Post by: Frances144 on December 20, 2012, 07:00:48 AM
(Admin, if you want me not to post a link every day, just say, or dispose of this thread but I like the idea of folk who "know" me reading about my life and all done with a Mac(s))
Post by: Frances144 on December 21, 2012, 12:27:55 PM
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, well it will be ..... so we moved the horses.
Post by: kimmer on December 21, 2012, 12:54:54 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 21, 2012, 01:30:37 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 22, 2012, 10:25:57 AM
Introducing Homer. He is very very fat!
Post by: kimmer on December 22, 2012, 01:42:06 PM
Post by: krissel on December 23, 2012, 12:46:06 AM
Every time I think it is cold outside here I'll check out your latest post and feel better...
Post by: Frances144 on December 23, 2012, 09:33:42 AM
Gusting 80 mph. Vile
Homer found his spot!
Post by: Frances144 on December 24, 2012, 09:54:27 AM
The morning after the storm. Death and destruction on the chicken front but everyone else ok.
Post by: kimmer on December 24, 2012, 12:37:12 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 25, 2012, 10:36:11 AM
Merry Christmas from everyone at Thordale xx
Post by: Frances144 on December 26, 2012, 08:44:17 AM
I hate being conned.
Post by: kimmer on December 26, 2012, 01:15:19 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 27, 2012, 10:27:34 AM
A very special day. Good boys (and girl)
Post by: kimmer on December 27, 2012, 03:20:48 PM
I like the way you do the "slide show" on your site. Very nice.
Post by: chriskleeman on December 27, 2012, 06:19:36 PM
Chris
Post by: krissel on December 27, 2012, 11:51:40 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 28, 2012, 10:26:03 AM
Going stir crazy if you are the new cat!
Post by: Highmac on December 28, 2012, 10:41:16 AM
Saw the forecast last night which mentioned the high winds "in northern Scotland" but we could see from the map that you are definitely not being left out. Mild down here (min 50F tonight) and it's going to be windy and wet. No change there then
Post by: kimmer on December 28, 2012, 02:39:32 PM
Post by: krissel on December 29, 2012, 01:44:45 AM
But the photos of the Buche de Noel...
Post by: Frances144 on December 29, 2012, 10:53:05 AM
The beach in winter is very special. Everyone fine. Another storm on its way
Post by: Frances144 on December 29, 2012, 11:28:33 AM
SALE - the 2013 Calendar - once they are gone, they are gone!
Post by: krissel on December 30, 2012, 01:47:21 AM
Post by: Frances144 on December 30, 2012, 08:48:19 AM
My babysitting services for a small puppy with a stallion in tow
Post by: Frances144 on December 31, 2012, 06:07:13 AM
A dreich day and no one will get out of bed! Happy New Year, lots of love Frances xx
Post by: Frances144 on January 01, 2013, 10:36:02 AM
Everyone learned some lessons today.
Post by: Frances144 on January 02, 2013, 09:29:40 AM
Make the most of the good weather because tomorrow could be a day of clatch - http://www.thefreedictionary.com/Clatch
Post by: Frances144 on January 03, 2013, 09:19:44 AM
Feeling grotty so tried some equine physiotherapy to help. It worked, of course!
Post by: Frances144 on January 04, 2013, 10:42:39 AM
Summer, I need summer please.
Post by: Frances144 on January 05, 2013, 09:52:55 AM
The sun rises and the sun sets. The bit in between is a day of achievement.
Post by: Frances144 on January 06, 2013, 12:32:48 PM
My team who I need around me all the time. Proud Mum Alert
Post by: kimmer on January 06, 2013, 08:58:20 PM
Post by: Frances144 on January 07, 2013, 04:43:49 AM
Yes, she loves her Converses. Many have been bought since you kindly sent us the required pair!
xx
Post by: Frances144 on January 07, 2013, 11:49:33 AM
The Daisy and Lyra Mutual Appreciation Society!
Post by: Frances144 on January 08, 2013, 09:21:21 AM
Today we waged war on the gooby eyes that have been bothering our mares and fillies.
Post by: Frances144 on January 09, 2013, 01:15:52 PM
Love the dear boy!
Post by: Frances144 on January 10, 2013, 11:12:37 AM
The very definition of deliciousness!
Post by: Frances144 on January 11, 2013, 01:32:16 PM
Shetland pony bliss.
Post by: kimmer on January 11, 2013, 05:08:14 PM
Post by: Frances144 on January 12, 2013, 04:40:39 AM
Post by: Frances144 on January 12, 2013, 10:38:09 AM
Youngest daughter's Oxford University application results....
Post by: kimmer on January 12, 2013, 11:12:58 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jan 12 2013, 09:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://shetlandponyeverything.posterous.com/today-is-the-day
Youngest daughter's Oxford University application results....
Youngest daughter's Oxford University application results....
All the best to Flossie, and kuddo's to Daisy for being the "protective" sister.
Frances, once you know the news, you'll have to share the news. LOL
Post by: Frances144 on January 13, 2013, 08:19:42 AM
Lord of the Rings - the perfect cast
Post by: kimmer on January 13, 2013, 07:45:39 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jan 13 2013, 07:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have several friends who are huge LOTR fans. I'm going to point them to this post.
Post by: Frances144 on January 14, 2013, 02:20:02 PM
Poor, poor Hammy.
Post by: Frances144 on January 15, 2013, 11:13:09 AM
All the best results today!
Post by: Frances144 on January 16, 2013, 11:16:27 AM
That had to be the coldest picnic ever!
Post by: Frances144 on January 17, 2013, 12:30:46 PM
Much riding of the horses today by everyone including the dogs
Post by: Frances144 on January 18, 2013, 02:52:20 PM
Brushing in preparation.....
Post by: Frances144 on January 19, 2013, 12:23:45 PM
Lists, work and thinking on my feet.
Post by: Frances144 on January 20, 2013, 02:17:45 PM
Shetland ponies make the best models. Patterdale terriers do not.
Post by: Frances144 on January 21, 2013, 12:17:39 PM
Bloody freezing!
Post by: kimmer on January 21, 2013, 12:29:51 PM
PS: What the heck are sausage sarnies? Onslow and Daisy eat them in Keeping Up Appearances and I wonder how they compare to a Bacon Butty.
Post by: Frances144 on January 22, 2013, 02:27:55 PM
Bacon Butty is a bacon sandwich (bacon, butter put btween two slices of bread or a roll)
Now you know!
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http://shetlandponyeverything.posterous.co...minutes-of-fame
That's us that is!
Post by: Frances144 on January 23, 2013, 10:59:52 AM
DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!
Post by: Frances144 on January 24, 2013, 08:39:58 AM
The last of my photos and information of where the locations are.
Post by: Frances144 on January 25, 2013, 10:28:46 AM
Why we chose Fivla for the Shetland ponies in jumpers photoshoot.
Post by: kimmer on January 25, 2013, 12:19:30 PM
Post by: Frances144 on January 26, 2013, 03:11:52 AM
Post by: Frances144 on January 26, 2013, 09:44:02 AM
...and why we chose Vitamin for the photoshoot.
Post by: RNKIII on January 26, 2013, 07:37:24 PM
Congratulations to all!!!
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Frances144 on January 27, 2013, 02:59:17 AM
Post by: Frances144 on January 27, 2013, 09:18:02 AM
Well, it makes a change from the Shetland ponies in sweaters!
Post by: Frances144 on January 28, 2013, 10:28:02 AM
How many people leave their horse outside to clean it?
Post by: Frances144 on January 29, 2013, 11:41:07 AM
Sorry, it is a whinge
Post by: kimmer on January 29, 2013, 01:12:31 PM
I hope you never lose your sense of humor.
Post by: Frances144 on January 30, 2013, 11:15:56 AM
http://shetlandponyeverything.posterous.co...other-superstar
So proud - sniff!
Post by: kimmer on January 30, 2013, 02:04:13 PM
Post by: Frances144 on January 30, 2013, 02:58:12 PM
Post by: Frances144 on January 31, 2013, 12:09:29 PM
The new cat makes me smile.
Post by: Frances144 on February 01, 2013, 11:59:46 AM
BeAnne rocks, the rest roll!
Post by: Frances144 on February 02, 2013, 11:00:15 AM
How can anyone resist?
Post by: krissel on February 03, 2013, 12:28:03 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 03, 2013, 09:43:59 AM
The clock is ticking and the pain is unbearable.
Post by: Frances144 on February 04, 2013, 10:16:38 AM
Thank the Gods for hardy Natives and Icelandics!
Post by: krissel on February 05, 2013, 12:00:17 AM
Am sending my get-well vibes your way...
Post by: Frances144 on February 05, 2013, 10:59:22 AM
Seize the Day
Post by: Frances144 on February 06, 2013, 12:33:20 PM
Jekyll or Hyde?
Post by: kimmer on February 06, 2013, 12:54:49 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 07, 2013, 10:37:10 AM
A day on my own is bliss!
Post by: Frances144 on February 08, 2013, 08:47:04 AM
The importance of an Equine Dentist can never be under-rated.
Post by: kimmer on February 08, 2013, 12:02:43 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 09, 2013, 10:40:01 AM
We just never walk
Post by: kimmer on February 09, 2013, 01:03:18 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 10, 2013, 09:43:45 AM
The ponies dig.
Post by: Highmac on February 10, 2013, 02:25:44 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 11, 2013, 09:42:36 AM
Thinking about selling my Shetland ponies
Post by: kimmer on February 11, 2013, 01:32:21 PM
Many gentle hugs to you and sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Post by: Frances144 on February 11, 2013, 03:48:02 PM
Post by: RNKIII on February 11, 2013, 04:07:19 PM
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Frances144 on February 12, 2013, 11:34:38 AM
Lots to think about today, so the obvious choice was to go for a hobble with the dog and cat!
