tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post1619992810455783611..comments2023-10-28T00:51:22.112-07:00Comments on MiKael's Mania - Arabian Horses: Life in the Blogosphere - Trash Talking Arabian Horses, Old Riders, Dressage and Natural Horsemanship Part 3Rising Rainbowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04239592070775412669noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-48830659242074759502008-03-03T16:43:00.000-08:002008-03-03T16:43:00.000-08:00This woman got under my skin too. It is like look...This woman got under my skin too. It is like looking at a trainwreck...you can't help but look, but I am going to try to stay away from her blog. I hope she was not referring to Michelle's Jasper....if she is, "thems fighting words" and "it's on!" She can't pick on a horse I adore!photogchichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14822162590502709534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-73180462925637020032008-03-01T11:26:00.000-08:002008-03-01T11:26:00.000-08:00Very well said! I'm old compared to a lot that ri...Very well said! I'm old compared to a lot that ride around here and learning some "tricks" has kept me safe, un-injured and my horses much easier to be around.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07183448760614051130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-25979023175576598142008-03-01T09:11:00.000-08:002008-03-01T09:11:00.000-08:00The strongest opinions are based on ignorance.The strongest opinions are based on ignorance.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-65523151281433058152008-03-01T06:28:00.000-08:002008-03-01T06:28:00.000-08:00lmao!Some people are just stupid. This blogger a c...lmao!<BR/>Some people are just stupid. This blogger a case in point. Time stops for no man.Kahlesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00500615451909999365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-22952409128354677322008-03-01T01:09:00.000-08:002008-03-01T01:09:00.000-08:00It was such a relief reading this particular blog ...It was such a relief reading this particular blog post. You see I'm entering into my mid-40's and finally able to achieve my dream of owning my own horse.<BR/><BR/>So many people I tell this to, think I'm insane and tell me that horses are money pits. And they often ask me, "What are you going to do with that horse?"<BR/><BR/>I think they expect me to spend my extra time shopping, knitting or playing bunco with a group of women<BR/>every weekend, than focus my attention on a horse.<BR/><BR/>I feel too embarassed to speak out and tell than that my only goals are to build a relationship with my horse and learn the correct way to care for horses and ride them.<BR/><BR/>I'd even feel more embrassed to tell them that riding for me is just the icing on the cake, and the sweet cake is the time spent with my horse grooming her (thanks Emma!!), walking with her, and just soaking up her calming horse spirit. It's a real high. But I'm sure you all can relate.<BR/><BR/>Do you think that the people who complain about horses being money-pits are the ones who expect horses to always serve them and serve a purpose?<BR/><BR/>I don't know. I just know I'm very excited about bringing home my new horse next week...but also terribly nervous that I'll do everything wrong and make tons of mistakes.<BR/><BR/>I have so much to learn and I'm glad that there are horse blogs, such as this one and others that share their personal knowledge and experience with those of us less horse smart.<BR/><BR/>Thank you!!!Laughing Orca Ranchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03562627840013868980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-8469507768065241322008-02-29T22:28:00.000-08:002008-02-29T22:28:00.000-08:00lori, I don't know what there might be left to say...lori, I don't know what there might be left to say, but I'm through. lol<BR/><BR/>michelle, I did wonder when I first read it if she wasn't referring to you. That was ever more rude than singlingly out a group. Just plain mean I think.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad you aren't letting her stop you for doing what you do. I think it's great that you are sharing your experiences for others to learn.<BR/><BR/>mud ranch, yes even in the junior 13 and under age division stallions can be shown. Thanks for sharing about your Arabian adventures.<BR/><BR/>kris, I'm with you about the learning. I tend to judge a person's intent with horses on how much they think they know. Most of those I've met who think they know a lot, I run from. Those others who think they will never know enough seem to me the people who really care for their horses.<BR/><BR/>emma, I agree that nothing should be at the expense of the horse. But there is a faction in the horse industry that still sees horses as nothing more than a commodity. Most of us can't figure out where those people are coming from at all. <BR/><BR/>Twisted Oaks Quarter Horses, that is a great point about how special the one we pick is to each of us. I love it!