Foxhunting singles

[MyGiantPony]

Yes, it's still off season...so they are running riot over on FOL.

There's been some talk about organizing a singles meet-n-greet event for foxhunters who don't love singletom so much.

Thought I'd post here, since not everyone is on FOL.

Is there interest for such an event?

Where and when would you prefer? So far, the focus seems to be holding it in the NOVA area, particularly Middleburg or Upperville. Some suggestions for the Master's Ball in NYC in January.

Some have suggested opening it up to other sports such as polo...trying to think of ways to avoid the 200-3 female/male ratio.

Would love to hear of interest and suggestions over here...particularly "outreach" to those who either don't subscribe to FOL or use the COH boards...and those who aren't members of MFHA recognised hunts.

[Hunter's Rest]

Me me me me me. Pick me.
Oh, have I got stories to tell of the French Tickler -- otherwise known as my future ex-husband (or current ex-boyfriend).
But let's make this simple and say I"M IN!!!! Middleburg's your place. Or Great Meadow polo.

[mayhew]

What is FOL?

[MyGiantPony]

What is FOL?

Foxhunters On Line.

It's an email list where all things hunting-horses-hounds are discussed. Off season, we tend to get off topic. Very. Off. Topic. ;) :D :lol:

[MyGiantPony]

Me me me me me. Pick me.
Oh, have I got stories to tell of the French Tickler -- otherwise known as my future ex-husband (or current ex-boyfriend).
But let's make this simple and say I"M IN!!!! Middleburg's your place. Or Great Meadow polo.

Oh boy - have you just presented a puzzle.

What if 2 exes show up. This is a pretty incestuous sport. :lol:

[Hunter's Rest]

Oooooh, nooooo. Future ex-husband is one and hte same as the current ex-boyfriend. His status changes regularly. Ask JSwan or Wateryglen. Beverley from Utah also knows my 'track record.' If I were a horse, I'd be a claimer. Err, bottom level, natch ....

[MyGiantPony]

Oooooh, nooooo. Future ex-husband is one and hte same as the current ex-boyfriend. His status changes regularly. Ask JSwan or Wateryglen. Beverley from Utah also knows my 'track record.' If I were a horse, I'd be a claimer. Err, bottom level, natch ....

Oh my freaking fruitbat. I just peed my pants. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[phoebetrainer]

Me too, me too, me too. Oh wait, you're all on the other side of the world. You have to send me sample photos and bios so I can make sure that the trip would be worth while.

Or should I post my basic requirements;)

[Hunter's Rest]

Phoebetrainer
What could possibly be in your 'requirements'??
Drawing breath seems to be sufficient 'round here. 'Likes girls' is simply a bonus ...

[phoebetrainer]

Well, I had hoped that with a bigger pool, there might be more chance of finding a straight, currently unattached, reasonably sane male? But is this just too big an ask, for anywhere in the world?

[fullmoon fever]

Well, I had hoped that with a bigger pool, there might be more chance of finding a straight, currently unattached, reasonably sane male? But is this just too big an ask, for anywhere in the world?

Yes, it is too big to ask, IME. I was hoping to "trade up" as I have *sadly outgrown my current mount*, but I haven't found anything at all suitable. :sigh:

[Badger]

The hunt field is a lovely place to find a man. Mine rode up on a big white horse, in his scarlet coat, and the rest is history. Hunt ball was our first date and we were married eight months later. That was 14 years ago. Keep the faith!

[SteeleRdr]

Wow, I need to go to Badger's hunt! I think there are only 3 single male rider's in my hunt (not counting the new whip/huntsman).

[AC & Ty]

If there's a (relatively) good looking man, who hunts AND/OR shows, and who is single, they are snatched up quicker than you could say "tally ho"....

Often they will work their way through the single ladies before ending on a scandalous relationship with a married woman, OR...will steal a woman away from some other man...

Like there aren't enough of us single ladies out there that just want a man who knows which end of a horse is which.....give us one that knows a horse and they could take their pick of us....but the boys always want what they "can't" have.

Silly, silly boys. Damn the odds. Dammit to hell!!!!!!!!!!!!

[AC & Ty]

OH...and I forgot....

WHO IS STRAIGHT..............

AND NOT riding the fence.............

[Hunter's Rest]

I've got a trade-in .... Anybody who wants to make a bid:


FOR SALE OR TRADE: You too can have it all. European good looks, boyish charm, talented horseman (soft hands, quiet legs, strong seat.) Slightly used, but well-broke. Rode hard often; never put away wet.
Sells with halter. Delivery possible.
Will trade for neaderthal mute American with 4x4 diesel and aluminum 4-horse.

Any takers? Anybody?
Oh, forgot to add - Loves women. Loves. Worships. Adores. No men need apply.

[Redline Guy]

Hmmm, sounds like I need to stop shooting shows and horse trials and start shooting more hunts! :)

[fullmoon fever]

Often they will work their way through the single ladies before ending on a scandalous relationship with a married woman, OR...will steal a woman away from some other man...

Hmmmm, so mine could be used as "bait"? Will hang on until I can use him as a suitable lure or trade him to someone wanting something a little different. :winkgrin:

He would be a keeper if he wasn't always so FREAKING MISERABLE. If I had his life, I would be ecstatic....stupid, stupid, can't see past his nose, misery guts. (Did you get the idea I'm having a bad week?) :sigh:

[phoebetrainer]

There are lots of men who ride with my hunt - trouble is they're all either taken or doddery!!:lol:. But I would like some sensible conversation from a (straight) man in my life. I think that is what is too much to ask. If there's good conversation, I can just about guarantee they're gay.

[Redline Guy]

But I would like some sensible conversation from a (straight) man in my life. I think that is what is too much to ask. If there's good conversation, I can just about guarantee they're gay.

Please Note: Photographer ducking to avoid being hit by broad brushes that appear to be swinging on this thread. :)

[AC & Ty]

Sorry about the "generalizations", Redline Guy...but we just can't help it!

