OMG an ottb FILLY-do I dare?update pg 4 SHE's MINE!!!

[LMH]

Just in for my consideration-what about this little lady? 3 coming 4yo, almost 16.3h and raced 3 times....

Do we let a hussy in the frat house?

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[This message was edited by LMH on Dec. 31, 2003 at 05:48 PM.]

[LMH]

Just in for my consideration-what about this little lady? 3 coming 4yo, almost 16.3h and raced 3 times....

Do we let a hussy in the frat house?

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[This message was edited by LMH on Dec. 31, 2003 at 05:48 PM.]

[LMH]

another

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[LMH]

another one

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[LMH]

last one

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

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[DancingPretense]

Oh I LIKE her. Pictures are hard to tell because they are small/further away. But she seems to have a great build and a body! Not a skinny girl. Does she vet?

http://community.webshots.com/user/ridenyc

[Just My Style]

Super cute. I had two OTTB mares and they were challenging. However, there is nothing like them. Mares are really fun.

GA Clique/Drafties Clique
Live Large- Ride a Drafty!

[Kels]

Oh, oh! She looks like Grace! Go check her out! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

-Kelsey-
It is so easy, in the presence of horses, to appear foolish or incompetent.

[hitchinmygetalong]

Wow, she is built like a TANK. She looks to be in beautiful condition. Have you seen her in the flesh yet?

"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship."
-Louisa May Alcott

[desilu]

There is nothing better than a good mare. Don't let her female persuasion predjudice you against an otherwise great match. She looks really nice from what we can tell from the pictures. Don't rule her out.

[Everythingbutwings]

She sure looks solid! What a nice butt. What's her breeding?

Friendship is Love without his wings
-Lord Byron

[LMH]

She is by Marlin out of Magic Realm---

question: I know the pictures are small...someone expressed a concern that she looks big through her ankles-does anyone see this?

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Robby Johnson]

I love her. What is your goal for her? Heavy competition? Definitely vet her ankles as 16.3 is big and she's a big girl and if she raced she may have some minor things going on there.

Robby

So I'm a sistah, buy things with cash
It doesn't mean that all my credit's bad

http://community.webshots.com/user/rbjohnsonii

[east meadow]

She is lovely! If her disposition is as nice as her picture, she'd be a real find!

[LMH]

Robby my goal is a hunter prospect---I don't think I would consider the goal "heavy competition" but would want something that could hold up to the demands asked of her.

Is there a way I can make the pictures come out bigger? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Madison]

I like her a lot, and you know I think mares can be great. Plus, if she is well bred/built, you could always breed her if she didn't work out for you. She looks to be in good shape - how long has she been off the track? I can't see the ankles well enough to have an opinion on that . . .

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[LMH]

trying for a bigger picture

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Pol]

GOOD GAWD, WHAT ARE YOU WAAAAITING FOR?????

[LMH]

OK her bigger butt http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[LMH]

her bigger butt

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[LMH]

another bigger picture

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[LMH]

last bigger picture

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[PeriwinkleBlue]

Sweet merciful Lord, LMH, if you don't take her, I WILL!!!!!! In fact, get out of my way before I trample you! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif
Dang, she is absolutely gorgeous!! Built like a tank!

What are you waiting for?? *drooling*

(Shh, don't tell Aria... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif )

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"See, morbid and creepifying, I got no problem with, long as she does it quiet-like." - Captain Mal

[Perfect Pony]

I know people think I am weird for this, but I was actually LOOKING for a mare. I love mares, and it took finding my boy to even consider a gelding, so I don't think one should ever rule out a horse because of sex, unless of course you are looking for a broodmare.

I think she's great, if I didn't just buy a horse I would steal her from you too.

[Kels]

Unfortunately because many people don't want to deal with that one week a month "chance of thunderstorms" if you know what I mean, many people are biased against mares- including myself until I got my girl!

If you can find a sweet mare, there's nothing like them...Unfortunately they're much harder to find than a sweet gelding.

LMH get your butt out there to look, I'm telling you she looks just like Grace and that's a good thing http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif I would look at her if I needed two and you decided not to! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

-Kelsey-
It is so easy, in the presence of horses, to appear foolish or incompetent.

