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Not-So-Speedy Dressage

From Endurance to Dressage

Tag! You're it!

6/21/2013

 
Aw ... how nice!  Both Fly on Over and Calm, Forward, Straight gave us a Liebbster Blog Award. Thank you, ladies! If you're a blogger, you already know that the LBA has raced through the blogosphere. If you're not a blogger, the LBA is a lot like a chain letter.  You get picked and then you get to do the picking. Here's how this one works:

HOW TO ACCEPT THE AWARD: The Liebster Blog Award is a way to recognize blogs who have less than 200 followers. Liebster is a German word that means beloved and valued. Here are the rules for accepting the award:
  • Thank the person who nominated you and include a link back to their blog.
  • List 11 random facts about yourself.
  • Answer the 11 questions given to you.
  • Create 11 questions for the bloggers you nominate.
  • Choose 11 bloggers with 200 or fewer followers to nominate and include links to their blogs.
  • Go to each blogger's page and let them know you have nominated them.
11 Random Facts
  1. I was born in Fairbanks, Alaska in the middle of winter.
  2. During my mid-30s I learned how to cook, and much to my husband's surprise (and my own), I am actually pretty good at it.
  3. I don't like blueberries, not even in muffins.
  4. I am a Jeopardy fanatic and get the final "question" right at least 75% of the time.
  5. I am a huge NASCAR fan.
  6. I was the Garberville Rodeo Queen when I was 14 years old.
  7. I am 42 years old and have been with my husband for more than half my life.
  8. I don't eat fast food. Seriously - no McDonalds's, Burger King, or Taco Bell. If we're traveling, I might eat at a Subway.
  9. There is one plant in my house. It sits behind the kitchen sink, and I have never personally watered it. If it weren't for my husband, I would be living in a house on a dirt lot. 
  10. I've lived in this house longer than any other in my whole life; 8 years!
  11. Having to list eleven random facts is really messing with my OCD tendencies.
11 Questions Answered

1. What horse show would you love to show at, if money was no object? 
Not that I'm rich, but money's not usually the problem, ability is more my hold up. Right now, I would love to be able to make it to the California Dressage Society Championship Show. I need five qualifying scores; I have two.

2. Name one attribute that would be a deal-breaker for a horse you would like to purchase?
Lameness.

3. Name one piece of tack you covet. 
A REALLY nice bridle. My mom bought me a lovely Stübben, but I only use it to show. I would like a nice bridle to use for schooling, but I am too cheap to drop $200 on something that's going to get dusty every day.

4. Favorite equine website?
I visit the California Dressage Society's page a lot.

5. Describe your dream trailer. 
I actually own it already - a three horse goose neck with living quarters. And it's all mine! I just made the final payment in April.

6. Cats or Dogs?
Dogs, no question. 

7. Favorite 90's TV Show?
Truthfully, I don't watch a lot of television, but I remember the very first Simpsons episode that aired in December of 1989. I watched it all the way through the 90's and still watch if I catch an episode.

8. East coast or West coast?
West coast - not a fan of humidity!

9. Are you a girly-girl or a guys' girl? 
Neither. I am too much of a tomboy to be a girly-girl, but I hate beer which kicks me out of the boys' club!

10. Name one fear. 
Heights.

11. What's your favorite thing about yourself? 
I am without pretense.
11 Questions for You
  1. Where did you meet the love of your life? (Not met him yet? Where might you meet him?)
  2. You've just won the lottery. Would you quit your job?
  3. Black tack or brown?
  4. Where is one place you wouldn't want to visit?
  5. What's your favorite horse book?
  6. How many riding disciplines have you tried?
  7. Is there something you won't do with your horse?
  8. Favorite barn snack?
  9. Do you have a "guilty" pleasure?
  10. What's your favorite brand of potato chips?
  11. Do you prefer "fancy" breeches, or just plain jane?
11 Awesome Blogs (in no particular order)
  • Boots and Saddles
  • Avandarre in Dressage
  • Life at a Boarding Stable
  • Ride Groom Feed
  • A Horse Crazy American in Germany
  • Journey with a Dancing Horse
  • Haiku Farm
  • Sprinkler Bandits
  • Eventing in Color
  • Memoirs of a Horse Girl
  • Guinness on Tap
If you're still here ... I am taking Speedy G to an over-night clinic this morning, and while I will be back sometime Saturday, I have to get Sydney ready for an early Sunday show which means that I will see you on Monday. Have a great weekend!
Mia link
6/21/2013 12:30:41 am

Thank you so much, Karen! This is an awesome idea. And I'm touched you nominated me. Thank you!

Karen
6/22/2013 11:38:51 am

I love what you write, and wanted others to see it as well. :0)

Tracy
6/21/2013 01:41:59 am

I am the same way about schooling tack -- I have a tough time spending lots of money, but I usually get what I pay for, which means my schooling tack is just so-so.

Karen
6/22/2013 11:39:20 am

Exactly. :0)

Sarah link
6/21/2013 03:00:04 am

Thank you so much! =) I had you on my list but you beat me to it!

Karen
6/22/2013 11:40:00 am

I'm looking forward to your random answers!

Sandra
6/21/2013 08:01:55 am

What a great idea! I can't wait to check out all of the blogs you nominated!

Karen
6/22/2013 11:40:38 am

I've been doing the same thing - reading the nominated blogs. :0)


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    About the Writer and Rider

    ​I am a lifelong rider. 
    I began endurance riding in 1996 where I ultimately completed five, one-day 100 mile races, the 200-mile Death Valley Encounter, and numerous other 50, 65, and 75 mile races. I began showing dressage in 2010.
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    About Speedy G

    ​Speedy went from endurance horse to dressage horse. After helping me earn a USDF Bronze medal in the summer of 2020, he is now semi-retired. Speedy is a 2004, 15'1 hand, purebred Arabian gelding. His Arabian Horse Registry name is G Ima Starr FA.
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  • My Horses
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    • Imperioso
    • G Ima Starr FA
    • Sunshine
    • Nakota and Gideon
    • Corky
    • Sassy
    • Montoya DSA
    • Mickey Dee
    • Sydney
  • Show Results
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    • 2015
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    • 2010
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    • 2019 Dressage Tests
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    • Shopping List
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