Of course, if you and some of your horsey friends are single and not hard to look at.................that would help immensely! :winkgrin: :winkgrin: :winkgrin:

[J Swan]

I'm not single but thought I'd let any single hetero men out there know that Hunter's Rest is QUITE the catch.

I am pea green with envy at her lovely peaches and cream complexion and her excellent photography and writing skills. She even managed to take a really good picture of me for the local paper a while back. Of course - she did not edit out the glittery antenna I was wearing on my head so I looked like the village idiot- but I forgive her. Her future ex-husband/future ex-boyfriend is a fool to let her go- a fool I tell you!

HR will verify that I have quite the hottie for a spouse - but I lucked out. We eloped when we were 19. That was a long long time ago. Best of luck to y'all.

So they're running riot over on FOL? I had to unsubscribe due to the mountains of emails. Well, things should get back to normal once cubbing starts. I've seen loads and loads of rabbits and fox this year - should be a good season for foot hunting as well as foxhunting.

Word to the wise - get thee to HR's front door before she is snapped up!!

[SimpsoMatt]

I'm not single but thought I'd let any single hetero men out there know that Hunter's Rest is QUITE the catch.

I am pea green with envy at her lovely peaches and cream complexion and her excellent photography and writing skills.
Word to the wise - get thee to HR's front door before she is snapped up!!

Can you post a picture of her truck?

[AC & Ty]

Can you post a picture of her truck?

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: OH BOY.....Thanks for that...I needed it...:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

There's a picture of mine in one of my album pictures...:winkgrin:

[AC & Ty]

Come on boys....come back out and PLAY...I need some entertainment....this thread was just starting to get GOOD!!!!!!

;) ;) ;)

[fullmoon fever]

Here is a pic of my truck and trailer:

http://s20.photobucket.com/albums/b242/jazzyrock/Truck/

Trailer was purchased from former foxhunter and, yes, I would have leapt at him but his wife was altogether too nice. :D

I am not particularly skilled in photography or writing, but find I am much more at home in the bedroom and kitchen. :winkgrin:

[Hunter's Rest]

Oh, good lord jesus, Fullmoon Fever -- I've got 6 6yo pony camp kiddies in the next room eating their lunch and I'm in here in hte office snorting diet coke out my nose at the demi-pornographic and truly amusing 'running riot.'
JSwan is toooo kind. Just to note (FMF, lest you think you've got one up on us other single white females) -- I have a 4x4 truck (not diesel, alas) and have a 4horse goose (not aluminum, alas.)
If I'm trading in boyfriends, I may as well trade up on equipment too.
And, uh, Redline Guy seems to have run heel, gals. I didn't realize he was a he. I would have sat up straighter and sucked in my tummy .... (wonder if he has a truck ....)
Seriously, though, what happened to the OP's idea of a singles night. I vote at Great Meadow Polo. Any Saturday night. I have the whole media-photographer's front row space to myself. Anybody??

[fullmoon fever]

Oh, good lord jesus, Fullmoon Fever -- I've got 6 6yo pony camp kiddies in the next room eating their lunch and I'm in here in hte office snorting diet coke out my nose at the demi-pornographic and truly amusing 'running riot.'

:winkgrin:

JSwan is toooo kind. Just to note (FMF, lest you think you've got one up on us other single white females) -- I have a 4x4 truck (not diesel, alas) and have a 4horse goose (not aluminum, alas.)

Well, the truck in that pic is a 4x4. As well, I have another truck, 4x4 dually diesel, 5 speed and a 6 horse head to head gooseneck. :D

As for a get-together, if I can get a job and $ together, I will gladly make a run for the border!

[Redline Guy]

And, uh, Redline Guy seems to have run heel, gals. I didn't realize he was a he. I would have sat up straighter and sucked in my tummy .... (wonder if he has a truck ....)

Um, not exactly. I have a friend who follows the forums that went out of town earlier this week. Before leaving I was warned "Not to get into too much trouble on the forums". So I thought it better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt. :)

Truck: Suburban (to pull the trailer) and a S-10 wannabee-a-truck
Trailer: Aluminum http://www.redlineracepics.com/id13.html
Dog: Fredrick County Pound Puppy (may also be viewed on above link and homepage)
Orientation: Hetro
Situation: Single
Problem: No time to date since I started taking photos of equestrians full time.

[J Swan]

I think we have a match. Redline Guy needs a real truck, has a cool dog, and likes to take pictures.

Hunter's Rest likes to take photos too - I don't know if she has a dog - but she has a real truck - though apparantly has a case of diesel envy.

Ok - so what do I have to do to get you two in a room together?

Full Moon Fever - I haven't forgotten about you - will be on the lookout for non Mennonite, non jerk, hetero single males with all their teeth.

[fullmoon fever]

Full Moon Fever - I haven't forgotten about you - will be on the lookout for non Mennonite, non jerk, hetero single males with all their teeth.

Thank you J Swan. I am indeed indebted. I am curious about the non Mennonite thing. Do they frown upon hunting? How astute of you to pick up that I have a thing about teeth and dental hygiene! Bad breath is a far worse turn-off than a fart.

[J Swan]

Nah - I live "near" HR (meaning that it's a little over an hour to her farm) - and most of the farmers where I live are Mennonite. So if I'm going to fix you up - I want it to be with someone who doesn't insist your wear a dress and little white cap all the time.

At least with a fart you can blame it on the dog.

Thank you J Swan. I am indeed indebted. I am curious about the non Mennonite thing. Do they frown upon hunting? How astute of you to pick up that I have a thing about teeth and dental hygiene! Bad breath is a far worse turn-off than a fart.

[fullmoon fever]

Nah - I live "near" HR (meaning that it's a little over an hour to her farm) - and most of the farmers where I live are Mennonite. So if I'm going to fix you up - I want it to be with someone who doesn't insist your wear a dress and little white cap all the time.

At least with a fart you can blame it on the dog.

Ahhhhh. Yes, that would not go over well....I most definitely prefer to be naked in warm weather. Also, I doubt I could live without 'lectricity and the whole Internet thing. I suppose they are also against thongs, CFM lace-up boots and everything else that makes life, er, "interesting".