<BR/><BR/>20 meter circle, Rhythm is coming up next. I am having some difficulty with the pics, but will post as soon as the problem is fixed.Rising Rainbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04239592070775412669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-71317567848670221452008-02-29T21:21:00.000-08:002008-02-29T21:21:00.000-08:00Oh this little shrew of a woman just needs to go a...Oh this little shrew of a woman just needs to go away. You know I think the more I read the nore I pity her. What an ugly world that must be. She has no joy, not even in her own horse. Its all so sad. <BR/> Let me say it LOUD AND PROUD one more time. I ride a 15.1 hand ARAB, I compete in rated DRESSAGE shows and we hold our own. My Husband rides and ARAB CROSS, he rides DRESSAGE and we are forty something. <BR/> Like the name of your blog my dear, it takes all colors to make a rainbow. The shrew can only see black and white.<BR/>More Rythm now please.20 meter circle of lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10170568433356702218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-63056014219796717492008-02-29T17:54:00.000-08:002008-02-29T17:54:00.000-08:00It's very sad that a person bashes a breed, discip...It's very sad that a person bashes a breed, discipline or a group of people. I'm 45 and have nothing but respect for what my parents referred to as "my elders". I've always taken the opportunity to learn from someone with more experience. My circle of friends range from teenagers to 80 years old. Most of my closest friends are in the 50 to 65 year old bracket and all still riding. Most of them much better then I am. In Missouri they have a class at the cuttings for riders 65 and older. The man that won the class was over 70 and was actually wearing a seat belt attached to the saddle. Where there is a will there is a way. I hope I have that much determination when I'm in my 70's. NCHA offers a Non-Pro Select class for riders 50 years and older. They recognize the market in the baby boomers age group. Maybe I have just grown a tough skin over the years, I'm happy with my life and don't give the people like the bad blogger the time of day. Mikael your horses are beautiful and you enjoy them, that's all that matters. Attraction to horses is so much like the attraction to your mate. So many choices, but there is something special about the one you pick.Twisted Oaks Quarter Horseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06331790080181818434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-77330754728148048122008-02-29T12:09:00.000-08:002008-02-29T12:09:00.000-08:00I think in the end horses are pets and loved membe...I think in the end horses are pets and loved members of the family. It doesn't matter what we do with them as long as the horse is happy. It is important that the owner enjoys themselves too of course but not at the expense of the horse. If people own a horse and simply enjoy grooming it - then good on them - there is nothing worng with that. A horse is not a piece of sport equipment and riders that forget that should not be riding. There is no such thing as being too old or too young to love a horse :)emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04920787672057670193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-68829416274024857752008-02-29T11:54:00.000-08:002008-02-29T11:54:00.000-08:00Very well said post again! I think the day we sto...Very well said post again! I think the day we stop learning we need to quit and it doesn't matter in what horses, riding, etc. She can not know everything about horses(it is obvious) and to trash others for the different areas they ride in is just plain stupid! The last time I checked sitting on a horse and walking is riding! LOL! Age is just a number and I hope to be riding until the day I die! A good friend is taking me to see Clindon Anderson in March for my birthday and I have been to numerous other clinics. As my husband says go to as many as you can and you take away what will work for you. You will never agree or will everything they say work for you and your horses. That is a great way to look at it. The natural horsemanship-rocks. Who wouldn't want to have that ultmiate bond with a horse? That is my current goal to ride my mare bareback and bridleless. But I know alot of people who ride and do other things than I do-but I do not and never would go around talking bad about them. I think it is great that there is so many different events for you and your horses.kdwhorseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07927961715923751666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-42701805742966665632008-02-29T11:33:00.000-08:002008-02-29T11:33:00.000-08:00I have really enjoyed reading your last few posts,...I have really enjoyed reading your last few posts, too bad it is because of a nit-wit who doesn't know much about horses and who is very sad... I feel sorry for her. But, I did not know that kids could show arabian stallions! That is quite a testimony! And, I was raised with a mare (my mom's, I had a spanish mustang) who was a morab and she was the best horse! I wish I could have her back because I could trust her to get me through anything... she was wonderful and although misunderstood by a few, she was abused severly by her previous owner but came around to trusting my mom and I. She was a remarkable horse.<BR/><BR/>I also have the pleasure of knowing a gelding I used to own, I did a post about him on my blog. He is a wonderful ol' boy one whom I will treasure in my heart as "one of those special ones."