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What do you think of Ty-phoo extra strong? I just finished a box of Yorkshire gold that promised to be strong. WIll Ty-Phoo provide the kick that Yorkshire didn't?

05.03.2026 11:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you!

03.03.2026 14:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Could someone define or cite "REF"? I am unfamiliar with the term in this context.

03.03.2026 13:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Bonnie seems confused by long lines. Years of teaching her that the best place to walk is at my shoulder and now I'm dropping back behind her. You can kind of see the "Don't make up new rules" look.... #eqsky #mysca #scaEquestrian

02.03.2026 01:17 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Long lines on Bonnie for the first time today - neither of us have ever tried anything like this. Strange to try to give directions without leg aids. But then the light bulb went off - assuming we drive forward, the outside rein blocks and shapes the energy. #mysca #scaequestrian #eqsky

02.03.2026 01:16 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This seems like potentially a really significant paper. Good post.

27.02.2026 17:39 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Today's lesson - picking up the canter over a pole. After multiple failed tries, it worked. Coach dons serious coach face, asks, "What did you do differently that time" ME: "Got out of her way" Coach approves. Mare knows her job, just needs me not to get in the way. #eqsky. #mysca

25.02.2026 01:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Garrocha work yesterday. I fooled myself into thinking I was done with Garrocha, but it reveals imperfections in my riding. I managed to write my initials in the arena footing. I need to build myself a better Garrocha pole. #eqsky #equestrian

19.02.2026 12:17 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Ramadan Mubarak

17.02.2026 18:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I am beginning to think that "Wall of text" is the way I train people not to ask me questions.....

15.02.2026 20:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The mare got yesterday off - some grooming and love and a bit of lunge but no riding. She may have turned a foot on Thursday. She and I are old enough that it is better to err on the conservative side and permit more rest. Monday however the weather will be good #equestrian #eqsky

14.02.2026 16:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Arrested for attempting; if she had succeeded things would have been different.....

12.02.2026 00:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

One hopes in that order. If you bought the horse before you found the glasses you might find that your halter and saddle don't fit the large dog you just bought..... Good luck

11.02.2026 17:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Following on the prior thought. Of course today I couldn't do as well as I could at the end of the prior lesson. That is normal. I know it is possible now. #equestrian

07.02.2026 00:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Part of a coach's job is to tell you it is possible. Then to encourage you when you accidentally succeed. I'm grateful for a good riding instructor. #equestrian

06.02.2026 12:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Where do I get this tea? I'm craving it now and cannot return to my normal routine until my craving is satisfied.....

29.01.2026 12:24 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

re-reading that I realized that I failed my tone check; I didn't mean to sound confrontational. I'm just frustrated - not with you but with the situation.

21.01.2026 19:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Perhaps you could comment on how well that worked for China? Where the test devolved into the ability to quote the masters? Do you really want control of political power to be restricted to those who can memorize and regurgitate cannon?

21.01.2026 18:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I've updated my work on Fiore's mounted plays. I'm beginning to regret some of the web design choices I've made. But I like the video
#mysca
#equestrian

18.01.2026 15:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

SCA Equestrians are doing some very cool research. Papers I will want to read
#mysca
#equestrian

13.01.2026 19:49 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I consulted with my expert who reminded me that Pivo 2nd gen is markedly superior to 1st gen. It is worth your while to verify which one you're buying. I hope it works for you; I don't mean to sound like I'm throwing shade

03.01.2026 03:23 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Tried it in the indoor, tried in the outdoor. Can't predict when it will work. I've been advised to try more colorful tack. If it is warm enough this weekend I'll give it another try. I _want_ Pivo to be awesome....

02.01.2026 23:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Much depends on the color of the horse. Pivo could track my old paint, but is having trouble tracking my bay. When it works, it is great. Very disappointing when I complete what I believe to be my final pattern only to discover that Pivo has just taken 6 minutes of the tack cabinet.

02.01.2026 22:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Curiously your post popped up in my feed at the same time as Scientific American's recommendation that if you don't know how to deal with a situation, imagine yourself giving advice to someone else. Serendipity?


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31.12.2025 17:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How Not to Be a Troll on Sword Social Media - Practical Etiquette for Sword Arts A practical guide for sword practitioners on avoiding online trolling, understanding context, respecting experience, and handling disruptive comments on sword-related social media.

I want to bookmark and boost this article by []ChineseSwordAcademy](chineseswordacademy.com/post/how-not...)

31.12.2025 16:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Give a stone before advice.
Invest your love and passion the way you invest your wealth. Shed the investments that drain your capital. Double down where your love yields. Maintain a small speculative portfolio.

**Listen**

31.12.2025 13:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Celebrating #flumas

25.12.2025 23:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I have started to document my explorations of Fiore at Fiore's Mounted Plays; work in progress for now, but it is, in part, an effort to repay those who have shared video and encouragement with me.
#mysca
#equestrian

21.12.2025 13:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My current research into Fiore's lance plays. The assignment was to ride a specific pattern, in garb, and incorporate lance work. I think I've already spotted some room for improvement #mysca #equestrian

19.12.2025 18:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

In my junior year, I dropped a course. Apparently the department never got the drop form, so the day before the final, the professor asked if I was going to attend the final. I was .... a bit surprised... I took the final and I think that was the highest grade I got that term....

10.12.2025 18:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0