joeanne
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I love reading this thread. I always end up crying with laughter and wondering what the heck you are all going to do next! 
My next equine project horse
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AdorableAlice
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I love reading this thread. I always end up crying with laughter and wondering what the heck you are all going to do next!
I can tell you what happens next. As soon as I have more strength Ted is going to meet Trudy Trollope, the blow up doll that I have bought him. Trudy will be used to begin the backing process.
Highlands
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Pictures please.....we need to see this. Please make sure Trudy has a fully fitted riding hat on, boots, point air over a body protector.....
I am getting an image of tall, busty female in very tight breeches..... Very made up with loads of jewellery.....
What are the neighbours going to think, I know we Worcestershire folk are open minded as we understand it in the context of horses but unhorsey neighbours.....mine would be calling and having me committed to a house for the seriously loopy...
I am getting an image of tall, busty female in very tight breeches..... Very made up with loads of jewellery.....
What are the neighbours going to think, I know we Worcestershire folk are open minded as we understand it in the context of horses but unhorsey neighbours.....mine would be calling and having me committed to a house for the seriously loopy...
Adopter
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Hope you have an assistant standing by with a camera! Looking forward to seeing photos and Trudie's outfit!
joeanne
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I have a serious attack of the giggles now....I have visions of a dubious looking blow up doll in jods, hat and boots sat astride a mind boggled Ted!
AdorableAlice
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She is having overalls, sticky tape over her mouth, sand in her pants and wellies. She remains deflated because we can't seem to find a pump to fit her. Maybe that wants rewording. I wonder if she and Ted would like a onesie. Gosh that was naughty, delete that bit. A camera will be on stand by, as will a parachute and puncture kit for Trudie.
Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
Just going off to bed but am now in hysterics AA!
TrasaM
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Practical suggestion if you're going ahead with sand in pants idea. 1 x pair of ladies tights and 1 x quantity of sand or material with similar properties ( cat litter that does not clump maybe? Starting with feet ..gravity will ensure that this is your only available option. Use rubber bands or string to creat ankles before filling lower leg..then another band to create knee and so on until tights are full of suitable weighty material. Creating joints will give her a nice bendy leg. Now the sad bit for poor Trudy. She may need a small operation in order to insert sand filled tights into her but some good duck tape should short out the incisions. Not sure how you're going to stiffen her back though
Oh I'm all excited now. Think I'll go and buy an er. Er anatomically correct blow up doll and fill her with sand. Just for fun!
Oh I'm all excited now. Think I'll go and buy an er. Er anatomically correct blow up doll and fill her with sand. Just for fun!
AdorableAlice
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Practical suggestion if you're going ahead with sand in pants idea. 1 x pair of ladies tights and 1 x quantity of sand or material with similar properties ( cat litter that does not clump maybe? Starting with feet ..gravity will ensure that this is your only available option. Use rubber bands or string to creat ankles before filling lower leg..then another band to create knee and so on until tights are full of suitable weighty material. Creating joints will give her a nice bendy leg. Now the sad bit for poor Trudy. She may need a small operation in order to insert sand filled tights into her but some good duck tape should short out the incisions. Not sure how you're going to stiffen her back though
Oh I'm all excited now. Think I'll go and buy an er. Er anatomically correct blow up doll and fill her with sand. Just for fun!
Einstein ! You have got me thinking.
Blowing a gale here, no rain yet. Hope those of you in the south are ok.
TrasaM
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I'm in Leicestershire and the winds just getting up here and it's raining and very cold. My son and girlfriend are supposed to drive back to Glasgow tomorrow and I'm trying to talk them out of it. Hope you're ok too. Stay safe and I hope Ted stays put. At least at his size he won't blow away.
AdorableAlice
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Just looking at weather, seems central areas will have wind and rain passing through quickly. Up and down country are worse. I wouldn't fancy traveling too far.
Thelwellesque
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Hello AA,
I cannot believe that I haven't seen this thread until now, but I haven't been on here for long. OMG what a time you have had. I have spent a whole afternoon reading every post on this and I can't tell you how amazing this thread is. The story of love, laughter, loss (Ted's) and love again, tenacity and courage. What could be more inspiring at this time of year.
For me you have made me get off my arse and sort out a new programme of getting my 12 year old back into work after 5 months off (due to operation on my back and a move to France) and a whole new load of fun for my 19 month old naughty Welsh X Clydie! I am in an area where I have no one around me horsy and am finding it hard not having my friends with me. We are only here temporarily until we find the right place but god I miss my horsy friends. I've spent hours in tears wishing I was back home, bit of a wuss I'm afraid when it comes to new places and new languages but now reading your story I'm thinking how lucky I am to have this opportunity. I wish you(amazing lady), OH, Ted, Alice, Big horse, and everyone else the best New Year ever and an eternal thank you for making me see sense. Your good health. Always. XX
I cannot believe that I haven't seen this thread until now, but I haven't been on here for long. OMG what a time you have had. I have spent a whole afternoon reading every post on this and I can't tell you how amazing this thread is. The story of love, laughter, loss (Ted's) and love again, tenacity and courage. What could be more inspiring at this time of year.
