Frying Pan Park/COTH get-together

[FairWeather]

I'm in, ETBW is in...Auntie is in...Who else?
How about First weekend in October?? /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[FairWeather]

I'm in, ETBW is in...Auntie is in...Who else?
How about First weekend in October?? /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Louise]

Ohhh my, I wonder if suzy, who wields a mighty frying pan of her own, is aware of this?

Have to check and see /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Everythingbutwings]

I have a baby shower on the 6th in Richmond. The following weekend is a Sport Horse Breeding seminar both days.

Wow! I am getting booked up /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Everythingbutwings]

At least what is left of it! Frying Pan Park (http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/fryingpanpark.htm)

[Janet]

The first weekend in October is the 6th and 7th.

The 7th is the CDCTA/VADA NOVA team challenge at Great Meadow. How about getting together there instead?

Or if you want to meet at FP, how about the previous weekend? There is a H/J show there on Sept 30.

[HN73]

OOhhhh I wanna go!

I assume it "with horse".

October looks pretty open for me, though the second week is better than the first.

Oh this will be FUN.

[FairWeather]

"With horse" is how I'll be travelling, but non riding folks are more than welcome to come point and laugh at us!
Besides, we'll need someone to help pick us up off the ground when our trusty steeds dump us /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Dementia 13]

Ohhh, if it's October 6 or 7 I might be able to make it.

Let me know which day you decide!

I will not bring Phyllis, though. She would kill me on that cross country course!

[Janet]

I would still prefer the last weekend in September (the H/J show won't affect schooling on the CC course).

I could possibly bring Belle on Oct 6th, but I really ought to be preparing for the team challenge.

[xcgirl]

Unfortunately my horse is off right now, I hope to have him back by the middle of October or early November. Let me know next time you do another schooling and hopefully my guy will be back and I can go too.

[Elghund2]

We're in, just need some advance notice. I think the first weekend in October would work.

[Everythingbutwings]

Is anything going on that Sunday? (Besides our obviously more important meeting?) /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Dolce Vita]

Ohhhhhhhhhh!! No fair! My pony who loved frying pan to death left about 2 weeks ago. I love it there. Sonnet doesn't jump enough yet either. Maybe I can get a horse. I will work on it and let you guys know!

.:*Chelsea & Sonnet (http://dianecrump.com/default2.cgi?Function=Display&Type=horsepage&Section=warmbloods&Horse=0632&Page=template) *:.
*But we can't forget Kudos - The wonder pony!*

[FairWeather]

There is a hunter show on the 6th, Sunday I'm not sure. I wonder if you can "reserve" one of the rings?

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

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[Janet]

It doesn't matter what is going on in the rings, you can almost always school on the CC Course (unless DRPC is running a competition, but I don't think thay have any more this year).

[Everythingbutwings]

It doesn't matter if your new horse isn't up to the actual jumps yet, it will do him worlds of good to participate and mingle! Pockets has never been on an outside course but will greatly benefit from the exposure.

From what I recall of FP years ago, the jumps are all designed with a range of ability in mind. From 2' to much more demanding, we will take them one at a time and enjoy sharing each other's knowledge. /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

(Besides, I hope to have a crock pot of Mr. Wing's barbecue to share!)

[HN73]

Oh man! If you bring that barbeque, I'll come hell or high water.

Ya'll have never had BBQ so good.

[Everythingbutwings]

Wings will be along and in need of a nice, tiny and light guiding hand around the wonders of Frying Pan. HN73, you have yet to sit on the big galoot!

I can't bring Pockets and Wings leaving Maddie at home so it is just the pony or the entire barn. Seeing as how I must nurture Maddie and tend to the barbecue, Wings will be in need of an escort /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Dolce Vita]

Well, my friend has her mare at the barn right next for Frying Pan. I can see if she'll let me ride her. Never ridden the mare, but she sounds nice. I liertlly have only jumped a 2'0 vertical on Sonnet before. 5 times at the most. But she does love the field, so we can just hack. I will see about getting a trailer tomorrow /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

.:*Chelsea & Sonnet (http://dianecrump.com/default2.cgi?Function=Display&Type=horsepage&Section=warmbloods&Horse=0632&Page=template) *:.
*But we can't forget Kudos - The wonder pony!*

[ShowJumps]

I'll be there and hopefully the way my leg is healing I may even be able to RIDE /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[creseida]

I would love to go, as would Cressy, but we'd need to "hitch hike" with someone from near Fredericksburg....

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[Janet]

There are actually quite a few that are even lower than 2' (logs, zigzag).

And my husband (who can barely canter, let alone jump) had fun riding in and out of both waters.

[Lisamarie8]

Sorry, i'm late guys. I've been away.

Since I'm gonna have to miss middleburg, I'd be GEEK'D to meet some fellow BB'ers. I LOVE frying pan park. I could bring my baby (2 1/2 y.o.) and he could watch y'all, just to get the idea of the fun ahead /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

I'm good for October, first weekend or otherwise.

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[Trixie]

but I don't have a horse to ride, and if Paige would lend me Dancer for the day, I don't have a trailer to bring her in. Anyone else not riding, or does anyone need a groom or something?

[FairWeather]

Of little itty bitty jumps under 2'. The difficult run pony club site has pictures of each jump.
Oh, this is going to be SO much FUN! Somebody will need to bring a video camera because I have a feeling this just might go down in COTH history!