Post by: Frances144 on February 13, 2013, 09:04:49 AM
Poor old Celtie Pencille has been in the wars today
Post by: Highmac on February 13, 2013, 09:41:54 AM
Not windy down here, but it is snowing - fortunately too wet to settle on the road, so OH should be OK for her 50-mile drive home. Forecast for temps to climb overnight to mid-40s with sunshine by the middle of the day. But we'll take what we get
Post by: Frances144 on February 13, 2013, 04:01:16 PM
Post by: kimmer on February 13, 2013, 10:00:48 PM
Anything you want from the states that will fit in a small-medium size box?
Post by: Frances144 on February 14, 2013, 11:49:05 AM
Celt is ok (ish). He is not is usual self. I am not sure but I think this rather set him back a bit. Time will tell. He enjoyed his walk today but his coat has lost its shine from worry, probably (he is a worrier).
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http://shetlandponyeverything.posterous.com/guilt-feeding
Because of yesterday's vile weather, I felt they ought to have a bale to get stuck into!
Post by: Frances144 on February 15, 2013, 09:17:15 AM
My Icelandic stallion has his first ride outside
Post by: kimmer on February 15, 2013, 12:24:28 PM
Post by: Xairbusdriver on February 15, 2013, 12:59:03 PM
QUOTE
Mine are always out of focus, and also include the finger tips.
Try holding the phone with your toes! Problem solved; no more fingers in the image! Next!
Post by: Frances144 on February 16, 2013, 06:37:22 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 16, 2013, 11:43:39 AM
My legs have stopped co-operating but luckily pink champagne was on hand
Post by: Frances144 on February 17, 2013, 12:58:15 PM
Can't wait to get back home
Post by: Frances144 on February 17, 2013, 02:00:05 PM
On top of it all, I have to move. Please re-bookmark and come too.
Post by: kimmer on February 17, 2013, 04:12:08 PM
Post by: krissel on February 18, 2013, 10:54:23 PM
Post by: gunug on February 19, 2013, 01:07:24 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 20, 2013, 12:52:11 PM
Sorry. I think I sent off for my backup, then there was a green button (after an email perhaps?) saying I Blog ready to download.
But what my friend did and how is a complete mystery to me.
Post by: kimmer on February 20, 2013, 09:43:33 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 21, 2013, 09:07:09 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 21, 2013, 10:23:53 AM
Back from my travels and back with some answers!
Post by: kimmer on February 21, 2013, 02:38:40 PM
Post by: Frances144 on February 22, 2013, 04:54:21 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 22, 2013, 12:26:37 PM
Walking the road with my horse and dog is my physio now.
Post by: Frances144 on February 23, 2013, 11:04:09 AM
All because it was such a nice day.
Post by: krissel on February 23, 2013, 11:47:58 PM
Love the latest pics. That one of the snout on the MacBookPro is hilarious.
I can see the ad now... "It's good horse sense to use a Mac."
Post by: Frances144 on February 24, 2013, 01:24:20 PM
Some days I need a kick up the arse!
Post by: Highmac on February 25, 2013, 12:23:47 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Feb 24 2013, 07:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You and Bishop Brennan, eh?
It's good to see you back in a more positive frame of mind - spring can have that effect
Post by: Frances144 on February 25, 2013, 02:59:29 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 25, 2013, 11:47:40 AM
My two Icelandic mares are doing very well.
Post by: Frances144 on February 26, 2013, 11:52:00 AM
Going for a walk in the hill with Klaengur
Post by: kimmer on February 27, 2013, 11:23:45 AM
Re the pic of the chickens feeding: I do have a dropbox acct, but I have to figure out how to point you there, because I have no clue.
Post by: Frances144 on February 27, 2013, 12:01:24 PM
A taxi for a Patterdale terrier = unlimited thistle grab
Post by: Highmac on February 28, 2013, 12:21:39 AM
You've done it before....
Post by: Frances144 on February 28, 2013, 04:17:41 AM
Post by: Frances144 on February 28, 2013, 12:48:54 PM
How can anyone ignore a Shetland pony colt foal who just wants a slice of carrot and a chat?
Post by: Frances144 on February 28, 2013, 02:12:36 PM
https://www.dropbox.com/s/q2idwuro7qgnopi/B...83%20copy.jpg?m
Post by: kimmer on February 28, 2013, 08:03:17 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Feb 28 2013, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Kimmer - does this work?
It did. Thank you so much!!!!!!
Post by: Frances144 on March 01, 2013, 10:02:49 AM
Shetland pony stallion takes Patterdale terrier for a ride!
Post by: krissel on March 02, 2013, 01:58:42 AM
Keep it up.
and Thanks!
Post by: Frances144 on March 02, 2013, 12:12:40 PM
More Shetland pony superstars!
Post by: Frances144 on March 03, 2013, 10:56:46 AM
War is declared on the chickens!
Post by: kimmer on March 03, 2013, 11:35:56 AM
I do so love chickens, not that I'd raise them myself. 
Why does Taktur need the special food? If you've blogged about it, I've forgotten. He sure is a pretty fella.
Post by: Frances144 on March 04, 2013, 04:22:10 AM
Post by: Frances144 on March 04, 2013, 11:53:21 AM
Chicken training and Icelandic horse stallion training. Different methods used.
Post by: kimmer on March 04, 2013, 01:26:58 PM
Love the photo of Taktur standing still and being proud. Such a beautiful horse.
Post by: Frances144 on March 04, 2013, 01:51:03 PM
Yes, the chickens are beaten! I'm doing the dance!
Post by: Frances144 on March 05, 2013, 12:07:39 PM
Spring is on its way. I know this, I do!
Post by: Frances144 on March 06, 2013, 11:56:53 AM
Blast out those winter blues and any cobwebs with a walk on the Shetland hill
Post by: Frances144 on March 07, 2013, 12:01:28 PM
It takes time to get up, but we get there in the end!
Post by: Frances144 on March 08, 2013, 12:11:10 PM
Iacs and I have an exchange of views, so the dog rides him.
Post by: Frances144 on March 09, 2013, 11:41:39 AM
The Polite Police
Post by: Frances144 on March 10, 2013, 11:49:27 AM
Happy Mothers Day!
Post by: kimmer on March 10, 2013, 12:50:17 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Mar 10 2013, 09:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Now I'm just so bummed.
Post by: Frances144 on March 11, 2013, 12:14:00 PM
And to think I thought spring was on its way
Post by: kimmer on March 11, 2013, 02:53:02 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 12, 2013, 03:01:37 AM
Post by: kimmer on March 12, 2013, 02:31:17 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Mar 12 2013, 01:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Spinal epidural into the prolapsed disk
Oh wow. Many thoughts and prayers for you.
Post by: Frances144 on March 12, 2013, 03:15:26 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 13, 2013, 11:53:05 AM
I went to hospital
Post by: kimmer on March 13, 2013, 01:46:42 PM
Post by: gunug on March 13, 2013, 03:59:41 PM
QUOTE
“needs must when the Devil vomits in your kettle”
Sounds like a saying that could catch on around our house as well; could've used it when my wife was undergoing chemotherapy!
I wonder what kind of thing they would accept for securing a person laying down here and there in a non-ambulance. I've never studied the rig they use in our ambulances luckily enough.
Post by: Highmac on March 14, 2013, 02:24:12 AM
Glad it didn't live up to the usual meaning and that you are now home, safe and sound. If all the roads on Shetland are like the one in your picture, they're better surfaced than the ones around here. But then yours don't get supermarket artics pounding up and down them all day every day!
And Jo is the archetypal "friend in need". Glad she was there for you
Post by: Frances144 on March 14, 2013, 05:30:43 AM
Jo is one of those friends. I have few friends, know many but she is the best. There is no tally sheet and we would both bust a gut for each other and do regularly. I have never laughed so much with anyone else. Knicker wetting while you are crying with laughter type!
Post by: Highmac on March 14, 2013, 06:53:38 AM
And I guess Be-Anne was checking the van's tyre pressures
Post by: Frances144 on March 14, 2013, 01:06:44 PM
Donald Trump arrives and I have never laughed so much
Post by: Frances144 on March 15, 2013, 12:35:07 PM
What a difference a day makes
Twenty-four little hours
Post by: kimmer on March 15, 2013, 12:45:27 PM
So sad about "the donald". hahaha
Post by: Frances144 on March 16, 2013, 12:31:08 PM
Dear Mr Surgeon, please.....
Post by: Frances144 on March 17, 2013, 01:17:24 PM
Update on the moonwalking Shetland pony, Socks by his dear old mum!
Post by: Frances144 on March 18, 2013, 04:49:00 PM
Wussums is found out
Post by: kimmer on March 18, 2013, 06:22:15 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 19, 2013, 01:43:58 PM
Bozz-Bozz is his father's son
Post by: gunug on March 20, 2013, 08:28:58 AM
Also, what's so creepy about the “creepy neighbour?”
Post by: Frances144 on March 20, 2013, 01:22:06 PM
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http://myshetland.co.uk/i-blame-the-parent/
Personally, I blame the parent!
Post by: gunug on March 20, 2013, 03:02:48 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 21, 2013, 11:53:09 AM
Insert one huge cheesy grin here!
Post by: kimmer on March 21, 2013, 11:25:07 PM
PS: I can't knit worth beans.
Post by: Highmac on March 22, 2013, 01:52:18 AM
By the way, where on earth did the name Beeble come from?
As for the NHS, guess they're covering themselves - 'we told you not to ride, so we're not to blame ... for anything... so you can't sue us'
And on a linguistic note - just love the way rearranged hyphenated. Had to read that twice
Post by: Frances144 on March 22, 2013, 07:36:28 AM
Post by: Frances144 on March 22, 2013, 01:13:19 PM
Never good to ride when you are angry. Go for a walk instead.