[Madison]

Wow, looking at the bigger pictures I think I like her better than anything you've posted, even back to the Bullet/Stevie days, though I'm no conformation expert so I wouldn't necessarily see flaws. I just really like her look and build, and think she has a gorgeous, sweet face too.

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[Bugs-n-Frodo]

PLEASE!!!!!!! Go look at her! She is a tank of a girl and I LOVE mares. If you find a nice, sweet mare, you have it MADE! Please please please consider her. The ankles are kind of hard to see because of shadows and angles. Have her vetted, bring her home and then update us with pics of you and her competing, then, later, her first baby. (Look out though, breeding is addictive) Even if you do not want to eventually breed her...PLEASE give the filly a look-see. I love her.

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[wanderlust]

LMH, she is fantastic! A really nice, balanced overall picture. I don't see any issue with her ankles, they look perfectly normal to me.

I have a filly and a gelding. When I bought the filly last year, I had been looking for a gelding, didn't want a mare. Go figure... got my mare, and while she can be challenging, she has been great fun and incredibly rewarding. When I bought my gelding this month, I was really wishing I could find another mare. He's more predictable and very sweet, but doesn't have nearly as much personality as my girl.

Plus, at just coming 4, she's going to grow a bit more still... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Go look at her!!!

~formerly Master Tally~

[LMH]

ok kids-here we are. She is going to be vetted TODAY or TOMORROW!!!!!

Please keep your fingers crossed!!!!!!

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by LMH:
ok kids-here we are. She is going to be vetted TODAY or TOMORROW!!!!!

Please keep your fingers crossed!!!!!!

_When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress _

_ Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!_<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

&lt;====== Dancing around and yelling "yippie yay yippie yay!!!!"


Oh, please keep us posted!!!

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[wanderlust]

woo-hoo! can't wait to hear the results!

~formerly Master Tally~

[LMH]

some highlights in her pedigree:

Sovereign Dancer
Alydar
Princequillo,
Nijinsky,
Secretariat
and Damascus

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Nikki^]

What wonderful bloodlines!!! Keeping fingers crossed for the vetting! She's so pretty. What are you going to do with her?

Kioko (http://www.geocities.com/area51/crater/5267/HeartofGold.html)

Look up your TB's bloodlines (http://www.dmtc.com/dmtc98/Pedigree/)

[hitchinmygetalong]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by LMH:
ok kids-here we are. She is going to be vetted TODAY or TOMORROW!!!!!

Please keep your fingers crossed!!!!!!
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Crossing fingers and toes and eyes!

We will be sitting on pins and needles waiting for results!

Oh, and when you are ready to breed her, think of crossing her with a MORGAN! Yee haw!

"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship."
-Louisa May Alcott

[Adelita]

LMH!!!!!!!

she is absolutely gorgeously beautiful!!!! Good luck on the vetting and let us know ASAP!

(I am a "mare person". I prefer them over geldings any day!)

&gt;^.,.^&lt;


www.imom.org (http://www.imom.org)
Helping those who cannot afford veterinary care for their pets...

[desilu]

I've got everything crossed for you. There is just something special about her in these pictures. I adore her. Good Luck!

[LMH]

thanks everyone http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Nikki-hopefully she will be a hunter, second choice jumper-although her race history makes the speed unlikely! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

Of course my original search was for a resale project BUT now I find myself having dreams of little TB/WB crosses running through my fields!!!

I will post as SOON as I know anything.

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by LMH:


Of course my original search was for a resale project BUT now I find myself having dreams of little TB/WB crosses running through my fields!!!<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

&lt;grinning&gt; LMH, that is too funny! I love the babies and it is so rewarding to me.

Here is my OTT beauty, Bugs, and her Anglo Trakehner baby, Frodo:

This is what you have to look forward to! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif (http://pic1.picturetrail.com/VOL114/953933/2337114/33778640.jpg)
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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[Kels]

LMH that happened to me too! I wanted Grace just to be a project- and POSSIBLY something I could fall in love with (but my biases were telling me NO! You cannot fall in love with a mare! It's not possible!)

And now I am researching stallions thinking that someday I could maybe breed her! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif Who knows what time will bring!

And BTW, bratty as she is http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I have fallen into LIKE with her...Love will come when she learns to canter w/o bucking!

-Kelsey-
It is so easy, in the presence of horses, to appear foolish or incompetent.