So..its looking like The first weekend in October will work the best. Sunday?

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[creseida]

Sunday works for me, if I can scrounge transportation...(hint, hint) /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[Lisamarie8]

digital, video and still. But someone on the ground would have to snap the pics.

I'm good for the first Sunday too. I've just got to figger out if i should bring my 22 year old FAT retiree (used to event) or my 2 1/2 year old. I mean Whiskey could still do the small stuff and would probably LOVE it, but Ozzy would learn quite a bit from the school. hmmmmmm, what to do. /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

wheeeeeeeeee, gonna be fun /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[artienallie]

Ooh! I'm open the first weekend in October!!

And - I've got two horses to school, as I'm hoping to take both of them to the DVPC trials at the end of October!

Anyone interested in a catch ride? /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[JustJumpIt19]

Darn I am heading up there next weekend for a sale, anybody going to that?

~Courtney~

[FairWeather]

I'm not sure yet...But I might be there for the sale with a friend

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Trixie]

did someone say catch ride? *looks up*


I can always do pictures from the ground, I've got a good camera and a scanner.

[Janet]

I'll be in the CDCTA/VADA NOVA challenge.

[HN73]

I'm pushing for 10/13 or 14.

My truck needs a fixin'.

[Dolce Vita]

JustJumpIt - I should be at the sale! I will let you know where I will be and all that good stuff.

.:*Chelsea & Sonnet (http://dianecrump.com/default2.cgi?Function=Display&Type=horsepage&Section=warmbloods&Horse=0632&Page=template) *:.
*But we can't forget Kudos - The wonder pony!*

[ShowJumps]

Before I forget:

Is this going to be a kind of a potluck lunch/picnic? Or just a plain get together? Should I bring something besides the horses?

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[FairWeather]

Looks like not everybody can make it on the 7th, maybe we can do a second one in November?

Hows this for a prospective plan on the 7th.

Meet up at between 12-1 o'clock
Mingle mingle mingle
(those of you who need a "confidence booster" aka "a visit from mr. Sam adams" can partake /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Tack up, and go PLAY!
Come back and EAT and play and Eat and make fun of anybody who gets dumped...
We're coming after shirt tails! /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

Always,
FairWeather
I saw her! Shese riding again! Theres PROOF!

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Everythingbutwings]

that anyone could doubt there will be food! I will be there, therefore we shall eat!

The more to eat, the better we shall all be so whip up your best offerings and bring them along /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[FairWeather]

I forgot to mention...
Why doesnt everyone bring a dish and some beverages/libations if you want?
I'll bring something, I'm just not sure what /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
I'm always good for a case of Sams /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif
(to BRING that is...)

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Dementia 13]

I will be there! If anyone has an extra horse, I'd love to ride, but if not, I am happy to be a ground person!

[xcgirl]

Well my horse is fast on the way to recovery, I'll know more next week. Even if he's not better I'll come to catch loose horses in case anyone falls.

[artienallie]

Oooh! I'm so excited! The timing is perfect! I'm no ETBW, but I'll drag myself into the kitchen for this. Unless I wuss out, then I'll just bring libations. /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

I DO have 2 horses that need schooling, and I'm hoping to bring both with me, so any help either on the ground or in the saddle would be so appreciated! Both are very inexperienced, but blasts to ride. Of course. /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Erin]

Well, darn you all, I'll be at a wedding in Georgia that weekend! /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

But if there's going to be an outing on another date (especially if ETBW is catering /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif ) let me know!

[HN73]

I will do my best to attend, with pony in tow. (Darn truck)

If not, I'll bring my chaps and hat!

[FairWeather]

Mark dumps me on my butt in the water, I'll need someone to give him a good school afterwards /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Trixie]

do we have to wear Rust?

[Everythingbutwings]

We'll be wearing dust!

Oops, wrong thread! /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif I will be wearing jeans, bringing the RV, food and Pockets pony. We have a 35mm, digital and disks as well as a Sony video camera.

This will be a well documented happening! /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Dolce Vita]

I'm getting very excited now! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif I took Sonnet on a trail yesterday and I hadn't ridden her since Friday and before that I hadn't ridden her all week (Sick and school). She was perfect. We were 3rd the whole time, she didn't race and try and catch up, she jumped the one jump with out a problem (She did buck after, but ah well..no biggie). And we cantered through the field with practally no reins. I figure if I can't jump at Frying Pan, getting her out in the field at a new place will be great practice for our hilltopping debut in the Spring.

I'm sure that who ever would drive me there (Hopefully Mom) would be more than willing to stay and take pictures and help anyone hold horses or whatever. She's a good horse Mom who tries. And my Dad is pretty good too.

The only conflict I might run into is getting a trailer. My trainers Mom has a 2 horse that I could borrow, but my friend used it this weekend, and said that the lights and something else didn't work. Hopefully that gets fixed.

I'll let you guys know though!

.:*Chelsea & Sonnet (http://dianecrump.com/default2.cgi?Function=Display&Type=horsepage&Section=warmbloods&Horse=0632&Page=template) *:.
*But we can't forget Kudos - The wonder pony!*

[ShowJumps]

Geesh... I GET THE HINT! /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by creseida: Sunday works for me, if I can scrounge transportation...(hint, hint) /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I really should make you beg... Do you KNOW what Mardi is going to do to me when I have to make his condo-sized stall smaller?!?!? /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Email me and we'll work it out.

