Something About Nothing..........# 10

[schumigirl]

what wonderful news for your son !!!

i'm proud of him too!


he'll do great for the second year too.

Thanks....

I rode on Sunday too! I was put back on a horse I fell off of in February.. I was a bit nervous but luckily he's a super lazy guy and the half hour was me struggling to get him moving! Still haven't gotten the courage to canter since that fall though

Oh you`re brave......I was always too scared of horses to go on one, although I do like them. We had a huge field near us when I was a kid with horses in but they were Clydesdales......and mahoooosive!!!

Fell!

Speaking of fell, first thing this morning after arriving at SW we were going to hit Manta first. Well after the bus ride I had to go to the bathroom before riding. Well it was raining lightly and when I stepped 2 feet into the bathroom right behind DS, I ended up slipping and falling on the floor and into the wall.

DW saw the whole thing happen and ran over. I ended up hitting my right shoulder on the wall, right hand into the wall or floor, and skinning my knee on the floor. Lets say it happened so fast i could not think. I did not notice my knee bleeding until after going to the bathroom, after the fact shock. Ended up doing the whole day there a little sore though.

Oh Bluer, hope you`re not too sore this morning and glad you weren't hurt more

Ouch!!

So so so tired today but going to my dads University Graduation Ceremony today- he passed with a first class honours degree so we are all very proud!! Will have to give myself a shake and get dressed today- it's a formal event so will have to wear high heels, my feet are hurting just thinking about it

Congrats to your dad, you must be proud of him

Good luck with the heels.....last time I wore heels Wham were still hot!!!! I don`t wear them unless I don`t have to walk anywhere in them!!



It`s so humid here today. DS and I went out to do a bit of shopping today expected it to be cool as it`s so grey and dark...but wow it`s hot........not Florida hot......but hot.

Any locals heard or been to Amura on Sand Lake Road? We haven`t been to that one before, it looks nice.

 

[Metro West]

Any locals heard or been to Amura on Sand Lake Road? We haven`t been to that one before, it looks nice.

Of course dear.

A girl I work with went to Amura a while back and said it was fair but she went to the downtown location. She wasn't overly impressed but she said if you like sushi, you would probably enjoy yourself. It's also pretty pricey for dinner.

 

[Bluer101]

Thanks everyone. I actually feel pretty good this morning. I was more worried about my back as I have a bad back. It just happened so fast.

Well I figured I would check in with the rest of the house. We are eating breakfast at islands dining room now. We are going to the parks for some water rides this morning before the rain comes in. Will chat later hope everyone is doing great.

 

[Bluer101]

I had to post this. We just ate at Islands Dining Room and I have never seen this. They always have the little ketchup bottles but not these.

Someone tell Ken and Barbie I found their Tabasco lol.

 

[BrinkofSunshine]

Youch!! Falling is never fun!! I had a mare take off on me three times in two weeks, and I fell two of the three times. After that third time, I didn't trust any horse until Kelly found a chestnut quarter horse gelding named Zack. He was lazy as could be and became attached to me. I felt safe riding him, DESPITE the fact that he easily spooked. I guess because his spooks didn't last more than two seconds and he wasn't doing it because he was in a bad mood.

I ride English, too. I've gone Western trail riding in Quebec, Florida, and Grand Cayman. It's definitely fun, but I think I prefer the English saddle.



Ouch!! I hope you're feeling better.

Oh man, that mare that took off on you sounds terrifying! Glad you found a better horse to ride. I'm so sensitive to spooking I don't think I'd be able to handle a horse like that, though! You're definitely brave!

I prefer English too.. I love jumping and hopefully I'll get back to it when I get through my fears of the canter. I'm jealous that you've ridden in really cool places! I've only ever ridden in FL. I'd love to do a ranch vacation somewhere mountainous

Oh you`re brave......I was always too scared of horses to go on one, although I do like them. We had a huge field near us when I was a kid with horses in but they were Clydesdales......and mahoooosive!!!

Any locals heard or been to Amura on Sand Lake Road? We haven`t been to that one before, it looks nice.

Clydesdales are huge!! Schumi you should try a trail one day- they're very fun and usually very safe depending on the stable.

I've been to Amura twice this summer, but only during Happy Hour when they have a selection of rolls for about $5! It's very good. My favorite Sand Lake Road sushi spot is Bento Cafe, though. A big selection as well as other hot meals and it's all pretty inexpensive!

 

[Kogo Shuko]

Thanks....
Oh you`re brave......I was always too scared of horses to go on one, although I do like them. We had a huge field near us when I was a kid with horses in but they were Clydesdales......and mahoooosive!!!