[LMH]

OK that post got deleted:

In my "spare time" I pulled the little darling's race history:

9/12/03 Arlington Park she went out at 30.80 odds, finished 9 of 9 "Magic Marlin trailed throughout."( ithink over 30 lengths!)

10/5/03 Hawthorne she went out at 22.60, last again "Magic Marlin was through early and finished far back."

pretty sad http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[RodeoHunter]

WAH! She's beautiful!!! I think Pol said it best. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Keep us posted!

**Member of the Ocularly Challenged Equine Support Group**

[LMH]

Oh--one question-y'all aren't just messing with me are ya??

I mean, like, you do like her ok at least? http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

LOVE her, she is wonderful! Seriously!

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[Just My Style]

She is really nice. She looks just like a hunter that I used to ride. His name was Bold Headlines and he finished at the top of AHSA rankings. You may really have something. I hope she vets for you. She probably won't have too much with the "run and smell the roses attitude". Good luck.

GA Clique/Drafties Clique
Live Large- Ride a Drafty!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

LMH, please, don't make me look at her picsa again, I have been looking at them all morning and if I look at them one more time, I might take her! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif J/K

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[DancingPretense]

I am really happy you are vetting her. I Loff her and she looks like a great mare. I was looking for a mare but my little monster of a gelding stole my heart before I found a mare. Good Luck!

http://community.webshots.com/user/ridenyc

[Simkie]

LMH, I think she is LOVELY. I don't see anything wrong with her ankles, and you know how I am about ankles. I do wish her neck was set on 2" higher, but I can live with where it is http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Especially since she'll change shape when she gets a topline.

Do let us know how she vets!

[Saddith]

First off, she has great balance. Overall she presents a very proportionate picture.

Her eyes do it for me - kind yet that look of eagles... she will be a handful at times I am guessing. But seems to have a good heart underneath.

I really like her gaskin area. First place I look for power. She seems a bit weak through the loins and croup, but her short back will help with that. I like how her neck ties into her wither, although it ties in a little low to her chest... but not bad. It has decent length and her head is a classic TB beautiful head. Her shoulder is a tad straight, and I can't tell much about toeing out, although the left front may alittle... and the back ones look OK. I definitely would look at those ankles... the do look a little puffy to me but that could just be the photos.

Overall, I would buy her if she vetted. She looks kind and athletic. Have you met her in person? To see what her personality and movement is like truly? Sometimes the big ones can be clunky...

[LMH]

Saddith-thanks for the observations http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I have spoken with the vet twice and the trainer over the ankles and both swear it must be the pics-the vet said she is in good proportions and know swellings or signs of "jewelry"

As he is the vet that I turned one down on for a bad tendon, he knows I am a leg FREAK--I can't imagine he would suggest her to only have to say she is not going to work...I have to go on trust here I think. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Saddith]

Well, if you get a good vibe from both people - go for it!! Where is she located, when is she coming home and when can we expect pics??

Is it time to get a little more excited? The vet has looked at her already then? Did they do any xrays?

[LMH]

I think we can get a weeeeee bit excited. She actually is living with this vet and his broodmares...has been since two months.

He has been her vet since last year so he has her complete history. He HATES prepuchase exams and HATES when he knows the seller and is rep-ing the buyer...well I was laughing because he called ME about her-I told him "Dr you are the ONLY vet I know there as you did my last vetting-so you are in the middle and you did it to yourself http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

Anyway, I asked if he had ever flexed her-he said not recently so he will go do. I of course told him I should not expect a farm call since he just has to walk outside to vet her! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

Of course xrays "could" show something. I have received so many mixed opinions on xrays--especially at her age and pitiful racing attempts.... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif I just don't know but must decide by this afternoon.

Oh she is located in IL---anyone wanna bring her to me?

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

Are you saying that you have to decide if you want to buy her by this afternoon?

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[good booie]

OH BOY!!!!! Sound's like you are going to finally be bringing home a new horse!! Good for you. Bringing Avery to J's next week. I would love to come see her. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Love my Quarter Horse!

Proud member of Team Barefoot!
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http://community.webshots.com/user/huntjumpga

[LMH]

Bugs-if she vets she is mine-I only have to decide about xrays

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[MissD]

I am not the person to consult on conformation issues, but I sure will say that she is GORGEOUS! She looks like she would be somewhat stubborn and sure her way is the way, but she will try her heart out for you. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif I say get her, if everything turns out right.