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[Everythingbutwings]

Back up for those who missed this earlier! /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Here is the link to the course photos from the Difficult Run Pony Club site.Frying Pan Park X country jumps (http://drpc.8k.com/jumps.htm)

[This message was edited by Everythingbutwings on Sep. 24, 2001 at 01:14 PM.]

[JustJumpIt19]

Creseida, where in Fredericksburg are you? I'm in Stafford, near Route 1 :0)

~Courtney~

[Lisamarie8]

Was the 7th the date of all dates? Iw as just thinkin about bumping this up today too /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I need to play.


--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[Everythingbutwings]

I believe the 7th is the first outing, to be followed up again sometime in November.

Those pics of the jumps on the DRPC site are great!

[Lisamarie8]

I'm SOOOOO ready for the 7th. I'll bring my Big Oz (pay NO attention to the man behind the curtain)

If anyone wants to e-mail me (an attendance of sorts) I would be MORE than happy to set up what time, send directions, organzie the WetBar, what have you. /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Wheeeeeee

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[FairWeather]

I am actually considering SKIPPING the Fells Point Festival this year so that I'm fresh and able to walk a straight line Sunday!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[Clive's Mom]

from us! woohooo.

I'll try to secure a ride from one of the KIND LOVING trailer owners at my barn. HN73 - talk to me and we'll make sure you get a ride to Herndon.

My pony has been laid up for the last 2 months and will likely be out of shape and a mental mess upon meeting all your fun horsey-buddies. Hold your giggles please - hehe.

- C

[HN73]

You're going to bring CLIVE!!! How exciting!

I have no idea which wild pony to bring, Navaho or Bailey....

[Dementia 13]

Does anyone have an extra? Large pony, horse, donkey - I don't care, I just want to ride!

I am versatile, though - if there isn't an extra horse, I'd be happy to hand out beer and other refreshments.

[Everythingbutwings]

I am quite certian that teeny, tiny you (and HN73) would look quite good on our Pocket Change!

It will be his and my niece's first time over an outside course and he, being an App, will have opinions of his own that will need addressing.

Besides, Tony Workman has already been up on him on an earlier thread /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[HN73]

If some one brings a donkey, I want a turn on it!

[Dementia 13]

Well then - I shall bring my chaps and my helmet.

Be warned- I lack the skill (not to mention the long-legged elegance) of Tony Workman.

[ShowJumps]

Shall I'll bring hot dogs instead?... I made Chuck stop by on the way home last week to make sure they had BBQ's (couldn't remember). They're near the lower outside ring. /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[Everythingbutwings]

MargaretF - Moesha can cut and paste you to fit, too! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif What Kennett Square will have to say about the situation is another story.

Now, on to the important items! Do I prepare for a brunch? Should there be an array of items beginning with breakfast casserole and ending with barbecue? Deviled eggs, quiche, vegies/dip, brownies, smoked tuna salad?

I need to make a list /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Trixie]

don't forget the veggie burgers and veggie hot dogs!!!

[HN73]

ETBW, don't forget the BBQ! PLEASE????!!!

[Colin]

ETBW - the mini quiches are the BEST.....that and the RUM! Yipes! I think everyone needs to have their very own ETBW with them at the horse shows!! LOL! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Lisamarie8]

perhaps with the recent turmoil, we could sneak one itsy-bitsy romp in the human cloning pool past congress /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Good Food, Nice People, Horsey AND libations...I think I may just weep /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[Colin]

I had NEVER MET MOESHA OR VTRIDER before, and had only met ETBW once a year ago at Mosbys. I'll tell you, it was like we had all been best friends for YEARS! Just amazing!

ETBW even brought my FAVORITE cheese! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Everythingbutwings]

We will be NEEDING those brownies!

Mr. Wings has been given the go ahead to create vast quantities of Barbecue. Yummy treats coming!

Inverness, Clive's Mom and HN73 will attest to the warmth and comfort of the RV in the event of inclement weather. Rain or Shine (hurricanes excluded) Additionally, we have a teeny color TV so you can tell the S.O. the game will be on (until we need to replay the home videos of our experiences on the cross country /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif )

Luckily I have a multi-outlet extension cord to plug into the RV's generator so let me know if you have a dish that requires heat. (I recall a very nice St. Patrick's day crock pot full of yummy corned beef and cabbage at the 'chases!) We are moving into brisk weather, simmering meatballs, hot cheese dip, and barbecue will keep us functioning. Finger foods are always a treat. Desserts NEVER turned away!

[JAGold]

I haven't posted in ages--graduated and moved to DC and have been good about not spending "work" time playing online. (Ok, so I check occasionally.)