Post by: Highmac on March 23, 2013, 06:40:32 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Mar 22 2013, 12:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Beeblebrox!
Right! Had to Google that one, never having read/watched/listened to Hitchhiker's Guide
Post by: Frances144 on March 23, 2013, 03:16:19 PM
Icelandic horses do very well in the harsh Shetland environment.
Post by: Frances144 on March 23, 2013, 03:22:19 PM
QUOTE(Highmac @ Mar 23 2013, 06:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Mar 22 2013, 12:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Beeblebrox!
Right! Had to Google that one, never having read/watched/listened to Hitchhiker's Guide
Oh Highmac, what can I say? I thought you were educated!
I am quite shocked.
Post by: Frances144 on March 24, 2013, 11:59:59 AM
Eat your greens and you will grow up to be big and strong
Post by: kimmer on March 24, 2013, 12:44:56 PM
In yesterdays post, who is the horse in the first picture? He (She?) is gorgeous!
Post by: Frances144 on March 24, 2013, 03:15:27 PM
Post by: Highmac on March 25, 2013, 01:57:23 AM
- there's a good page read there.Looks like a site well worth bookmarking.
Post by: Frances144 on March 25, 2013, 05:05:55 AM
Post by: Frances144 on March 25, 2013, 03:38:17 PM
I still keep walking. The treatment did not work. Now what?
Post by: Highmac on March 26, 2013, 02:36:40 AM
QUOTE
Anyway, when I asked Daisy if we looked like a normal family. Her reply was “No, thank God!”
Had a laugh-out-loud moment at that. Begs the question - what is a "normal" family?
Meant to ask you, Frances - we watched that Shetland drama and I noticed the main character always referred to the town as "Lerrick". I'd always understood it was pronounced with the 'w' and not like Berwick, so how do the locals say it?
Post by: Frances144 on March 26, 2013, 01:31:52 PM
We call it The Big L!
Post by: Frances144 on March 26, 2013, 02:46:17 PM
Cat 1 : Stallions 0
Post by: kimmer on March 26, 2013, 07:34:26 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Mar 26 2013, 12:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Really, again?
Priceless!!!!!!
Cats rule, btw.
Post by: Frances144 on March 27, 2013, 02:46:09 PM
I am an Angry Bird
Post by: kimmer on March 27, 2013, 05:36:50 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 28, 2013, 12:30:22 PM
I have run out of steam.
Post by: kimmer on March 28, 2013, 12:45:10 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 29, 2013, 01:12:39 PM
Feeding the elephants
Post by: kimmer on March 29, 2013, 02:34:53 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 30, 2013, 01:48:06 PM
I'm going slightly mad - wrong day, right icelandic horse, one sunbathing Shetland pony plus Chicken Wars!
Post by: kimmer on March 30, 2013, 06:48:53 PM
Post by: Frances144 on March 31, 2013, 04:05:04 AM
Post by: Highmac on March 31, 2013, 06:19:25 AM
A duck is standing at the edge of the pavement, patiently waiting to cross the road.
A passing chicken turns to him and says casually
"I wouldn't do that if I were you, mate; you'll never hear the end of it."
Post by: Frances144 on March 31, 2013, 11:48:33 AM
CSI Thordale - the episode where we find out who is taking chunks out of the Icelandic horses
Post by: Frances144 on April 01, 2013, 11:42:20 AM
My Icelandic Horse can read. He read my Facebook status and also my mind.
Post by: Frances144 on April 01, 2013, 04:52:28 PM
Just for you - https://www.dropbox.com/sh/hwzohxxpdlr3b5c/odqPTxyx8k
If you want bigger copies, let me know!
Thank you for all your support. I hope you like them.
fx
Post by: kimmer on April 01, 2013, 07:41:55 PM
I've decided I love Haakon. If I were to ever ride a horse/pony, he would be my choice.
Post by: Frances144 on April 02, 2013, 12:09:47 PM
Life through a Macro lens (with statutory Shetland pony fuzzy bottoooom!)
Post by: Frances144 on April 03, 2013, 12:59:22 PM
Eggxactly! (groan) Great photos of les girls and Foula
Post by: kimmer on April 03, 2013, 10:39:20 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Apr 3 2013, 10:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Best post in ages!
PS: My friend is in love with your Dalek egg cup -- she is a HUGE Dr. Who fan.
Post by: Frances144 on April 04, 2013, 03:42:50 AM
Here is it, I think.. Do you want me to get any and send it over if not available on your Amazon?
Loving the S and P too!
Post by: Frances144 on April 04, 2013, 12:35:00 PM
Riding an Icelandic horse is like being given a pair of wings
Post by: Frances144 on April 05, 2013, 03:23:59 PM
Lots of help from lots of little ponies
Post by: gunug on April 05, 2013, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 06, 2013, 11:59:57 AM
Snati learns some valuable life lessons.
Post by: kimmer on April 06, 2013, 01:18:51 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 07, 2013, 04:01:15 PM
Hammy, our Welsh Section A, continues his education
Post by: Frances144 on April 08, 2013, 12:16:19 PM
The best dog walking scenery ever plus the galloping track is open
Post by: Frances144 on April 09, 2013, 03:44:22 PM
Going out for a trek.
Post by: kimmer on April 10, 2013, 12:29:50 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Apr 8 2013, 10:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The best dog walking scenery ever plus the galloping track is open
Photos of spectacular scenery were fantastic. I
BeAnne.QUOTE(Frances144 @ Apr 9 2013, 01:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Going out for a trek.
I keep praying that you'll eventually be able to ride. Photos were grand as always, and the snow ... Yuck! It's been very cold here as well. More like early winter weather. So strange.
Post by: gunug on April 10, 2013, 10:32:26 AM
Post by: Frances144 on April 10, 2013, 11:33:00 AM
Always set yourself up to succeed!
Post by: gunug on April 10, 2013, 12:38:57 PM
Post by: chriskleeman on April 10, 2013, 08:36:06 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 11, 2013, 08:38:15 AM
Think of me and wish me luck
Post by: Highmac on April 11, 2013, 09:22:47 AM
QUOTE
Encouraging thoughts are winging their way from the Deep South (of the Midlands). Hope all goes far, far better than just 'well' and may you have billiard-table smooth journeys
And, to keep you company - though I don't think it's the right colour for a Shetland sheep
Post by: Frances144 on April 11, 2013, 11:43:38 AM
Moral support.
So scared.
Post by: kimmer on April 11, 2013, 12:31:18 PM
Post by: gunug on April 16, 2013, 09:19:03 AM
QUOTE
On the boat with a crabbier and brandy xx Moral support.
I really want you to get well soonest because I'm not sure what a crabbier is as an object; the brandy I can understand!
Post by: Paddy on April 16, 2013, 10:28:30 AM
http://www.crabbiesgingerwine.co.uk/products/
Post by: sandyman on April 16, 2013, 01:31:17 PM
QUOTE(Paddy @ Apr 16 2013, 04:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Could be a typo - Crabbies Ginger Wine? We'll have to wait for Frances to explain!
http://www.crabbiesgingerwine.co.uk/products/
http://www.crabbiesgingerwine.co.uk/products/
Maybe not a typo.
Crabbies Green Ginger and Rum is quite a common drink 'round here. VERY potent. My wife has memories of using it as a cure for a cold
Sandy
Post by: Highmac on April 17, 2013, 12:17:06 AM
Post by: sandyman on April 18, 2013, 01:46:08 AM
QUOTE(Highmac @ Apr 17 2013, 06:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
As in "doesn't get rid of the cold, you just forget you've got it" ?
You might say that. I couldn'y possibly comment
To give any more details is more than my life is worth!!!!!
Post by: Frances144 on April 18, 2013, 02:02:41 PM
Exhausted.
It was Crabbies Ginger Wine and Brandy and it was a double.... hence spelling mistake xx
Post by: Highmac on April 18, 2013, 02:21:08 PM
My advice is to make the most of all the fuss that will be made of you; and to get back in the saddle, literally and metaphorically, in your own sweet time
George and Sandyman have been great message bearers from the land of Facebook
Post by: kimmer on April 18, 2013, 02:21:37 PM
Post by: gunug on April 19, 2013, 08:55:23 AM
Yes, very glad you're home and on the mend; I'll have to try a Crabbies Ginger Wine and Brandy some time when I can find it at the bar!
Post by: Frances144 on April 19, 2013, 12:14:47 PM
Back home now.
Post by: Frances144 on April 20, 2013, 01:38:09 PM
Everyone needs help!
Post by: kimmer on April 21, 2013, 11:16:23 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Apr 20 2013, 11:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
This post totally made my day. So excited for you as you slowly return to a healthy life. And in several weeks when you have the all clear and can ride again -- we all would like a pic of YOU sitting on the horse.
Post by: Frances144 on April 21, 2013, 12:30:43 PM
Battening down the hatches. The wind and rain is on its way
Post by: kimmer on April 21, 2013, 12:59:18 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 22, 2013, 01:08:58 PM
I need to rest. I need to delegate.
Post by: kimmer on April 22, 2013, 10:01:15 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Apr 22 2013, 11:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes, you do. On both counts.
Post by: Highmac on April 23, 2013, 01:40:27 AM
It's very apparent resting is just not in your nature, but think of the medics' orders as an investment (albeit inconvenient) for long-term good health
Post by: Frances144 on April 23, 2013, 02:09:50 AM
Post by: RNKIII on April 23, 2013, 09:39:04 AM
Bob K. Rnkiii
Post by: Highmac on April 23, 2013, 10:16:29 AM
Frances, as a taxpayer I can't afford to have you returning to hospital unnecessarily
Post by: Frances144 on April 23, 2013, 11:25:12 AM
I am taking this seriously now
Post by: Highmac on April 23, 2013, 12:34:54 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 24, 2013, 11:05:31 AM
So, who is up the duff?