[J Swan]

I don't know about the thongs - I'll have to check that out on the next windy day we have. That would be something.

It's been so godawful hot here that I actually wanted to take my shirt off when we were putting soffits up on the barn project from hell - but I figured I'd frighten small children or make the elders blush so I didn't do it. No amount of sucking it in would have helped!

[fullmoon fever]

Ahhhhh, therein lies the beauty of having a 50 acre farm with two road frontages, the third "frontage" (backage?) being a railway line with a swamp on the far side and the final side being WT/redneck neighbours (who are absolute dears) cordoned off with privacy fencing. I so love being able to walk out the door wearing only a towel and just slide into my pool au naturel. :winkgrin:

[AC & Ty]

My truck (temporarily): 2003 Dodge 1500
My trailer: 1987 Kingston two horse (NO BELLS AND WHISTLES...it's holds the horses and that's it...)
My Dogs: Black Lab (CareBear the Genius) and a Mini Dachsund, Bubba
My Cats: Cookie, Lucky, and Magoo
My Horses: 2 TB's, Ty and Jeffrey

My BANK ACCOUNT: $0...........:lol: :lol: :lol:

My house: Dirt and sawdust on the floor, kitty hair on the couch, horse magazines all over

My car: Mud on the backseat from CareBear the Genius, more dirt and sawdust in floorboards

My camera....Nikon N70.........yes, I haven't managed to get a digital yet....still in the dark ages.........

So back on topic.....the polo meet and greet sounds great....never been to a polo match...(is that what they're called???) :)

[J Swan]

Ahhhhhh - I knew I liked foxhunters for a reason. Real folks with dogs and cats that leave hair on the carpet (which you don't mind at all), horse magazines, and trucks.

Well - y'all single folk get together at Great Meadows and watch the polo - since I'm old, fat and married I'll stay home and work on my embroidery and can some more tomato sauce.

[Hunter's Rest]

I'm up for polo. They call it Twilight Polo at Great Meadow. Every Saturday at 7 (til around 10 or 10:30 pm) at GM in The Plains. Its fun. $$ to get in but I can ferry people in with my press pass. We could do a guided 'potluck' (guided so we don't end up with 6 recipes of chicken. Or 6 tins of brownies.)
I'll drive my truck. Yes 4x4. No not diesel. Does the fact that its a Ford count for anything? That its a V10??!
JSwan. What are you suggesting? That we put Redline man in the middle of a room (enclosed) and put a single white CotH foxhunter in each corner and see who he goes to?? I'd vote for mudwrestling myself.

[sycee]

Abby! Shame on you for not telling me about this thread!!!
My standards for dating have fallen dramatically since I moved back to Virginia. It's sad.
I'm even considering guys significantly shorter than me... A whole 4 inches shorter!! Life is hard as a tall girl :(
Can I come browse at the polo match too?!

[jsm]

Count me in I love meeting new friends especially if there is a chance of meeting the elusive opposite sex, I just need a little advance notic ecoming from northern MD. As it so happens I do not own a house but i do have a 3/4 ton diesal ford truck and sundowner trailer gooseneck with dressing room for my one lonesome horse.

[SteeleRdr]

I'm afraid I probably won't make it (and I think I'd be close to the youngest one at the event, no offense to anyone). But, I'd be interested in knowing the male:female ratio. As of yet sounds like more of a "hen fest" than a single's meeting.

But, if anyone knows an under 30, STRAIGHT, horsey guy, who is self-sufficient, let me know!!!!

[SteeleRdr]

I didn't say it was an old hen fest, I just said hen fest. Sorry if you took that badly, it's just what the guys I ride with at my farm call it when it's just the girls hanging around the barn, (it's mainly myself, 23, my sister, 18, the barn owner, old enough to be my mom, and another lady, also old enough to be my mom). I love them all to death, but a hen fest was not meant to be derogatory, just a term we use around the farm often when it's just the girls. And I didn't mean to say anyone was "old", but I know the ages of a few of the posters, and they are older than I am, hence why I said I would probably be one of the younger one's there. I have been around many aspects of horses (polo, hunting, jumpers, hunters, eventing), and wow it's hard to find a nice, honest, smart, straight guy who isn't conceited or a jerk. I'll settle for all of the above, as long as they have SOME interest in horses. I can always teach him to ride!

Also, my Saturday's are booked with weddings and such until October!!!

[fullmoon fever]

I'm afraid I probably won't make it (and I think I'd be close to the youngest one at the event, no offense to anyone).

Well bless your heart! I am definitely not offended. :)

[phoebetrainer]

Well Redline Guy, I obviously owe you a great apology. BUT where are all the other single, straight men? Do you hide behind a camera all the time? Does no one in your area know you exist? Bring your friends!!

[AC & Ty]

Rachel...my apologies...

But we really need to consider this polo match outing...

A bunch of sweaty, good-looking men in semi-revealing breeches riding polo ponies, AND who are straight???????

And I'm sure there is alcohol involved somewhere...

Does anyone have a room we can squat in for the night, 'cause we ain't drivin' back to Orange!!!! :lol: :lol: :lol: Or maybe we'll just camp in a horse trailer...:winkgrin:

And as far as Sycee and I are concerned...we like em' OVER 6 feet...6'3" and up preferably.....

[Hunter's Rest]

I will be at Great Meadow Polo tomorrow night (Saturday, July 29). And, actually they are having another horse thing starting at 3 pm - they're calling it a 'new' horse sport, DerbyCross, but, really, its just a public x-country schooling session. Anyway, I"ll be there for that, and hang around for the polo. Probably, what with kiddie camp going on at my farm, I will not be doinga picnic but instead running back into Marshall to grab a burger at Fosters' between events.
Anybody that wants to join in, please call my cell - 540-229-2048 - or email and we'll hook up.
Warning: polo is fun and yes, all the men are straight. But there are dozens of young pretties in tight short dresses and high heels (seriously) with makeup (more than just a swipe of mascara like the rest of us horse girls, I mean) so I've never actually thought polo a realistic shopping mall. And the hispanic polo boys are nice to look at but are mostly even less learn-ed than usual. And the patrons are older (much) and spoken for (though that seems to matter little when sweet pretties drape themselves over the patrons for awards presentations and whatnot.)