But, I drive towards Frying Pan when I go out towards Middleburg (I think--I have a horid sense of direction!). I'd love to come meet some of you there--the more horse people I know out here the better! And if anyone has something extra to ride, sign me up--I'll bring credentials and a vest. Otherwise, I can offer my services as a groundsperson. --Jess

[Lisamarie8]

YES JAGold you come and PLAY! I have NEVER met anyone from this board /infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif and am so excited to put some faces to names /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I've got a 22 year old and a coming 3 year old. I've been debating on who to bring. Ozzy (2) would gain SO much from a casual outing to see a x-country course, but Whiskey is my retired event horse...and at 22 still a TOTAL handful. If I could bring both i would gladly hand Whiskey off to some unsuspecting BBer /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Colin, I was heartbroken that I missed the opportunity to miss some of the "festive" members of the board this weekend, but drama and unforeseen circumstance kept me away. I would have LOVED to have been there to help you appreciate the fine cheese of ETBW, and even more giddy to help you an SU take on that tap at Mosby's...

and ETBW, it sounds to me like you may be one of the fabulous people in this world that restores my faith in humanity. I'm so looking forward to meeting you and all the others. If there's ANYTHING i can bring (besides, as my signature says, my willingness to humiliate myself, and a sense of humor) PLEASE let me know /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[creseida]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by JustJumpIt19:
Creseida, where in Fredericksburg are you? I'm in Stafford, near Route 1 :0)

~Courtney~<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
I'm in Western Stafford about 1 mile from the Fauquier border and about 3 miles off 17.

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[FairWeather]

I leave you all for a few hours and come back to menu items FLYING! How, how how how!!! am I going to wait for this wonderfully bound-to-be a blast day?
You can count on me bringing something wonderful and yummy. Though, I must say that my libations are first rate.

Margarita's anyone?
I can also make a mean bloody /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Virgins for the wee-ones of course /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif
FW
Thinking of bringing some amazing crab dip, or some con queso...Maybe Chili...Mmmmm....I'll be sure to coordinate with the absolutely amazing cook (as i've heard) ETBW's so I'm not currying while she's barbecuing...
/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[ShowJumps]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by JustJumpIt19:
Creseida, where in Fredericksburg are you? I'm in Stafford, near Route 1<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

You can't have her! I am going to make her use her employee discount at HC in exchange for a RIDE!!! (LOL) /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Mardi needs a new Rambo Wug. He said he'd share the van if I bought him new clothes.... /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[Inverness]

Kennett Square has given me a passing grade in "Trail Riding 101" and will allow me off-property with the perfect Billy. Now I just have to hitch a transport - or maybe I'll take Elghund's suggestion and ride across the Dulles runway over to Frying Pan. After all, its not like Dulles is a busy place these days . . . /infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[Clive's Mom]

Talked to my pony taxi this am - and she will either bring her horse and ride with us (my vote - she's a blast) or let me use the trailer myself.

I'll have to bring something easy to cook - I'll have my hands full with (as HN73 likes to call him) The Big Brown Couch.

Hopefully the weather will cooperate and I look forward to meeting you all. Now, where are those darn rust britches I love (literally) to school in..... hmmmm.

- C

[Dementia 13]

Ohh, Fairweather, are you going to bring the fabulous Phoenix? I am dying to meet him.

[Elghund2]

Inverness: If you need transport, B and I can pick you up along the way. He's used to stopping and picking up friends as we travel.

[Hoofer]

OK, I guess it's time for me to make an appearance and meet you all. I go to Frying Pan frequently to school the XC course. I love it! I will be there with the paint pony in tow.

MargaretF you are welcome to jump around on my pony. She jumps anything you point her at and is lots of fun. Since I am a chicken who rarely jumps over 2'6 I'd love to see her over some of the bigger stuff!

BTW, when we go to school there we usually call first to make sure the course is open.

[Moesha]

I am going to come and watch!

[Everythingbutwings]

Okay Fairweather, you started this! /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif What time is the start of our informal activity?

I figure to plan for breakfast AND lunch so will try to be there by 9:00 until mid-afternoon or later.

What do you all think? I would imagine we can arrive and depart as we please.

[Dementia 13]

This is excellent - two ponies to ride, plenty of food and beer. What more could anyone ask for?

[Moesha]

Margaret are you going?? This will be so much fun, after our Marathon showing at Culpeper and Capital Challenge all within a week period!

[Everythingbutwings]

Hey Erin! If you trailer on down, will the COTH give you a byline for reporting on the occasion?

A Social Event the likes of which has yet to be seen in print /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Colin]

Yeah, erin....

I think that would be a really cool article! How we all met on the COTH BB and meet up in person for activities and fun! How I flew from Utah to show someone's horse I had never met in person, and did great....how ETBW and Moesha show up and assist w/ everything....ETBW's cooking expertise, how people have found trainers, friends, and everything else through this BB! What a boost that would be for the COTH! And we could probably get even MORE posters from it!

Duffy flies all the way to canada to bond with Heidi, whom she's met on the BB......this is a journalist's gold mine, Erin!!!!!!! LOL!!!!

[Heidi]

This sounds like too much fun - I'm thinking I need to crash this affair.

Perhaps I'll talk Hans into driving down or we'll redeem our air mileage points and fly in. Anyone have a lame pony and a 17hher they can lend us; though come to think of it, I can hang out on terra-firma with Moesha and watch the rest of you gallop around, sharing a Canadian cooler or several.

[Lisamarie8]

This is gonna be SOOOOOOO much fun! And I NEED fun right now!

Heidi, I mean really, a trip from Canada to Herndon, VA is really not to much to ask. I suggest holding your breath till you get your desired results /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

I'm open for ANY time frame on Sunday...and I plan on dedicating my ENTIRE day to it, so there will be NO leaving till all the festivities are over /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[HN73]

Heidi, if you fly down, Frying Pan is right around the corner from Dulles.