I love love love draft horses!! For a while I was trying to get Kelly to find me a draft to ride. I'm a bit bigger and I wanted to feel small on a horse.

Clydesdales and other bigger horses are usually so docile. We had a draft for a few weeks and you could just go out into the field and groom her wherever she stood. She'd stop what she was doing and just relax into it, loving the attention. We couldn't keep her though, because of attachment issues and problems the previous owners had created.

A lot of the trail riding places have extremely docile horses with absolutely no go, so you wouldn't have to worry about a horse taking off. The only time I was given a horse that listened to me rather than follow the leader was on Grand Cayman. If I told her to go faster, she would, and that made me happy.

Oh man, that mare that took off on you sounds terrifying! Glad you found a better horse to ride. I'm so sensitive to spooking I don't think I'd be able to handle a horse like that, though! You're definitely brave!

I prefer English too.. I love jumping and hopefully I'll get back to it when I get through my fears of the canter. I'm jealous that you've ridden in really cool places! I've only ever ridden in FL. I'd love to do a ranch vacation somewhere mountainous

Zack's spooks were mild, and the moment I tugged on him, he realized where he was. It actually helped with my balance!! He had to retire though, so now I'm riding a big Morgan gelding. He's got the same speed and personality as Zack without the "OMG THAT BIRD IS SCARY!" moments. xD


I hope you start cantering again! It's so fun! As long as it goes smoothly.

And I'd love to do a ranch vacation, too. Those always look so fun!

 

[macraven]

it is about 11:00 here and the weather is definitely not summer like.

right now it is drizzling, 62 degrees with a predicted high of 67.
lows tonight in the upper 50's.


for those in florida now, i wanna be where youse all are...

 

[wookiebeck]

it is about 11:00 here and the weather is definitely not summer like.

right now it is drizzling, 62 degrees with a predicted high of 67.
lows tonight in the upper 50's.

That's a shame. For the past week in Philly I have been telling all my friends that it is downright Florida-like here. EVERY day for the past week, 80 and super-humid in the morning, goes up to 88-90. Then pours for an hour.

Rinse and repeat. Been reminding me of theme parks all week...

 

[Lynne G]

That's a shame. For the past week in Philly I have been telling all my friends that it is downright Florida-like here. EVERY day for the past week, 80 and super-humid in the morning, goes up to 88-90. Then pours for an hour.

Rinse and repeat. Been reminding me of theme parks all week...

Yep. That's what we get living between two large rivers. Hot and steamy summers. Guess that's why the FLA heat doesn't bother me. Glad to see the sun now though. It's been gray all morning.

Have a great 4th of July to all that celebrate. Time to eat and drink!

 

[Metro West]

Today is definitely not a good day for theme park goers. The rain is coming in waves...kind of like a tropical storm but w/o the wind. One minute it's pouring and the next...nothing...then it picks up again.

I hope it clears off some for tomorrow night...even though I can see the fireworks any time...I still like seeing them on July 4th.

 

[BrinkofSunshine]

it is about 11:00 here and the weather is definitely not summer like.

right now it is drizzling, 62 degrees with a predicted high of 67.
lows tonight in the upper 50's.


for those in florida now, i wanna be where youse all are...

I'll trade! I love the cold.

 

[schumigirl]

Of course dear.

A girl I work with went to Amura a while back and said it was fair but she went to the downtown location. She wasn't overly impressed but she said if you like sushi, you would probably enjoy yourself. It's also pretty pricey for dinner.

Thanks hun, not convinced I do want to go there yet as I really enjoy the sushi at RPR, so could get that there......looks similar to Kobe and we really like Kobe. Decisions!!!

Thanks everyone. I actually feel pretty good this morning. I was more worried about my back as I have a bad back. It just happened so fast.

Glad you feel ok today and your back is ok.....

Clydesdales are huge!! Schumi you should try a trail one day- they're very fun and usually very safe depending on the stable.

I've been to Amura twice this summer, but only during Happy Hour when they have a selection of rolls for about $5! It's very good. My favorite Sand Lake Road sushi spot is Bento Cafe, though. A big selection as well as other hot meals and it's all pretty inexpensive!

They were lovely horses and were gentle, but yes.....huge. My mum told me I came running in one day crying, I was about 5 or 6.....shouting Bess the horse had tried to cut my hair I think it must have whinnied on my head and I assumed it was trying to chew my hair!!!!

Thanks for the Amura review. I`m still deciding where to go for the birthday meal.......I really love Ruth`s Chris for special occasions, but boys want to go somewhere else........think they forgetting it`s my treat!!! Will look at Bento Café....thanks

I love love love draft horses!! For a while I was trying to get Kelly to find me a draft to ride. I'm a bit bigger and I wanted to feel small on a horse.

