tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post8441311124471645311..comments2023-10-10T09:18:31.563-07:00Comments on Pony Girl Rides Again: PG's Cowboy SearchPony Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02464088874054923635noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-37426920441289289332008-09-07T15:11:00.000-07:002008-09-07T15:11:00.000-07:00I think your heart will know when it is right. No ...I think your heart will know when it is right. No matter the cowboy in the man, it is more the man in the cowboy, so to speak, even if'n he is not a cowboy at all. <BR/>I hope you find your hearts true love!<BR/>I am fortunate to say I did when I was 14 yrs old and I am still with him 37 years later.Momma / Cowgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03758798587172414823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-4631418909038935792008-09-03T20:07:00.000-07:002008-09-03T20:07:00.000-07:00This is maybe out of order, but once you get one y...This is maybe out of order, but once you get one you have to have a couple tests: some of the best advice my Mum ever gave me growing up on our ranch.<BR/><BR/>1- see what happens when you have a cow that is calving and you have a date planned. Does he a)go tend to his animal in need or b)does he just say, "she'll be fine" and leave her. This will show a lot about him and how he'll treat you. <BR/><BR/>2- honestly - how he treats his mother.<BR/><BR/>good luck, try joining a riding and roping group or penning etc. You just sit in the stands and ask a lot of questions about people. Some 'old woman' (usually a roper who likes to gossip) will tell you all the dirt on everyone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-48730349236486322702008-08-30T22:10:00.000-07:002008-08-30T22:10:00.000-07:00ll~ I guess my thoughts on meeting a "cowboy" are ...ll~ I guess my thoughts on meeting a "cowboy" are that I might find someone that is, at the least, interested in living a simpler lifestyle....in other words, no loft in the city, preferably acreage in the country. In the end, I really suppose I'd prefer a "horseman" over a cowboy. At the least, he must love animals and want to get out of the city, and, of course, support my horse habit, even if he never has an interest in them himself.Pony Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02464088874054923635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-28154776647970263302008-08-30T18:16:00.000-07:002008-08-30T18:16:00.000-07:00So did I PG, so did I. Of course all of the advic...So did I PG, so did I. Of course all of the advice is from women so it's suspect right there... :P<BR/><BR/>I've just got one question... why do you want a "cowboy"?LLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01614843246640462976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-91130989449089917242008-08-30T16:53:00.000-07:002008-08-30T16:53:00.000-07:00Aw, horse-crazed, thank for the great compliments!...Aw, horse-crazed, thank for the great compliments! Everywhere I take him, I always get a lot of compliments on my Appy. I know a lot of people don't like Appy's, I don't take it personally. ;)<BR/>I loved everyone's dating advice!!!Pony Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02464088874054923635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-65957207942460139172008-08-30T11:08:00.000-07:002008-08-30T11:08:00.000-07:00Btw, I was going to mention that last month I was ...Btw, I was going to mention that last month I was able to watch Jewel sing a capella at a very small theatre. It was amazing, like out of this world amazing. I read that she had been secretly engaged for months and they eloped a few weeks after I watched her. Her new single "I do" was what made Ty propose! How romantic is that? <BR/><BR/>Also, I have been meaning to say for some time that My Guy is really beautiful. I am not an Appy fan, AT ALL(I actually dislike Appys and have been bucked off 5 out of the 6 I have ever ridden!)but each time I see your photos of him I say to myself, "Damn, now that is a nice Appy!" I love his neck! Great head, great ass and just a really nice balance over all. Even his color is nice!<BR/><BR/>The two of you make for some pretty pictures. You have a great sense of country style (and I love your tack too!) and are gorgeous to boot!Chelsihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05045101705493626989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-50050049920983806672008-08-30T09:43:00.000-07:002008-08-30T09:43:00.000-07:00Your nuts...I wouldn't want a guy that likes horse...Your nuts...I wouldn't want a guy that likes horses. I got asked out by one of the male polo players in college and I just couldn't see a future with a guy who likes horses as well. This is MY hobby. MY stress-free zone. I don't want my man impeding in that. The closest I would want my man to come to my horse is to take picture of us at a show or to surprise Genny with a bag of carrots now and then. Horses are MY thing and I don't want to share it! And I agree with you that it really isn't so bad to be single. I kind of like getting to be as selfish as I want right now. Hopefully you and I will find some wonderful men, but if I find one that rides I am totally sending him over to