For me you have made me get off my arse and sort out a new programme of getting my 12 year old back into work after 5 months off (due to operation on my back and a move to France) and a whole new load of fun for my 19 month old naughty Welsh X Clydie! I am in an area where I have no one around me horsy and am finding it hard not having my friends with me. We are only here temporarily until we find the right place but god I miss my horsy friends. I've spent hours in tears wishing I was back home, bit of a wuss I'm afraid when it comes to new places and new languages but now reading your story I'm thinking how lucky I am to have this opportunity. I wish you(amazing lady), OH, Ted, Alice, Big horse, and everyone else the best New Year ever and an eternal thank you for making me see sense. Your good health. Always. XX
AdorableAlice
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Ah, how lovely is that, thank you. Just do things slowly, moving away is a massive upheaval. I have just started to realise setting small targets and achieving them is far better than failing at bigger targets, even if the small things make me frustrated ! With the horses I am a great believer in not starting something you cannot finish. Ted has done nothing over Christmas (apart from escape) because the chemotherapy fatigue is back big time, but I just try not to worry about what has not been done. Very best of luck in France and I hope your surgery is a success.
Thelwellesque
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Thank you so much, I didn't expect or deserve such a nice reply. Please continue with your posts, you wouldn't believe how much pleasure and joy you are bringing people.
You are an amazing lady. XX
You are an amazing lady. XX
maree t
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My OH is eagerly awaiting pictures of Trudys first ride.
Perhaps I should have worded that better ;0
Perhaps I should have worded that better ;0
Doormouse
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Snort!!! Wine on iPad!
AdorableAlice
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Ah, that's your fault, twiglets all over the computer.
I have a bet on that Trudy will not get within 50 yards of Ted let alone on his back.
Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
Beautifully worded IMHO :biggrin3:!
AdorableAlice
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I must get her blown up, she is all pink and wrinkled at the moment. Maybe if I took her in a large brown bag, to a garage at the dead of night..........No Officer, the doll belongs to Ted my carthorse, no officer I am not soliciting anything, please don't handcuff me to her it does not look good.
Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
Oh goodness, AA, you've got me helpless with laughter again as I conjure up an alarmingly vivid mental image of you, Trudie, an air pump and a bemused PC.....
AdorableAlice
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Well at least I blend in a bit more now. My hair has grown back well and I now sport a dirty grey pixie cut. A few weeks ago I was shiny topped with a bit of bum fluff !
Tiddlypom
Carries on creakily
So pleased to hear that your hair is growing back well, it must be a real boost to your morale.
Carefreegirl
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Just read this from the beginning :biggrin3: What a year for you. Glad things are on the up health wise.
Have you thought about selling tickets for Trudies debut ? You'd make a fortune. I hope you're going to video it at least :biggrin3:
Have you thought about selling tickets for Trudies debut ? You'd make a fortune. I hope you're going to video it at least :biggrin3:
AdorableAlice
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Now there is a thought, I could sell it to Horse and Country, Ted and his Tart instead of Parelli World Tour.
I checked him this morning, he had pulled a load of haylage out of the feeder and made a nest out of it. The other two were eating over the top of him covering him in bits. Just watched countryfile weather, wall to wall rain for the midlands, Ted will be coming over into the barns I think. Time to get Trudie blown up.
Carefreegirl
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Just a thought - what if Trudie becomes detached in the wind ? The proper wind, not Teds. Would you admit to being her 'owner' when she's recovered ? I can imagine the local newspaper article now....
Wave ya' carrot stick at that Mr.Parelli :smile3:
AdorableAlice
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Absolutely not, nothing to do with me. We have a footpath running directly at the side of the barn I am hoping no one uses it when we are Ted training.
Little Alfie
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Just back to the forum after a long lay off (OH riding accident) long story
Me ? male 52 had a stroke 11.12.13 quite a shock, but never mind that.
Found this thread tonight and read it all from the beginning.
You are truly inspirational. You must write a book.
I spent today in PJ's and resting did a bit to much yesterday.
Glad you are on the mend.
Can't wait to see Trudy
Good luck with Ted
Me ? male 52 had a stroke 11.12.13 quite a shock, but never mind that.
Found this thread tonight and read it all from the beginning.
You are truly inspirational. You must write a book.
I spent today in PJ's and resting did a bit to much yesterday.
Glad you are on the mend.
Can't wait to see Trudy
Good luck with Ted
AdorableAlice
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Just back to the forum after a long lay off (OH riding accident) long story
Me ? male 52 had a stroke 11.12.13 quite a shock, but never mind that.
Found this thread tonight and read it all from the beginning.
You are truly inspirational. You must write a book.
I spent today in PJ's and resting did a bit to much yesterday.
Glad you are on the mend.
Can't wait to see Trudy
Good luck with Ted
Gosh you have had a trying 2013. I hope you and the good lady are both improving and 2014 is a far better year. I hope you are getting all the help you can from the NHS and you progress as quickly as you can. Don't over do it
though ! I know all about paying the price the day after. I am not inspirational, I am just lucky and a product of the routine NHS screening working.
Ted is currently parked under the hedge, soaked through and looking miserable.
TrasaM
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Please please ..can I volunteer my services as photographer. ..... P l e a s e
AdorableAlice
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Please please ..can I volunteer my services as photographer. ..... P l e a s e
Yes, but you must avoid my lack of hair and large bottom !
Good news, Alice's bandage came off today, five weeks after her nasty injury. The wound is beautiful and her hoped for show cob career is still on track.