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Just Burn A Lil Smoke - having fun trail riding in Independence, LA!
Meradas Big Swing - sorting and penning with Melaniein Alberta,Canada!
Been in our first penning yesterday. She is awesome! We did a 26 sec and 32. Enough to be in the jack pot. 2000$. We didn't win. We ended up 4th. Witch is awesome for our first one. Caliber is very high here. I am very proud of her. Had so any good compliments. We make a perfect team. Thank you so much. If you ever end up with another horse similar as her. I mean character, nervous and toutchy please let me know. It's what i like. And with more energy. A bit bigger could be good too. I don't mind about age, price.... 4000$ and lower if possible. She won't be able to handle all the teams I have for next summer. I'll need a back up . I love her so much.
Paradigns Cash - sorting with Molly in Amarillo, TX!
Peeping Bo Freckles - with Jenna in Mansfield, TX!
WRJ Shez A Choice and Charming Hickory - with the Grymalas in Hawthorne, WI!
Hello! Last summer we bought two awesome horses from you, charming
and choice. They are both doing awesome! Choice is being made into a
gamer and teaching a little girl how to ...ride! Charming has become
my main horse for everything. She won my first highpoint this
summer, she even won five all at wsca shows. She has won or placed
in at least one jackpot at each show! I even got to do a cow show
with her. She's been to rodeos and has done everything. Just wanted
to let you know we couldn't be happier !
Rats N Cats - having fun trail riding in Rocksprings, TX!
Chiquita Nu Memories aka: "Kita" - having fun trail riding in Copperass Cove, TX!
Hi, Ashley,
We just returned to Texas from a trail ride with friends in Oklahoma. I
wanted to tell you just how fabulous Kita was. She traveled heavily
wooded trails like a pro. She rode quietly through large changes in
elevation. She rode quietly through rocky, muddy trails. She crossed
many mountain streams and one was even belly-deep for her. She rode with
four other horses beautifully and these horses were strangers to her. It
did not matter if she was in the front, middle or the rear, she was the
same great horse.
She is exactly the horse that I was looking for. We are already planning our next trail riding trip.
Thank you very much.
Sent from my iPad
Sonitas Smart One aka: "Joker" - having fun trail riding in Sandia, TX!
Hi Ashely & Amanda,
Just wanted to let you know how excited I am with "Joker"! Awesome little horse! I'm so glad I brought him home with me! I've been learning his buttons and he's teaching me a few things himself. Joker is also helping me gain my confidence. He is truly my little sweetheart!!! I appreciate you and Amanda for all the hard work you do every day!! Thanks,
MS Smart Tipster - having fun trail riding in Lewisville, TX!
Hey Ashley!
little mare is doing great. We rode out for the first time NYE and she was not excited about the donkey that lives in the front pasture and had a hard time crossing water....
Yesterday I went out on her and (donkey wasn't there) and
she did fine.
We rode 25 miles and crossed that same stream of water she jumped over NYE about 5 times and she crossed it fine.
Went out again today for 3 hours and she was great! She's
looky at things but doesn't really spook. Which is fine.
She gets along great w the other horses I trail ride with and listens well to my commands. I've let her loose a couple times and she's very pokey (slow, lol) but she stops when I tell her to! Which is great Bc most ponies don't when they get going.
So overall she's great! Haven't had any major issues with her, except the donkey.... But after she freaked out I got off her and made her meet him... Then she was fine!
I might be looking for another horse soon so if anything comes to mind let me know!
Blaze Me Colonel, ItsaSkippityDoDaDay,and THC High Style Tally
- all living the easy life near Amarillo with sweet little Dani!
Dear Ashley,
Just wanted to thank you and your sister again for helping me find these three wonderful horses.
As you can see, we finally had some good rains and have greened up, first time in three years.
The horses are getting along fabulously and are a joy to handle and live with, plus all ride like a dream.
Thank you so much, you did a great job, as always. Dani.
Punkins Dakota, Wonders Gold Money, Lenas Graceful Pep, and Spot Fajita
- all with the two awesome Pilkington girls in
Hey Ashley! I just wanted to give you the update on Banjo! He is doing AMAZING. i could ask for a better rodeo horse! i took him to the 4H district competition back in june, and he won me a 12th place ribbon out of 87 riders in the barrel racing division!:-) he got me qualified for the state competion! :-) when we went to state, which was in Abilene the last week of July, I ran a 26.026 on poles, and a 16.826 on barrels! I almost cried because i've never ran that fast on barrels. we didnt make top twenty with that time, but we placed 22nd out of 154 riders. We were so close! But for his first time there, i was happy with his performance. We havent had him for a long time, but he's already making me improve, and run faster times. i love him, and once again I can't thank y'all enough for letting us come and try him out. He's such a good boy!:-) I am sending you a picture of me and banjo with our 12th place ribbon from district, and a couple pictures from state. Once again, thank you guys so much!:-)
I just wanted to let you know that banjo and me are two peas in a pod! I love him to death. Him and Dakota are like brother and sister now. He loves his new barn and loves his new owners! I've already taken him to 3 barrel races and placed in the 3D in all of them! I can't thank you enough for letting us come out there bright and early in the morning and trying them out. He's perfect! we are actually going to a barrel race today in
Maddie running Dakota on the poles at a playday
Hey Ashley, just seding you the update on sargent! (wonders gold money)
He is doing AMAZING. we had a little rough start, but now, we are "partners in crime". :-) i competed with him in the southeast district 9 4H horse show, and placed 5th out of 150 in barrels with a 16.578. i was so proud of both of us, and so excited! i also rode him in the drill team division, and nothing scared him at all. i was wearing a long white skirt, and a he was wearing a feather on his head. we looked sharp! :-) i am attaching pics from the horse show. hope you like them!
Ashley! Just wanted to give you the update on Gracie!
She is doing amazing! Shannon just adores her. We are so happy that we purchased her, because if we didn't, Shannon wouldn't be at the level that she is now. The whole family loves her, and loves riding her! The picture is from today at the barrel race we went to in Bastrop, Texas. She ran a 20 flat!
-but anyways, we thank you so much, and we hope to see all of you again!
Astro, Star, and Flash - now with the Barrick family right here in Rockwall, TX!
Fancy Little Slick - has a super home in British Columbia, Canada!
Ima Peppy Smart Doc - now with the Brookshire family in Houston, TX
Cherry Creek's little Cali Brookshire not only wins a buckle for the 2nd time at an RSNC show at Cherry Creek but has headed to the RSNC finals and earned two spots in the top ten for the championship round out of 140 horses. Go cali.
George - now trail riding in Brandywine, MD
Zippo Investerbar To aka:" Peanut"- now in Oklahoma with the Mcrays!
Jacen had his first "official" riding lesson on Peanut (Cheeto) this week. This little gelding is so quiet..proving to be everything we thought he was! On a side note, Jacen saw an ad in the AMERICA'S HORSE magazine I was reading last week. A girl with long dark hair, straw cowboy hat, red shirt, jeans, and boots was sitting on a horse. He pointed and loudly exclaimed, "That's Amanda!"
Stylin Justa Little - now has a wonderful home in Kelseyville, CA
Keep your eye's open for a Clone of Justin. I want a horse between 5-10 years old. Well trained that does barrels and sorting. I love Justin bloodlines any thing like that would be Awesome. I am thinking with in the next 3 months.
Thanks for all your hard work! I have never been happier. I would not be at my riding level today without all your guys hard work and dedication. I am forever grateful.
Berts Poco Playboy - now trail riding in Cedar Hill, TX
It's been almost 1 1/2 years that I have had Bert, and I am still thankful for you in helping me find him! He is the sweetest boy and is proving to be a great trail horse. He is not afraid to attempt different types of terrain and water crossings, and his confidence transmits to other less confident horses on the trail, so they will do things they haven't done. Our barn just got a new manager who does reigning and cutting, so I will be learning things on Bert that Bert knows well, but I don't! It should be fun. Everyone at the barn loves him!!!! Thank you so much for helping us meet each other. I will recommend you every time I have the chance!