[In the Air]

Another single and available gal here. Can someone post a link to FOL?
Thanks

[AC & Ty]

DAMN those little pretties in their short, tight dresses....AND HEELS??? In a field??? Are you serious????

Well, they're only nice to look at...and the boys grow weary of them sooner or later...and then they want a real woman. A real woman who can ride to hounds, throw hay, AND cook him a HELL of a dinner. And can I add CHANGE MY OWN OIL in my truck. SO THERE.

Well, it'd be fun to get a little loopy, smear my one coat of mascara, and poke fun at the groupies. ;)

SYCEE...call me (540)672-8594...if you are contemplating going!!!

[fullmoon fever]

Mascara? Do they make some kind that shavings, dust, dog hair, etc. doesn't stick to? Oy, I may just have to take the current DH to some sort of swap meet. :(

[Hunter's Rest]

A swap meet? A SWAP MEET???! I think we have a winner.
We can arrange some sort of social outing - food and drink, perhaps a nice horse sports event going on in the background - and everyone brings a husband, or boyfriend, or friend, or all three, that they're willing to trade in. Perhaps make nametags and CVs for all the trades - like a sticker on a used car - so us shoppers can see the 'goods' before purchase. Maybe some sort of test drive or trial period.
And, alas, ladies, seems like our Redline Romeo has gone missing again. Did we scare him off? I think the changing your own oil claim, while true and valid and most cool, might frighten off all but the most sensitive of men ....

[AC & Ty]

...and everyone brings a husband, or boyfriend, or friend, or all three, that they're willing to trade in. Perhaps make nametags and CVs for all the trades - like a sticker on a used car - so us shoppers can see the 'goods' before purchase. Maybe some sort of test drive or trial period.
And, alas, ladies, seems like our Redline Romeo has gone missing again. Did we scare him off? I think the changing your own oil claim, while true and valid and most cool, might frighten off all but the most sensitive of men ....:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

LOFF the trade in idea...A LA Sex in the City party where everyone brought their old boyfriends...etc....of course, sometimes I tell my self, now there's got to be a reason WHY she didn't want him....

And yes...the changing of the oil does tend to spook a few...and then SOMETIMES it gets them...because then they have to "show me the CORRECT way".....:winkgrin: :winkgrin: :winkgrin:

Yes ma'am....I AM EVIL...... AH HA HA HA HA......

[fullmoon fever]

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

LOFF the trade in idea...A LA Sex in the City party where everyone brought their old boyfriends...etc....of course, sometimes I tell my self, now there's got to be a reason WHY she didn't want him....

True, but one man's meat is another man's poison, so they say. There are lots of things I can put up with and some I'm tired of dealing with. A change is as good as a rest and all those other cliches.

[Redline Guy]

And, alas, ladies, seems like our Redline Romeo has gone missing again. Did we scare him off? I think the changing your own oil claim, while true and valid and most cool, might frighten off all but the most sensitive of men ....

Nope, had to run some errands and go to the lab to pick up the last couple days photos, so's I kin get them out to my customers. They tend to get a bit cranky if it takes too long to get the work out. Besides you ladies had me distracted all day yesterday. I had to keep checking back to get the latest laugh or see who had Diet Coke running from their nose.

Changing the "awl" is cool! Heck, it'd save me some time. The test drive worries me a bit, though. What's next? You gonna kick my tires? :D

[fullmoon fever]

The test drive worries me a bit, though. What's next? You gonna kick my tires? :D

When one is looking for a new mount, a test ride is always appropriate. However, it is extremely rude to kick its hooves/tires/whatever. :winkgrin:

[AC & Ty]

I would NEVER EVER purchase without a test ride. OR...is some cases...

A PRE PURCHASE EXAM.

Snort away, ladies...I'm here for your amusement...

Redline is game though..will say that for him...;)

[melliebay Aefvue Farms Chesapeake Bay]

You guys are too much! I am cracking up over here. After years on the show circuit, I realized that the vast majority of relationships in the horse world were extremely dysfunctional at best. I relegated myself to a life of dating "non-horsey" men.

I can vouch for Redline Guy, my horse almost ran him over at a show last year and he had a great sense of humor about it!

[Redline Guy]

Now see?

You gals have gone and sucked me right back into your web. :D I just returned from mailing out packages of joy and had to get back on here to see what ya'll had gotten into now.

You guys are too much! I am cracking up over here. After years on the show circuit, I realized that the vast majority of relationships in the horse world were extremely dysfunctional at best.
You mean all relationships are not?? LOL

I can vouch for Redline Guy, my horse almost ran him over at a show last year and he had a great sense of humor about it!
I was probably somewhere I shouldn't have been or doing something I shouldn't have been doing.;)

[SimpsoMatt]

Nothing scary about changing oil ... but some of us were eliminated by the "shrimps under 6'3 need not apply"

[melliebay Aefvue Farms Chesapeake Bay]

Now see?

I was probably somewhere I shouldn't have been or doing something I shouldn't have been doing.;)

This is true...you were in the middle of the ring taking pictures! It was my horse's first show with me and he lacks brakes on a good day. Needless to say, you noticed. This is him on that fateful day:

http://www.photoreflect.com/scripts/prsm.dll?eventorder?photo=0AOJ000I020003&start=0&album=0&adjust=-1

He's a heck of a photographer, ladies! Snatch him up!

[Hunter's Rest]

Yes, test drive and then a good long trial period. But I'd be willing to put down a deposit, post-dated, of course ....
Wow, Redline. You've got the natives restless. I can almost smell the pheremones all the way nestled against the mountains over here.
You're pretty damned game. I'll give you that. You coming to polo? If you're taller than 5'7" and white, you'll be oh-so-fresh meat at polo tomorrow. Might be a feeding frenzy. Wonder if WateryGlen is up for a little love-in? She usually does Friday polo at Chetwood, but maybe we can call her into Great Meadow as a referee or something. Sounds like tossing Redline into the lion's pit would be like throwing a freshly severed horse leg into the Casanova Hunt kennels ....
Oh, and re: the assertion that 'for every cutie pie that you chat up at the bar, there's some guy at home who's sick of her shit ....' -- yup. Agreed.

