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  • November 5, 2011 at 11:46 pm in reply to: Hello Again #70013
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    @jac 29938 wrote:

    Nice job Liz.. not bad considering it was all done over the fone…Need to borrow him for the plow this year.. he can go in with the mares…
    John

    Hiya cowboy.
    He was out for over an hour today and hardly a hoof wrong. Obeying every command, gotten over his fear off water and very responsive to both voice and lines. Did a slalom course up the back, he was perfect.
    Pictures and video’s on FB.
    You can borrow him anytime, you know that and yes, you can even take him to the Royal Highland.
    Liz

    November 4, 2011 at 9:48 pm in reply to: Hello Again #70012
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    Hiya guys and thanks.
    Yes the three wheeled cart is to save the horses back and is stabler than the two wheeled.
    Jac on here runs the same cart and I’m sure he could give you all the details and techy “stuff” regarding it:)
    I’m just a beginner and just do what I’m told lol…not!

    November 4, 2011 at 9:45 pm in reply to: Hello Again #70011
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    @Big Horses 29929 wrote:

    Hi Liz… wondered when you’d get back over here! haha We been keeping an eye on you on fb.

    Hiya John, yes I have been absent but as you know I’ve not been slacking 😉
    I’ll try and swing by more often, promise 🙂

    April 6, 2011 at 10:22 pm in reply to: Royal Highland Education Trust #66516
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    I had the pleasure of accompanying John and the girls to Auchencruive and I must say both John and the guide were very interesting to listen to, very imformative.
    The children were very interested in the talk and some of the questions were very sensible, I learnt a lot from the whole experience.
    Children over here seem to think everything comes pre-packed out of the supermarkets so it’s good that these sort of educational events when the children are actually taken out and shown how things are done is the way forward in my book.
    Despite it being a wet day not one of the children complained which is a good sign.
    I myself was all systems go before that day, then I got a little dishearted at the physical side of things but John picked me up mentally and now I have ordered a field harness, having a hitch cart built and will be spending summer looking for implements to use on the farm.
    I have a steep learning curve but that’s the exciting part. The gains, working the land in a peaceful, enjoyable way, bringing the wood home for my fire and spending time with my boy (Clyde.)
    Liz

    April 6, 2011 at 10:03 pm in reply to: How did I get here? #57175
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    I have always wanted a heavy horse and 37 years later I was fortunate to be in the situation to buy one.
    He was totally green but within a week I knew he was a “working” horse as opposed to a hack so as well as breaking him to ride I also dabbled in teaching him to drive, he loves it.
    We have a long way to go as we have only covered the basics but the future is part of the excitement in learning.
    I rent some land, very low income and spent the whole of last summer hand weeding paddocks etc then fate intervened, I met up with my old pal John (Jac) who convinced me to “work” Clyde on the farm.
    I am now proud to say that I am awaiting our first harness (I’m so excited) and I am looking forward to spending time with my boy, working with him and controlling the land both peacefully and enjoyably.
    Funny thing happened the other day. I was training Clyde in the field when my young boy Buddy fell in beside us and trained alongside. John keeps telling me to drive a team, looks like I might be at a later date 🙂
    Liz

    March 14, 2011 at 10:45 pm in reply to: Hello all #64265
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    @FELLMAN 25630 wrote:

    Hi im Fellman, im from Scotland (Scottish borders) i breed fell ponies and im becoming very interested in using them for light work around our farm so i thought i would join here as i have no knowledge of working ponies in harness and thought you chaps might help me on my way as you all seem very knowledgeable 😀

    Hiya Fellman from a fellow newbie and I’m also from Scotland.
    The site is great although I’m still finding my way around it, very knowledgable people.
    I have Clyde’s and I too want to work them on my farm.
    Welcome again and enjoy.
    Liz….

    March 14, 2011 at 10:42 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66275
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    @mitchmaine 25608 wrote:

    any friend of john is a friend of ours.
    hi liz. milk this website for all the advice you want. its free and plentiful. regardless of what kinda critter you hook your load to.

    regards, mitch

    Many thanks Mitch. I’ve called Clyde many a thing but a critter isn’t one of them lol
    I’m enjoying looking round the place, just can’t wait to get started.
    Liz….

    March 14, 2011 at 10:38 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66274
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    @near horse 25590 wrote:

    Two teamsters in Scotland? And neither one has yet seen the error of their ways and switched to Belgians? I know – give them time:D

    Welcome to the forum Liz. We’re glad you’re here and won’t hold it against you that you’re already acquainted with John.

    Hiya Geoff.
    Many thanks, I’m afraid we all have our crosses to bare, mine’s John 😀

    March 12, 2011 at 10:54 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66273
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    @Marshall 25579 wrote:

    Welcome Liz. Just beware, DAP can be a bit habit forming!

    Hiya Marshall and many thanks for your welcome.
    I think working with horses is addictive (and expensive) but this can only be a good habit:)
    Sometimes I just watch my guys and dream, now one of my dreams is within my grasp and I can’t wait so yes, I think I’m already addicted lol
    Many thanks again.
    Stay happy and healthy.
    Liz…

    March 12, 2011 at 10:50 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66272
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    @jac 25575 wrote:

    Hey Liz.. glad you made it. My nagging paid off. Great bunch on here and a ton of knowlege…
    John

    Hiya Papa John:D
    Thanks for inviting me onto this great forum, I’ll be good honest:p
    When can I take the girls out? o/j
    Talk soon Papa.
    Stay happy and healthy.
    Liz….

    March 12, 2011 at 10:47 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66271
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    @bivol 25572 wrote:

    welcome aboard!

    congratulations on your courage to make a shift to draft horses, it takes guts.
    do read older threads and dont be afraid to ask, here is the greatest concentration of working animal know-how online anywhere in the world, i think! (the most international it is sor sure!:D)

    anyway, welcome!
    Marko

    Thanks Marko, I’m enjoying reading up on different things already and can’t wait to get started.
    As for courage, I love a challenge, the Clydie is my favourite breed and they are working horses so there really was no option besides, first time I saw Clyde I just “knew” he was born to drive (but am i) lol
    Many thanks again.
    Stay happy and healthy.
    Liz….

    March 12, 2011 at 10:43 pm in reply to: Hello From Scotland #66270
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    @dominiquer60 25568 wrote:

    Welcome Liz,
    Ask away and someone will answer. I look forward to hearing more about your lads and your perspective from across the pond.
    Be Well,
    Erika

    Many thanks Erika. Don’t get me talking about my boys as it’s my favourite past time:D
    As for my views, well I’m relatively new to the Clydesdale World but have strong opinions on the breed which I’ll stay quiet about for now lol
    Stay happy and healthy.
    Liz….

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