Miss Scootin Merada - now sorting and doing stock horse with Sherry in Southlake, TX
Harriets Mister - now doing really well with Morgan in Parker, TX
Sage has been AWESOME! A few days after getting her home we went on a trail ride to the Kroger near my house. Only thing she was a little scared of was those crazy cyclists who would come up out of nowhere. I've also taken her to my trainers a couple times now and he was shocked that she was only 3! She is always so willing and brave. By far she has the best brain of any horse I've owned. I am so excited to see her grow up, and am so thankful for your awesome and honest service. One of the best horse buying experiences I've had.
Thanks so much!
Morgan Toal
WSR Smartlil Badger - now an all-around horse in Fort Worth, TX
Colonels Classy Cash - now a super trail riding/confidence building horse in Abliene, TX
Hey Ashley-Got to ride Chewy in the Bob's today. OMGosh! Best money I think I ever spent! I was so comfortable, I could have gone to sleep ;)))) Took Chewy around the neighborhood -one other horse and rider with us- and he did great! Traffic, dogs, and pastures of other crazy horses, and we all survived. Oh, and did I mention this was all done with zero lunging after almost three weeks without being ridden?!?!
Thanks again for my Wookie, and thank Amanda for the Bob's!!! :)))))
Reno ~Now in a loving home with a young lady in Findlay, OH!
Hi Ashley,
This is Emily's Mom. (Meg) I wanted to send you a few more pictures and you can see what a wonderful rider and young lady Emily has grown up to be. She and Reno just have become one. they are such a good team. He is the highlight of our day always. I just can not thank you enough for working with me to find the perfect horse. It has been almost three years now that we have had him and he still amazes me everyday. You can tell he loves to please Emily. She is also doing reining and he just rocks at it! We will always recommend you when anyone asks us where to get a horse. You are honest and true and that is hard to find in the horse world!!
Thanks for making my life so great!
One Proud mom,
Meg Powell
here are some pictures of reno and i at the hancock county fair this last weekend. we placed 5th in lead line out of 14 people. then i placed 4th in walk-trot horsemanship out of 18 people. then we placed 5th in walk-trot pleasure out of 16 people. he was sooo good at fair this year!!!!!
thanks for the awesome horse,
emily and reno too!
Here are some of Emily and Reno's first show pictures. This horse continues to amaze me everyday. He is kind and gentle to her and really lights up when she walks into the barn. We are so lucky to have such a level headed 4 year old horse. We get compliments all the time on how well he behaves. Nothing seems to get him anxious or upset. She can take him anywhere. We are so lucky to have him. Emily has been doing a little reining patterns with him and I tell her to learn from him. He is just such a great horse. To us he is priceless!!!!! Thanks again for all your help in finding us the best horse. We adore him.
With all our respect,
Meg and Bob Powell
Emily and Reno!!
Dear Ashley,
hey, how's it going at valley view? things are going great up here. I have just started lopeing on Reno. he is so good for me. sincerely, Emily and Reno
Reno is the perfect horse for me thanks for finding him for me. I appreciate it. today (12-19-08) I rode Reno in a halter and lead rope and another horse got spooked and reared and the rider fell off and the horse stepped on the riders foot (today was her b-day and she is one of my friends who is turning 18) and amazingly Reno did not react at all so I did not get hurt. but again I thank you very much for finding the perfect horse for me I love him so much!!!! I will up date you on some recent pictures. thanks again, Emily Powell and Rawhides Reno
Just wanted to update you on Emily and Reno. They are such a good pair. We can't thank you enough for what you did in helping us find a great horse for our daughter. I will always look to you in the future for a great horse. Here are some pictures of Emily and Rawhide Reno. I will also send you updates. She will be showing in the spring. She is learning so much and she has a great horse to learn on. Everyone is so impressed with him. I have given your website address to many people this month. In the future we will contact you again for a horse. We can't thank you enough. I hope all is well with you and your family and at Valley View.
Thank you so very much,
Meg, Bob, and Emily Powell
and Reno too...
Big Enough - now an all-around gelding for a family in Belton, TX
is a picture of Big Enough (Big E,) and my daughter Victoria after we
bought him from you. They are such a cute pair and he has really grown
to trust her more than anyone. She is having so much fun with him at
horse shows, play days and barrel races and I'm practicing cutting on
him in hopes to show in the future. He is teaching Victoria how to be a
better rider and she is becoming more confident everyday. He has been
the perfect addition to our family!! Thanks for selling him to us!
The DeKay Family
Boonlight Bandit - now an awesome trail riding horse in Austin, TX
Paula tells me he has been the perfect gentleman. she especially loves his smooth lope. also two pics on the day of his arrival.
many thanks, craig
Thanks for the note. please feel free to use the photos as you see fit.
Thanks for the video. that is the correct address.
keep us in mind if you find another one like kit kat or bandit.
paula is really falling in love with bandit. thanks for all your help and time, craig
Docs Glowing Badger - going to be a trail riding horse in Oxford, FL
Hey. We went on our first trail ride yesterday..badger was perfect..I love him. We went to lunch after and he and his buddy had their lunch in the trailer.he is so sweet ..here is cute pic of him..thanks again. Sandy
Hi Ashley Haven't made it out on the trail yet as I want to get Badger more in shape..but have ridden him around the property 20 acres..I just love him..he is so sweet and trusts me completely..Although he is not comfortable with some things he listens and then does them..I am sure he has never walked across a tarp,drug a log etc..but he is trying..he walked through our hay ring today..he just listens to me then does it..He opened a gate which I am sure he hasn't done..so I think in time he will be a great trail horse..nothing bad about him at all..I haven't seen him put his ears back at any of the other horses not even at feeding time..he is just a no trouble boy..so you can post this on your owners page if you like..I also want to thank you for a great purchase..I hve bought many horses on the internet and this was the easiest and best one..You present the horses great and get back to people when they ask questions..I have told many of my friend about you so many some horses will be coming to Florida..take care and will send a trail pic soon Sandy
BA First Down Charge - running barrels in Tehachapi, CA
Hi there! I was told you were wondering how devy was doing and actually
I renamed her "fox" and she is currently running consistently in the 1D
at all the races! And ive been taking her to a ton of rodeos as well.
I'm super attached to her and she is so spoiled here. I absolutely love
Thank you for selling her to me, she's really special.
Rippin Catalyst - now has a forever home with Dianne in NJ
Ok, you have made a believer out of me. I still can't believe I bought a horse off the internet without ever trying her. So out of character for me. That being said, I absolutely love this mare. She is everything you told me and more. I would never hesitate to buy another horse from you. Thank you so much. Dianne
Finally got to ride Chick yesterday. Very on the muscle but settled a bit during the ride. Hopefully will mellow with a bit more work. She had been sitting for quite a while now. Great mare, I love her. Thanks.
Ruf Joke - now competing/showing in just about everything and cleaning up!
with Ryan - who lives here locally in Royce City, TX!
Wil Mil Mate riding, running barrels, and even showing with Liz in Beaverton, OR!
I love my MATE, my soulmate!! Thanks so much Ashley, PERFECT FIT FOR ME! Having lots of fun with him
the girls from my barn talked me into going to a western pleasure show. I said, I don't do that kinda riding. So, I went entered the walk, jog, lope open class and placed 4th, Wow, as I entered into the area, I yelled at one of my girlfriends. "How do I hold the reins again" They all fell over when the class was done. There were about 22 people in the class.
Lucky Haidas - running barrels with the big girls in Memphis, TN!
Hey- I understand... You are always busy busy- glad u took a break.