you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-75360297935359469362008-08-30T08:14:00.000-07:002008-08-30T08:14:00.000-07:00I am going through my little brain thinking of the...I am going through my little brain thinking of the cowboys I know. Can't say there are any I'd want to torture you with. ;) Find a great guy and he will love horses because you love them!! I cannot wait to read about you meeting your prince. :)The Wadeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15805015528223049604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-69136562041090884072008-08-29T18:40:00.000-07:002008-08-29T18:40:00.000-07:00No advice on husband picking...I was bad at it. M...No advice on husband picking...I was bad at it. My current husband is the guy my parents kept telling me I should have married. I finally took their advice and have the greatest guy in the world.<BR/>The first photo of you friends is so touching and lovely.<BR/>Good luckCactus Jack Splashhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12241651708232327588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-44488850085123459472008-08-29T17:27:00.000-07:002008-08-29T17:27:00.000-07:00Wow you sure got some feed back on this post! How...Wow you sure got some feed back on this post! How about starting an EHarmo*ey type dating service for cowboys???? If you start it you'd have the pick of the litter, so to speak! TW had some good ideas!Midlife Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03531655128417397650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-12021109384639123782008-08-29T15:57:00.000-07:002008-08-29T15:57:00.000-07:00What a post and what the comments! My two bits. My...What a post and what the comments! My two bits. My DB is non horsey to the extreme (he shells out the $$ but has nothing more to do with them). It works for us. Horses are MY passion and I like my time alone at the barn. On the other hand, it can really suck to not be able to go camping together or ride, go to shows and all of that jazz. If I wanted to live the country lifestyle and have a farm, I would only go for a horseman. If I just want it as a hobby, I’d ‘make my own’ or look for a non horsey guy. <BR/><BR/>If you want the whole kit and caboodle, I'd go for a horseman. Two reasons. First, is that you really cant know for a LONG time (well after you are emotionally invested) if a non- horsey guy will take to the lifestyle or if it will become a bone of contention between the two of you. If he will end up resentful of them, the cost, the hours etc... Secondly, because nothing turns me off more than watching a man that cant ride. lol. If I am going to indulge my romantic fantasy, I dont want it to come with a guy bouncing around the saddle or trying to protect his "jewels" by standing up in the stirrups! <BR/><BR/>As for cowboy vs. rancher, I think that comes down to the man. You can have a rancher type “good ol’ boy” with no $$ and is therefore a cowboy or your can have a rancher that is really a rough and wild cowboy. I’d look for the quiet, gentle eyed type that seems to take charge with just a look. You know the type? That kind of man that doesn’t need to prove he is a cowboy, he is confident and secure. As my friends say when we watch this kind of man ride, “If I were a hose, I’d let him ride me all day too!” LOL As for training styles, I would just look for a guy that is fair and gentle natured, not natural horsemanship (too little of them). If a man treats his horse well and is quiet, you wont have trouble. Besides, debate inspires passion!<BR/><BR/>I’d make sure that if it is a cowboy, that he comes from a similar socioeconomic background as yourself. For me it is not about $$ it is about having continuity between the way were raised and,, in the future, how you will raise your own children. I’d go cuttin’! Sorry for running long! Read my post from today for a link to a story of cowboy love!Chelsihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05045101705493626989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-56533438487809578252008-08-29T14:50:00.000-07:002008-08-29T14:50:00.000-07:00oooooo, good post. Lotta good points made here too...oooooo, good post. Lotta good points made here too. I agree with TW, hit up some ropings, cowboy events, etc. Vaquerogirl has a point too, you might not want a "cowboy" but maybe a rancher? Although keep in mind, ranchers will make you pull a calf (birthing 101) because you have "smaller hands". (they just don't want to get dirty is all)<BR/>Trailboss has a good thing at the end there too. She married her best friend. Can't say enough about that. Find a guy you can talk to, and work together as a team, who is your best friend, and that's it. <BR/>When Wade started coming around, we'd always talk. We still just sit on the porch and TALK every night!! That kind of thing can't be bought or made. It just IS.