[ladydoctor]

This is so exciting! She is BEAUTIFUL. I have 2 mares and they each go out with geldings and do fine. Mares can even teach geldings some manners http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_razz.gif.

[sprite]

Wow, she is fanTAStic! Fingers crossed for your vetting! You know, her ankles maybe looked a little big, but my OTTB mare (who is fairly petit) has ankles that seem a little big too. She vetted fine and they've never been a problem in the 6 years I've had her http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Where in IL is she located?

****Da doo doo doo
Da dah dah dah
Thats all I want to say to you.****

[onthebit]

Love the look of her, the way she is put together, well balanced and has a kind eye. I also try to only buy mares so I personally think you made an incredible find here! Hope the vetting goes well. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[FLF]

On a funny note - maybe she was so slow that she didn't hurt anything! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

I love this country!!
www.foxlairponies.com (http://www.foxlairponies.com)

[LMH]

FLF-that's what we are hoping for...both the vet and trainer said she was ALWAYS slow from her first training! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

I probably should go ahead and scratch jumper prospect off her list!!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[LaurieB]

Leah, she looks lovely. Good luck with the vetting! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[SillyFilly]

Ooh, lovely!!!! I hope she vets for you! Good luck!

Amy
MOOP Clique! OPH Clique! GUBR Clique!
Disgruntled College Student Clique!

[evenstar]

Hi LMH
Obviously, she was slow because the ring was shaped funny and she couldn't tell where the fences were!
Seriously, she's nice! I love mares myself - show me two identical talented horses, one a mare and one a gelding, and I'll look at the gelding and say, yeah, he's ok I guess, and I'll see the mare and try to figure out how to spirit her into the trailer so I can make off with her!
A good mare is the best possible world (IMHO).
With the small pictures, I was a little concerned that maybe her neck was set on a bit low, but I don't think so at all now that I've looked at the larger pictures.
You guys with all your OTTBs are really getting me thinking more and more of going the TB route when I do decide to get another horse (I should emphasize an additional horse!), even if I do compete in dressage, and have really enjoyed my SWB (ahem, who is actually half TB).
Fingers crossed on the vetting!!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[milynda milam]

She is beautiful LMH!
I have my fingers crossed that all will go well with the vetting. Your internet chronicle of your horse shopping saga has been an adventure for all of us!

[This message was edited by Erin on Jan. 01, 2004 at 11:19 AM.]

[hideyourheart03]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Pol:
GOOD GAWD, WHAT ARE YOU WAAAAITING FOR?????<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