Yess, feel free to post anything I send you! She has been a blessing. Oh yeah, definitely mute him on the video- haha, he's a nut :)
Sent from my iPhone
Well just wanted to send another update. "Izzie" has blown my mind! Never thought she would come so far so quick.. And people are noticing. Haha :) I took her to a barrelrace against the "toughs" a few weekends ago and she ran in the bottom of the 1D. Then she made her first semi "pro" rodeo debut this past weekend (IPRA rodeo) and ran 4 tenths off (15.5 and 15.1 won) This was against horses that are solid 1D/IFR quality. So... To have a few bobbles and run .4 tenths off after barely a month of running her.... Was pretty amazing to say the least! This girl has been an absolute dream.
Also.. I have been asked multiple times where she came from and pretty sure there are a few girls already trying to plan trips to come see y'all. Haha. So... If you get any TN rodeo girls.. Izzie likely sent them your way :) I'm sending you her video from the IPRA rodeo. Ignore the commentary- just a goofy friend.
Thanks again,
Hey Ashley!
Although I've only had "lucky" for about a week... I absolutely adore her! She is so much fun to ride and handled her first barrelrace great! I couldn't be happier- she's a cutie. Ill update you with some runs in the future :) thanks again!
Shieks Ghost RDB - now a beloved pet/pleasure riding horse in Weatherford, TX!
Playboys Hickory Bar -now called "Rio", is sorting in Waterfall, PA!
Hi Ashely - Just wanted to update you on a horse I purchased from
Valley View in Dec. Playboys Hickory Bar a.k.a. Tony. He is doing great
here in PA. He's not crazy about our mountains, deer, and bugs though.
We have been on the trails a lot this spring with the nice weather -
although he doesn't seem thrilled with trail riding. Seems to be
wondering when we are going to get to the cows. I took him sorting for
the first time last Sat night and he showed me a complete different
horse. He was definately in his element. That was my first time sorting
and he made me look good. I absolutely had a blast and am hooked. That
is the most fun I have ever had on a horse and plan to do a lot more.
Tony's name is now Rio and has picked up on it quickly comes in from the
pasture when called.
He was everything you said he was and I am so happy to have found him. Thanks again.
P.S. Please pass this along to his former owner and tell her I love him to death.
Robin in PA
Yes! you may post.
I am already searching for more ranch sortings in our area. The one we went to only holds twice per month and that isn't enough. There seem to be more team penners in our area - I might have to try that til the sorting picks up.Thanks again for a great horse. I waited a long time for this one.
Ready On Five - winning money and prizes with her young owner in Houston, TX!
Had to share these pics with you of Ally and Ms. Piggy from Saturday. Over 200 entries, and Ally placed 3rd in the 2D youth class and won $80 and a custom bronc halter!
Another girl from our barn who high school rodeoed (and hasn't ridden in 3 years) also entered Piggy in the Open at the same race and she placed 3rd in the 4D and won $250 and a custom bridle!
Ms. Piggy ran 3 times that day (Ally fell in the cracks in the 4D in the open) (fastest time that day was a 15.4) and Ally has run her fastest times yet, in the low 17's. She is just getting better and better and we are so happy with her!!
Sallys Dual Pep -now called "Jazz", is having fun sorting playday-ing in Florrence, TX!
Hey there, wanted to tell you I took jazz to a playday yesterday and she did great. She finished 3rd out of 17 people. Not bad for our first time out. She messed up In the poles, she had no idea what to do lol. But I had fun. I just love her. Just thought is share with ya. Hope things are going good. Ttyl
Lil Cuttin Critter - going to be running barrels in Omak, WA!
Smart Bet On Red, Murphy, and Sonny Go Lucky Brew - All living the good life in Pearland, TX!
Cash Luckys Check- winning with Erin in Sheridan, AR!
My last name has changed. Hope that didn't cause confusion.
I'm finally getting these pictures sent. I can't tell you how much we love this little mare. She is the most willing, gentle little thing. And she will GO!!! Not to mention she will turn on a dime! I'm never afraid for Erin to be on her either. She is so trustworthy.
She and Erin went to our State Show in keyhole and poles the very first year we had her. They went back last year, and were only one position out of placing. Erin and Lucy are perfect for each other. We had a preseason playday last weekend, and Erin and Lucy won all of their events but one, and they were second in it! They get noticed everywhere we go. We honestly think we DID SOMETHING by getting this little gal! We can't thank you enough.
The Diverse Luke - being loved by a sweet family in League City, TX!
Dear Ashley
First of all let me apologize for taking so long to write and let you know how happy we are with our amazing "LUKE". There are no words to adequately describe the joy he has brought to me and our family. After a bad riding accident, it was very important for me to find a horse that would be tolerant of my imperfections, with a kind disposition. If you remember we came to you in search of a smaller horse...but we were attracted to Luke .....like love at first sight. I remember the day we met him like it was yesterday. We let our son Riley try him out first. It was unbelievable. All 59 pounds of our fourth grader connected with him immediately as they had a great ride. I remember my turn: still a bit unsteady I climbed in the saddle. Luke had no problems dealing with my out of shape posting and weak seat at the canter.
We continue to have a wonderful relationship with this awesome horse. He has the perfect disposition for us. He loves to be ridden almost as much as he loves to share our gatoraide!!! Yes, that has become a special treat for him along with his cookies, apples, and carrots.
Riley has even shown him in a local A show and placed eighth on the flat in a rather large class. Riley will begin showing him more this spring.
Like his full name "THE DIVERSIFIED LUKE" implies...this beautiful equine is just an all round splendid animal and we feel so blessed that he is now part of our family.
As much I love riding him...I have a feeling my son will be taking him over...which means we will probably be calling you soon to find another great horse and good friend for Luke!
Lica(Lisa) and Jim Healy
Sweet Scootin Dude - being loved by a young girl in Kingwood, TX!
Royal Hail (AKA: "Prince") - doing amazing things with his young owner Kourtney in The Woodlands, TX!
Long time no see! Just wanted to send you this video to show
how far we have come :) We have started Parelli and I am making
a tiny website dedicated to our journey so once I get it set up
I will share the link.
Happy Trails!
Our first day of jumping bareback and bridle-less!
Nic Dreamy and Snoopy - sorting and running barrels with the Sockwell family in McKinney, TX!
Smart Maggie Miss- building confidence for her sweet new owner here in TX!
Just wanted to thank you guys. I know that you mentioned you didn't have Maggie long, but I have to tell you she is a joy!! She is always the first one up in the pasture and wants all the attention. She has really helped me build up my confidence in riding. She has been a great joy to ride.
I will!:) The more I ride her, the better she gets!:) She learned how to flex in about 5 to 10 minutes yesterday! I figured she would probably forget by today, but she didn't! She remembers everything we worked on! I'm soo thankful to have her! She's so much fun
Ashley! About 6-8 weeks ago I bought a 12 yr bay named Ray Jey (I think).
Now his name is Bucket. Ha. He is awesome and takes good care of my
little boy when he is being ponied by my dad on his bay horse. There is
nothing better than seeing Grandpa and Grandson riding together and talking
nonstop. In fact, they've decided to become Dallas horse cops. Hehehe.
Thanks again for your help in matching us with Bucket. I hope y'all are
doing well!
Karmin Wilson
Just want you to know how well Mack is working out for us. He is a gentle giant. He and Dennis have really bonded. I could not remember what you said about his vaccinations. Would you please check & let me know if you have the records? When we left there with Mack we were going to Fairfield to meet a seller from out of Houston area. I bought (and still have) 2 horses that were sooooo misrepresented. Could have bought Glory for all the money we lost on this deal. Ended up back in Forney last Saturday & bought yet another horse that is really wonderful—15 hand palomino mare same color as Mack. This has been a journey just trying to find 2 good trail horses. Thank you for running an honest operation. You give me hope that there are still a few honest ones out there!!! Glad God kept you all safe during the storm!! Keep up the good work!!
Betty winning the open division of an ACTHA trail ride Sat. She did everything perfectly & made lots of friends!! Gelding I just got from u, (call him Boaz now), is just right for me...been practicing sorting alot on him & when you wake him up, he's awesome. Not the fastest, but always in the right position & easy to ride. Thank you Ashley & Amanda!!!!!!!