[Duffy]

Oye - I would LOVE to attend, but I've got the kids that weekend and, somehow, I don't see them ok'ing this outing on their weekend agenda. And, I do NOT trust Miss Mini (my daughter's pony) faster than a trot in open country with multiple friends! You should SEE the video we got of her bucking, spooking, taking off after one of her short stirrup rounds at Culpeper!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

With ETBW there, I know we shall have a full pictoral essay of the outing though, after we ruin our computers hearing about her menu!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[JustJumpIt19]

Creseida I think I know where you are, it's probably around where I keep my horses! Anywhere near Poplar Road? Anyways, it looks like I'll be attending this get together but I don't have a horse to bring (4 year old Arab..no way..5 year old green TB...no way...layed up WB cross....bzzz) so if anyone wants to donate me a horse :0) I'll be there just to watch and eat lol

~Courtney~

[Dementia 13]

I have an idea - we could all share horses.

Wouldn't that be fun?

[Everythingbutwings]

I always learn from getting out, especially from being able to see how other riders cope with their horses and the obstacles. Sort of like watching a course ridden on a horse with striding like your mount so you can pick the best line.

Schooling sessions should be fun, we will all make the most of ours /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

I tried to get on the Fairfax County Park Authority web site today to get some info but the site was down. Anyone know if the indoor or other rings are booked for the 7th?

This WILL be a rain or shine excursion. The Difficult Run site gives very good descriptions of the footing around the jumps and what one can expect from each effort. I suggest participants in our little soiree check out the pictures and think ahesd to what will be the "problem" jump for the individual horse/rider combos. It isn't always the jump we expect that is SCARY!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

I noticed a pony eating chicken coop! But I would bet that Pockets handles the logs just fine (he has done them on trail for years!)

Bring a towel and spare clothes, someone is bound to get wet! Sure hope it isn't a despicable pony laying down in the water /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[Dementia 13]

I refuse to have any part of that Arrow-Head thing.

Good God, how do people JUMP those things?

[HN73]

How about those crazy ditch things!!! AAAhhhh don't miss!

[Lisamarie8]

but I used to school it at least 3-4 times a year. Whiskey had a definate aversion to this THING called the TigerTrap...It was PURE evil. /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif Other than that we'd jumped everything out there...and we did get over that one a couple times, but not when it counted /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[Heidi]

Never mind. It's Canadian thanksgiving that weekend.

If another trek is planned later in the month, do let me know. Though I'm thinking we need to plan a similar activity in Canada...

[Janet]

When they are ACTAULLY JUMPED, the spaces are filled in with brush. It basically rides like a funny looking coop.

[Everythingbutwings]

Do not despair, another outing is planned for early November /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif We would love to have you and your entourage!

MargaretF, tsk, tsk! I can see that a crop will be necessary to get you around the course /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif (This from ETBW who plans to remain safely planted on solid earth!)

Perhaps Wings will accompany us, he is a walk/trot, been out on the trail four times, three year old. Meandering about the course using him as a grandstand sounds quite pleasant!

[creseida]

Not to worry, Showjumps. Cressy is always happy to meet a cute new guy. She's rather a tom-boy. Mares, otoh... /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

What size Wug are you looking for?

<><><><><><><><><><>

Courtney; Yes, I'm near Poplar Rd. Are you at Fox Corner?

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[FairWeather]

The illustrious, demanding, and all-together pampered Phoenix will be there with BELLS ON!
If my barn rat doesnt come with us he might need someone to take him for a "spin"
I cant WAIT!!!

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[FairWeather]

If you and the "wagon-o-delicacies" will be there at nine, I will be there with you!

I'm all for an entire day...We may even ride more than once! So its official...Get there when you want /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif But if you want to enjoy all that mother Wing's has to offer, I suggest you get there early /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
More importantly...We need a name for this festival. Alright people...gimme some suggestions.

The first annual COTH CROSS COUNTRY CONFRONTATION.
Come on folks...Help me out here. Standing at a Hay auction half the day has turned my brain cells to mush!

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[Dry Clean Only]

I think I am going to cry!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

I was sitting here reading this thread in the quickly dropping temps of NH and checking out the pics of the CC course, wishing my heart out I was a VA cliquer and could come!!

I then realized that I will be driving past you (sort of) the day before on the ride down to Charlotte for Sunday's NASCAR race!!!

BOO HOO!! If only the gathering were Saturday I may have been able to convince my traveling companions to make a pit stop in VA!!

Have fun everyone! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[artienallie]

I was at Frying Pan last weekend - they've worked on the XC course, and it looks GREAT! I wish my guys were ready for Prelim. I'm so excited! Perfect timing to get both Artie and Allie the schooling they (desperately) need.

ETBW & Fairweather, depending on the mare's trailer issues, and Mr. artienallie's early morning issues /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif I should be able to get there in time to meet you all around 9 or so.

Where specifically are we meeting at the park? The PC is meeting that sunday, so you can't just say "look for the horse trailers"! lol

[Elghund2]

I like "CCBB" for a name. That will make sense to those of the Sherman and Peabody age group.