HAHA!!!! I agree completely! She is exactly what I would be looking for in a horse! And to boot, she doesnt even look like a TB. Looks more like an Appendix IMO!

~~~~~~~Samantha~~~~~~~

Hide Your Heart aka ELI

Junior Clique
Baby Greenie Support Group
MOOP Clique
Non-GPA Clique

[LMH]

milynda-she looks like she has been getting the same feed as Magic Marlin!!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

Man--I should have considered mares AGES ago!!!

What a lovely girl and unraced, no less.

OK-a just looked up her pedigree and we have some Sir Ivor sneaking in here!!!

inmotion!!!inmotion!!! lookee lookee!



When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[afrikando]

OMG, i am salivating over her picture.. fingers crossed for you both!

[LMH]

SHE'S MINE! ALL MINE!!!

I just spoke with the vet and she passed with FLYING COLORS

MINEMINEMINEMINEMINE!!!!!!

*lmh does the wildest happy dance in the WORLD!!!!!

(in a small voice) anyone want to bring her from IL to GA???

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Simkie]

WOOT!!

Yay! Congrats, LMH.

So, what's her name? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[good booie]

Congat's!!!! What a way to bring in the New Year. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Love my Quarter Horse!

Proud member of Team Barefoot!
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http://community.webshots.com/user/huntjumpga

[LMH]

mine mine mine mine mine mine mine http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[milynda milam]

YAY!

So your journey had an unexpected destination. I think it was fun for all, even those of us who did it vicariously.

Welcome to the mare club! You'll love it. Mares are great...I saw your post on the Sporthorse BB...already thinking of breeding her someday? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif See--mares can multitask!

So, what will her barn name be? My suggestion: Marlee

She looks just beautiful...any idea when you will actually get her?

[afrikando]

WOO HOO!!!!! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
congratulations LMH!
now that's the way to ring in the new year...!

[marta]

lmh~
congrats! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif she's beautiful! (and not just b/c i have a soft spot for bay mares... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif)

"It appears we are being transformed from an information
society to an informant society." Rep. Dennis Kucinich

[daytimedrama]

Yeah!! Congrats!!! She very beautiful!

milynda milam: wow that mare is really nice!!!

~Christina~
"Our love is God, let's go get a Slushie" -Heathers

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

WOOOOOHOOOOOO! YIPPY! I am sooooooo happy for you! She is wonderful. I have a soft spot for mares as well, but that is not why I liked her. I can not tell you how thrilled I am for you!!!! I wish I could help you with transportation.

So, are you already thinking of breeding her in the future? Look into the TB mare piolot program with the ATA. (http://americantrakehner.com/)

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[onthebit]

Congratulations Leah - what a great way to start off the new year!!

Milynda, the mare you posted looks quite nice also!

[Perfect Pony]

Congratulations!!

Am I the only one just a little bummed we wont have any more threads to look at prospective horses? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

She is absolutely gorgeous, what a fantastic New Years present. All the best, can't wait to see some under saddle pics.

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Kali:
Congratulations!!

Am I the only one just a little bummed we wont have any more threads to look at prospective horses? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

She is absolutely gorgeous, what a fantastic New Years present. All the best, can't wait to see some under saddle pics.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I am so bummed that we won't be looking at LMH's prospective CANTER cuties...SOOOOOOO, who's next????

However, I am soooooo thrilled for her...&lt;dancing around the room&gt; Leah got a mare, Leah got a mare!!!!!

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[desilu]

contratulations. Mares are great. Now, you have to promise to keep us updated with photos and her progress. Enjoy her. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[SillyFilly]

Yippee!

Congrats!!!!

Amy
MOOP Clique! OPH Clique! GUBR Clique!
Disgruntled College Student Clique!

[inmotion]

Woo Hoo!!!!! I am so happy for ya Leah! I can give you some shipper web sites.
OK, I'll bite....can you e-mail me about the would run filly Milynda? she's my kinda girl with my boys looks!
Mary

[FifteenOne]

HOORAY!! YOURS yours YOURS yours http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Congratulations!! Did I miss it...what is her name? What a happy way to start the New Year!

[hitchinmygetalong]

Oh happy dance! CONGRATULATIONS! Please keep us posted on your progress!

"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship."
-Louisa May Alcott

[Madison]

YIIPPPPPEEEEEEEE http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_cool.gif That is sooo exciting - I'm so glad you found one that makes your heart do flips (and she must if you are getting a GIRL http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif) . She is just gorgeous and I will definitely have to come see when she gets to GA. How very very exciting - I've always found and believed that when you bond with a mare, she'll try soooo hard for you, so I hope that turns out to be the case with this one too. She just looks like a show horse.

What a great way to start 2004 - I am so excited for you!!

Does she have a barn name yet???

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[ladydoctor]

Leah-that is AWESOME news! Can I come for a visit when she gets here? Since you won't be shopping for actual horses anymore, can we shop vicariously for a "husband" for her? I LOVE the COTH Stallion Issue and have picked out several potential match-ups for my two girls, but first I need a farm http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif.

[Peggy]