Lce Leos Callagha, now "Korey" ~doing horse trials with his new owner in Trenton, TX
Check out Kory and I!! Please feel free to post and use as you like. Kory is a real sweetheart. I will be doing lots of showing this spring and summer. I will keep you posted!!
take care
Hi Ashely,
Hi Ashely,
I rode him today and he went great. I just love him!!!!!!
She is doing great! She adjusted really good and i love her! :) Her and my friends gelding are really good friends and she gets along with all the other horses great! Thank you soo much she was just what i was looking for! :)
Hi Ashley! I just wanted to let you know that Budee is doing great! We went to a team penning last weekend and did really well and had a lot of fun. Her eye looks so much better, there's still a small scar but it's not affecting her vision at all. She's getting along great with my gelding and they are now best friends haha. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me come and check her out! I'm really enjoying her and I'm really happy that she's mine haha!
Raemi Gipson
Hey Ashley, we just wanted to let you know how much of a blessing Wall-E has been to us!!! We, and pretty much everyone else at the barn, adore him!!! He is doing amazing!!! No one at the barn believes us when we tell them he's only two!!! We are planning on showing him in dressage in March and April at the Curragh shows!!! We were going to wait until next year but Jenna believes he is ready!!! I am just so exited!!! Thanks again, Wall-E amazes me every time I ride him!!! Sincerely, Avery and Kay
P.S.- This is one of the pics we took while taking Christmas pics!
Hi Ashley, Bo-Bo and Image (my other horse) say Merry Christmas!!!! thank you again, I love him so much i can't tell you!
Bailey Hans
Hi Ashley! I just wanted to say thank you again for Bo-Bo! We switched barns last weekend and i was ready for him to be excited and hard to handle at a new place and for my other two to be really relaxed. well what i thought was exactly the opposite!! the other two were crazy and Bo-Bo just found the grass in his paddock and started eating while the other two ran around bucking and rearing showing off for the mares. he is so perfect and everything i ever wanted! i rode him two days after we got to the new barn to give him a chance to settle in, but i'm sure i could've ridden him the first day he was so good. we didn't have any issues riding and he was perfect (as always). i am so grateful and i love him so much! Thank you again
Hi Ashley! Bo-Bo is doing really well up here in Massachusetts! He is getting along really well with our two other horses (even though my other one is really jealous!) I have ridden him 10 times since he came 18 days ago. I could not be happier with my new horse! i am going to take him on a trail ride through MA conservation area soon! he has gotten his first massage, which i think he enjoyed thoroughly! I wonder if he's ever had one before. I round penned him today for the first time and you were right he does know how to round pen, he was really good, so i got on him bareback and we had a nice little ride. I am going to start barrels with him in a month just to give us both some time to get to know each other before we go to work. He doesn't seem so tall or fast now even though he ran off with me the other day (and i kinda freaked out for a minute because i wasn't expecting it, but we were fine!) He is everything I have ever wanted in a horse and i could not be happier! I'll send you more photos when we start the barrels and when we go to a race I'll let you know our first time. Thank you so much I really appreciate everything you did for me! Bailey Hans
Thanks so much. Socs is amazing. He is a good
listener too. We love him!!
Love Um N Leave Um ~now with Deana in Arlington, TX!
Ashley - hope you can open the attached. I scanned a couple of pictures of Love running around and playing. He is the sweetest thing!
I had him scoped and he did have ulcers but we are through treating him now and he is doing wonderful, gained a lot of weight and has such a fun personality. He loves to have his tummy scratched. I have to have my arm operated on in January so for right now I am not being able to ride him but he is much loved and a part of our family!
Thanks - Deana Gavrel
Twist of Tenino and "Bon Jovi" ~now with the Mobarak family in Aurora, TX!
I just thought I would send you a couple pics of Lil Tino and let you know how he is doing. He has put on a lot of muscle and weight and is just a joy to have. Here is a couple pics of my Trainer Eric, working him in the round pen. We will start showing him in Reining and AQHA show events this spring! He has been just the most wonderful boy ever.Boy where you right when you said to show him a little love and attention and he will love you forever. He is so willing and ready to learn something new! We took him out to a local roping event just to let him get around other horses etc, and my trainer ended up healing off of him and won first and second!! What a diamond in the rough we found in him,
Bon Jovi is wonderful too, he is our big teddy bear at the stables and anybody and everybody rides him. He gets a little lazy sometimes and would much rather eat than play, but will get any job done that we ask him too. My five year old is taking lessons on him and he is is such a gentle giant. Thank you again for my two favorite boys!! Jana
SBF Holilena Pep aka: "Slick" ~now with Mari Jo in Stephenville, TX!
First of all I need to thank you and Amanda for taking the time to listen to what type of horse I was looking for and then helping me find Slick. I hadn't even had him home 24 hours and we went to our first sorting. Which was lots of fun and have plans to go again. I am very excited about what Slick and I will be accomplishing together.
I will highly recommend Valley View Ranch for anyone that is looking for a safe, reliable horse. Thank you again.
Mari Jo and "Slick"
Dual N Color and CC Starbuck Cash "Riggin" ~now with the Parker family in Cypress, TX!
Thought you might get a kick out of hearing Dual placed 1st in 3D last night at a local jackpot. It was only his third time to compete! He's so awesome!
Angie Parker
Hi Ashley!
Just following up with you regarding Riggin's paperwork. We love this horse! My husband has started riding him (!) and he has been wonderful. He is very smooth, nothing spooks him, and he neck reins beautifully. He loves people and has a ton of personality. I just can't say enough good things about him.
Thanks for everything,
Just wanted to send you a couple of pictures of me and Dual paying around in the pasture. He has been such a blast to have! Everyone at the barn loves him, he has such a sweet, laid back personality. We've been working on barrels, and he loves to run and be challenged.
Many thanks to you and Amanda again for all your time and help with choosing my first horse. It was such a great experience for me and my family. We can't wait to see you again!
Angie Parker
Dual is doing very well! My farrier loves him, I took him for a saddle fitting and everyone there fell in love with him. He has the sweetest, laid back disposition. He comes right up to me in the pasture and has been great around other horses. My three year old goes to the barn with me every day and Dual is so gentle around him, he walks very carefully when Wade is holding the end of the lead rope with me.
My very good friend (who just happens to be a trainer) is helping me tune him up on barrels. After seeing Dual the first time she fell in love with him and commented that she thought I got him for a steal. As laid back as he is, he sure gets excited when he sees the barrels! He is very patient with me- he knows barrels better than I do for sure. I am learning a lot with him.
I am very happy with Dual- he is a blast to ride and awesome on the ground- the best of both worlds.
Thanks again for everything!
Dual arrived safe and sound and is happily settling in. I cannot thank you enough for all your help.
Instant Okies Choice aka: "Okie" and
Reach Four a
Double aka: "Brumby"
Ashley! Hope all is well with you and your little Joel!! I'm so excited for you-
boy's are so much fun! It was nice to talk to you the other day. I just wanted
to send you some pictures of Brumby and Okie.
are both doing really well. We got to take them camping for 4 days in October (
it was freezing cold up in central WI ), but we had an awesome time. Brumby was
pretty much perfect the whole time. Okie was nervous at first and jumped around
a little, but by the 2nd day he was so relaxed. I had 4 days of just touching
and messing
him. A friend a mine was riding him for a while for me because I've been busy
with my baby, so I hadn't totally bonded like I wanted to with him. Now that
I've been able to get out and ride and massage him he is a different horse. The
massaging really changed him. He knows I'm not going to hurt him. It just so
cool to see how much he has changed since we got him and how much he trusts me
now. He is a keeper! My son Jimmy plans on doing little britches rodeo this
summer with Brumby and some little fun shows coming up soon. We will send some
pictures. Talk to you soon!
Boogies Chexy Chic and Tidal Waves Melody ~now family horses in Nahunta, GA!
Hi Ashley!
Happy Ney Year!
