Many people believe horses can be used to counteract bad omens or change someone’s luck. For example, if you happen to walk under a ladder today, you can counteract the bad luck by keeping your fingers crossed until you have seen three horses.
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Sometimes the Tax Court can yield a surprising decision. Tax Court judges are appointed the same way as all federal judges, by the President, and approved by the Senate. The judges all have significant experience in tax law, but their reputations vary in terms of how sympathetic they are to arguments given on behalf of taxpayers.
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You jolt out of bed, fumbling to find the button to quiet your alarm. Realizing it’s still dark, you groan with exhaustion while rubbing your eyes. Your tired muscles from the last few months of drills cry out as you swing your legs over the bed, and you wonder for a moment if you can really do this. Then, you remember today is the big day you have been preparing for. Your body is filled once again with the familiar call to ride or show your horse in-hand, to share that incomparable bond with your equine and demonstrate what you have practiced to perfection.
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Jennifer Schexnayder of New Roads, LA is feeling very lucky these days, describing the acquisition of her newest equine partner as a “little girl’s dream come true.” Schexnayder is the proud owner of the beautiful bay stallion, I Only Date Models, a 2005 double-registered sire by Invitation Only and out of Good Tobe An Asset.
Continue reading …Get to Know Your Fellow Competitor – Scott Reinartz
March 12, 2015 Comments Off on Get to Know Your Fellow Competitor – Scott Reinartz
The horse is unbelievable in its power, athleticism, and ability to communicate and connect with humans on such a profound level. They’re beautiful creatures with tremendous intelligence, but, at the same time, they’re like huge puppy dogs,” says Scott Reinartz
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“We’ve been tracking equine populations for nearly 40 years now and have a pretty good idea of the status of each breed and the extent that they are endangered.”
Continue reading …Rule Change Makes Registering Cropouts With APHA Easy
March 9, 2015 Comments Off on Rule Change Makes Registering Cropouts With APHA Easy
Now to qualify for the Regular Registry, Paints—regardless of lineage—must have a natural Paint marking that extends more than two inches above the center of the knee or hock, or beyond an imaginary line that extends from the base of the ear to the outside corner of the eye to the corner of the mouth and under the chin.
Continue reading …#Fun Friday: A Little Horse Powered Fun on a Snow Day
March 6, 2015 Comments Off on #Fun Friday: A Little Horse Powered Fun on a Snow Day
The 11 second video features Brereton aboard his three-year-old Quarter Horse named “Si” providing a bit of horsepower for fellow cowboy/snowboarder Chase Richter as he “attempts” a jump.
Continue reading …A Labor of Love: 400+ Hours to Create the ULTIMATE Breyer Horse Barn for Granddaughter
March 5, 2015 Comments Off on A Labor of Love: 400+ Hours to Create the ULTIMATE Breyer Horse Barn for Granddaughter
Amenities in this miniature masterpiece include 16 tie stalls complete with tiny, gold chains; a tack room with tile flooring; a barn alleyway with complimentary colored tile flooring; benches to go in the hallway; saddle racks, bridle racks, and soon to come, actual lighting!
Continue reading …Gearing Up For 2015 Virginia Quarter Horse Classic! Check Out Just Released Showbill and Judges’ List
March 3, 2015 Comments Off on Gearing Up For 2015 Virginia Quarter Horse Classic! Check Out Just Released Showbill and Judges’ List
The Equine Chronicle is proud to be a sponsor of the 2015 Virginia Classic once again this year and will be hosting The Equine Chronicle Exhibitors’ Party just prior to the Hylton Maiden $50,000 3 and Over Western Pleasure. The big event will take place Saturday, April 18th and will be NSBA approved.
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