[HerefortheParty]

Oh, and re: the assertion that 'for every cutie pie that you chat up at the bar, there's some guy at home who's sick of her shit ....' -- yup. Agreed.
:lol: :lol: :lol:

[Redline Guy]

He's a heck of a photographer, ladies! Snatch him up!

Kind words indeed. However, I just push a button (hopefully at the right instant) You and your partner did the work!

[sycee]

AC~ As much as I appreciate any help I can get, I have long ago lowered my personal height standards to a more reasonable 5'10" :P
That way, I'm only 4 inches taller than the low end of my standard... Assuming I wear flats and, to keep it slightly horse related, find my guy a decent pair of cowboy boots, we may possibly look eye to eye.
And to the one girl who thought she'd be the youngest by far, I'm 24 so you wouldn't be the youngest by THAT much :)

[Redline Guy]

Wow, Redline. You've got the natives restless. You coming to polo? If you're taller than 5'7" and white, you'll be oh-so-fresh meat at polo tomorrow.

First the good news: Am taller than 5'7" (not by much, 5'8" lil bit more if'n I wear muh boots). And I'm not as mean as my profile pic looks. That is one of a very few photos of me. I'm a photographer, not a photographee. It was shot by one of my hired guns. I was caught off guard, don't allow our cameras to be pointed at me and was probably about to say something like: Hey, I'm not paying you to take pictures of me. Now get to work, dammit!"

Now the bad news: We had a job for Sunday pending and the client called a short time ago to say all of the details had been worked out and it's a go. While I was looking forward to a roadtrip out to GM (beautiful place BTW), Saturday night will now be a school night. 4 years into the 5 year bidness plan and the bank, the mortgage company and the crew that works for me REALLY want me to do this job.

I'm sure I'll get flamed as a tease or labeled as "All $hit and no git", just trying to be responsible.

Perhaps another time?

[Redline Guy]

Dang sycee, ya stole my boot thunder!

That's OK as a photographer, I'm used to looking up at you ladies.

[petesperson]

I'm just a lurker (alas, not single, not a foxhunter, and not near VA), but I checked the profile and, my goodness... Redline Guy is a ringer for Burt Reynolds, circa early 70s! (us older gals can't help but recall that famous Cosmo spread...or was it Playgirl...)... I fear that the horse leg in the kennels metaphor might be a bit *too* apt... scary situation, indeed...

[Hunter's Rest]

It was Playgirl.

[SteeleRdr]

Ah, another youngin' too, Sycee! And wow, you're tall!!! Although, I'm not that tall, I do also have a height requirement...

I believe I also may have also almost run over Redline Guy at an event a few years ago at Full Moon...I believe you were in my way on XC and I didn't have much for breaks on a green horse. You realized and jumped out of the way! That was about 3 years ago, I think.

Anyways, you ladies enjoy the polo match and do report back! I will be in Middleburg tomorrow and at the Dominion Tent sale also, but then I'm off to MD to go to a family event...ugh!

[2ndyrgal]

Having taken an "ehem" random sampling over my interesting life so far, I will submit the following observations...

Even some smaller horses "ride big" and...

Height makes no difference when you're in the tack, or lying down.

Just random thoughts. Oh, and you 23, and 24 year olds, for pitty's sake, you do not want a "horsey" guy, you want someone that can keep you in the lifestyle to which you would like to be accustomed to while you pursue your little horsey pursuits. Leave the jaded "mature" "what you see is what you get, "no,really" set to the ladies who have already started the greenies and now want something "made". may not completely pass the vet, and may have some "issues" but "knows his job".

[fullmoon fever]

2ndyrgal - My sentiments exactly! Although any "vices" and "issues" should be fully disclosed. Some of us can deal with various behaviours, such as weaving and nipping. However, personally, I won't put up with those that run fencelines and jump into the neighbor's yard. ;)

[sycee]

LOL
While I have thoroughly enjoyed this thread, I am not actively "hunting" for a "horsey husband"! I'm barely making it through the days I have without having to make time for a guy too!! Edited to add, if anyone knows of someone who would like to support me and allow me to become accustomed to the lifestyle I'm certain that I would enjoy, please, let me know!
And while some horses "ride big", sometimes you just have to realize that you've outgrown your pony years :P Some people can argue that lots of tall people ride small horses in the western and saddle seat worlds, but it isn't too often that you see very tall people showing very small horses in the hunters :)

[jsm]

Oh well you have to count me out as itis over this time. Haven't had time to check e-mailrecently. Interested to know how it goes!!?? Maybe next time. By the way my heightrequirements are slightly less< I'm only 5'4'" so any one over 5'5"-5'6" is fine by me! Can't change oil but can change a flat tire in about 15 mins if I have the right equipment!!!

[Alagirl]

:confused: Is this something like the redneck wanted add? Seeking woman with boat etc send picture of boat...

[Painted Wings]

After reading about all the predatory foxhunting singles out there, it really makes me glad I'm married as I certainly don't have time for dating.

Speaking of qualified men, my husband's family owns a tack store and he came with a great, foxhunting paint horse. I married for leather, or maybe I wanted his horse. Twenty years later who can remember.

Icing on the cake was a year after we got married his parents bought a beautiful farm hacking distance from the hunt club.

The truck came later, but now we've got a great Ford F-250 diesel.

Ladies, Back off!

[MuleLady]

This is a HILARIOUS thread! I'm happily married but still...don't mind ogling "fine art" when I see it...even if I'm not interesting in a "purchase" ... :lol:

BTW...my DH bakes bread from scratch, loves the critters, and can wield a chainsaw like a lumberjack. AND is occasionally prone to running me a bubble bath and serving champagne while I soak. He's a keeper for sure. When we met, I figured he was about 6" shorter than my "standards" but he is about an inch taller than me and it's all worked out just fine.