Congratulations. I LOFF her.

[inmotion]

Thanks for the quick info Milynda. I'll be calling this evening. I am such an idiot, like I need another horse!
Congrats again Leah.
Mary

[Bugs-n-Frodo]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by ladydoctor:
I LOVE the COTH Stallion Issue and have picked out several potential match-ups for my two girls, but first I need a farm http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I hear ya on that one...So many stallions so little space for the babies! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif

What Madison says is true, when mares bond, they bond and they will do anything for you. my mare and I are so close, sometimes it scares my hubby. She takes care of me like I am her filly, if that doesn't sound too silly.

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Amy
Owned by:
Cute as a Bugsear (Bugs) JC OTTTB (Isella x Annie Somebody)
Pippen (Frodo) ATA Anglo Trakehner (Paramoure x Cute as a Bugsear)
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[hunt_jump]

Ahhhhhh, I've been away from my computer almost all day (except for a few emails and I missed it!!! Congrats LMH, and a mare http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Good mares are great. The boys better be minding their manners cause I can feel it already a new boss is movin into town http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

~ hunt_jump ~
http://home.cfl.rr.com/huntjump

[Pol]

WAHOOOO!!! Such great news. Sheesh, that was so fast. How very cool.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

[inmotion]

Looks like another sweetie is coming home to me. I called about Would Run..she's my kind of girl. I'll officially post when the deal is done. Getting this little girl home to Pa from TX is the next trick.
Isn't it nice how many TB's have found homes because of this thread. Thank you LMH and thank you Milynda. Keep fingers crossed for me too! Mary

[caryledee]

Congrats!! I LOVE her!! I'm sure you'll have lots of fun with her! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
For shipping, you might try giving Drexler Horse transportation a call; they are up here in the Chicago area and make weekly runs to KY. Good luck!

[arnika]

Add my congratulations to the bunch, LMH! She's absolutely gorgeous.

Happy New Year and what a great way to start it off. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Gotta love those mares..........from someone who owns six.

Terry

[num1train]

NICE FILLY!!! She is a very well bred mare!!! Best of luck!!!!

Don't just appear in life, STAR in it!

[LaurieB]

Congratulations! Now we'll need a report on how she's settling into her new home. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[DMK]

LMH, she is VERY cute!

...and I think you should know that it is only by great fortitude that I did NOT have come back from SFL with a Cobra King 3 year old in the trailer...

"I used to care, but things have changed..." Bob Dylan

[War Admiral]

Congrats!! She looks wonderful!!

Of course, being me, I do have to beg that if/when you decide to breed her, you do not outcross... Keep those looks in the family & find a nice big Irish-bred TB stallion!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

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Thoroughbreds! Everything else is just a horse. :-)

[LMH]

Thanks again everyone! I am QUITE excited-just biding my time until tomorrow...working on my sweet honey sugar voice to convince the trainer he WANTS to meet us in Nashville this weekend. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Ooooo DMK a 3yo Cobra King-oo la la. What was the bugger's name?

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[DMK]

I honestly can't remember, but he wasn't listed on pedigree query (I remembered part of the dam's name). Anyway, I'm here to tell you he was cuter than Robbie... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Still, I put Rivers in the back barn, and there were only 2 horses in it (24 stalls). One breeding stallion and one layup with a stunning looking head and great body (blood bay, not a lick of white). I sauntered up to him and thought how much better he would look in hunter tack than racing tack http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif and noticed who his sire was... Tell me that wasn' t like some sort of karma? Then the next day I learned he *might* be a freebie...

And the sad part is, I know how to push the right buttons with his owner to bring about that particular event (the "freebie" event). But the sane part of me remembered my recent escape from certain financial circumstances, the fact that I just renegotiated the barn lease based on the current horse level and the fact that I DON'T HAVE TIME TO RIDE TWO, much less three, so I did not attempt to push the buttons. I tell you I cried all the way to the GA border... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/cry.gif

But I did leave word with everyone else at the farm that I was VERY interested in him, so if he falls in my lap I can only say it was meant to be... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

"I used to care, but things have changed..." Bob Dylan

[LEP Enterprises, LLC]

Congratulations, she is LOVELY!

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*London*Hannah*Kirsche*
*Gryphon Bay & foal on the WAY!!!*

[free]

Leah...Beautiful mare! How did you find her? Was she on CANTER?

Some people view a glass as half full - some view it as half empty ... I spill it!

[RodeoHunter]

That's so exciting I almost cried!! lol http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Looks like it was worth whe wait LMH.

**Member of the Ocularly Challenged Equine Support Group**

[TouchstoneAcres]

Smart move! I really like her. Congrats!

[LMH]

free-actually I vetted a horse in IL that did not pass-two days later the vet called me back to ask if I would consider a mare as she was hanging out with his broodmares...the owner really liked her and wanted her to have a good home http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

So as soon as I can find a ride from IL to GA, she will be home.

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[LMH]

