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HORSE TREAT SECRET SANTA: official info!! [ALL EMAILS SENT!]

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  • #81
    I am out of town next week, so I will probably be getting all organized for the next weekend. I would like to have this SS and SS for Horse Rescues done before December...so Ted, DON'T GET AN ABCESS.
    www.specialhorses.org
    a 501(c)3 organization helping 501(c)3 equine rescues

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    • #82
      Jake wants to be a very special *treater*...because sharing his treats is a very special event for him. He has sent an inviting email to his recip but hasn't heard back. He's very sad about this.

      So, I ask on behalf of my boy...how DOES a SS pony best *engage* his treatee? I'd like Jakey to have fun with this so he'll want to share his treats every year, but if his giftee won't respond...what is he to do?

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      • #83
        Ted!!!

        My mommy told me I have to send treats to you. I know I can keep all the apple flavored things, but do you have any favorites besides Peeps? Mommy also has recipe books that she can make super yummy treats from if you want some of those. I will inhale pretty much any treat because I love food so much, but you probably wouldn't like everything that I eat.

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        • #84
          Hey Huey!!!

          Its your friendly cookie santa here checking in.
          My mom made an alter so you would not know who we were.
          but I can tell you we are a lot alike! I love all the stuff you do. So if there is something that you really like better than what your mommy wrote let me know! I get to taste test all the ones we pick out for you! Woo hoo!
          So that mean I get double the treats~!

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          • #85
            Jewel!

            My identity may not be too secret since your mom was the one to put this event together (kudos to her!). I see you're having a baby soon. I love babies! My mom even gave me one to raise because she wants the baby to be just like me! We both have quite a few things in common: I was rescued from quite a few bad situations in life, but now I'm fat and happy and have a home for the rest of my life.

            Now that I know your likes and dislikes, I'll make sure to send you wonderful, sugary yummies... of course I have to make sure they pass inspection first

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            • #86
              Hay, Jaybird! Your elf here! Trying my best to get the mares in the kitchen to make you some treats, but I sent some of them shopping too, so you'll get an assortment. I wanna keep you stocked up until holiday goodies arrive!

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                #87
                Originally posted by TreatGiver2Jewel! View Post
                My identity may not be too secret since your mom was the one to put this event together.
                I told the horses NOTHING. They will still be surprised! Jewel is delighted to have a buddy thinking of her!
                Shall I tell you what I find beautiful about you? You are at your very best when things are worst.
                Starman

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                • #88
                  Originally posted by Ted's Treat SS View Post
                  My mommy told me I have to send treats to you. I know I can keep all the apple flavored things, but do you have any favorites besides Peeps? Mommy also has recipe books that she can make super yummy treats from if you want some of those. I will inhale pretty much any treat because I love food so much, but you probably wouldn't like everything that I eat.
                  I like ALL treats. Molasses, sugar, they're all good. Crunchy, soft, they're all good. I LOVE bran mash, I especially love the stud muffin kind, if I could find their recipe that would be awesome, I would make my mom make it. I like peppermint stuff, I like licorice. I like rice krispie treats.

                  I am SO psyched!!!
                  Special Horses - equine volunteer to assist equines in need!
                  www.specialhorses.org

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                  • #89
                    Does Oreo have an elf?

                    I just came back from the barn and Oreo was a little sad
                    He knows we are baking goodies for another and wants them to be glad
                    But he wonders if someone is out there thinking of him too.

                    He's been a very, very good boy!
                    And he is very excited to try a new goodie or two.
                    I reassured him, that he will get some treats too.

                    I know Oreo's treat elf is out there somewhere.
                    I hope you are happy and don't have a care.

                    We'll be watching for treats, coming our way.
                    Maybe you are too shy to really say.

                    Have a good day elf, whomever you are...

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                    • #90
                      Don't worry oreo...

                      Originally posted by LoveToJump View Post
                      I just came back from the barn and Oreo was a little sad
                      He knows we are baking goodies for another and wants them to be glad
                      But he wonders if someone is out there thinking of him too.

                      He's been a very, very good boy!
                      And he is very excited to try a new goodie or two.
                      I reassured him, that he will get some treats too.

                      I know Oreo's treat elf is out there somewhere.
                      I hope you are happy and don't have a care.

                      We'll be watching for treats, coming our way.
                      Maybe you are too shy to really say.

                      Have a good day elf, whomever you are...
                      Harry is wondering the same thing! He has already started his treat selection....and he hopes he just has a silent SS this year!
                      Equus Doth Indeed Makeus Brokeus. Or Brokeus Meus -- when you have a baby warmblood, it could be either one!

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                        #91
                        I wish people, er, horses wouldn't stress over not hearing from their treat-givers. My horses and I have not contacted ours yet. Now I feel we have to, even though the info that they gave is plenty for me to shop with.