[wateryglen]

Mulelady! NO horse husband bragging in this thread please!! ;) Don't you remember? JndSwans husband already won that contest! And Mr. Waterglen kinda came in third I think....anyway.....lets do our part for the singles....I owe my married friends for their "fixing me up" so lets be good married friends to our fellow foxhuntin' friends.
But you guys GOTTA change your standards....you never know when someone older, shorter, fatter,younger, missing teeth..whatever...will become the love of your life....better yet THEY might have a friend that's the future love....I think the secret is to be active in groups or get exposed to lots of folks socially. NEVER miss ANY kind of hunt social opportunity....hound shows, competitions, joint meets(monster meet breakfasts are good places to meet/greet!) And don't be shy....chat with the person in the line in front of you. Make lots of friends!! Friends have friends who have friends who know someone.....get it?!!
And you never know when someone you've known for a few years thats in your social group will suddenly become a closer friend. Be open to all options! I like friends who BECOME lovers better than the opposite I think.....
I am available for consulting.....I don't charge much......:winkgrin: or refereeing...or cooking for the singles party I hope I get invited to cuz I hates to miss a party EVER.
And yeah, I hate those skinny girls in froo-froo hairdo's with heels on in tight skirts, thongs, no bras(a favorite Great Meadows hobby of Mr. Wateryglens) at Great Meadows too......They block my view of the polo.....damned hairdo's.....If you decide to come....YOU will have to notch it up girls...the competition didn't have to feed the horses before THEY came!!! Mr. WG & I used to sit up on the hillside and watch the girls walking (parading their goods I should say...) and I'd tell him WHOSE boobs were fake/real. I'm a nurse ya know...I can tell....."bout got Mr. WG trained...he's getting better at telling!!:lol:
So practice your parading and get out your bad bra's!!! :cool:

[MuleLady]

Oops, my bad, Sorry, hee hee.

Parade the goods? I think arm wrestling is a better way to tell if a guy is compatible with ya. I mean...who'd want some wimpy noodle of a guy??? Well...okkkkaaaay....if he was a trust fund baby with 10 silver spoons in his mouth, one could put up with a lot. For awhile anyway.

Oh wait. That is the cynical me. S'posed to keep that one under wraps. Heh heh.

[AC & Ty]

Okay, I have got to see these girls we are talking about...but don't worry...I can most likely chuck one over each shoulder if necessary. I didn't spend 8 years in the Marine Corps learning how to do my hair...

Oh, to find the ultimate horsey man...woe is me...but is the elusive one out there???? The accomplished rider, funny, take 'em anywhere, get along with everyone, romantic, sweet, sexy, good-looking, handles alcohol well and WILL dance with you, capable of intellegent conversation, holder of the trust fund, AND last but DEFINITELY not least...good in the sack MAN....is he out there????

Oh to find the one...

But I digress...who went to polo Saturday???? Anything interesting happen???

[MuleLady]

AC....wake up hon...wake up...you were dreaming...

heh heh heh.

you forgot one criteria: an ego not larger than capabilities.

[AC & Ty]

you forgot one criteria: an ego not larger than capabilities.

YEAH.

In the sack.

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

I crack myself up. :yes:

[Hunter's Rest]

He IS out there. I just ended (well, sort of) a 4 year relationship with THAT MAN. I'll introduce anyone who wants.
European good looks
Great rider
Great lover
Great kisser
Great communicator
Great fun
Great great great dancer (lindy hop and west coast swing - very very good at it and loves to dance)
Good in company

The problem? 'Just wasn't sure' for too long so I finally broke it off for good. Still friends, though, so .... free to good home.

[Hunter's Rest]

Oh, and re: polo. Nothing too interesting. I took a couple of 'tweens so I was sort of tied down but the usual suspects were there. Swarthy hispanic players (slightly sweaty), prep boys in their ties and shorts (slightly ridiculous, slightly buzzed), 100 pound 5'7" girls with naturally curly hair, low slung pants, belly shirts, just slightly too much makeup (for the outdoor occasion, I mean) and slightly too high sandal heels (again, for hte occassion.)
I didn't get propositioned (not by a sweaty player, nor by a lily white frat boy.) Sigh.
Redline. Why won't you come out and play. You seem to be the only fresh meat on the market. At least the only willing participant in this foxhunting lovefest.
Or did we scare you back under your rock with talk of turbodiesel torque??

[fullmoon fever]

So practice your parading and get out your bad bra's!!! :cool:

Erm, I save my "bad bras" for the boudouir. I rarely wear one and, although I'm 38C, my girls don't need anymore support than a tight t-shirt or a shelf-top camisole thingy. I suppose that's, TMI, but at this point in my life I really don't give a damn. :winkgrin:

As for standards, mine are not outrageous unless you consider a full mouth of teeth (real or boughten ones, don't matter). :D

[Hunter's Rest]

Hot damn. Where is the Lightfoot???!
Sort of like Wife Swap but different. I think each attendee needs to bring somebody to share with the group ... sort of an offering to the Hunt Gods.
Anybody else up for going on Aug. 12???!

[SidesaddleRider]

Oh, to find the ultimate horsey man...woe is me...but is the elusive one out there???? The accomplished rider, funny, take 'em anywhere, get along with everyone, romantic, sweet, sexy, good-looking, handles alcohol well and WILL dance with you, capable of intellegent conversation, holder of the trust fund, AND last but DEFINITELY not least...good in the sack MAN....is he out there????

Oh, he's out there all right...and he's mine, all mine! You can't have him! ;)

[MuleLady]

Too bad I'll be floating around on an aircraft carrier that day (Family Day on the Roosevelt in Norfolk; stepdaughter is attached to that ship)...be kinda fun to go incognito and watch all you single gals in action!

Are they gonna do the 5-minute date thing where you shuffle from table to table, have five minutes to make an impression and just enough time to exchange cards and jot down notes about each other? That might be entertaining.

Another fun thing to do would be to randomly assign couples and get the women to see how long it takes to clicker train the man to do some pre-selected task. Trainability is another quality one must look for in a good man.

[Elghund2]

You ladies are awfully picky. I really think you must be relationship-phobic.