I hope you had a great
Christmas and new year... we did extremely busy but good none the less
Melody is doing great as
well but she is really getting fat! she is due to foal 3-3-2010
Take care and talk to you soon
Have a Blessed Day,
just arrived sage and sound, I'm working today so I can't see her untill
tomorrow. I'll send you another photo of Boogie and the boys for your
site taken with my camera (along with an update)
Thanks for all your help!
Have A Blessed Day!
Major Ambition and Sarahs Smooth Arrow ~now with the Graves family in Canyon, TX!
She looks great! I hope she is blessing to her new family. I cannot tell you how much we are loving Major & Leddy. Major is in training for reining, and he keeps us very entertained! Leddy is as sweet as ever.
Thank you for the update!
Black Canadian Storm aka: "Little Joe" ~now a hunter/jumper pony in Houston, TX!
Just wanted to let you guys know we gave my daughter, Abby, her horse
yesterday (for her birthday). She is beyond thrilled! Little Joe - now known
as "Stormy" (we already have a paint pony named Joe in our barn) is
great. He's been with a hunter/jumper trainer since we brought him home in
September, and is learning how to be an English horse. He's even popping over
some little jumps! Abby had a great first ride on him yesterday (I'm attaching
a picture), and we will be taking him to our barn this week. Just wanted to say
thanks for all you did to make a little girls dream come true!
Otoes Mito Leo, Codys Navajo Fever,
"TinMan", and
Sonnys Lopin Lady
We did have a great Thanksgiving, thank you. Hope you all did too. And congratulations on that baby!! What did you name him? I hope he is still being a great baby for you!!
Don't forget about our request for a another Bomber or two.
Thanks a million,
Lisa Stehle
P.S. Ryan is absolutely having a blast with Tinman. He'd ride him every day if he had his way.
Have you sent the papers on Bomber? I have not received them, so I just thought I'd check. Thanks for your help, and we are still enjoying Bomber, Tinman and "Zeus" immensely. They are SUPERB!!
Justwanted to send you a picture of my boys on a trail ride at my sister Kris's place where we keep the horses. My husband, Jerry, on Bomber("HIS" horse)and my son, Ryan on Tinman. We are loving them, although now I'll be waiting to hear from you so momma can have her own beautiful, well-behaved horse to ride!
Thanks a bunch,
Lisa Stehle
Weimar, TX
"McNally" (now know as "Rein Dance/Hidalgo") ~is a spoiled pleasure riding horse in CA!
I have been working hard as a result of the recession. Lucky me! I can! Anyway, I haven't ridden as much as I like to as a result of needing money. BUT, I did have Reindance with Richard Winters for training for a month. Horse Illustrated did a spread on Richard, and guess who Richard choose to ride? Yup! Our Reindance! (now called Hidalgo). I bought you a copy and will send it to you! Terrific photographs of a terrific horse! Richard has known me for about 20 years, through many horses. He told me that Reindance is a wonderful talented horse. Any pro would be proud to own him. And, of course, little old me, is pretty happy and proud to own him!
Would you please confirm your mailing address?
I love checking your horses for sale.
thanks for touching my life!
Joy Jones and Hidalgo
Hi Ashley and Amanda,
Please have a very happy healthy 2009! I know your hard work ethic will make the new year prosperous!
I love watching your web site, just to see how busy you are and what wonderful horses you represent so well.
Rein Dance's barn name became Hidalgo, in part after the famous horse and in part because of the meaning of the name; Spanish Nobility or Gentry.
We basically started training him as if he only had maybe 60 hours on him. As expected he is phenomenal. My trainer wants me to eventually transfer him to a reining show barn with (I am not sure of this name, but if you know of her you will recognize who I am getting at) Penny Girardi. I have no desires to compete with anyone other than myself. I will take him to horsemanship clinics with the likes of Buck Brannaman.
If you or Amanda will be showing in the near or sort of near future, please tell me. I have family in Fort Worth and Dallas and would love to show up to admire you. My goal is to ride like Amanda. I would be happy if I could just sit like Amanda!
Please try to remember to tell me if you are in any shows!
Much appreciation and thanks for my lovely little horse!
As you know, ReinDance arrived just fine. I mentioned that he had a rolling fit, he must have rolled over 20 times! But each time he shook off, ran around and threw himself down again. When I put the halter on, he was quiet and calm! My only concern is that I left around 3 PM and he still had not pooped. I assume that all is well, as no one has phoned me.
Thank you for the halter. I haven't had time to open the paper work you sent to me, thank you for that too.
What a pretty little horse he is! I am so happy and I will make sure he will be happy too.
I so admire you and Amanda! I realize how hard you work, and how well you do what you do.
We will keep in touch!
xxoo ReinDance and Joy
PS thanks for this whole
experience and introducing
RienDance and I. You made me
feel like I was your only
customer and I felt very special
to you.
Bustsers Royalty "Mascot" ~now a trail horse in Boca Raton, FL!
Ashley, I just wanted to thank you so much, for putting up with me
these past couple of weeks! Mascot arrived a little over an hour ago, he
looks and is acting fantastic! The driver Becky could not have been more
wonderful either, please pass that message along...as I have dealt with
alot of not nice drivers and she could not have been more wonderful
(wish she worked with the shipping company we use!!!) and she had
nothing but the most wonderful things to say about you! So far after
the 1 hour temp check, Mascot has no temp and is eating and drinking
perfectly...so I am going to go back to sleep, but I had to write you
this email first, just to say thank you again for everything!!!!He is
everything so far that I have been wanting and waiting for, I can't wait
to take him for his first spin! Thanks Again! Christine Czernyson
MystyEyedNHollywood ~now a trail horse right here locally in Royce City, TX
By the way, Misty is AWESOME. She is so laid back. Dennis suggested that I just sell Misty back to you and keep Cactus and I said absolutely not. She is one of the best horses I have ever had. My grand-daughter can ride her too.
Shesa Quixote Cutter
aka "Pebbles"
and Meradas Bingo Chex aka: "Jingles"
Rode Sunday eve. and it went well. Pebbles is a little gun shy in the woods, but did fine. The two of them get along fabulously. Thanks much.
Hi Ashley, Hope all is going well for you guys. Jingles is a
dream. Don't ride her for awhile, go catch her, tack her up in a second,
takes the bridle is a flash, and everyone can ride her, including kids.
Jamie ~Purchased by Julie Underwood and shown by Lilli in Maize, KS
Hi Ashley, we switched and you wouldn't believe what a difference it's made for Jammie. Just wanted to write you and tell you that we are now doing flying lead changes! We just love her!
Happy Thanksgiving...we are thankful that Jammie is a member of
our family!
Hi Ashley,
Well Jammie isn't for sale after all...it's always a
juggling act financially between two families but I think I've finally
convinced them that she needs to stay plus Jammie convinced them of that
last weekend...read on...
A Royal Zipper ~Now at a training/lesson barn in Sachse, TX
Hey Ashley
The paint mare you sold me is doing well. She takes great care of a couple of kids I have and is a real pleasure to have in the barn. I've even taught her to jump! Just crossrails...but still! Very cute. I have someone else looking now. He's about 6 foot and has western background, but just starting english. I haven't really seen any big horses out at your place, but if you get anything could you let me know? It needs to be pretty much the same as the mare. Really broke and beginner friendly. Just let me know Thanks, Shelby
The paint mare I bought from you a
couple days ago has come up really nice. She babysat some kids
today and she's still cool enough for me to get on and have fun.
I'm very happy with her, you and Amanda. Thanks for all of your
help and honesty.
Shelby Graham
"Stitch" ~now a trail horse in Arcadia, LA!
Tri Mi Zipper aka: "Jeffery" ~now a trail horse, along with Dr. Seuss in Weatherford, TX!
Hi, Ashley! Just wanted to let you know we are really enjoying Jeffrey. He's such a sweetheart. He gets along with everybody, and best of all, he seems happy no matter what we're doing. Lisa and I have been able to ride together for the first time since she was in high school. It's so great!