Post by: Frances144 on April 25, 2013, 02:41:13 PM
Had a headache, had a sleep, had a walk, saw the ponies
Post by: kimmer on April 25, 2013, 10:31:48 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 26, 2013, 02:59:30 PM
Where I live. A bit of history.
Post by: Frances144 on April 27, 2013, 11:33:32 AM
Why I started The Shetland Foal Milk Service
Post by: kimmer on April 27, 2013, 07:28:46 PM
Post by: Frances144 on April 28, 2013, 11:54:03 AM
Something different - makes a change
Post by: Highmac on April 29, 2013, 12:35:09 AM
Post by: Frances144 on April 29, 2013, 12:22:37 PM
No more stitches or dressings. Lambing season has started.
Post by: Frances144 on April 30, 2013, 12:27:07 PM
Proper photography and a dog in a bandana (I will keep taking the drugs!)
Post by: kimmer on May 01, 2013, 02:53:33 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 01, 2013, 10:34:23 AM
Some Shetland pony stallions should stop plotting and scheming
Post by: kimmer on May 01, 2013, 01:05:04 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 1 2013, 08:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://myshetland.co.uk/manners-maketh-the-shetland-pony/
Some Shetland pony stallions should stop plotting and scheming
Some Shetland pony stallions should stop plotting and scheming
Priceless!
Post by: Frances144 on May 02, 2013, 02:37:50 PM
I went shopping! I started a shop.
Post by: kimmer on May 02, 2013, 06:47:05 PM
the camera.
Post by: Frances144 on May 03, 2013, 08:09:53 AM
First Shetland pony foal born, sadly dead. All miserable.
Post by: kimmer on May 03, 2013, 11:50:32 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 03, 2013, 02:18:47 PM
She is buried under the daffodils. Velvereta was put back in her big field, she ran up and down the fence for a while and then the other mares arrived and took her away. She is eating peacefully surrounded by them. They know. They are her family.
Post by: gunug on May 03, 2013, 02:24:09 PM
Post by: Frances144 on May 04, 2013, 01:38:21 PM
Making sense of yesterday
Post by: kimmer on May 04, 2013, 05:54:22 PM
Post by: Frances144 on May 05, 2013, 02:22:55 PM
Time to tidy up for dogs and horses
Post by: Frances144 on May 06, 2013, 01:08:12 PM
Wanna be arrested by a Polite woman riding a 13.3hh Icelandic horse?
Post by: kimmer on May 06, 2013, 10:07:03 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 6 2013, 11:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://myshetland.co.uk/our-kinda-day/
Wanna be arrested by a Polite woman riding a 13.3hh Icelandic horse?
Wanna be arrested by a Polite woman riding a 13.3hh Icelandic horse?
The article in the DM was a hoot. Love the pics and the story. Glad you are being obedient, even if it is driving you stir crazy. Hang in there and soon you'll be back in the saddle for good.
Post by: Highmac on May 07, 2013, 12:48:10 AM
QUOTE
The only way to mistake horse riders for Police is if they were carrying a hairdryer and pointing it at your car!
And... what Kimmer says about you behaving yourself
Post by: Frances144 on May 07, 2013, 12:54:16 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 07, 2013, 01:53:29 PM
Sometimes I need to just STOP!
Post by: Highmac on May 07, 2013, 02:52:18 PM
Post by: Frances144 on May 07, 2013, 04:27:12 PM
Post by: kimmer on May 07, 2013, 08:09:42 PM
QUOTE
Bless you! The folk in the background (like you guys) are my rock. It is the folk up close who are trying to invade my space who need to go away, far far away.
Know the feeling, Frances. Beautiful photos today.
Post by: Frances144 on May 08, 2013, 01:36:31 PM
My 4yo Icelandic stallion is amazing, I have never met a horse so kind.
Post by: Frances144 on May 09, 2013, 12:39:00 PM
He was the best
Post by: kimmer on May 09, 2013, 01:09:59 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 9 2013, 10:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So very sorry, Frances. Many hugs to you, and sending loads of comforting thoughts and prayers your way.
Post by: Frances144 on May 09, 2013, 02:16:05 PM
Post by: Highmac on May 10, 2013, 01:09:23 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 10, 2013, 02:41:07 PM
Everything changes. Moved the boys into the spring paddock
Post by: Frances144 on May 11, 2013, 01:31:57 PM
Jack is unhappy
Post by: kimmer on May 11, 2013, 06:53:30 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 11 2013, 11:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Jack is unhappy
Poor Jack. I feel so sorry for him -- for all of you, but especially for him.
Changing gears here ... what camera and lens did you use on your raindrop close ups? Absolutely stunning photos.
Post by: Frances144 on May 12, 2013, 03:36:03 PM
Doing gymnastics on an Icelandic horse has to be the best fun you can have on a Sunday afternoon in Shetland.
Post by: Frances144 on May 12, 2013, 03:46:58 PM
My camera base is a Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
The lens used for the flowers was a Canon EF 180mm F3.5L Macro USM
The lens I use for the "action" shots is a Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS II USM
And the lens I use for the Northern Lights photos is a Canon EF 24-70mm F2.8
I love them all equally.
Some of my little grotty pictures are taken with the Canon Powershot G9 which I am beginning to loathe and detest.
It is about to be replaced by the Leica V-Lux 4
I do, however, really like the little camera in my iPod 5th Gen - now I am getting to grips with it.
I only use a tripod for the Northern Light photos.
I hate my tripods. I trip up over them!
Post by: Frances144 on May 13, 2013, 06:14:15 PM
Indy PingPong goes out with his girlies. One happy boy.
Post by: kimmer on May 13, 2013, 06:21:23 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 13 2013, 04:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Indy PingPong goes out with his girlies. One happy boy.
That's one of the funnest posts I've read in a bit.
Post by: Frances144 on May 14, 2013, 04:59:24 PM
And how is my other black stallion who happens to be a gorgeous, I hear you ask?
Post by: kimmer on May 14, 2013, 08:27:37 PM
Post by: Frances144 on May 15, 2013, 12:58:13 PM
Bear with - this link may not work as I think WordPress is under attack again - 3rd night running! Gah!
Post by: Frances144 on May 16, 2013, 03:50:48 PM
Love it!
Post by: kimmer on May 16, 2013, 09:16:51 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 16 2013, 01:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Oh yeah! Can't wait to see all the beautiful images you'll capture with that new camera.
Love Wussums and BeAnne.
Post by: Frances144 on May 17, 2013, 03:43:25 PM
Went shopping. DId too much. I regret it now
Post by: kimmer on May 17, 2013, 05:03:16 PM
.... you take care of yourself.
Post by: Frances144 on May 18, 2013, 11:50:12 AM
Flink is Norwegian for good. My Icelandic horse stallion.
Post by: kimmer on May 18, 2013, 12:07:35 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 18 2013, 09:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Bjørn deserved to have the top of his head disappear.
Post by: Frances144 on May 19, 2013, 05:27:06 PM
Gosh it was hot today!
Post by: kimmer on May 19, 2013, 11:58:57 PM
Post by: Highmac on May 20, 2013, 02:30:11 AM
QUOTE
RWL is a raster file format that is used for representing photographs captured by digital cameras, especially Leica ones. RWL was initially created by Adobe System to function as a graphic format for archiving RAW images.
Considering RWL files are unprocessed, they cannot be printed and modified with common graphic editors.
When users want to access RWL images, they will require specialized graphic viewers.
Considering RWL files are unprocessed, they cannot be printed and modified with common graphic editors.
When users want to access RWL images, they will require specialized graphic viewers.
Amazingly, RWL does NOT feature in the list of 200 formats that can be imported by Graphic Converter. But if you want to experiment you can download and try it free.
And we were quite warm down here too - sat in the garden and enjoyed a couple of choc ices we bought last summer. Summer was July 17th IIRC
Post by: Frances144 on May 20, 2013, 03:50:47 AM
No, to the £1 but the threat worked well!
Post by: Highmac on May 20, 2013, 04:53:09 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 20, 2013, 09:18:17 AM
Post by: Frances144 on May 20, 2013, 04:39:34 PM
One beautiful black Shetland pony filly foal born today
Post by: kimmer on May 20, 2013, 08:16:08 PM
Post by: Frances144 on May 21, 2013, 06:14:57 PM
32 years on from school! Blimey
Post by: kimmer on May 21, 2013, 07:43:05 PM
(Seriously are those hard toffees? I've never Sees except as a variety pack. So jealous.)
Post by: Frances144 on May 22, 2013, 03:50:57 PM
Driving around Shetland looking for puffins
Post by: Frances144 on May 23, 2013, 04:24:24 PM
Photos of our new bebbie
Post by: kimmer on May 23, 2013, 06:24:27 PM
New bebbie is totally adorable -- and fuzzy!
Post by: Frances144 on May 24, 2013, 03:09:37 PM
Old friends leave and new ones arrive
Post by: Frances144 on May 25, 2013, 03:36:33 PM
Madame needs a name.
Post by: Frances144 on May 26, 2013, 04:27:32 PM
And off the beach we go
Post by: kimmer on May 26, 2013, 09:36:57 PM
Adore BeAnne in the loch.
Post by: Frances144 on May 27, 2013, 03:15:31 PM
Lovely to have my daughter home - she can ride the horses now!
Post by: Frances144 on May 28, 2013, 03:28:24 PM
We have a name, at last!
Post by: kimmer on May 28, 2013, 10:17:21 PM
So very sorry about Jack.
Post by: Frances144 on May 29, 2013, 04:04:33 PM
Zoot and Dingo meet!
Post by: kimmer on May 29, 2013, 07:04:43 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 29 2013, 02:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Zoot and Dingo meet!
