Re: Family & horses...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fortunately, my daughters 16 and 20) have been more or less thrilled with having horses around the last 5 years. they are not as obsessive as I am, but really love the fjords and are willing to help with care and exercising. My husband does not really care for horses, but he cares for me, so he puts up with it. My preference would be to spend literally every waking moment down at the barn when I am not working. I "compromise" by doing things with the family that don't involve the horses sometimes. The occasional movie, or day trip to something nearby. After several years where our only vacation time was spent doing pony things, I encouraged my husband to pick a trip that was something HE really wanted to do. It has felt like a big sacrifice for me to give up 5 days of vacation when I could be spending it at the barn, but it has done a world of good for our relationship. And the ponies seem to be weathering it okay. And actually, spending time in Las Vegas without any responsibilities at all, even ones that I love, is turning out to be pretty nice for me too! Kate with Joe and Della (who completely understand why I would rather spend time with them than anyone else) *** In a message dated 7/3/2008 11:31:44 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to deal with it? **Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut000507) The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Family & horses...
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Camping! It's great fun! -- Original message -- From: "Willows Edge Farm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This message is from: "Willows Edge Farm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Having 3 kids ages 4-15, and only the 15 year old was raised around horses, > I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for uniting the family and > horses more. The reason I even bring this up, is because with everything > we've been doing (mostly horse related), my family was absolutely furious > with me that I would give up 4th of July with the family and instead go to > the Horse Expo. This wasn't a spur of the moment deal, it had been planned > now for a few months and we were to go (along with Bonnie Morris) to > showcase our lovely Fjords. Well... I finally caved - mostly because of > family not to go. Some of you know how much I love the breed and how I try > to do my part to help promote the breed to others who just don't know, but > now I am disappointed. > Anyone out there with kids (or family) dealing with this or found a way to > deal with it? > BY THE WAY - If anyone is interested - there are a bunch of stalls already > paid for, for the Celebrate the Horse this weekend. > Thanks for listening, > > Corinne Logan > Willows Edge Farm > Bothell, WA > (425) 402-6781 > www.willowsedgefarm.com > > The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: > http://tinyurl.com/rcepw The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: Family Fjord is money well spent
This message is from: "Jean Gayle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> If I were looking for a "kid proof" horse I would go to the 4H shows and other kid related horse shows. There you will see some pretty kid proof horses. Perhaps someone wants to upgrade. Jean Jean Walters Gayle [Authoress of "The Colonel's Daughter" Occupied Germany 1946 To 1949 ] http://users.techline.com/jgayle Send $20 Three Horses Press PO Box 104 Montesano, WA 98563
Re: Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Some beautiful horses, Astrid! Thank you for sharing them with us. Joni in Wisconsin (USA)
Re: Family
This message is from: "katy/liz/bill/cha/afa/eda" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Astrid- You do know English well! Marius is very cute! Katy and Jon
Re: Family
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 11/6/00 12:42:36 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Im new here, and I can wright English very well... Im Astrid and Im from Holland, I own a Fjord Horse too, Marius. >> Welcome Astrid! I enjoyed Marius' photos. I don't know your language, but I was able to sort of feel my way around the web site. Marius is adorable, and seems to enjoy sticking his tongue out! Brigid in CA web page AALMOST ready, but darn it, I keep taking more cute pictures!