Thanks again. Have a good week.
Black Canadian Storm aka: "Little Joe" ~now a hunter/jumper pony in Houston, TX!
Scooby Doo ~Now with a dedicated young rider in Lumberton, TX!
Montoya Tessica ~now a pleasure and trail riding horse in Old Tappan, NJ!
Hi Ashley,
Tess arrived safe and sound and calm at 4:30 this morning. We ( I woke up my son Pete) unloaded her in the street in front of my house and walked back to the barn.She was as cool as a cucumber .I was /am incredibly impressed since it was really dark out- the moon had set.Settled into her stall -sipped a little , had some hay and was relaxed. Gave the wall on good kick which I'm sure the Haffie needed- someone has to keep her in line ! Donny was terrific,called me, let me know what was going on and just a really nice decent human. This has been the best- easiest horse transaction I have ever experienced. I cannot thank you enough.
Tess is beautiful ,can't wait to take her outside and see what she really looks like AND RIDE !!
Thank you again,
Ex Me In aka: "Otis" ~now a family pet in Aransas Pass, TX!
hey ashley,
sending a few more pics of dallas and the everyone playing basket ball.. in the first one he is standing back thinking should he get closer and the second one he is next to my daughter looking like when is it my turn and the last one he is following my lil boy thinking he can get the ball from him haha.. he is just to cute and i wouldnt trade him for anything, he is very loveable and loves to give kisses espeecially to my lil boy.. hope you enjoy the pictures...
hey ashley,
just wanted to send you some other pics of dallas and my lil boy.. i was going to send you videos of dallas playing in the water with me when we had a hard rain for 30 mins and it flooded my whole front yard.. he would walk into the water with me and then just plop down and my a wave then start rolling in the water, but those videos are on my other computer, ill try to send those next time there is alot of wind in the back ground. but these pics are where in the first one dallas is giving my lil boy a BIG WET KISS and my lil boy said it tickled haha... the other was where they were giving each other a kiss... he is very good with my lil boy, he follows all of us but once he sees my boy he is going where he goes, weather its just walking or on his lil rideable car he has... he is so sweet, ive never actually had a horse go in the water with me and i was going crazy that day haha... well just wanted to send a few pics and ill try to get those videos to you soon..
hey Ashley,
here are some more pictures of Dallas/Otis, he is so silly. the number 9 pic is him wanting to eat my daughters Guinea pigs food, number 8 is Dallas at our front door waiting on us i guess, we opened the door a he was right there ha.. and number 7 is our Lil boy giving Dallas a carrot ha, number 4, is my husband Paul and our son.. number 5, my daughter Chelsea and pj my Lil boy.. and number 6 is, where Dallas was starting to run to go chase my husband on the 4 wheeler.. he is so silly, its crazy what things he does... hope you enjoy the pictures.. my husband said that ill be riding Dallas next to get a pic taken to send to you and Amanda to see...
Dallas is doing really good. we are enjoying every minute we have with him, he is just like a puppy, helikes to run up and down the fence line with my dogs. he is very good with my little boy, if he cries he comes straight to him to see whats going on, the two of them love to give each other kisses, its really cute. my husband and daughter are getting to where they aren't as scared of him anymore, but i think Dallas knows they have a little fear towards him and Dallas purposely will follow them around and they will run its hilarious.. anyways i like to thank you so much for him, i really enjoy him he is alot like my horse i recently loss in January.. i hope to see y'all soon again and someday get a play partner for Dallas to play with from y'all.. again thanks for everything..
"Jack" ~now has a forever home as a pleasure horse in Reno, NV!
Hi Ashley, I have just got to tell you how much I love Jack!!! He is so coming around. He is very comfortable with me and now walks up to me to put his halter on. He has wonderful manners loves the attention and wants to be ridden. I don't push him he just takes me (mamma) for a pony ride. He makes all my horse work worthwhile. He came thru the winter great. I am so glad I found him!! Nancy from Reno
Hi Ashley, rode him today he is outstanding. We are totally connecting did a beautiful slow jog trot on the buckle so to speak, I read him and he listens well. He is getting very relaxed and soft. I don't ask much and he doesn't expend any more energy than he has to. He is so what I wanted. No arguements. He is very comfortable with me as I am with him. Now for a new name. Asante means thankyou in swaheely{african} that might be it. I have to see what he thinks. Nancy
He did great!! He is very responsive and willing. He seems to go with the level of the rider. We are connecting. I love the slow jog trot and of course he wants to stop when I sit down but kiss kiss and I can push him right past the stop. We will get it together literally. I really really am Happy with him!!! I do want to change his name and am having alot of trouble with that. He is so calm, kind and pleasent. He got his shots yesterday and had no reaction from them. He will get his teeth floated in a couple weeks and we should be ready to head into winter. I really like his nature, spirit, and way of going and I knew all that from watching his video! I couldn't be more happy with him!!!! Thankyou so much for making him possible. Nancy
Micah ~now with a new rider here locally in Fort Worth, TX!
Chicos Charlie Horse aka: "Shooter" ~now a trail horse in Alachua, FL!
Shooter made it! He did well. He is very sweet, I got on and rode him
bareback with just the halter around the property...I love the way he stands
completely still. I have a thoroughbred that can't stand still for more then
about 2 minutes without pawing, pacing or throwing her head all about! It's
refreshing to have such a calm horse!
Miss Delta Steel ~now a pleasure horse in Echo Bay, Ontario, Canada
is such a sweetheart though she may need more time on a one on one with me nicer
weather is coming so i will have more time for them both. I ponied my gelding
while riding Delta she did not not seem to mind at all. she also was great when
when i took her on the side of the busy fast hwy.
Claytons Blue Jake ~now pleasure/trail riding in Happy, TX
Ashley, no hurry but didn't want you to forget, I know your busy. "Blue" is
doing great. We gathered cattle all week and he acted like a pro; great trail
riding in Palo Duro and a sweetheart in the barn and pasture. We enjoyed you
girls and your facilities. I will be recommending y'all to others.
Treasured With Rain ~doing playdays with a young girl in New Port Coast, CA!
Hi Ashley,
have a couple quick questions if you don't mine:
If you have any tips that you can remember with her that you could pass on...we would truly appreciate.
She is such a smart sweet girl...I think she has replaced me in my daughters top favorite things list.
Cheers and hope you are doing well.
The Monster Man aka: "Patriot", now
called Rio and
San G Pep "Admiral"
at long last patriot aka "rio" is home. i think i have to
have a name that flows better. patriot is a nice name, but a bit
hard to say so i took the middle out of it and named him rio.
Pumpkin ~Now jumping anything with his new owner!
Cici Shinning Tenia ~Now running barrels in Eureka, CA
Hi Ashley!
JustAlito Pink Lace ~Now trail riding, and being a broodmare in the Czech Republic!
Ashley! That is great to hear
from you! YES Lacey foaled just
TODAY on the pasture (almost in
the midnight) and she has petty
and beautiful but one colored
filly. She is sorrel solid now
but she will be probably red
roan in the future.
Please let me know if you get my
e-mail and if you can get this
for me as I can ask APHA
certificate for the filly.
Hi Ashley, how are you and your horses?
I just want to let you know that Lacey is in good shape here in Czech Republic and we are waiting for the foal which has to be born next week (if the info about breeding term was right). I would like to remind you if you can send me the name and registration number of the stallion as I can know who is the sire of the foal. As the foal will be born I will let you know because of breeding certificate you promise me to get from the stallion owner.
Thanks for your help! Have a nice day!
PS: In the another e-mail
I will send immediately you can
find the pictures of Lacey on
the pasture with another our
horses.. :-)
BKE CeeCee Way ~running barrels and poles in San Leon, TX
Brenda Petters
Countess and Dolly ~Now with an awesome family on the beach in Acapulco, Mexico
Just wanted to drop a line and a few pics of Dolly's first
on the beach. Your Dad would get a charge out of our experience with
my Mexican friends loading her on a trailer. They finally gave up
crossed the border using a three horse slant, because they could not
load her and I guess it got ugly. Needless to say we had to drive to
the Mexican side and pull the horses down ourselves, no one would
touch her (she was crazy). Your Dad would have loved it, the same
crew plus about 4 other experts decided to attend the festivities,
which included beer. They pulled up chairs and sat in the shade
Please pass along our regards to your folks and await a visit. How is the baby coming along?