Healing hugs to your ankle, Frances.
Post by: Frances144 on May 30, 2013, 05:42:22 PM
Cuteness Overload
Post by: kimmer on May 31, 2013, 03:13:47 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 30 2013, 03:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Cuteness Overload
Anna and Daisy did well! Love the cheesy toothy grin shot.
Take care of yourself, Frances.
Post by: Frances144 on May 31, 2013, 12:59:42 PM
My Icelandic horse stallion, Taktur, has finished his first training session and is going on his summer holidays for a few months
Post by: kimmer on May 31, 2013, 10:34:06 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ May 31 2013, 10:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://myshetland.co.uk/takturs-going-on-his-summer-holiday/
My Icelandic horse stallion, Taktur, has finished his first training session and is going on his summer holidays for a few months
My Icelandic horse stallion, Taktur, has finished his first training session and is going on his summer holidays for a few months
For some reason I now want to kick off my shoes and go on holiday!
Post by: Frances144 on June 01, 2013, 02:28:31 PM
Anna moved into the caravan (no room) and we met the most delightful little puppy ever.
Post by: krissel on June 01, 2013, 11:15:22 PM
Sorry to hear about Jack, but he couldn't be in better hands.
Take care of that ankle. You have the whole summer ahead of you.
Post by: Frances144 on June 02, 2013, 02:52:05 PM
Zoot and Dingo go exploring.
Post by: Frances144 on June 03, 2013, 07:08:31 AM
Off south for 6 week post-op check
Post by: Highmac on June 03, 2013, 07:27:27 AM
We're all giving you moral support from our various parts of the world, so you'll be OK.
Gotta be off now to have a bacon sarnie (with HP sauce) and then do a bit more painting. I HATE painting....
We're talking skirting-boards, not art. Still, got loads of Fleetwood Mac on iTunes to distract me
Best of luck for tomorrow.
Post by: kimmer on June 03, 2013, 01:21:24 PM
Post by: Frances144 on June 05, 2013, 12:20:30 PM
Aberdeen or Shetland? You decide.
Post by: Highmac on June 06, 2013, 12:56:44 AM
Mind you, that was in 1967
Sorry to read of your ferry problem. Reads like it was still in port when it died. Certainly wouldn't want to be on a broken-down ferry in the North Sea, even in the "summer"!
Post by: Frances144 on June 06, 2013, 04:58:24 PM
The girls ride the Icelandic horses in a very fast lesson
Post by: Frances144 on June 07, 2013, 03:31:51 PM
Lots of help while I just got in the way
Post by: kimmer on June 07, 2013, 08:09:32 PM
Post by: Frances144 on June 08, 2013, 04:23:44 PM
I dare you not to say Ah at the foals (not at me!)
Post by: Frances144 on June 09, 2013, 02:45:24 PM
So much to do, so little time!
Post by: kimmer on June 09, 2013, 03:28:04 PM
And I love the plaits.
Post by: Frances144 on June 10, 2013, 04:14:01 PM
This is how an Icelandic Horse tölts - slowed down film to show the footfalls
Post by: Frances144 on June 11, 2013, 05:33:48 PM
Taking photos of starling parents feeding their babies.
Pics too of Bozz-Bozz and his mate, Arcturus - Shetland pony yearlings
Post by: kimmer on June 11, 2013, 06:49:24 PM
Post by: Frances144 on June 12, 2013, 02:51:02 PM
Rain, shoeing and 3 sittings for lunch.
Post by: Frances144 on June 13, 2013, 04:11:04 PM
My money is on the Patterdale terrier
Post by: kimmer on June 13, 2013, 08:16:52 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 13 2013, 02:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Priceless.
Post by: Frances144 on June 14, 2013, 03:04:19 PM
Shetland ponies and Icelandic horses snoozing in the Shetland sun
Post by: Frances144 on June 15, 2013, 09:57:31 AM
Shetland bebbies and going to the beach
Post by: sandyman on June 15, 2013, 02:43:11 PM
QUOTE(Highmac @ Jun 6 2013, 06:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I spent four months on a temporary transfer in the Granite City. Quite a nice place, though there was no John Lewis or Apple Store.
Mind you, that was in 1967
Sorry to read of your ferry problem. Reads like it was still in port when it died. Certainly wouldn't want to be on a broken-down ferry in the North Sea, even in the "summer"!
Mind you, that was in 1967
Sorry to read of your ferry problem. Reads like it was still in port when it died. Certainly wouldn't want to be on a broken-down ferry in the North Sea, even in the "summer"!
The Granite City? That's not what we call it down in Fife
The other names would either,
1) Need too much explanation, "Furry Boot City"
2) Or are a bit too rude to mention here on TS
Sandy
Post by: Frances144 on June 16, 2013, 03:51:02 PM
Strike action!
Post by: kimmer on June 16, 2013, 05:30:00 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 16 2013, 01:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That last photo ...
Post by: Frances144 on June 17, 2013, 02:41:15 PM
Wow! Just Wow!
Post by: Highmac on June 18, 2013, 12:21:57 AM
Post by: Frances144 on June 18, 2013, 11:24:19 AM
Anna drives Fivla, the Shetland pony
Post by: Frances144 on June 19, 2013, 08:13:46 AM
Shetland pony colts playing.
Post by: kimmer on June 19, 2013, 11:22:24 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 19 2013, 06:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That one picture of Hammy galloping (he's to the left and his mane is flying) is fantastic!
I know it's part of the process, but is it hard to sell your ponies?
Post by: Frances144 on June 20, 2013, 01:24:25 PM
Puffin!
Post by: kimmer on June 20, 2013, 06:40:23 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 20 2013, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Puffin! Nuffin!
Love puffins.
I'm with you on reading manuals, and your pics get better every day with that new gadget of yours.
Post by: RNKIII on June 20, 2013, 08:26:35 PM
Looks like the same situation on your side as well...
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Frances144 on June 21, 2013, 02:51:16 PM
Making the yearlings less fuzzy - removing the floof
Post by: Frances144 on June 22, 2013, 10:04:28 AM
Selling Shetland foal fur to help my Shetland Foal Milk Service
Post by: kimmer on June 22, 2013, 01:00:47 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 22 2013, 08:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://myshetland.co.uk/for-sale-foal-fur/
Selling Shetland foal fur to help my Shetland Foal Milk Service
Selling Shetland foal fur to help my Shetland Foal Milk Service
Fascinating trivia on the foal fur. Wish I had a use for a bag. Hope it all sells asap.
Love the vid of Indy Ping Pong.
Post by: Frances144 on June 23, 2013, 10:46:11 AM
Taktur is like Ferdinand the Bull
Post by: Frances144 on June 24, 2013, 03:33:11 PM
Bozz-Bozz is a PITA and Taktur is very nice about it
Post by: Highmac on June 25, 2013, 12:27:56 AM
Post by: Frances144 on June 25, 2013, 01:44:05 PM
Icelandic horses are only as complicated as you make them
Post by: Frances144 on June 26, 2013, 01:47:26 PM
Revenge is a dish best served cold.
Post by: Frances144 on June 27, 2013, 02:24:09 PM
Thordale Zoot is here to help. You may not want help be she is here!
Post by: kimmer on June 27, 2013, 08:11:03 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jun 27 2013, 12:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://myshetland.co.uk/here-to-help-2/
Thordale Zoot is here to help. You may not want help be she is here!
Thordale Zoot is here to help. You may not want help be she is here!
Awwww ...
Post by: Frances144 on June 28, 2013, 11:50:55 AM
Saddles woes
Post by: Frances144 on June 29, 2013, 05:15:12 PM
I am gutted
Post by: kimmer on June 29, 2013, 07:00:08 PM
I hate to encourage cheating and lying, but ... umm ... could a friend adopt the dog and then give it to you? I never said that, btw.
Post by: Frances144 on June 30, 2013, 01:06:53 PM
Wuss' new spot
Post by: Frances144 on June 30, 2013, 03:07:22 PM
QUOTE(kimmer @ Jun 29 2013, 07:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So sorry, Frances. The perfect dog is out there for you.
I hate to encourage cheating and lying, but ... umm ... could a friend adopt the dog and then give it to you? I never said that, btw.
I hate to encourage cheating and lying, but ... umm ... could a friend adopt the dog and then give it to you? I never said that, btw.
I did wonder xx
Post by: Frances144 on July 01, 2013, 03:07:09 PM
Playing horses
Post by: Frances144 on July 02, 2013, 02:44:19 PM
Shopping is exhausting and overrated
Post by: kimmer on July 02, 2013, 06:29:05 PM
Post by: Frances144 on July 03, 2013, 09:10:57 AM
A Hi-Viz experiment on a foggy day in Shetland.
Post by: Frances144 on July 04, 2013, 01:49:21 PM
Zoot and Dingo are moved with their mums. New arrival tomorrow!
Post by: Frances144 on July 05, 2013, 03:26:37 PM
A new Icelandic horse mare arrives in our herd today off the boat.
Post by: Frances144 on July 06, 2013, 03:21:33 PM
Family introductions
Post by: Highmac on July 07, 2013, 12:37:03 AM
What a weird collection of islands we live in
Post by: Frances144 on July 07, 2013, 04:12:40 AM
Post by: Frances144 on July 07, 2013, 04:25:19 PM
An old friend is back from Switzerland. Everyone is pleased to see her!
Post by: Frances144 on July 08, 2013, 07:28:32 AM
Off to see a man about a dog!
Post by: Frances144 on July 10, 2013, 08:45:26 AM
A new addition to our family, of the dog variety
Post by: Frances144 on July 11, 2013, 12:27:24 PM
Claiming the sofa!
Post by: kimmer on July 11, 2013, 02:24:24 PM
And for the record, the last photo from today is priceless!!!
