Um, I know right? I was thinking o-kaaaay ... that is an experiment I will not be trying ...

That's awesome you're keeping her! Nice to have two horses for trail riding, too. You know, when they are both broke. It seems like they are really good together. Gemma actually went to her first (small, local) schooling show yesterday, but just to hang out -- with the trainer -- and hack around in the ring. I was busy but I wanted her to get the experience.

Sounds like you are more experienced than some attorneys I know ... lol.

Hmm, yes, actually a list would be helpful ... or at least would stop me from worrying about some of these comments! Although I will probably stick to "look how cute my dogs are" in future threads. Except that I remember you posted a cute thread once recently and still got slammed for it ... craziness.

I do think everyone feels that way. I also think that occasionally feeling that way about training your horses means that you thinking, questioning, and re-evaluating your own methods -- which shows an open mind and a willingness to adjust techniques to do what is best for the horse. So, I wouldn't worry too much if I were you.

I'm not sure I've read anywhere -- is your plan to keep Pandora or to re-home her at some point?

Man, I don't think it's settling at all, I think it's trying to find a career that is the best match for your lifestyle preferences. What is best is different for everyone ... and I do think you'll enjoy it. Your area choices are intriguing, but I agree they are both interesting areas (although I don't know a ton about bankruptcy -- wish I knew more). I like what I am doing right now -- complex commercial litigation, basically -- but I don't know if I'll do it forever. It can be pretty intense.

haha, thanks, I have no idea why she is so shiny. I think it's kinda natural for her, I look at it as nature's gift to me, since I happened to fall in love with a plain, plain chestnut ... so sad about that. I'm happy with how she's going, but I can't take a lot of credit for it ... she's a good girl.

Oh gosh, you are too sweet. I swear, sometimes when people react very strongly -- it makes me think, am I the crazy one here? Maybe I am! lol. So it's good to know when someone else is consistently rude or consistently a bit off ... then I stop worrying about being crazy.

Anyway, that is exactly how I feel about you -- even when we don't agree, I feel like you are very reasonable and I can always see where you are coming from -- and it makes sense to me. I think that is the point of boards like this, the exchange of different perspectives in a mature, reasonable way. And I am so impressed by the work you have done/are doing with Gertie and Panda. It isn't easy to start a horse later in life like that!

Also, I think it's awesome you are doing the paralegal degree! I bet you will be really happy with that decision. Honestly, sometimes I wish I'd done that -- it's interesting work and good $$, but without the PITA admin stuff/responsibility of lawyering. And I have so much debt from law school! lol. Feel free to PM me if you ever want to chat or talk about legal career options.

And, here is a recent video of Gemma: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwWwPALeeqE

I didn't start a thread because I had posted two similar videos (very similar) but I just want to share it with a few people whose opinions I respect .

Thanks again for your support.

Thank you. I am kinda taken aback by this thread -- I was actually just venting because I would never risk hurting someone else's dog (the owner, now, is another story! ), unless, as you said, I saw it as a life threatening situation. It's upsetting because I feel like I am a very responsible dog owner and it hurts to have otherwise implied. But, we are all entitled to our own opinions and I would *love* to meet some of the other poster's absolutely 100% perfect at all times dogs. Anyway -- your comment made me feel better. Particularly since I just got dinged for "swearing" when what I said was "freak.ing" -- on what planet is that swearing??

Oh i know what its like to be busy to! Im still trying to make sure i have time for Kinters though. But it is hard when im so tierd.

what size rug would she need? Yay about the promotion! Thats awesome!

And yes im going to keep riding through the winter. YAY for new barn having a bigger indoor that i can actualy do w/t/c in! And a jump. Wahoo. Lol.

Heyyy hows it going ? Hows the girls doing ? Been riding much latly?

Dont know if you seen my last kinta update but so far things are going decently for us.
http://www.horsegroomingsupplies.com...es-292183.html

Shes behaving for the most part. Canter tansitions are coming along way better now! I think i found something that is finaly working. Now i just need to work on me haha.

sooo Funny, you got to see it
http://www.horsegroomingsupplies.com...ed-291940.html

Oh what a great help you are. Lol

I have a thread in grooming with pictures of her done with both. I just cant make up my mind lol