowledge, etc until I was in tears. I felt she didn't want to help out a mildly disabled driver who has a horse she trained herself and is directly related to the horses she breeds. Why I don't know. It was one of the more freakish horse people experiences I've had. Then I go and volunteer at the Hub Club, for an eventing show. Same thing, thanks for your work and drop dead. We think you really belong in a club more like Dairyland. So I went to the Fingerlakes show. No one hardly even says hello. I didn't know anyone but tried to be friendly. I donated money for a class. My husband and I go up to Winona. We leave without meeting a single new person. I'm not perfect, but this seems like an odd bunch. The feuding on the list. The lack of sharing on the list meaningfull information with new people. We finally tacked up ourselves out of a book, cross our fingers and hope it holds. We've never driven with a chest harness before. Sorry but I grew up driving mules with a working type collar. I'm willing to learn, but just didn't know about the different styles.
Re: New member and Boombah
This message is from: Linda Lottie User <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi..registration papers lost? Who cares? If the horse is good that is all that really matters (unless breeding, of course). Our 25+ year old app mare has no papers and I could care less. She is a 'fjord' in spots:) I will fill an ocean with tears the day she crosses the bridge! Linda Baker Lottie in WI On 4/4/06 9:46 AM, "Starfire Farm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This message is from: Starfire Farm <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Hello List, > >> I see Linda has spread the word. Boombah is going to become a >> California girl! > > Congratulations Linda and Karen! > >> Instead, I've enjoyed her for what she is -- a kind, patient and >> gentle mare with a steady head on her shoulders. Her only foible is >> her dislike of adulation -- she just is not comfortable when an >> audience is clapping and cheering her. > > And the Darth Vader theme music booming from a loud speaker directly > over her head;-) > >> I don't know what the root of the problem is, but have thought >> perhaps it has to do with being run through an auction ring. Although >> the outcome was good (she came home with me), she looked quite >> miserable during the whole auction experience. (Remember, Beth?) > > OMG...what that mare suffered that day. Absolutely ROUGH rein handling > while she was being driven around the auction grounds. Tied to the side > of the barn for HOURS while harnessed and hitched. Tried to say > something to the sellers...but they were, well'nuff said. > Thank goodness Karen bought her. > >> I'm very pleased to have found such a loving new owner for Boombah and >> just hope I can find the right person for my gelding as well. The >> donkey is going to live with a friend of mine. > > She's a great mare, Linda. Another wonderful representative of the > breedeven if her registration papers were lost. Enjoy her. > > And Karen, we'll be looking forward to hearing of your exploits across > the pond! > > Beth
Re: Tornadoes
This message is from: "jgayle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Author 'The Colonel's Daughter" Occupied Germany 1946 to 1949 Send: $20 to Three Horse's Press 7403 Blaine Rd Aberdeen, WA 98520
Re: Tornadoes
This message is from: "jgayle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Marty, I can not imagine what it must be like to have tornadoes. My first one would send me packing Glad you are all all right. Gunnar is fine after his impaction and we could not find any reason other than seeing him eating sawdust chips. He has never been "off" in the six years here. Then yesterday he was excited and ran over little Annie dog and she is now at the Vets with a crack in her skull and a very bad right eye. What else can happen here? But better than tornados. Jean Gayle Author 'The Colonel's Daughter" Occupied Germany 1946 to 1949 Send: $20 to Three Horse's Press 7403 Blaine Rd Aberdeen, WA 98520
Re: friendly
This message is from: "jgayle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I can't imagine thinking any group of people are unfriendly!!! I know when attending shows people may seem unfriendly but they are focused on what they are doing. My boy Gunnar was from a lady, change that to a woman, who had a school for handicapped children. She must have been a good woman but she abused Gunnar and even though he is still a sour puss here I never give up trying and hoping he will melt a bit. So do not give up on trying to find a relaxed group of fjord owners who will be nice to you. Jean Author 'The Colonel's Daughter" Occupied Germany 1946 to 1949 Send: $20 to Three Horse's Press 7403 Blaine Rd Aberdeen, WA 98520
Re: New member and Boombah
This message is from: Starfire Farm <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello List, I see Linda has spread the word. Boombah is going to become a California girl! Congratulations Linda and Karen! Instead, I've enjoyed her for what she is -- a kind, patient and gentle mare with a steady head on her shoulders. Her only foible is her dislike of adulation -- she just is not comfortable when an audience is clapping and cheering her. And the Darth Vader theme music booming from a loud speaker directly over her head;-) I don't know what the root of the problem is, but have thought perhaps it has to do with being run through an auction ring. Although the outcome was good (she came home with me), she looked quite miserable during the whole auction experience. (Remember, Beth?) OMG...what that mare suffered that day. Absolutely ROUGH rein handling while she was being driven around the auction grounds. Tied to the side of the barn for HOURS while harnessed and hitched. Tried to say something to the sellers...but they were, well'nuff said. Thank goodness Karen bought her. I'm very pleased to have found such a loving new owner for Boombah and just hope I can find the right person for my gelding as well. The donkey is going to live with a friend of mine. She's a great mare, Linda. Another wonderful representative of the breedeven if her registration papers were lost. Enjoy her. And Karen, we'll be looking forward to hearing of your exploits across the pond! Beth
tornadoes
This message is from: karen kathka <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Suzan, Thats a question that haunts me every Spring. On March 12 when tornadoes ripped through Mo. I did not sleep all night, as sirens went off and 4 tornadoes hit all around us. Luckily we just got wind and hail. Some of you may remember when I posted about the tornado just south of town in 2003,destroying a hunter-jumper barn, they lost three horses, most all were in the barn, it was thought those farred better that were out. On March 12 an F3 tornado followed almost an identical path toward Springfield hitting the Clever area again and after just completing a new barn from the last one they were unbelievably hit again! The whole barn took a direct hit and was destroyed. One horse lost he was out, another survived after being rescued from the collapsed barn walls. This time most were out only three were in. Many more hurt this time lacerations, bruises, eye injuries,etc. but my vet said they were all expected to pull through. This tornado took out an entire subdivision so there was probably more stuff flying around in the air. I asked my vet what she thought, based on what she saw she said inside would keep them safe from flying debri, but that is only if you don't take a direct hit and the barn survives. The thing with tornadoes you just never know. And I have seen pictures taken in this area recently where the strongest looking structures have been ripped off foundations. I wish I knew what was best, after witnessing this twice now I can only hug my Fjords and be very thankful we have never been hit. On thier website stokelyfarms.com you can see pictures of some of the horses and the destruction from both tornadoes, they also have a link to thehorse.com that did an article about them. Karen Kathka Springfield, Mo Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