Post by: Frances144 on July 12, 2013, 04:09:22 PM
Loki meets the horses.
Post by: Frances144 on July 13, 2013, 12:01:54 PM
Learning to relax and breathe.
Post by: sandyman on July 14, 2013, 07:40:55 AM
QUOTE(kimmer @ Jul 11 2013, 08:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Love you new addition. His breed is "lurcher"?
And for the record, the last photo from today is priceless!!!
And for the record, the last photo from today is priceless!!!
The breed is indeed a Lurcher.
Absolutely brilliant dogs. Some of my friends used to have lurchers. It more or less guaranteed me a dinner of rabbit when I visited
Soooo... I guess Rabbit Stew/Curry could be on the menu Chez Frances. Or should that perhaps be Chez Françoise
Sandy
Post by: Frances144 on July 14, 2013, 10:55:09 AM
I think on the menu at Ches Françoise is more likely to be Wussum Casserole. They hate each other! Cat Wars all over again. BeAnne is not helping and winds Wuss up even more. So more words.
Hmmm.....
Balls off on Friday!
Post by: Frances144 on July 14, 2013, 01:39:27 PM
Teaching an Icelandic horse to trust.
Post by: sandyman on July 15, 2013, 07:16:10 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jul 14 2013, 04:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
He hasn't caught one yet!
I think on the menu at Ches Françoise is more likely to be Wussum Casserole. They hate each other! Cat Wars all over again. BeAnne is not helping and winds Wuss up even more. So more words.
Hmmm.....
Balls off on Friday!
I think on the menu at Ches Françoise is more likely to be Wussum Casserole. They hate each other! Cat Wars all over again. BeAnne is not helping and winds Wuss up even more. So more words.
Hmmm.....
Balls off on Friday!
That's him knackered then
Sandy
Post by: Frances144 on July 15, 2013, 02:11:45 PM
Loki lurcher update
Post by: Frances144 on July 16, 2013, 02:44:17 PM
Taktur does Meet n' Greet
Post by: Frances144 on July 17, 2013, 11:17:20 AM
Getting ready for more public appearances
Post by: Frances144 on July 18, 2013, 01:54:16 PM
Bozz-Bozz and Arcturus start their travels
Post by: kimmer on July 18, 2013, 02:37:31 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jul 18 2013, 11:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I couldn't part with them.
Post by: Frances144 on July 18, 2013, 03:33:14 PM
We also have Daddy so what use is another colt to us that can't breed with any future mares we keep (same Daddy)?
Also we don't fall in love with those we know we want to sell. We love certain ones and they are for keeps, like Fivla (I was offered a blank cheque for her last year) and some of our riding horses but we breed to sell. We knew that when we started so we try very hard just to give them the best upbringing and start before we send them on their way to the nicest homes we can find.
It is not an exact science and we have been let down before. There is little you can do to safe-guard their future.
(and there is always a tiny voice that makes us want to keep them all)
Post by: Frances144 on July 19, 2013, 02:19:53 PM
Always good to have one and a spare when you go out.....
Post by: kimmer on July 19, 2013, 04:25:50 PM
I'll remember to bring pony biscuits if I ever get over your way.
Post by: Frances144 on July 20, 2013, 03:03:04 PM
Things I saw today - cat, dog, bumblebee
Post by: Frances144 on July 21, 2013, 01:46:50 PM
Getting the ponies ready for their public appearances
Post by: Frances144 on July 22, 2013, 12:09:17 PM
I love my horses from Iceland - one year on.
Post by: kimmer on July 22, 2013, 08:43:33 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Jul 22 2013, 10:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Awwwww ... great post.
Post by: Frances144 on July 23, 2013, 03:39:00 PM
Celebrating One Year to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with the two Shetland ponies in sweaters
Post by: Highmac on July 24, 2013, 01:38:01 AM
Anyway, good to see the pix and hear that you all had a good time. And good weather
Down here we had thunderstorms and intermittent heavy showers.
Post by: Frances144 on July 24, 2013, 01:52:41 PM
The Scottish Government and the Shetland ponies in sweaters
Post by: Frances144 on July 25, 2013, 11:33:51 AM
Off to Lerwick in the morning and then dog-training Loki in the afternoon.
Post by: Frances144 on July 26, 2013, 02:04:32 PM
Do you let horses into your house?
Post by: Frances144 on July 27, 2013, 04:01:02 PM
Changing the subject - taking the dogs for a walk on the beach
Post by: kimmer on July 27, 2013, 05:51:52 PM
Post by: Frances144 on July 28, 2013, 11:58:41 AM
If you’re going to San Francisco
Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair….
Post by: Frances144 on July 29, 2013, 02:32:29 PM
It never stops!
Post by: Frances144 on July 30, 2013, 12:10:01 PM
Sunshine and rain
Post by: kimmer on July 30, 2013, 12:34:48 PM
From yesterday, BeAnne smiling on the back of Verona is totally priceless.
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fish coloured kittens
Too funny. It's like that one rock and roll song where everyone messes up the "not talking about moving in" to be all kinds of weird things -- and in the movie LONG KISS GOODNIGHT he sings "not talking about the linen" until she corrects him.
Post by: Highmac on July 31, 2013, 01:43:45 AM
Just spent an hour following links as a result of your post.... Found "Misheard Lyrics" and there are some lol ones and some that are, shall we say, not family friendly (rather like the IMDB quotes from Long Kiss Goodnight
)QUOTE
Pat Benatar: Hit Me With Your Best Shot
Come on and hit me with a rickshaw.
Jimi Hendrix: Purple Haze
'Scuse me, while I kiss this guy.
Come on and hit me with a rickshaw.
Jimi Hendrix: Purple Haze
'Scuse me, while I kiss this guy.
And, to get back somewhere near the topic....
QUOTE
Starship: We Built This City
My pony plays the mamba
My pony plays the mamba
Back on topic properly:
Love those sea mist pictures as well as the Foula one at the top
Post by: Frances144 on July 31, 2013, 12:56:45 PM
Lyra-Lyra-Pants-On-Fyra still luffs her Daisy (plus the others)
Post by: Frances144 on August 01, 2013, 01:53:18 PM
I ride Haakon
Post by: Frances144 on August 02, 2013, 03:21:49 PM
A storm and I miss it!
Post by: RNKIII on August 02, 2013, 03:39:12 PM
Just a matter of snoopyness.
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Highmac on August 02, 2013, 05:03:10 PM
QUOTE(RNKIII @ Aug 2 2013, 09:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What does the term "messages" refer to? I've seen you use it a number of times... Is it what we call on this side of the pond, "errands" or "running around" ??
Just a matter of snoopyness.
Bob K. rnkiii
Just a matter of snoopyness.
Bob K. rnkiii
It's used in Scotland for shopping, usually groceries
Post by: Frances144 on August 03, 2013, 11:33:04 AM
http://myshetland.co.uk/we-go-out/
Haakon spooks at sheep. I told him to get a grip.
Post by: kimmer on August 03, 2013, 12:35:29 PM
In yesterday's post, in the second picture, what are the green plants in the row in front? They look like succulents, but mostly they look like something I should have and grow.
Post by: Frances144 on August 03, 2013, 01:55:36 PM
no idea. succulents for the garden
Post by: kimmer on August 03, 2013, 01:58:01 PM
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no idea. succulents for the garden
Oh yes. Thought that's what they were. I have some of those, not all. Time to hit the nursery up the road.
Post by: Frances144 on August 04, 2013, 02:51:12 AM
Post by: RNKIII on August 04, 2013, 08:20:01 AM
Obviously 'they' must arrive by boat with all their wares (fresh, hopefully), and set up shop for a number of days...
How can 'they' make enough ( wares, $$$, etc.) to make this profitable for 'them' and affordable for you??
We have "weekend / farmers" markets, where local farmers or those with large gardens sell to those of us who don't have room to grow things, hate to get down on our knees for fear of never getting up again, or only turn things brown with our 'poison' thumbs. But they only travel relatively short distances, not to the end of Gods earth, to sell their wares.
Brief discussion would be greatly appreciated, inquiring minds want to know...
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Frances144 on August 04, 2013, 12:02:19 PM
It is the same for everyone who brings anything up here, be it for the shops, for private use, for anything really. We all pay extra. We expect to. Even Tesco's charges more for stuff than on the mainland. Hell, we even pay 20p a litre more in diesel and petrol than everyone else and we have our own oil terminal!
Highlands & Islands - the dreaded words on all postage and packaging too. If it comes in the post, we pay more, mostly even though Royal Mail don't charge extra, but couriers do.
Nothing in the market was "cheap & cheerful" but it was to be fair tat and we all knew that. What it is, though, is different and Shetlanders love that. A taste of the mainland and they will happily pay over the odds for that.
The way I look at it is that we don't pay for meat much (most is free) and fish. We have an amazing place to live in and yes it is very expensive but it does keep the grockles and tourons away! You have to really want to be here to live here.
Post by: Frances144 on August 04, 2013, 03:09:03 PM
The ponies go to town
Post by: gunug on August 05, 2013, 10:00:40 AM
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Post by: Frances144 on August 05, 2013, 10:40:48 AM
Post by: Frances144 on August 05, 2013, 01:03:37 PM
I had my first riding lesson in ages (huge cheesey grin)
Post by: Frances144 on August 06, 2013, 11:35:34 AM
Happy happy happy
Post by: RNKIII on August 06, 2013, 07:50:29 PM
Congratulations, again, to you all.
Bob K. rnkiii
Post by: Frances144 on August 07, 2013, 03:43:24 AM
Post by: Frances144 on August 07, 2013, 02:38:56 PM
About Hammy, **** sigh ***
Post by: Frances144 on August 08, 2013, 02:07:42 PM
I aam not good with change
Post by: kimmer on August 08, 2013, 11:25:37 PM
Post by: Frances144 on August 09, 2013, 02:06:00 PM
Getting ready for our local agricultural show with our Shetland ponies
Post by: Frances144 on August 10, 2013, 02:58:17 PM
I am too exhausted to write anything. Going to bed.