<BR/>And I gotta say too, the right guy might not be what you think at all. I quit lookin, then Wade came to town and I swear, EVERYONE talked about him. Good and bad, but boy, did they talk. Like he was some kinda God or something (roping God. He is a good roper) So I met him and I was like "What? Are you people SERIOUS? THIS is what you're all excited about?" (I told him that later too) <BR/>But I could not believe it. He's a skinny, average looking cowboy! I can pick him up and throw him! (or so I thought. Easier said than done these days)<BR/>AND, you might have to make your own cowboy. There's always adjustments. Wade had bad cowboy habits. He once (gasp) hit my donkey. In the face. And then he watched me come UNDONE. I was in his face so fast, and I mean IN.HIS.FACE. telling him he can get the **** out of here and if he intends to stay, he better not do it EVER again. He won't, I guarantee you. I scared him. I just made it real clear I wouldn't tolerate certain things. <BR/>Sometimes you have to "make" what you want, or tweak it a little. You'll know when it happens. That song "Whatcha gonna do with a cowboy" when he don't saddle up and ride away? That is true. They'll just come over and STAY, lol. <BR/><BR/>That said, now WHO can we fix you up with??? I'm racking my brain. I'll find you one :) <BR/>Wade has a brother who's single, but currently in the Army and in Afghanistan. Ranch raised, FULL ON gentleman, great with kids (my daughter thinks he hung the moon), in his mid 20's. Does that interest you? He can ride, I assure you.Mikeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03574914465998507310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-54556718074964663562008-08-29T13:25:00.000-07:002008-08-29T13:25:00.000-07:00"cultured cowboy" Is there such a thing? I think ..."cultured cowboy" Is there such a thing? I think TW gave great advice as well as many others. You have to put yourself in places to meet the type of person you are looking for. Eventually, you'll find him. My husband is a "rodeo" cowboy. And that's okay with me. Not what I intended for myself but couldn't be happier.The Wifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09938837778452220569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-75194157518407042852008-08-29T13:01:00.000-07:002008-08-29T13:01:00.000-07:00Ahhh...the Holy Grail.Excellent advice and observa...Ahhh...the Holy Grail.<BR/><BR/>Excellent advice and observations on here. <BR/><BR/>There is absolutely nothing wrong with being single and I say that as a confident, single woman who can look after herself just fine, thank you very much.<BR/><BR/>That said, I'm dating someone who is actually a little anti-horse. (Was that a collective gasp I just heard?) Not sure how it will all pan out, however, I'm finding that if I'm true to myself, authentic, and know what I'm willing to compromise on and what I'm not, things generally work out.<BR/><BR/>I firmly believe that two people don't have to have all things in common, as long as we each respect the others' right to enjoy the things that interest us.<BR/><BR/>My advice, let the Universe know what your intentions are and then just get out there and enjoy your life. I think you're already do both of those things.<BR/><BR/>Did any of that make sense...?Carolynn Anctilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12566204713508877389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-85403375153246814142008-08-29T12:26:00.000-07:002008-08-29T12:26:00.000-07:00I was going to suggest joining a team penning grou...I was going to suggest joining a team penning group. They run those at various ranches around here near every weekend. My friend Jess, found hers through Cutting. Me? I'm most happy with my darling Brit! There's none better. I don't think I'd get along with a cowboy, myself.Calliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05704537697611988375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-54782804731527722212008-08-29T09:27:00.000-07:002008-08-29T09:27:00.000-07:00I did the same thing Lulu did. I found a wonderful...I did the same thing Lulu did. I found a wonderful "computer geek" who had never lived in the country or been in to horses and converted him. He now has his own horse and rides with me regularly, he does chores without much complaint and even threw all his "city ways" to the wind to buy a big chunk of land out in the boonies so we could have horses in our backyard and a variety of other critters. He is thrilled...and so am I.<BR/><BR/>My mom met the cowboy of her dreams through her trail riding club. You can really get a good feeling for a cowboy when you go horse camping in the mountains with him and a group of friends!Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16283334035989645291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-24797311465347023512008-08-29T08:50:00.000-07:002008-08-29T08:50:00.000-07:00Speaking from experience here..... Find a non-cowb...Speaking from experience here..... Find a non-cowboy and convert him. <BR/><BR/>I married a computer geek. We moved to the country (since boarding costs are inane) and he LOVES the country life! He even help with the horses and will ride occasionally. <BR/><BR/>Since the horses aren't "his thing" he doesn't argue with me regarding the care or training. Instead he smooches on them, and cleans stalls when I ask for help. Perfect!Luluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17895025606531963182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-8174985934143964622008-08-29T08:48:00.000-07:002008-08-29T08:48:00.000-07:00Don't count out non-riding boys. You are gorgeous...Don't