Brian and Bridget
Jade ~Now a family pony in Sante Fe, TXJust wanted you to know that we are so pleased with Jade so far! She is such a cutie! She seems to be adjusting well to her new home and has been getting LOTS of attention & has been making friends with our other two miniature horses and two mini donkeys- it's funny! And- I have found that Jade is really curious and responsive to small children...she follows around and watches my daughter and my niece & nephew- it's cool!
Thanks again for working with us- I just wanted you to know that she is doing just fine! We will be sure to keep you posted on her- and maybe we will be in touch again to buy another horse (hopefully for me!) sometime soon! Thanks for everything!
Kristi Click
Chicos Charlie Horse and Boogie ~now pleasure horses in College Station, TX
Chicos Charlite Horse aka: "Shooter" enjoying life at the Schiller Ranch
Marcus ~Now a pleasure/trail riding horse in Grants Pass, OR
Marcus is doing very well. I am taking him to a ranch this
week to do some training with a retired policeman who rode and
also trained police horses, I am sooooo excited, I know that
Marcus will love it as will I. I am the one who needs the
training because Marcus is so smart and I need to do right by
him. He and I do however get along so well. I adore him.
Hi Ashley,
I thought that I would send a picture of my granddaughter and Marcus. My son in law brought her up a week ago Saturday, and we had so much fun! She loved/loves Marcus. I took her for a ride; Marcus was good as gold!! Quinn was here for a week; she is three and full of energy; we however had the best time. We played with Marcus and backed cookies, lots and lots of cookies; I think it will take me at least a week to get my kitchen back "dough" free. : ) My daughter and family live in Santa Cruz, so this was a real treat to get her for the week. My son in law took pictures of Quinn and I riding and when he sends them to me I will forward one to you.
Marcus is doing very well! I just love him more and more everyday!!! After a week of not riding him, I took him out this past Saturday for a couple of hours and he was a dream!!!!! I am thinking/hoping that he is trusting me and I can't be any happier. It was an awesome ride; on the road, on some trails and he was spectacular.
As always, I hope that you are doing well, please feel free to take a vacation here, and I look forward to hearing from you. My best to you and Amanda!
Hi Ashley,
I figured you were busy, and thank you for the information! I did order the one bit that you emailed me and am hoping to get it today. I have attached a couple of pictures of Marcus with my husband and myself. He is so beautiful! I'm hoping to get my work done for the day and spend time with him; it makes my day!
Again, thank-you. Martina
Jelly Bean ~Now with Skylar Oke in Oakton, VA!Hi Ashley,
Thought you would like this picture. Hope you all are doing well. Talk to you soon,.Skylar is going to show jelly bean in January. Please if you will forward this picture to the previous owner. I am sure they would love to see him. If you could please tell them that he is doing great and skylar loves him dearly. thanks
Hi Ashley,
Just wanted to let you know that Skylar did show Jelly Bean today and they got Reserve Champion of their division. She did three courses of 10 jumps 2 ft and it was timed event. They did wonderful together. Skylar has not gotten off her cloud yet. When I get the pictures off my camera I will send you one. I also took video but I have no clue how to send that. Take care
check your website daily to see what is
happening and it sure looks like a lot is
happening. We would love to see an update on
your website about jelly bean. Skylar looks
for it daily. She wants everyone to know
where he is and that he is doing GREAT!!!!
They had there pony club lesson yesterday
and the were jumping a in and out up to 2'6"
and she was so excited. I am coming to
Dallas the first weekend on Nov for a
modeling seminar for Skylar and we got some
of the cutest pictures of skylar and
jellybean. I will try and send you a copy
via email once I get the picture on my
Thanks again.
Adin's Apple Jack "AJ" and "Cooter" ~Now pleasure/trail riding horses in Orange, TX!
Just a quick note to let you know
that Cooter has settled in very well to
his new home. He's a happy guy, and we
are very happy with him. We've taken
him our quite a number of times since
the "incident", and all has gone well.
Tommy and Trobie Thompson
Just a note to let you know we made it home safe with Cooter. He trailored very well. When we turned our horses out Sunday morning, Apple Jack went straight to Cooter to establish dominance. Cooter literally kicked Apple Jack's butt, but he will be OK. Today, they are friends, eating together in the pasture.
Also want to let you guys know it's always nice doing business with you. The two horses we bought were exactly as advertised.
Thanks Ashley
Tommy and Trobie Thompson
Gold Leo Reed ~Now being an all-around horse for a sweet lady near Boerne, TX
Merry Christmas
Robin & Reed
I did have a lesson on Reed Saturday and he was a good boy. I rode Sunday and he was like a little kid.....I don't want to do this!!!!! We worked through it and he was just fine. I am taking another lesson with the trainer tomorrow evening and I can't wait. She has him spinning, side passing, loping collected, trotting with his head down and collected....and a really good stop on him. He is still learning but he is catching on really quick. I just love him so much.
Now that he has filled out, muscled up and his coat is really pretty I get lots of compliments when I bring him out of his stall and other folks see him. Just wait until he sheds out his winter coat!!!! Everyone says he is so pretty! They haven't seen anything yet!
I will keep you posted and will send pics soon.
Take care,Robin
Play Box ~Now with Sam in Michigan!
"Bella", "Roper", and "Sprinkles" ~ all with the Harvill's in Waxahachie, TX!Hi Ashley,
looking for a parade/showhorse,
let me know if you come across
anything like that. Bill
and I joined the Marshal's Posse
and Bella & Roper are doing
great. Here are some
pictures of us and our horses.Thanks
Prince Charming - "PC" ~Now a family horse and lesson horse in Houston, TX!Just wanted to let you know PC is doing great. He is an awesome lesson horse for our kids at the YMCA Camp Pine Tree where he lives. I took him out on the trails last weekend and he did really good. He is such a sweet boy. He has paired up with a gray mare and follows her around everywhere she goes. We are very happy with him.
Thank you so much.
Mary Newland
Sadie and Stardust Lace ~Now both pleasure/trail riding horses in New Orleans, LA!
I hope all is well
with you and Amanda. I
miss coming out to
Dallas, I was on a role
for a while. I always
check on you all through
the website and only
wish the best for you
and your incredible
business. You run an
amazing show at Valley
View and so many people
are blessed with great
horses because of your
hard work. I am always
raving about your stable
and have sent your
information to tons of
people. I am surprised
my uncle has not bought
a horse from you yet. I
am sure he will soon.
Please email me and let me know your thoughts about moving forward!
*** Sadie is my heart and soul and I will fight to the bitter end to keep her in my life. I will sell my house before she goes anywhere. She is he horse I want my kids (when I have them) to learn to ride on! ☺
Here are some funny pics from when me and my boyfriend took the girls out to Mississippi for the weekend.
I just wanted to let you know that I absolutely adore Sadie. She is exactly what I have been looking for for a very long time. Next time you and Amanda make it to New Orleans you have got to come ride with us.
I am going to send you some pics of us riding on the levee. I have never put a saddle on her. I ride her bareback in a hack every time I go out. I have not found a saddle wide enough for her yet but she doesn't need one. What type of bit would you recommend for her. I don't want anything too harsh because she is so broke but something anybody could ride her in?
Also, do you have her regular shot schedule? The barn was asking what you all had given her while she was with you. Thanks so much for everything. She his such an awesome horse.
Take care,
Monets Countess ~Now a project with the Jackson family here in TX!I know your a busy person but I have to tell you. I love this horse! I took her to roping lessons with my son and tracked a few calves on her. She was a blast! I'm not sure if she's ever ran that hard but she was right on the cows and was biting their butts. It was great! She's still not sure what's going on but is definitely settling in well. Thanks for all of your help. We will buy from ya'll again in the future.