[Inverness]

Thanx for the transport offer! I'll definitely take you up on it if I can't convince the Cavallo cavalcade to come. /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Everythingbutwings]

Pockets will be far to smug if KS isn't there to strike fear into his teensy Appy heart /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Jordan needs another outing as well!

Park where you can, rally round the infamous RV - (Remember, Alec found us, you can too!)

[Inverness]

Larosa90 and Jordan are up for it ETBW; we just need to work on transportation. Gotta check w/KS (the point-chasing queen) and see if she's got a show that day.

Billy can't wait (I told him yesterday) to meet everyone. Out in that field he forgets about his age, his creaky hocks, and his ringbone, pricks his ears, and GOES!

And yes, there are plenty of baby jumps at 2' and under for us newbies! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Lisamarie8]

THis will be ozzy's first sighting of a x-country course...he's only even been on one trail ride before /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif ...that said, the funny thing is he would probably be more quiet than my retired guy.

I wish I could bring them both, I'm gonna feel guilty as hell pulling away from the farm, going to Whiskey's FAVORITE thing ever, without him /infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif He's going to shun me for weeks.

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[HN73]

How in the heck did it go from the reasonable time of noon to 9 AM!!! ?????

Don't look for me that early! :::yawn:::

[Everythingbutwings]

The barbecue has to have time to heat up in the crock pot. /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

Besides, this is one outing that I am closer to than you!

[Dementia 13]

Pretty soon we are going to have to make up a horse/rider list. I am getting confused!

I just know I am riding Pockets, right?

[Everythingbutwings]

He will be a busy little bee. My niece will be having her first ever experience with Cross Country jumping and I am certian that Mr. Pockets will have appy opinions about it.

I hope MargaretF will get him to see the error of his ways /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif Should be enjoyable for all concerned (except Pockets!) He has been over quite a lot of natural obstacles on trail, fallen logs, stone walls, creeks and ditches, but the mere hint of formality to the situation and his jaw sets.

Between riding Pockets and watching the others negotiate obstacles (as well as feasting throughout the day) it should be quite a learning experience.

I am really thinking of bringing Wings along, too. He is truly green, just walk/trot and been out on trail a couple of times. He would benefit from being a grandstand for the day.

[JAGold]

Baring disaster (i.e. my boss deciding he can't be without my company on a Sunday morning at the office...) I will be there. I am looking forward to meeting so many of you--and to seeing horses playing in the fall weather, which I missed while I was in California!

I will bring chaps and a helmet and am happy to ride anything extra--cross country is my favorite and my usual role is the greenies and the ones with humps in their backs...(though I should know better than to admit this!). Should all four-footed things be already escorted, I'll just hang out. (And, should anyone need to borrow a vest, I have one of those, too.)

--Jess

[FairWeather]

My "Marklette" for any unsuspecting brave rider /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
He's becoming a big boy and not wussing out at the last minute over jumps as long as you dont pick at him. He gives new meaning to the word "project" haha.
Whoever wants to is MORE than welcome to take him out and play!
Last time I went, I only had one stop with him...the rest of the day he was an ANGEL!
I cant wait to do this..how FUN!

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[Everythingbutwings]

Pockets will be coming to Frying Pan but his jumping efforts will be severly curtailed. We found out this morning that he has a full blown cataract in one eye and deterioration of the vision in the other. As long as he is carefully introduced to new surroundings he will be able to enjoy going out for a while yet.

On the plus side, I had already convinced myself to bring Wings along. He is too young for jumping yet but the experience will be great.

[xcgirl]

MargaretF you posted about sharing horses...I'm about to just let someone have mine for the day. He can be quite a handful in a samll group, not scary just won't stand and if he's not the first to jump in a group, he never even sees the jump b/c he just runs right over it. Been told in clinics before to "get that crazy horse jumping" and "I said to jump the fence at 550 mpm not 620, what are you thinking"..they act like it's all my idea. You're more then welcome to ride my guy if you want a little excitement. /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[creseida]

Well I am totally psyched. I know there will be one jump that Cressy *will not* go near, and that is the Frying Pan Park sign/jump. Last time I was there, I was heading Cressy towards it, and when I was about 4 strides out two people jumped up from behind it. /infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif They didn't realise it was a jump, and no one on our side of the jump could see people sitting against it on the other side. If they had stayed put, they would have been fine, actually.

When they popped up, Cressy put it in reverse so fast I almost went over her head. Every time thereafter, if she caught a glimse of that jump, she'd slam on the brakes and back up/go sideways whatever to get away from it.

Needless to say, I guess Cressy does *NOT* like Jack-in-the-Box jumps.... /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[Trixie]

Fairweather -- can I beg you for the chance to ride Mark? You know I think that horse is so adorable!

[FairWeather]

He's ALL yours /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
Just keep a tight leg and soft hand /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Markie will teach you to ride, thats for sure! If he doesnt like you, he lets you know, but if you stay nice and forward, yet relaxed...its an awesome ride!

Wingsy! Poor Pockets! I bet he trusts his mommy to lead him around and have some fun, no matter what is in his eyes /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[ShowJumps]

Last time I was there I had brought both the boys. Ordained-the-annoying (GOT to STOP calling him that!) was perfect. No stops, actually he was taking me upto the fences. Finish with him and get on Mardi-the-perfect (he used to be Mardi-the-@ss). Schooled around nicely having a blast. Come up to one of the big coops. It had been angled tward the cow pasture. Beautiful approach, Mardi's doing his thing. As SOON as we take off over the coop a cow moos. Mardi's heads pops up and BAM we'er outta there! I have never seen a horse do a U turn while in mid air (much less been on top)!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif It would have been scary if I hadn't been laughing so hard...