<BR/><BR/>I am sorry that someone has the ignorance of bashing the arabian breed... I've always loved them and always will. They are truly a treasure and like you said, very tractable... (I think they're too smart for those who don't like them). :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-79323207304673652782008-02-29T11:25:00.000-08:002008-02-29T11:25:00.000-08:00I just heard about this. Isn't it sad in the horse...I just heard about this. Isn't it sad in the horse world that there are so many opinionated b***es? Seriously, we've all seen it. This uncaring negative attitude from people dogged me from the moment I bought Jasper. I started a blog in order to help others who may be going through the same thing. I only wish horse people would make more of an effort to get along instead of trashing someone because their style just happens to be different than their own. And if she is referring to my Jasper - like I said on another blog - it doesn't matter what they're saying about you, as long as they spell your name right!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-18188362969623793782008-02-29T11:16:00.000-08:002008-02-29T11:16:00.000-08:00Wow, this is the first I've heard of this. Is she ...Wow, this is the first I've heard of this. Is she referring to my Jasper? What's that saying - 'it doesn't matter what they say about you - as long as they spell your name right' ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-79539296719064998812008-02-29T10:24:00.000-08:002008-02-29T10:24:00.000-08:00Again not much left to be said that hasnt already....Again not much left to be said that hasnt already. I havent quite reached 50, getting close though, so you can count me in on the "old Hag" groupies.<BR/><BR/>Have a great day, we are having a beautiful one for a change!Lori Schmidt (LoriProPhoto)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01786227217137143996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-35135197942599396202008-02-29T09:34:00.000-08:002008-02-29T09:34:00.000-08:00beckyz,well unfortunately she is not the only one ...beckyz,well unfortunately she is not the only one in our society that mistakes age for useless and decrepit. But that's another thing about the baby boomers, we are showing the world that age is just a number.<BR/><BR/>inkeq, I'm sure that there will always be another target for her. I just don't think her blog is worth reading. She is obviously trying to stir the pot to get attention. The fact that no one is commenting must be really frustrating her. And that's ok by me.<BR/><BR/>halt near x, I love the dressage posts and find most of them very helpful.<BR/><BR/>It's such a shame that we can't all learn to live together in harmony. As Tracey put it in yesterday's comments, some just don't know how to play nice in the sandbox.<BR/><BR/>gecko, after the fall I took a while back, I totally get desensitizing and sometimes over and over. The fact she would poke fun at that shows just how little she knows. Ignorance may be bliss but it can also get you killed.<BR/><BR/>grey horse matters, well I'll be hobbling right along with you. I have six horses to work today. <BR/><BR/>holly, I'm with you. The scariest part about birthday's is not having another one. I'd like to stick around for a lot longer.<BR/><BR/>jessie, thanks<BR/><BR/>anonymous, thanks for commenting and I hope you enjoy your horse. With Arabians it's getting inside their head in the first place. Once you can do that, you can really win them over. And don't forget lots and lots of praise. Arabians can not get enough of scratches and verbal affirmations that they are doing good. They thrive on it. <BR/><BR/>nuzzling muzzles, well we hope to see you out there in the showring someday and I'm sure there are many more just like you waiting for that empty nest.Rising Rainbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04239592070775412669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-89987565791596842412008-02-29T08:55:00.000-08:002008-02-29T08:55:00.000-08:00I think if the blogger would shut up and listen to...I think if the blogger would shut up and listen to some "old hags", she might actually learn something about horses. <BR/><BR/>And I figured out who this lady is (at least where she's located). She's near me, and I've been looking for an excuse to go watch a show, so I just might have to go watch her next show for some grins and giggles.haffiegirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04532588014231107380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-73775520093569453362008-02-29T08:49:00.000-08:002008-02-29T08:49:00.000-08:00If I do ever start showing beyond halter, it will ...If I do ever start showing beyond halter, it will probably be when I'm well over 50, because right now I'm busy working multiple jobs to put my kids through college. I have also always put a priority on spending weekends attending activities that my kids are involved in: Baseball, softball, basketball, drama... My horse showmanship dreams have been on the backburner until the kids fly the nest. I'm happy for those of us who do keep riding for as long as our bodies allow. Thanks for the post.Nuzzling Muzzleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07649710635013663900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-72178887989191464592008-02-29T08:30:00.000-08:002008-02-29T08:30:00.000-08:00Hi Mikael, I've been reading your blog for a few m...Hi Mikael, I've been reading your blog for a few months now & just wanted to say thanks for your comments about Arabian horse personalities and training advice. Although it had to be in response to a negative, the information you are giving has been really helpful to me in understanding my own Arabian. I bought him as a dressage prospect about 2 1/2 years ago. I was not looking for any particular breed, but since I liked an Arabian I've had to educate myself about his Arabian-ness. Your last couple of posts are very reassuring esp for the comments about not bullying, yet still to be the boss, and the Arabian horse history. My horse is "spooky" and too clever and a little stubborn too, but he's also athletic and willing and loyal and has tons of personality. Oh, and by the way, he's 15.2 hands!