Clydesdales and other bigger horses are usually so docile. We had a draft for a few weeks and you could just go out into the field and groom her wherever she stood. She'd stop what she was doing and just relax into it, loving the attention. We couldn't keep her though, because of attachment issues and problems the previous owners had created.

A lot of the trail riding places have extremely docile horses with absolutely no go, so you wouldn't have to worry about a horse taking off. The only time I was given a horse that listened to me rather than follow the leader was on Grand Cayman. If I told her to go faster, she would, and that made me happy.

lol......I would need to go on a Clydesdale to feel small nowadays!!!!! I would need a big horse....you would never describe me as small but think I would be too scared. I can clap them and feed them all day. We have some close by that the owners don`t mind you feeding them carrots and apples....they are so beautiful.....but very big teeth!!!



Sat looking through menu`s tonight. We never plan anything really, but do have lists of restaurants we like to visit every year and new ones we want to try. So much choice and never enough nights!!!

 

[schumigirl]

I'll trade! I love the cold.

lol........I hate the cold!!!! I was born in the wrong continent.

I love winter for about 2 minutes and.......... on when it`s on a Christmas card scene

 

[KStarfish82]

Hello all!

Been a long time...so quick rundown on events happening here...

Christopher is about to turn 3 months old! Goes so fast....
Took him to Disney....had a blast! And he LOVES the pool.
Went back to work for 2.5 weeks and now have the summer off...
Work is finally being done on my house that was severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy...hoping to be back by the end of the summer

Other than that...same old, same old...


I briefly saw that we have some people who have gotten thrown/fell off horses. Add me to the list! A year and a half ago I was thrown while running through the woods. Hurt like hell, but got back on after I tumbled because it was a long way back. Pain got worse, went to the hospital, and the saw three fractured vertebrae, bruised ribs and a crushed fingertip. Bed bound for three days and then was in a brace for six weeks. But now good as new! And can't wait to ride again!

Hope everyone is well and Happy 4th of July!

 

[macraven]

so what you are telling us is our nephew is a ........???


i'll get to the subject of horses later, just want to know how christopher became a fish.....

did you throw that baby in the pool....




anywho, so happy you stopped in and caught us up on what's happened in your life.


you sound happy!
and that makes all of us happy

 

[macraven]

Kfish, i do remember you in the brace with the horse incident.
you were married at that time and husband took care of youse.


and i still remember when you had the dental surgery.
you moved back home and your dad catered to your every needs.

i'm thinking you were his princess little girl.

and i can remember when you were single.


hey, where is sister now?
what is she up to?

i met her before i met youse.
boy, it's been a long time............

 

[KStarfish82]

Kfish, i do remember you in the brace with the horse incident.
you were married at that time and husband took care of youse.


and i still remember when you had the dental surgery.
you moved back home and your dad catered to your every needs.

i'm thinking you were his princess little girl.

and i can remember when you were single.


hey, where is sister now?
what is she up to?

i met her before i met youse.
boy, it's been a long time............

Great memory Mac!

Alot has changed since I stumbled onto these boards...

Sis is good...married...teaching, etc.

I have been dental pain free for at least a year! knock on wood....

But then there was labor pain so I guess that was the trade off.

And yes, I am happy to say that I am very happy...considering how terrible 2012 turned out to be....

 

[macraven]

hurricane sandy hit you hard and that was a tough thing for you and your family to go through.

after this summer, you'll be back in your home again.




i think you should throw a party.
all of us here will come.

we'll even bring the horses.
you love horses and we have some homies here that do too.


but, you need to provide the beer kegs.
i'll bring the potato chips and we'll have keisha make the dip.
i say keisha will do that as she always washes her hands when she cooks.


ok, what is the date for our big celebrating party?


we promise not to wreck the new place.

 

[kittengal13]

Speaking of sushi, after my dads grad ceremony we tried a new place that was recommended to us called Sapporo. It is a Japanese restaurant where they cook the food in front of you! Each table has its own cooking station and personal chef which was really nice. Food was DEVINE and the chef was just amazing- he kept us entertained and performed magic tricks and was juggling his cooking utensils etc.

It was fabulous but what left a sour taste in our mouth was the bill-- they automatically add 10% off your total amount on as a tip, so they automatically took £13 tip! We didn't let it ruin our night but we were a bit shocked- I've never been anywhere in the UK that has done this, only place I've experienced it is in Orlando!!!

 

[schumigirl]

HAPPY 4TH JULY

Hope everyone has a wonderful Independence Day


Lovely and sunny here today.....supposed to be a lovely weekend too.......bbq time I think