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Happy Birthday Jason and Carrying On
I’ve managed to give myself a head cold and lose my voice crying off and on over Poco the last few days. I have to be honest in that I’m...
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May 10, 20093 min read
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Poco 19XX-2009
Today we sadly said goodbye to Poco. My parents spared no expense and gave him every chance they could, and the vets spared no effort and...
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May 6, 20092 min read
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Wet Weekend
It was a pretty quiet weekend on the farm. It started raining very early in the morning on Friday morning and has basically rained off...
hoffywhf
May 3, 20093 min read
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Pony Infirmary and Other Happenings
Poco is home! After six days in the clinic Poco came home on Thursday afternoon. He still isn’t back to 100% yet. Most of the time his...
hoffywhf
Apr 30, 20092 min read
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The Thermoneutral Zone – Another Guest Post By Jason
A number of Melissa’s blog post readers have asked that I do an occasional question and answer series regarding equine nutrition/equine...
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Apr 28, 20093 min read
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Another horspital visit
Poco had a horspital visit #farmmanagement #mom #vet
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Apr 26, 20091 min read
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Arena Info
Thank you everyone for the compliments on my arena. Yes, I fully realize I am one spoiled gal when it comes to my arena. The arena is...
hoffywhf
Apr 22, 20092 min read
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A Day in PIctures
It has been a pretty typical week around the farm so far. No lost (and found) phones, no new horses, no new pieces of equipment . . ....
hoffywhf
Apr 21, 20091 min read
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Lost and Found
I mentioned in my last post that I lost my cell phone. How annoying is that? I decided to ride out in the pastures while I had the...
hoffywhf
Apr 19, 20092 min read
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Something New and a Lot of Aggravation
This will have to be a short update (the crowd stands and roars in approval) as it is late and I’ve not yet made out my farrier list for...
hoffywhf
Apr 16, 20093 min read
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Happy Birthday Faune!
Today we had another birthday on the farm. It was Faune’s birthday and of course we celebrated. I don’t know if it is a blessing or a...
hoffywhf
Apr 15, 20091 min read
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We’re Back!
I apologize for not updating my blog since last week. Jason and I had a brief getaway over Easter weekend. My parents have a beautiful...
hoffywhf
Apr 13, 20093 min read
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Happy Birthday Apollo and A Gorgeous Day
Today truly made up for our last two days of yucky weather. A high right at 70 degrees, bright sunshine, and a gentle, warm breeze. ...
hoffywhf
Apr 8, 20091 min read
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The Very, Very Basics of Feeding Horses – Jason’s Post
After an early morning today and a busy week leading up to what we hope is a relaxing Easter Sunday, Melissa, in a rare moment of...
hoffywhf
Apr 7, 20094 min read
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Birthday Cake, Napping, and Playful Ponies
We had a nice weekend around the farm. Jason and I were really busy but the horses seemed to mostly nap! There were a few playful...
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Apr 5, 20091 min read
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Pictures
These pictures were all taken in mid to late December. Enjoy these scenes from around the farm and everyone have a wonderful weekend!...
hoffywhf
Apr 2, 20091 min read
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Welcome Cuff Links and Happy Birthday!!
I just edited my post as I learned some vital information a minute ago – April 1st is Cuffie’s birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY CUFFIE – your...
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Mar 31, 20093 min read
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Interesting Weekend
The weekend could not have had a better start. We greeted a new arrival on Friday evening! he arrived at about 8:15 pm from California....
hoffywhf
Mar 29, 20091 min read
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Pictures + Status Change
We had a big event today! Jason received his U.S. Citizenship today and we attended his citizenship ceremony. For those of you who...
hoffywhf
Mar 26, 20091 min read
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Another Day In Pictures And Video
Below are some scenes from around the retirement farm on Tuesday. It was another beautiful day, sunny and 77 for the high. The horses...
hoffywhf
Mar 24, 20091 min read
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