Post by: Highmac on August 11, 2013, 03:54:56 AM
Glad you had a good day and look forward to seeing the pix
Post by: Frances144 on August 11, 2013, 12:01:16 PM
How we did at the Show. We did good.
Post by: Frances144 on August 12, 2013, 01:32:36 PM
A perfect day.
Post by: gunug on August 13, 2013, 08:08:37 AM
Post by: Frances144 on August 13, 2013, 03:26:40 PM
Flossie takes over while I go south to hospital
Post by: Frances144 on August 14, 2013, 02:00:33 PM
I languish in a 4-star hotel waiting my hospital appointment while Flossie writes the blog
Post by: Frances144 on August 15, 2013, 12:23:50 PM
Flossie on her travels with her photos and the midges!
Post by: Frances144 on August 17, 2013, 10:22:52 AM
Indy and Taktur do not want to live together ever. Battle lines were drawn.
Post by: kimmer on August 17, 2013, 12:48:52 PM
Post by: Frances144 on August 18, 2013, 10:42:02 AM
Poor IndyPingPong is emotionally scarred.
Carrots, he needs carrots.
Post by: Highmac on August 19, 2013, 04:48:53 AM
Bob Newhart may be a bit before your time, Frances, but you might enjoy this little sketch of his, "The World's Smallest Horse"
PS: Got 1.5kg of "mis-shape" carrots from Sainsbury's for 89p yesterday. Probably wouldn't even make a between-meals snack for a pony, though.
Post by: Frances144 on August 19, 2013, 09:14:55 AM
Post by: gunug on August 19, 2013, 10:37:37 AM
QUOTE
PS: Got 1.5kg of "mis-shape" carrots from Sainsbury's for 89p yesterday.
In my younger days we used to look for "mis-shaped" carrots and showed them off to each other in the school lunch room.
Post by: Highmac on August 19, 2013, 10:44:53 AM
QUOTE(gunug @ Aug 19 2013, 04:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE
PS: Got 1.5kg of "mis-shape" carrots from Sainsbury's for 89p yesterday.
In my younger days we used to look for "mis-shaped" carrots and showed them off to each other in the school lunch room.
Post by: Frances144 on August 19, 2013, 11:57:15 AM
QUOTE(gunug @ Aug 19 2013, 10:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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PS: Got 1.5kg of "mis-shape" carrots from Sainsbury's for 89p yesterday.
In my younger days we used to look for "mis-shaped" carrots and showed them off to each other in the school lunch room.
I might've done that to find ones to feed PingPong! The ones with two legs, not three! I wanted to make him smile.
Post by: Frances144 on August 19, 2013, 01:52:11 PM
I miss my little PingPong.
Post by: Frances144 on August 20, 2013, 02:19:16 PM
A sad, sad sale
Post by: Frances144 on August 21, 2013, 01:12:35 PM
No one is talking to BeAnne Duvet.
Post by: Frances144 on August 22, 2013, 03:46:55 PM
Happy birthday to my darling elder daughter who has been a pillar of strength this holidays
Post by: Frances144 on August 23, 2013, 06:26:46 AM
Off we go again. No time to ride so I throw carrots instead
Post by: kimmer on August 23, 2013, 01:59:30 PM
Hope you both have a good trip!!!
Post by: Frances144 on August 24, 2013, 04:01:48 PM
Here I am in St Andrews again
Post by: Frances144 on August 25, 2013, 03:54:30 PM
Floss writes the blog today. Thank you Floss
Post by: Frances144 on August 27, 2013, 03:39:36 AM
Floss and the Icelandic horses
Post by: Frances144 on August 27, 2013, 12:25:22 PM
A lovely day at Falkland Palace, Fife.
Post by: Frances144 on August 28, 2013, 12:03:07 PM
Poor BeAnne and clocks tick before I return to hospital
Post by: Frances144 on August 29, 2013, 08:09:45 AM
Flossie rides Haakon
Post by: kimmer on August 29, 2013, 08:25:48 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Aug 29 2013, 06:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Flossie rides Haakon
Wonderful post. Flossie is such a pretty lady (actually both of your daughters are pretty), but when she smiles she's gorgeous!
Post by: Frances144 on August 30, 2013, 03:01:21 AM
Post by: gunug on August 30, 2013, 08:48:12 AM
Post by: Frances144 on August 30, 2013, 12:24:13 PM
So proud. Only took 16 years to be a cartoon in the local paper.
Post by: Frances144 on August 31, 2013, 02:01:09 PM
Floss has her second riding lesson. The smile says it all.
Post by: kimmer on August 31, 2013, 02:39:15 PM
Post by: Frances144 on September 01, 2013, 01:01:11 PM
Mum leaves for the hospital. Good luck!
Post by: Frances144 on September 02, 2013, 01:32:15 PM
Yet another trip to the vet.
Post by: Frances144 on September 03, 2013, 01:37:06 PM
I become everyone's best friend.
Post by: Frances144 on September 04, 2013, 12:49:44 PM
Iacs takes matters into his own hands.
Post by: Frances144 on September 05, 2013, 01:18:49 PM
Mum gets back from hospital.
Post by: Highmac on September 06, 2013, 01:03:30 AM
Your daughter's been doing a fine blog-job while you've been away. But you knew that already....
Post by: Frances144 on September 06, 2013, 08:46:57 AM
One small Patterdale terrier is happy I am home
Post by: Frances144 on September 07, 2013, 10:18:25 AM
Flossie rides and the dogs fight.
Post by: Frances144 on September 08, 2013, 10:02:34 AM
Seeing my Icelandic horses through other peoples' eyes.
Post by: Frances144 on September 09, 2013, 10:50:56 AM
Flossie becomes my eyes - I send her out for a walk on the hill with a camera
Post by: gunug on September 09, 2013, 11:12:03 AM
Post by: Frances144 on September 10, 2013, 12:23:08 PM
What we used to do in previous lives
Post by: Frances144 on September 11, 2013, 11:42:12 AM
I had a migraine today. Floss feeds the horses for me.
Post by: Frances144 on September 12, 2013, 02:20:42 PM
3 requests - cake, Wuss and Shetland ponies
Post by: Frances144 on September 13, 2013, 12:42:40 PM
A very good day. Haakon visits.
Post by: kimmer on September 13, 2013, 01:27:20 PM
Love Elizabeth's blog. Tell her to hurry up with that chocolate cake recipe.
Post by: Frances144 on September 14, 2013, 11:51:12 AM
Topping up on my Vitamin D with the dogs and OH
Post by: Frances144 on September 15, 2013, 09:24:14 AM
Visitors fresh off the boat after rather a stormy night looking very bleak. Cure - they meet the horses.
Post by: Frances144 on September 16, 2013, 09:47:41 AM
Earlier madder days. The Basket Saddle
Post by: Highmac on September 17, 2013, 12:44:47 AM
Post by: Frances144 on September 17, 2013, 09:32:34 AM
Icelandic horses grazing around the house (yes, outside!)
Post by: kimmer on September 17, 2013, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: Frances144 on September 18, 2013, 09:55:48 AM
How it all began - taking Shetland pony photographs.
Post by: Frances144 on September 19, 2013, 02:58:53 PM
Apologies if it is very slow. Wordpress seems to be ill.
Post by: Frances144 on September 20, 2013, 02:51:57 PM
Taking life slowly
Post by: Frances144 on September 21, 2013, 07:43:10 AM
All my horses run away this morning and go a-wandering. Friends come to the rescue.
Post by: kimmer on September 21, 2013, 01:19:53 PM
Post by: Frances144 on September 22, 2013, 02:36:14 PM
The house elves today
Post by: Frances144 on September 23, 2013, 08:01:50 AM
Haakon, my Icelandic horse's 15 seconds of fame on NRK Norwegian TV's Norskekysten.
So proud of my horse.
Post by: Frances144 on September 24, 2013, 10:01:18 AM
It was a good day out.
Post by: Frances144 on September 25, 2013, 02:02:04 PM
A good friend took me to see my Shetland ponies today. They were beautiful and it was a lovely day.
Post by: Frances144 on September 26, 2013, 07:43:51 AM
It has been a long journey to get to this stage with the boys
Post by: Frances144 on September 27, 2013, 11:24:27 AM
Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
[insert big cheesey grin]
Post by: Frances144 on September 28, 2013, 11:48:08 AM
Icelandic horses and Shetland ponies in the distance.....
Post by: Frances144 on September 29, 2013, 09:02:33 AM
They took my horse away - gerrumph!
Post by: Frances144 on September 30, 2013, 10:05:00 AM
A request from my eldest.
Post by: Frances144 on October 01, 2013, 10:04:43 AM
My best Shetland pony ever.
Post by: Frances144 on October 02, 2013, 11:37:08 AM
Watching animals age is a horrible thing
Post by: Frances144 on October 03, 2013, 11:42:18 AM
Hair salon, beauty treatments and Shetland ponies. A good day.
Post by: Frances144 on October 04, 2013, 11:12:24 AM
A leg at each corner! The original Thelwell pony.
Post by: kimmer on October 04, 2013, 07:25:50 PM
PS: Love Wallace and Gromit!
Post by: Frances144 on October 05, 2013, 10:10:45 AM
The family tradition continues....
Post by: Frances144 on October 06, 2013, 12:36:41 PM
Our last walk before university
Post by: Frances144 on October 07, 2013, 10:39:49 AM
Two happy little lads
Post by: Frances144 on October 08, 2013, 10:31:47 AM
Tandem not pairs. Safer!
Post by: Frances144 on October 09, 2013, 10:39:13 AM
Good design - Shetland ponies in the snow.