"No One Trains For Second
Place..."

[Trixie]

Fairweather - yay! thank you so much!! Let me know whatever details you want to work out.

[Hoofer]

Hey folks! Just wanted to bring this back up. Are we still on for Sunday? I've got a trailer ride all lined up. Just wanted to know what time to be there.

Anyone horseless is welcome to take a spin on my pony. She is built like a mini warmblood so she can carry just about anyone. And I am definitely looking forward to taking advantage of JAGold's XC advice. I am terrfied of that stupid ditch!!! Can you help me? /infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

Anyway, I look forward to meeting you all!

[Everythingbutwings]

With Wings and Pockets. No jumping for us but plenty of hacking and feasting.

I hope to get there around 9:00 am or a little after and plan on staying until around 4:00 pm.

Mr. Wings has promised barbecue!

[JAGold]

PaintPony, I'm happy to give you a hand. We will see what we can do about ditches--no promises, but they are not usually insurmountable obstacles.

--Jess

[FairWeather]

And I"m SO excited!
This is going to be Such a hoot!
Remember, whoever falls is getting a shirt-tail cut off!
haha
FW
running with scissors... /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[Tootsie]

It might be a bit late, but did you consider meeting up at morven to watch the show jumping of the one star? The advanced division is jumping in the morning, and then the one star horses jump.

No locker room speeches. No playbooks. No contracts or free agents. Not even a word spoken between teammates. Doesn't that make it the greatest of all team sports?

[creseida]

I'm looking forward to it...at least I *think* I am. With this cool weather, Cressy has forgotten what a cow looks like (she wigged out at the yearling watching us ride from the field next door) and the same cinderblock that hasn't moved for 6 months has suddenly become a Harbinger of Death now that it is laying sideways. /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

But thanks to Showjumps, everyone will see that horses can have a life after age 20, and still be lunatics with way too much energy for their own good... /infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif. Yippee.

*make note to self; include medical insurance card*

What I do, I do for my horse, and thus I do for myself~me

[xcgirl]

So do we know what everyone is bringing to eat. We know ETBW is brining BBQ. Maybe we should do a list so we will have everything covered. I'd be willing to bring chips, dip and some beer.

JAGold - would love some of your help myself. I've had a major ditch problem with my horse. Of course when I took a lesson with Jimmy Wofford he said it's not the horse who has the problem in this outfit with ditches. He's better b/c I'm at a farm with a ditch so I school it just about everyday and he always goes at events and I can ride just a plain ditch, but give me a ditch with something else worked into it, like a ditch and wall or trakener or my latest new fear the elephant trap and I freeze. I'm not ready to revisit a ditch with anything else right now (just had a crash at the beginning of the month) but I need to build trust in my horse over ditches. Ok, I completely rambled on here, but the jest is hopefully you will have some helpful insights for us. I just saw you are from CA, are you going to be there on Sunday?

[I've Got a Secret]

ETBW, I think VTRider really wants to come with P.K., but she's a little bit shy....perhaps you should start a whole new thread, getting everyone to convince her! She is, after all, QUEEN of the BB, and I think it only fitting that she be there, don't you?!

[Everythingbutwings]

But I don't think Colin will be flying in to hold the reins /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Elghund2]

We'll be there if the goober's abcess clears. After two weeks down, he needs to go back to work. He just lead a jail break that took me 30 minutes to round up and I have to apologize to the neighbors for aerating their front lawn.

[FairWeather]

You better get that new-car ownin booty up to Frying Pan! We want to meet PK!!!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[JAGold]

I will be there--I just moved from CA to DC this summer (and haven't updated my profile yet--oops!).

I haven't been to Frying Pan before, though I've driven close enough to see the signs. (Can anyone post idiot-proof directions? It amazes and amuses my friends that I can remember a 25 fence course easily, but I get lost the minute I get into a car...)

I'll be happy to see if I can give you a hand with ditches. My basic philosophy of ditches claims that horses regularly canter on a 12-foot stride, so a ditch is really no physical effort for them. We just have to ride in such a way as to minimize the ditch--in our minds and the horses.

--Jess

[FairWeather]

For those of you coming, send me an email to otthoroughbred@yahoo.com

I'll get us some nametags made up a-la ETBW style!

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[Lisamarie8]

Where will you be comin from, I can probably post pretty good directions /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[xcgirl]

Is anyone bringing there SO. My boyfriend doesn't know if he wants to come yet b/c he says he feels silly sometimes being the only guy at all my horsey stuff. He said he'll come if there's other guys there but if not I'm solo for this outing.

[Everythingbutwings]

Mr. Wings, maybe Mr. HN73 and Mr. Clive's Mom?