[Hunter's Rest]

Hmphf, Elghund. You know all the good ones are taken ....
Oooooh, Mule lady. You're onto something. Clicker training Hurry Dating. I love it. Maybe we could have a Trainer's Challenge like they do with NH trainers at those horse expos - each trainer gets assigned an unbroke 2yo and has 3 days (at, and during, the expo) to teach it to ride and then on the last day they demo the horse and the audience chooses a winner.
What can be our litmus test of biddability? Gets the doors for us, but only when convenient? Pulls out our chair for us? Picks up a dropped handkerchief? Catches us when we faint? Carries us when we twist an ankle on our too-high heels at a field polo match????!
MuleLady needs to come up with a written form for us singletons to carry along to the Trainers Challenge next Saturday ...

[fullmoon fever]

Hmphf, Elghund. You know all the good ones are taken ....
Oooooh, Mule lady. You're onto something. Clicker training Hurry Dating. I love it. Maybe we could have a Trainer's Challenge like they do with NH trainers at those horse expos - each trainer gets assigned an unbroke 2yo and has 3 days (at, and during, the expo) to teach it to ride and then on the last day they demo the horse and the audience chooses a winner.
What can be our litmus test of biddability? Gets the doors for us, but only when convenient? Pulls out our chair for us? Picks up a dropped handkerchief? Catches us when we faint? Carries us when we twist an ankle on our too-high heels at a field polo match????!
MuleLady needs to come up with a written form for us singletons to carry along to the Trainers Challenge next Saturday ...

My vote goes to HAS A JOB and is not a freaking whiner. :rolleyes:

[MuleLady]

I think we shall have to dub this event

THE ROAD TO THE MAN

Hmmmm, the requirements. Okay, in three days, the man must:

> Not spook or shy when accompanying you into a scented candle store
> Offer to rub your feet at the slightest "leg aid" and then thoroughly massage each one for 15 minutes without faltering or application of spurs
> Demonstrate the ability to respond instantly to many, fast-paced, possibly conflicting commands in a manner that shows he is totally tuned in to your needs and desires
> Use at least three kitchen or laundry room appliances without guidance (bonus points if he folds laundry, too)
> Muck and re-bed a stall to perfection
> Exhibit a current pay stub (bonus points if he hands over the paycheck)
> Say "Let's just go hang out with the horses."

Is that too much to accomplish in three days? Hmmm...might need to use a kolrahbi stick as well as a clicker.

[SimpsoMatt]

Elghund's right ... y'all must really be commitment-phobic to insist on standards that can't be met by any existing human. You want us to jump through all these hoops for you, and for what? I was racking my brain trying to think of a corresponding list of requirements that men would look for in a mate, and I realized I couldn't think of any, because we just aren't that demanding. We're much easier to please. As someone wisely stated in another thread on this BB: "Men are easy .. if he's not horny, make him a sandwich". But, to get this sandwich, you expect us to act like those Queer Eye guys? No thanks.

[fullmoon fever]

SimpsoMatt - I'm with you there! I don't want to go into a scented candle shop, so I'm certainly not going to subject a man to that! If I want a foot massage, I'll go to the masseur....unless the guy really wants to do it.

I'm not complex, I don't have a lot of wants/needs in a guy (see above). I'm not picky and I can make sandwiches, although ex-in-waiting does not care for my sandwiches. He says butter is offensive. :rolleyes:

[Elghund2]

[QUOTE=MuleLady]I think we shall have to dub this event

> Not spook or shy when accompanying you into a scented candle store
> Offer to rub your feet at the slightest "leg aid" and then thoroughly massage each one for 15 minutes without faltering or application of spurs Depends on what I get in return
> Demonstrate the ability to respond instantly to many, fast-paced, possibly conflicting commands in a manner that shows he is totally tuned in to your needs and desires
> Use at least three kitchen or laundry room appliances without guidance (bonus points if he folds laundry, too)
> Muck and re-bed a stall to perfection
> Exhibit a current pay stub (bonus points if he hands over the paycheck)
> Say "Let's just go hang out with the horses."

QUOTE]

1. No
2. Depends on what I get in return
3. No get your thoughts organized first
4. I already do all the cooking. Do your own damm laundry
5. The horse care is mine
6. Your nutsif you think I'll hand it over
7. Maybe

[Renard]

WOW!!!???????

"Originally Posted by Hunter's Rest
He IS out there. I just ended (well, sort of) a 4 year relationship with THAT MAN. I'll introduce anyone who wants.
European good looks
Great rider
Great lover
Great kisser
Great communicator
Great fun
Great great great dancer (lindy hop and west coast swing - very very good at it and loves to dance)
Good in company

The problem? 'Just wasn't sure' for too long so I finally broke it off for good. Still friends, though, so .... free to good home."

HR sent me this thread, she could not help herself. I am THAT MAN. Ok this is kind of funny "free to a good home"
She said that she will throw the halter.
I hope this a good quality alter and actually I am sure that I could come with free delivery for qualified taker:):):)
Anyway I am impressed by the compliment from HR. Thank you very much....

If there is any taker for this "auction" a word of warning, it will be tough to go after HR, one of the most remarkable, exceptional women I have ever met.... Up to the challenge or did this statement blow it???
In case there is an auction "winner": HR told me one day that she felt like sending flowers to my ex girlfriend, so I imagine that you would be expected to send her some.

Cheers :):)
PS: HR edited the post... :):)

[MuleLady]

SimpsoMatt said: "...to insist on standards that can't be met by any existing human"

Wrong-o....but then, I'm basing that on MY personal reality.

Geeze boys, don't getcher panties in a twist. Some people are okay with a sandwich, some want the whole enchilada. ;) :lol: And every once in awhile, a little caviar won't kill ya.

[Foxhunt4me]

I have been away from this board for a while - things sure have changed !

[melliebay Aefvue Farms Chesapeake Bay]

Alright, can we get a pic of HR's perfect man? Renard? Come on, you know you have one somewhere....

[Painted Wings]

Ha, one of our Missouri girls stole one of your Virginia men right out from under your noses at Aldi just over a year ago. He's now happily hunting with Bridlespur and engaged to one of the MFHs.