Post by: Frances144 on October 10, 2013, 12:05:28 PM
With added lispy purr film!
Post by: Frances144 on October 11, 2013, 11:23:56 AM
Training the best boy.
Post by: kimmer on October 11, 2013, 12:25:59 PM
Post by: Frances144 on October 12, 2013, 12:39:22 PM
An update of the pony we rescued from France and brought to Shetland all those years ago.
Post by: Frances144 on October 13, 2013, 02:13:49 PM
My Icelandic horse stallion starts his training
Post by: Frances144 on October 14, 2013, 01:33:24 PM
A drive around Shetland in autumn to see my ponies
Post by: Frances144 on October 15, 2013, 09:29:52 AM
Loki 3 months on
Post by: Frances144 on October 16, 2013, 12:40:44 PM
❤ Taktur falls in love ❤
Post by: Frances144 on October 17, 2013, 11:53:58 AM
New additions
Post by: Frances144 on October 18, 2013, 01:10:10 PM
Totally in the way!
Post by: Frances144 on October 19, 2013, 11:02:12 AM
Off to hospital. Can I take a Shetland pony?
Post by: Frances144 on October 23, 2013, 12:38:02 PM
Glad to be home.
Post by: kimmer on October 23, 2013, 02:02:29 PM
Post by: Frances144 on October 24, 2013, 10:51:48 AM
My version of physiotherapy
Post by: Frances144 on October 25, 2013, 10:36:59 AM
The road to recovery is paved with good intentions!
Post by: Frances144 on October 26, 2013, 12:13:17 PM
The Grand Master of Cupboard Love
Post by: Frances144 on October 27, 2013, 12:06:36 PM
BeAnne takes up riding again
Post by: kimmer on October 27, 2013, 12:31:32 PM
Post by: Frances144 on October 28, 2013, 01:04:08 PM
Proof of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!
Post by: Frances144 on October 29, 2013, 11:07:33 AM
I live in the middle of nowhere! Yay.
Post by: Frances144 on October 30, 2013, 12:40:34 PM
My dvd wot I made
Post by: Frances144 on October 31, 2013, 01:49:24 PM
I dread winter.
Post by: Frances144 on November 01, 2013, 01:44:40 PM
I finally get my wings
Post by: kimmer on November 01, 2013, 07:29:27 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Nov 1 2013, 11:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So happy for you, Frances. I'm missing your updates at FB (not sure what FB is doing, but I only see updates from 8 people!), so I'm glad you have this thread so I can keep up with you.
Drive careful, and thanks for the lovely pics in today's post.
Post by: Frances144 on November 02, 2013, 12:43:51 PM
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Post by: Frances144 on November 03, 2013, 10:22:11 AM
We have rain and then some more rain.
Post by: Frances144 on November 04, 2013, 12:17:29 PM
He's a Mummy's Boy
Post by: Frances144 on November 05, 2013, 11:23:53 AM
The garden in Autumn, Wuss and some ponies
Post by: Highmac on November 06, 2013, 12:10:46 AM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Nov 5 2013, 05:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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The hamster living in my camera is not considered a valid explanation.
Post by: Frances144 on November 06, 2013, 10:54:51 AM
I went to Lerwick and I saw...... (be prepared)
Post by: Frances144 on November 07, 2013, 12:38:43 PM
Today started badly and got steadily worse
Post by: kimmer on November 07, 2013, 06:52:26 PM
QUOTE(Highmac @ Nov 5 2013, 11:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Nov 5 2013, 05:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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The hamster living in my camera is not considered a valid explanation.
Personally, I wish said hamster would come live in my camera for a while.
Great photos as always.
Post by: Frances144 on November 08, 2013, 12:15:53 PM
The World's Worst Twitcher Award goes to.......?
Post by: Frances144 on November 09, 2013, 11:25:45 AM
A day doing what I like doing best - taking photos
Post by: Frances144 on November 10, 2013, 12:09:06 PM
No means no!
Post by: Frances144 on November 11, 2013, 10:02:36 AM
Join up
Post by: Frances144 on November 12, 2013, 02:29:09 PM
A day of weather.
Post by: Frances144 on November 13, 2013, 10:20:40 AM
Another world.
Post by: Frances144 on November 14, 2013, 12:14:38 PM
Velia is hopping lame
Post by: Frances144 on November 15, 2013, 11:50:36 AM
Something in the water?
Post by: kimmer on November 15, 2013, 01:24:39 PM
QUOTE(Frances144 @ Nov 15 2013, 10:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Makes you wonder, doesn't it? Hope everyone is right as rain soon, and no more sore hooves and/or legs!
Post by: Frances144 on November 16, 2013, 11:48:46 AM
A huge change/
Post by: Frances144 on November 17, 2013, 10:08:15 AM
A lull and we strike
Post by: Frances144 on November 18, 2013, 12:09:10 PM
Making my life easier
Post by: Frances144 on November 19, 2013, 09:17:16 AM
Snow today
Post by: Frances144 on November 20, 2013, 10:08:14 AM
Jack goes missing
Post by: Frances144 on November 21, 2013, 10:36:14 AM
I have a new photographic assistant.
Post by: Frances144 on November 22, 2013, 10:37:28 AM
Christmas parade tomorrow with Fivla and Vitamin
Post by: Frances144 on November 23, 2013, 12:58:00 PM
Turning on the Christmas lights!
Post by: Frances144 on November 24, 2013, 12:04:39 PM
Back to life, back to reality!
Post by: Frances144 on November 25, 2013, 10:41:11 AM
I miss riding. I do.
Post by: Frances144 on November 26, 2013, 01:13:30 PM
Update for the Bozz-Bozz Fan Club (official)
Post by: Frances144 on November 27, 2013, 10:21:53 AM
Going for a walk and a double rainbow
Post by: Frances144 on November 28, 2013, 12:22:37 PM
Giving up taking photos.
Post by: Frances144 on November 29, 2013, 11:15:27 AM
A walk on the beach in winter.
Post by: kimmer on November 29, 2013, 01:42:40 PM
Post by: Frances144 on November 30, 2013, 09:52:41 AM
I have a present to say thank you for you
Post by: gunug on November 30, 2013, 11:40:31 AM
Post by: Frances144 on December 01, 2013, 08:01:33 AM
close-ups with commentary
Post by: Frances144 on December 02, 2013, 10:58:42 AM
My Christmas List
Post by: Frances144 on December 03, 2013, 11:40:44 AM
A busy day today.
Post by: Frances144 on December 04, 2013, 10:47:14 AM
Trying to get outside.
Post by: Frances144 on December 06, 2013, 10:00:08 AM
Bloomin' heck, it's cold.
Post by: Highmac on December 06, 2013, 10:18:23 AM
So, nominated for Blogger of the Year. Too modest to tell us, I suppose, so I'll supply the link for your avid readers to give their support
Just go to the linked page and click on Frances Taylor's name. My vote's already there
Post by: Frances144 on December 06, 2013, 11:56:19 AM
Post by: Frances144 on December 07, 2013, 10:24:42 AM
Rest in peace Ljósfaxi.
Post by: Frances144 on December 08, 2013, 09:31:19 AM
Sod it, I went for a ride.
Post by: Frances144 on December 09, 2013, 11:23:52 AM
The beautiful and the ugly
Post by: Frances144 on December 10, 2013, 09:58:19 AM
The fright of my life.
Post by: Frances144 on December 11, 2013, 09:55:09 AM
A shameless " I ❤ my horse" post
Post by: Frances144 on December 12, 2013, 10:57:48 AM
Very proud, and thank you
Post by: kimmer on December 12, 2013, 07:28:25 PM
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Post by: Highmac on December 13, 2013, 08:27:57 AM
Mind you, without the "other stuff", you wouldn't have such an interesting blog
Post by: Frances144 on December 13, 2013, 09:18:29 AM
More photos from yesterday
Post by: Frances144 on December 14, 2013, 08:44:14 AM
Looking forward to riding again
Post by: gunug on December 14, 2013, 12:51:02 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 15, 2013, 10:44:50 AM
Fierce weather
Post by: Frances144 on December 16, 2013, 11:49:01 AM
Two Arcturus (pl? Arcturi - not sure).
Post by: Frances144 on December 17, 2013, 11:38:30 AM
As I don't have Shetland ponies here due to Stallion Wars, I borrowed some today!
Post by: Frances144 on December 18, 2013, 09:21:33 AM
A Milestone
Post by: Frances144 on December 19, 2013, 09:59:33 AM
Weather, a walk and asleep.
Post by: kimmer on December 19, 2013, 05:21:12 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 20, 2013, 03:23:59 AM
Post by: Frances144 on December 20, 2013, 03:05:12 PM
Christmas can start now.
Post by: Frances144 on December 21, 2013, 09:30:17 AM
A very merry Christmas from everyone at Thordale x
Post by: Frances144 on December 22, 2013, 02:33:19 PM
More farriery
Post by: Frances144 on December 23, 2013, 11:05:57 AM
Jack's modelling career
Post by: Frances144 on December 24, 2013, 12:13:39 PM
There will be a test at the end of the year!
Post by: Frances144 on December 26, 2013, 09:40:57 AM
Introducing the Fat Bar-Steward Girth
Post by: Frances144 on December 27, 2013, 11:22:02 AM
Not feeling that brilliant today. Sorry.
Post by: gunug on December 27, 2013, 03:30:06 PM
Post by: Frances144 on December 28, 2013, 09:42:06 AM
My neighbours
Post by: Frances144 on December 29, 2013, 10:43:05 AM
I appear to have something in my eye - sniff!
Post by: Frances144 on December 30, 2013, 09:31:54 AM
Never put a foot wrong.
Post by: Frances144 on December 31, 2013, 09:31:09 AM
2013 round-up