DMK-methinks you need to act in a totally irrational fashion (something new and different http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif) and reconsider on the Cobra King.

Opportunities often don't come along twice. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[free]

Leah...Is Terry Morgan the vet? I used him for a prepurchase once and he told me the same thing...that he really doesn't like to do them, but that he would be honest. Really liked him.

Some people view a glass as half full - some view it as half empty ... I spill it!

[LMH]

yes free it was Dr Morgan-I am glad to hear you liked him since I am relying heavily on his input in my decision http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[Adelita]

www.equineexpress.com (http://www.equineexpress.com)

I LOVE them. I will never use another shipper, I have used them several times.

Congrats and I can't wait till she gets home!

&gt;^.,.^&lt;


www.imom.org (http://www.imom.org)
Helping those who cannot afford veterinary care for their pets...

[LMH]

well I guess you can't please everyone http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Does she look high withered, long backed and clunky to anyone? What about having an ugly facehttp://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Not that it matters since I own her. It just makes me feel like I missed something terribly.

Thanks Adelita-I will check out the website. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

When you find yourself on the edge of a cliff, a step backward is progress

Let's put the FUN back in dysFUNctional!

[inmotion]

Oh yes LMH, I'm sure she's roman nosed, long and swayed backed, behind at the knee and pidgeon toed...oh and those big long ears...like a donkey. She also is probably wild...all TB's are...so you better get your pizza cutter spurs and 2 dressage whips out, you know.. to break her right and teach her repect!
Honestly Leah, she's lovely and I can't wait till she's home. Hubby and trainer approved of Would Run and I'm just waiting on some more info...next day or two......anxiously waiting. Mary

[foursocks]

I have followed your horse-looking travails vicariously, and I just need to tell you- this one looks *right*. She is really, truly, a great-looking girl. I'm a fan of the bigger TBs- and I think she looks like she will be a lot of fun to get to know- bossy but athletic and sensible. I'll bet she's got a ground-eating stride waiting to mosey on out, too! Do *not* doubt your choice- she is lovely, and you guys are going to enjoy each other, I'm sure of it! Congratulations ten times over!

You can take a line and say it isn't straight- but that wont change its shape. Jets to Brazil

[Adelita]

Yes, LMH, she's SO ugly that you can't possibly own her, and I'll help you with that unwanted ugly mare by taking her off your hands, k? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

She's GORGEOUS!!!!

&gt;^.,.^&lt;


www.imom.org (http://www.imom.org)
Helping those who cannot afford veterinary care for their pets...

[Fessy's Mom]

Congratulations Leah! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif When I looked at her pic the first time I could hear that old Commodore's song playing in the background - "She's a brick.....HOUSE."! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

I love the way she's put together. Totally reminds me of one of my second horse, an OTTB who had the mellowest temperament. I used to ride him around bareback with a halter and leadrope on trailrides. My trainer called me Pocahontas! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

This was about 20 years ago ( http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif ) when warmbloods were just starting to show up around here. Everyone thought he was one. I very proudly corrected them! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Enjoy her and I can't wait to hear from you once you get her home! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

"Put dat in yer book."

[DMK]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by LMH:
DMK-methinks you need to act in a totally irrational fashion (something new and different http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif) and reconsider on the Cobra King.

Opportunities often don't come along twice. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I know, I know, I have ranged between congratulating myself on a bit o'maturity and whacking myself upside the head!

But I plan on making my regular inquiries!

Besides, this gives me motivation to SELL a certain big horse! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

"I used to care, but things have changed..." Bob Dylan

[OLD A/O]

I wish you the best of luck with your mare. I am glad you waited for her to find you.

[onetempies]

Oh she is absolutely beeeeeeeeee-utiful!!!!! Totally butacious! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Welcome to the world of mares. Once you win their heart, they will give you the moon. After my first mare, I swore I'd never own another... well, 2 years later I bought a mare as a "project horse". Umm... said project horse is still mine and it will be 8 years in February. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif Oh... and I also now own her coming 8 month old son. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

*Member of the bad shoulder clique* (open surgery was 1-6-03)
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Owned by LT Parfait 1985 Arab Mare, Valboa's Mercedes 1991 Holsteiner/TB cross, and L Chevlle 2003 Holsteiner colt.
Trying to be Superman at 4 months (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Sep/20039285432554183964022.jpg)
Chevy weaned at 4.5 months (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Sep/20039281435919508498655.jpg)
Boy with an attitude at 7 months & arab with no ears (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Dec/200312258578373322938620.jpg)
Chev 7 month butt shot & Parfait (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Dec/200312258180889950365790.jpg)
Chev 7.5 months, blurry, but acting studly (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Dec/200312254841657978703941.jpg)