[FairWeather]

Here are some general directions and a map:
map (http://www.mapquest.com/cgi-bin/ia_find?link=btwn/twn-map_print&mapsize=large&event=options_update&title=Washington-Dulles+Int%27l+Airport&uid=u2hdj5e3j0mar4wd:tl0y1ahyz&SNVData=3mad3-0.fy[aywd4z_%29ztxhyz%3bpq%7cs9z,p7%3b8aq.hqu%3b[%14259jw8miw%3d%151n2sf%2bOlv%272%2b%13knwi4j[_%3d%3a%10F%3daywd4z_%29zt5qyt_1a7%3bwh%7c2%24hgv[l3iedgv%245l1t%3b8%3b7omcj%3bN3emdrsjqr%29Q0cndg%2 bK1m%27n%2bVj4hq87)
Coming from DC or points north (ie: maryland)
Basically you want to get on 495 until you see signs for the Dulles Toll Road (called 267)...Take the TOLL road, not the Airport "dulles access road" Your first toll will be 1.00 for a typical truck and trailer. Add .25 cents for a dually.

There are two exits you can take...The first one has Less lights, but no stores in case you need gas, food, beer etc. This is Monroe street, toward Reston. (off the exit and after the toll you go LEFT)
Stay straight until you see signs for Frying Pan Park. Follow signs (you will be making a right onto 608) and another right into Frying Pan park...Please see parking directions below!

You may also go down one additional exit on the toll road...this will bring you through a few more lights and stores and stuff...great for last minute ice-runs /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
You would take the CENTREVILLE road exit...after the toll make a LEFT.
Follow the signs to Frying Pan (about 3 miles up)
Do NOT turn on Frying Pan road...its a lie /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif


Parking:
There is Ample parking at FPP, but the nicest setting is over on the cross country course. You can park all over by the ring, but if there is any breeze whatsoever you get really, really dusty. I suggest we park behind the indoor in front of the big ring. Just look for the RV...My truck and trailer will be there...Look for the Banged-to-hell Silver dodge (ahem...its PLATINUM) and a maroon bucket-o-rust two horse...
That'll be me! I plan on getting there at 9:00 and staying till the cows come back home...
/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[FairWeather]

And all you people coming from points south...you are on your own!
may I suggest Mapquest? /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[JAGold]

I am coming from DC--I'll take 66 West--then follow the exit towards 495/Dulles? (This is where it all comes out, folks. I am a reasonable, competent person until it comes to getting from point A to point B...) --Jess

[xcgirl]

I have easier directions that avoid the tolls too!!

I come from Maryland so I take 495 to 66W to 50W. From 50W take the FFX Co. Parkway which is less then 2 miles onto 50. Go right on the exit. Follow parkway till you come to West Ox Road and make a left. West Ox Road is the 5th light off the parkway, it's on a hill and there's a sign that says Frying Pan Park next left. Follow West Ox for about a mile then make a right into Frying Pan. I normally park by the upper ring but it can get very tight up there so will probably park by the indoor. They have water there and on weekends they have a food vendor and the biggest winner for FP, heated bathrooms!!!!! /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Janet]

Are you really going to be there til 4?

I MAY be finished with my team competition (on Music) by noon, so I could MAYBE get Belle out there by 3.

[Clive's Mom]

I'm probably bringing Mr. Clive's Mom and the dog (not necessarily in that order) - so those with hold-out SO's can be assurred that at least Mr. Wings and Mr. Mom will be there to talk Non-Horse.

- C

[Everythingbutwings]

Just tell them there to bring beer and a lawn chair and sports will be on tv! (Until we need to liberate the set to view videos we have shot of the obstacles!)

Bring their own tv and plug it into the RV's outlets!~ /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Bring a satellite dish and they can keep themselves occupied for hours!

[Inverness]

My perfect Billy is "resting" until October 13th (he just got his feel-good-super-horse injections), but I'm coming to watch and feast!

[Kennett Square]

Wingsie,

Please send me a goody bag of some BBQ..... If I can't have a breeding contract to one of the Bonita Farm boys I would love to drown my sorrow in some of your most yumcious BBQ!!

If I finish point chasing early I will drop by to meet and greet all of the BB'rs I have yet to meet.

[FairWeather]

ARe you crying about not having a breeding contract with the studs? Or the stallions?

I'd personally sign a breeding contract with any one of them-thar Boniface boys /infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Wait...did I just write that out loud? /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

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[Lisamarie8]

write that out loud...and kudos to it /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

You were probably just over "giddified" anticipating this Sunday's festivities...It's understandable /infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

--My most accommodating strength is my willingness to humiliate myself

[Kennett Square]

Oh Fairweather,

You have NO IDEA of what I would do for a live cover......I would give up the BMW. Don't even need a guaranteed live foal.... Yep them-thar boys are well worth the price of ANY contract!!! LOL!! Good Lord I feel the naughty Inverness and Sea Urchin coming out in me...both lawyers ya know!!!

[Everythingbutwings]

The Jockey Club live cover rule is a very good thing! No A/I, no way /infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[FairWeather]

Liiivvveee cooovvveeerrrrr....
And of course I would never "take" so I'd have to be covered again...and again...and again...
lololol

Always,
FairWeather
If you ever reach total enlightenment while you're drinking a beer, I bet it makes beer shoot out your nose. - Jack Handy

http://www.fairweather.bizland.com/entrance.html

[xcgirl]

Unfortunately no jumping for my horse. We had some shoeing problems that were fixing. My friend that had the same shoeing problems just had her horse pull his suspensary ligament so we are playing it safe with my horse and not jumping till the end of October. We'll still be there, just no jumping.