count out non-riding boys. You are gorgeous enough, sweet enough, and intelligent enough to convert any guy into what you want. Interests go both ways: You'll pick up his and he'll pick up yours if you love spending time together. <BR/><BR/>Of course, my husband doesn't ride, but he knew when he met me that I love horses, and if he wanted to see me truly happy, he'd have to get us set up so that I could have my own horses someday.Nuzzling Muzzleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07649710635013663900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-71824819680447045992008-08-29T08:32:00.000-07:002008-08-29T08:32:00.000-07:00Oh Pony Girl...well, normally I would say "sit bac...Oh Pony Girl...well, normally I would say "sit back and relax! let nature take it's course!" but you aren't hardly ever in situations to meet single men, let along single cowboys! Your job, your hobbies...not really single men magnets. And he has to be single, right? haha! Just kidding.<BR/><BR/>I'm with train wrack, only I was going to say go to team pennings and sortings. Those guys tend to be more "horsemen" than a lot of the younger ropers. Now, I have to say a lot of older ropers, my grandpa and dad's generations, are wonderful horsemen. Its the youngins that think of their horse as a machine and only use it for one job, every single day.<BR/><BR/>You'll find him, PG.Gracie's Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04715588876398380348noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-18436557029480398422008-08-29T07:50:00.000-07:002008-08-29T07:50:00.000-07:00My advise is that you have to go where they are an...My advise is that you have to go where they are and BE PICKY! We're rootin' for ya!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07183448760614051130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-24550926988915557362008-08-29T07:00:00.000-07:002008-08-29T07:00:00.000-07:00Well I've been married thirty years to a non cowbo...Well I've been married thirty years to a non cowboy! How on EARTH did that happen! I KNEW cowboys- that's how! Hunny what you want is a RANCHER! Those are the guys with muney! To support the horsey habits we've aquired! <BR/>Cowboys are fine for fun and games- but when it comes to supporting the family- well Cowboys are by nature lone rangers, renegades, rule breakers- all fine for BOY FRIENDS- not hubbys. Now RANCHERS have stability- they have a steady income- they are indulgent with their wives and girlfriends and they can afford really good horses! <BR/>BUT if you really want to play with cowboys go to the Cutting and Reining shows- Hello! Cowboy Mall! And most of them know what they are doing, and ride fiercly without being harsh (but stay away from the Parelli-ites unless you like girly men!)<BR/>And always remember no matter what- Saddle your own cowhorse!Vaquerogirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367676563270560606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-37258367410975577862008-08-29T06:31:00.000-07:002008-08-29T06:31:00.000-07:00My friend, there is a lot to say for being single,...My friend, there is a lot to say for being single, I guess. There are times that I want to run out of the house to never return (except to the barn)...but even though my husband isn't a cowboy, doesn't ride AT ALL, he did build a barn, fenced in 3 pastures and feeds the horses when I am too tired, arranges to get the hay for the winter, breaks the ice in the winter, so he's pretty handy to have around. Believe it or not I once was looking for a cowboy but ended up marrying my best friend, my husband.Trailbosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10560979016510119034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-40705103665255120872008-08-29T05:40:00.000-07:002008-08-29T05:40:00.000-07:00Someday he'll show up when you're not looking for ...Someday he'll show up when you're not looking for him. and if he doesn't there is nothing wrong with being single and enjoying yourself. Good luck.Grey Horse Mattershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05837575441967937196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-42014575718948738082008-08-29T05:34:00.000-07:002008-08-29T05:34:00.000-07:00PG, darlin' ya just gotta keep doing what you're d...PG, darlin' ya just gotta keep doing what you're doing. Relax, love life, enjoy My Boy. Build a wonderful life for yourself (which it sounds like you are) because that's what you bring to the poker table with you. The richer your life, the more you have to offer. <BR/><BR/>I got lucky. The second I stopped looking, Mr. Fry found me. Although we were both originally from the (gasp!) East Coast, we met, fell in love and continue to thrive in Texas.<BR/><BR/>It will happen. And I love Train Wreck's advice!!!Leah Fryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18158981037468411293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8237219937417683108.post-10363965100972336052008-08-29T04:52:00.000-07:002008-08-29T04:52:00.000-07:00My two cents? At least My Boy cant pee on the seat...My two cents? At least My Boy cant pee on the seat, or leave it up.<BR/><BR/>Nuff said.Mrs. Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15269132012512166439noreply@blogger.com