                        It won't be for a while though because our farm is going to flood and I am going to be running around like a banshee for the next several days. That makes the stress of not having communicated with a horse about treats kind of pale in comparison, at least temporarily!

                        Just think, your horse's elves may not even come back to read this thread. So they might not know that people are even communicating this way. Don't worry, be happy!
                        Shall I tell you what I find beautiful about you? You are at your very best when things are worst.
                        Starman

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                        • #92
                          No sweat. And I am lucky, I did hear from my elf. I have been pretty busy with SS for Horse Rescues, so I have not been as good but I have a good excuse, maybe not as good as the farm flooding.

                          STAY DRY!!
                          Special Horses - equine volunteer to assist equines in need!
                          www.specialhorses.org

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                          • #93
                            I'm not worrying about being contacted, though one of our elves did make contact. My boys like suprises and will chow down on nearly anything (including stuff they're not supposed to) so there's really not a big need to contact me for their preferences.

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                            • #94
                              Originally posted by JoZ View Post
                              It won't be for a while though because our farm is going to flood and I am going to be running around like a banshee for the next several days. That makes the stress of not having communicated with a horse about treats kind of pale in comparison, at least temporarily!
                              OH MY!!!! I would be more worried about my farm/flood issues, too!!!!

                              I am very excited to start shopping/baking this weekend and will hopefully have the treats out late next week! There's nothing wrong with getting them there for Thanksgiving, right?????

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                              • #95
                                JoZ - let us know if YOU need treats! SOunds like you're in for a tough time!
                                Special Horses - equine volunteer to assist equines in need!
                                www.specialhorses.org

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                                • #96
                                  Gringo...you should be very excited...

                                  Gringo, there is something that you need to know
                                  We've baked and baked and wrapped with a bow

                                  Treats, treats and more treats coming your way
                                  Well they should be there just about any day

                                  We thought you could use your treats early in the season
                                  There are plenty we're sending, so that is the reason

                                  Butterscotch, Cherry, Banana, Red Hot and more
                                  Well, there are even treats for your mom in store

                                  So, sample them all and enjoy each one
                                  I tried to go light on the sugar, didn't use a ton

                                  Happy Holidays to you and to your Mom.

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                                  • #97
                                    Gringo's super excited. He LOVES treats. Especially homemade ones. He'll definitely be sure to send you a response back once he's gotten them.

                                    Sheesh, I think both boys need to get started!!! And I need to get started on our rescue. Gonna do that this weekend.
                                    Proud owner of Gus & Gringo.
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                                    • #98
                                      Originally posted by LoveToJump View Post
                                      I just came back from the barn and Oreo was a little sad
                                      He knows we are baking goodies for another and wants them to be glad
                                      But he wonders if someone is out there thinking of him too.

                                      He's been a very, very good boy!
                                      And he is very excited to try a new goodie or two.
                                      I reassured him, that he will get some treats too.

                                      I know Oreo's treat elf is out there somewhere.
                                      I hope you are happy and don't have a care.

                                      We'll be watching for treats, coming our way.
                                      Maybe you are too shy to really say.

                                      Have a good day elf, whomever you are...
                                      Oreo -

                                      Your SS here. I sent you a PM back on the 5th, but I see that not having thumbs messed things up. I'm so sorry about that. I accidently added an "s" to Love... so it went to someone else entirely! I am so sorry. So, make sure you check your PMs. I'll resend it.

                                      I feel so horrible about it. I really do. I wasn't neglecting you. I thought the reverse. Shame on me. So, please do check your PMs.

                                      - Oreo's Elf.

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                                      • #99
                                        Yooooohoooooo - Minstrel & Truman -READ THIS!

                                        Minstrel & Truman,

                                        It's your secret santas! Our mom told us today that she bought a TON of ingredients to make TREATS on Sunday! She also said she's going to Equine Affaire tomorrow and is definitely picking up some treats there.

                                        We don't know about that Equine Affaire stuff. Or ingredients. But we think it means that we're getting some AWESOME goodies soon.....But that we also have to share with you guys! Oh well, I'm SURE Mom will make enough treats to go around!!!!!

                                        She said she's sending packages sometime next week....so maybe she'll send you some treats too?

                                        ~ Your Secret Santas - the young Arab mare and the Welsh Cob pony

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                                        • #100
                                          Originally posted by AlterAppy View Post
                                          Oreo -

                                          Your SS here. I sent you a PM back on the 5th, but I see that not having thumbs messed things up. I'm so sorry about that. I accidently added an "s" to Love... so it went to someone else entirely! I am so sorry. So, make sure you check your PMs. I'll resend it.

                                          I feel so horrible about it. I really do. I wasn't neglecting you. I thought the reverse. Shame on me. So, please do check your PMs.

                                          - Oreo's Elf.
                                          Please no worries...
                                          to your pm I did reply
                                          So happy to hear from you, my oh my

                                          Have a great week-end and enjoy yourself
                                          make sure your Mom let's you sample treats from my elf

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