I do say he looks to be a keeper too. A little high strung for my tastes but fits well with his chosen one.

I'm hoping to get him to help me whip to my foot pack. I hear he's got great legs!

[Hunter's Rest]

Not sure I'm 'allowed' to post pix here. I'll put one on my website. Should be there by tomorrow. www.huntersrest.net

[J Swan]

Painted Wings - are you referring to the delectable Ron? We liked foothunting with him because he was the only one that could run faster than the hounds!

[Painted Wings]

Of course that is whom I am referring to. I'm hoping to get him out with my beagles as soon as the weather cools off. It's 100+ here in Missouri. We've got one really good bitch who's a little too independant however. I need a really good whip to get her shaped up. I'm tired of spending hours in the woods looking for her.

Here's the happy couple

http://www.pbase.com/lesliegra/image/56880717

Can't believe you girls let that one get away!

[MyGiantPony]

Not sure I'm 'allowed' to post pix here. I'll put one on my website. Should be there by tomorrow. www.huntersrest.net (http://www.huntersrest.net)

Yum.

[J Swan]

Ron will get that hound ship shape in no time. If nothing else - he'll be able to keep up with the darn thing! Those long legs....

Yeah - don't know how we managed to let him out of our clutches - the ladies in the basset pack cooed over him all the time!

He had a nice little Cleveland Bay mare - I think he took her with him when he left Virginia.

Well - our loss is your gain. I like eye candy just as much as the next girl - he sure was easy on the eyes. Nice guy, too. Good with hounds.



Of course that is whom I am referring to. I'm hoping to get him out with my beagles as soon as the weather cools off. It's 100+ here in Missouri. We've got one really good bitch who's a little too independant however. I need a really good whip to get her shaped up. I'm tired of spending hours in the woods looking for her.

Here's the happy couple

http://www.pbase.com/lesliegra/image/56880717

Can't believe you girls let that one get away!

[Hunter's Rest]

Ok, gals. The ex Mr. HR is now in living color on my website. Last photo down, the new one. Mmmmmm. Take a look.
Also, hope his appearance here did not spook any of you. I just could not keep the grins and giggles to myself. I'd think you 'shoppers' (tire-kickers?) would think his amused good humour about being auctioned off online to a bunch of frothing hungry wild-eyed strangers would count for bonus points. Handsome? Good rider? Intelligent? Check. Good humour? Double-check.
Carry on, ladies .... What am I bid??

[Hunter's Rest]

Oh, dear. It just occured to me this thread might get shut down - remember the 'no advertising' policy? Do you think that applies to human trafficking??

[fullmoon fever]

Ok, gals. The ex Mr. HR is now in living color on my website. Last photo down, the new one. Mmmmmm. Take a look.
Also, hope his appearance here did not spook any of you. I just could not keep the grins and giggles to myself. I'd think you 'shoppers' (tire-kickers?) would think his amused good humour about being auctioned off online to a bunch of frothing hungry wild-eyed strangers would count for bonus points. Handsome? Good rider? Intelligent? Check. Good humour? Double-check.
Carry on, ladies .... What am I bid??

Sounds good, but I'll have to withhold any comments on looks for later. Ex-in-waiting decided that HE needed to try the new broadband on Saturday, so I have been w/o ever since (as he can't figure out how to put it back on my computer and it doesn't work on his). It was very nice to have broadband, for 8 hours or so. :rolleyes:

[Painted Wings]

Yeah, all this advertising, I think the whole lot of us will get suspended and essentially shut the whole Hunting Forum down.

[wateryglen]

Gawd this thread is busting me up!! We gotta think of a foxhunting test (to keep it foxhunting related on this BB) to put your candidates through because after all....it's the FOXHUNTING we really care about right!??!!! :winkgrin:
Some of you are SOOOOO SUPERFICIAL!!! Like trucks or ability to bed a stall really matters......!:lol: I mean....really!......I guess if he can AFFORD to hunt he's a keeper?!!!
Wateryglen continues to wipe spewed liquids off her screen and thinks ya"ll are just tooooo picky.........:D
So....for the test :cool: ....can he trot a coop? Does he call'em dogs?! Does he know what a bitch in heat acts like?! Does he always arrive promptly at a meet?! And of course, I am generalizing about "he's".....

[MuleLady]

HR: Got to appreciate a man who looks that good on a horse!

[AC & Ty]

Does he know what a bitch in heat acts like?!


NOW THERE'S the question of the day.........

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[MuleLady]

AC I can't wait to meet you. You are SO freakin funny.

[fullmoon fever]

Does he know what a bitch in heat acts like?!

Any man exposed to this thread is sure to recognize a bitch pack. :D

[AC & Ty]

I do try, I do...;)

Men like me for sense of humor...and for my lack of drama and hysterics...I find no reason to get my panties in a knot for any little reason. Now if my panties are SEVERELY twisted, then there's a problem...

Pretty much everything is funny if you look at it a certain way. This thread has been hysterical...these poor few men on here...being passed around like a piece of meat and described like a cheap personal ad...oh lord help me if I ever meet these guys...the only thing I'll be able to do is turn a brillant shade of burgundy and giggle...

Of course being in the military and seeing THAT drama...(deployments v/s wives at home) makes drama here seem like high school. Hence the reason I simply giggle and shake my head...

I am always up for a laugh...and always smiling after my rounds at the shows, be they mediocre or stellar...and always groaning and laughing after I slime (that's what it looks like) down the side of my horse after hunting...and then all I want to know is....WHO BROUGHT THE BEER?????????? :lol: :lol: :lol:

[MyGiantPony]

Oh, dear. It just occured to me this thread might get shut down - remember the 'no advertising' policy? Do you think that applies to human trafficking??

That depends. Is Erin single? :lol:

[AC & Ty]

That depends. Is Erin single? :lol:

OH MY GOSH...I'll try not to twist a gut from stifling laughter as to not disturb my co-workers...or to make them think I'm not working..............which I'm not.:D

TOUCHE...

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Dices]

This thread is too funny!:D