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-18270293516106822122008-02-29T07:30:00.000-08:002008-02-29T07:30:00.000-08:00Well said!Well said!Jessiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03264955546526540949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-89903053298253210052008-02-29T07:03:00.000-08:002008-02-29T07:03:00.000-08:00Several thoughts occurred to me as I was reading y...Several thoughts occurred to me as I was reading yet another excellent post.<BR/><BR/>1. turning 51 is better than NOT turning 51. Yep, I'm 51 and proud of it. <BR/><BR/>2. The money I pour into our economy at 51 is far more than what I had available to me at 30-40therefore, I contribute significantly to HER ability to do what she does. <BR/><BR/>shrugs and walks away.Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17685436243608973979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-86867123133959649682008-02-29T05:02:00.000-08:002008-02-29T05:02:00.000-08:00We baby boomers must have all gone to the same sch...We baby boomers must have all gone to the same school and were taught the same values and morals, or we could just think alike across the miles.I couldn't agree more with every single thing you said, your words and thoughts are my philosophy right down to the core.<BR/>I would like to add one thing, even though I am over 50 and I am sure there are others in this category as well, the reason I switched to dressage, is physical not mental. I wasn't afraid to jump anymore,and given the right set of circumstances, maybe someday I will again. My knee gave out(one of the first body parts to go,well okay not one of the first) and after my operation, jumping is out of the question, so instead of giving up riding I found a different discipline that my knee could handle, if that doesn't work out in the future I will find something else.<BR/>Well, it is time to hobble out to the barn and see if the horses mind being fed and turned out this morning by an "old hag". LOLGrey Horse Mattershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05837575441967937196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-41650285382539745302008-02-29T02:53:00.000-08:002008-02-29T02:53:00.000-08:00I'm not even going to bother commenting on that st...I'm not even going to bother commenting on that stupidity and ignorance. I will admit I'm not the most willing to take on new techniques without gaining a hell of a lot of evidence it's worthwhile...I like my methods, but at least I'm open-minded. That's all I will say there.<BR/><BR/>But about the desensitizing, I had a good example of making sure you do it before throwing horses in the deep end just yesterday. My sooky horse Bundy has had a problem with jackets ever since a vet rocked up in a rustly parker and jabbed an anaesthetic into his jugular. I literally have to introduce him to all of my new jackets once I get them. The only thing I haven't got around to yet is oil-skins (aussie raincoats). Yesterday it was pouring rain, and I thought I was going to have to muster (read my blog for yesterday to find out why I say 'thought' lol!), but I knew he was still weary of them. It crossed my mind to just get on and hold on like there was no tomorrow...but I knew that would be far from the best for either of us. Well I don't need to say that desensitizing is a crucial part of training.Geckohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14869977105238208893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-57397174650795239182008-02-29T00:04:00.000-08:002008-02-29T00:04:00.000-08:00Just had to say I appreciate your comment about dr...Just had to say I appreciate your comment about dressage. <BR/><BR/>I've yet to hear a discipline say, "Well, our aim is to have the horses go around any-which-way. Really, the more inconsistent they are, the better."<BR/><BR/>And yet dressage is a bad word in some circles... it frustrates me no end.<BR/><BR/>(Not that dressage has the market cornered on good basic riding, either. When I was having trouble with square halts, my instructor sent me off to watch reining videos. Worked wonders for me.)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-47165897300957184022008-02-28T21:19:00.000-08:002008-02-28T21:19:00.000-08:00Ugh, I just cannot stand people who, all the wish ...Ugh, I just cannot stand people who, all the wish to bring to the horse world, is negitivity. <BR/><BR/>Any person who is respectful, would want to add their insight and opinions to the horse world, in a more professional manner. <BR/><BR/>Today the person was trashing Thoroughbreds, OTTB's and Arabs. I'll take it she has experience with both breeds enough so where she could assume they were stupid?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053415389447235937.post-39399756928350662362008-02-28T20:36:00.000-08:002008-02-28T20:36:00.000-08:00Ha! heaven forbid she should be an old hag. Funny ...Ha! heaven forbid she should be an old hag. Funny isn't it the knowledge pool she is excluding due to age.Beckzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09114970876099684280noreply@blogger.com