"Amp" ~Also with Janet who is now at school in Days Creek, OR!
Charlie ~Now a young rider's show pony in ALASKA!!
Here are some Pictures of him @ the fair banks Horse Show!!!!!!
Heza Mystical Zip ~Now showing with Michelle in Mcdonald, TN!Hello.
I received the Certificate of Registration for Heza. Many thanks! He is working out great for Michelle's riding lessons......very versatile.
She will start showing him most likely this Spring! He is just so versatile. Heza and Michelle can learn and grow together. The instructors are very impressed with his training and ground work thus far. Thanks!
I pray all is well.
God bless.
Kim Suekert
Spotted Sophia ~Now a project in Shreveport, LA!Got the papers in Saturday's mail.
Sophia is doing well.
Camille Lyons
Harrison ~Now an all-around horse in Houston, TX!
Hi! I just wanted to send you a note to thank you once again for suggesting Harrison to me. He is such a wonderful horse and has a terrific personality. It is hard to believe that he is so mature even though he is only four years old. Although he grew up in Canada, Harrison has now weathered a hot Houston summer and his first (and, I hope last) hurricane! Luckily, the barn where I board him was not damaged or flooded in the storm. Other than his beautiful bay coat turning slightly blonde this summer, he is no worse for the wear and his beautiful bay colors are finally coming back this fall!
Now that I am mostly recovered from my injures and back to riding, I have been taking him to some local shows. This weekend we got four firsts and one second. Harrison is such a quick learner - one he sees something just once or twice he becomes a pro at it. I am planning on starting to work with him on reining again and also on trail riding. One of his best traits is his versatility. He is also the easiest horse to catch in the pasture - when he hears my voice he runs across the pasture and stands at the gate for me. Harrison is so unique (and smart) and he is a joy to have as part of our family.
We will be back to see you someday for a "husband horse". We just bought some acreage in Luling so that we can have our horses live with us when we retire. So, if you come across an exceptional trail horse with "more whoa, than go" that would be a great beginner horse, please let me know.
Nancy Currie
Gee ~Now in training for mounted patrol in McKinney, TX!
Ashley I hope your wedding was
Hickory ~Now all the way up in Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada!!
Rosie ~Now with a talented little rider in Houston, TX!
Churchill ~Now in a forever home in Canton, TX!
Hank ~Now with a loving family in Springfield, MI!
Poco ~Now in Santa Catarina, just outside of Monterey, Mexico!
How has everything been? I hope everything is working out great for you. I'm just writing to say hello and let you know that Poco is doing very well, she is verywell mannered, on the ground and in the stall.
Odie ~Now REALLY enjoying his new life; both in Chama NM, and in Athens, TX!
Abbey ~This awesome little pony never made it on our website; now in Ardmore, OK!
Abbey is a gorgeous little pony with near perfect conformation, she went to a very dedicated, motivated young girl. This young lady works hard and deserves the best. Abbey went to be a teacher, for now they want to go to some local shows for experience, with a goal of hopefully one day cleaning up in the barrels and poles. Abbey is a top of the line pony, before being sold to her new home, Abbey was shown on the POAC circuit, and won an International title! This is super little pony, and they are turning into a super team.
Dancer ~Now living the good life on a ranch in Lago Vista, TX!
Daisy ~Now a popular pony with the kids in the Garnos family in Presho, SD!
I had one more question about Daisy. Do you know if she has ever pulled a cart before? We decided to hook her up to one just to see if she would pull it the other day and she did awesome. We had all the little ones riding in it within an hour. We even had her loping a little around the yard. We had a blast. My 6yr old even had the reins and he and I were driving her around. My dad said she must have been driven before and I was just wondering if you knew. I bought the cart and harness out of the paper and had never even hooked it up before and she pulled it like she had been doing it for years. I might get some skis for the cart and see if she will pull it through the snow. Take care, we are having fun with Daisy. Cheyenne Garnos
Just wanted to let you know my kids did great on Daisy the last couple rodeos of the year. My little girl used her for barrel and poles and they all took turns using her for the goat tail tying. Just wanted to say thanks again for a great little pony. Hope she won't mind the cold South Dakota winter too much. Take care and if you have anymore playday or kids rope horses for sale please let me know!
Thank you, Cheyenne Garnos
We will ride Daisy in a snaffle.
That will probably
work the best. We trimmed her
feet and she looks good now. My kids
are fighting over her, they like her
allot! Take care and thanks allot
for Daisy.
Rudy ~Now with the Walsh family in Marietta GA!
Alex ~Now called "Romeo" is in Ridgeville, SC!
Triples ~Now in a new home in Valley Center, CA!
Nick and Frosty ~Now pleasure horses in Lake Ariel, PA!
You're absolutely right-Frosty is a great mare. I have absolutely no complaints about her! Nick did really great at the show. The first show he went to was a Western show and he actually was Grand Champ in the Sr. Western Horse Division and placed highly in the Open WP division. At the hunter/jumper show over the weekend, he placed 6th out of 20 in an English pleasure flat class, which was great considering all the TB's and Warmbloods he was competing against-and that's the kind of horse that's super popular with the judges around here. He also did two Beginner Hunter fence classes and did just wonderfully for his first over fences classes. Everyone loves him and our trainer always raves about him. They both are really, really nice horses!
If it's okay, let me think on
Frosty for a week or 2 and get back to
you for sure. We won't breed her. If you
think this time of the year would be
just as easy to sell her, then maybe
we'll go ahead and send her to you,
What did you think was a reasonable
price to ask for her?
Daphne ~Now teaching a little girl to ride in Weatherford, TX!
Snip Crackle Pop ~Now a pleasure horse in Oregon!
Miss Black ~Now a beginner girl's horse in Layola, Kansas!
And the good stuff, photo of Katrina and Marymac J
Mary has put on weight since this photo, she is looking very good! She is a wonderful sweet horse and perfect for our granddaughter. Next year she will be using her in the Ride America program for Paint horses. You may use this photo on your website if you wish; I will try to get you one of her riding too.
Jack Sing the Blues ~Now a drop-dead gorgeous trail mount in Burns, TN!
Steady As We Go aka: "George" ~Now with a young lady in El Campo, TX
"Maximus" ~Now a family/trail horse in Ennis, TX!
Sue Hickman
Show Me Steady aka: "Chip" ~Now with a family in Houston, TX!!
DW Starlight ~Now a with an awesome new owner in Pueblo West, CO!
"D-dub", now called "Dallas", is in training to do reining and all-around events.
AintSheAwesome ~Now running barrels with a young lady in Brant Lake, NY!
these took so long to send, but we just
wanted to let you know how well Dixie is
doing. Shannon and Dixie are really
starting to shave off the seconds around
the barrels. National High School Rodeo
came to NY for the first time this year
and she went to her first rodeo this
past weekend and they did very well.
Terri Gabay
Lucky Bonanza Doc ~in a new home right here in Rockwall, TX!
Thanks, Doris
Buttons ~Now riding trails with a sweet lady in Houston, TX!
Magee ~Now a pleasure horse in Lubbock, TX!
Here are just a few pictures of Magie at her new home. As you can see Sazi had to get in the picture too. The last picture is how Patty gets greeted every day when she comes home.
I will send more tonight after we attempt to ride.
Tigger ~Now with a wonderful, dedicated little rider in Plano, TX!
Hi , this is Beth, I'm with Moraine and we have Tigger and I was just calling to tell you that they have just turned a major cornerstone, she is walking, trotting, cantering on Tigger and he is just listening and doing everything and we went on our first trail ride today. And he was picture perfect and she is just on cloud 9 so, we are doing very well w him and just wanted to let you know. Thanks
When his little 8 year old rider outgrew him, we sold Tigger again - to Moraine in Plano, TX
Hey Ashley, I got your message yesterday. We have put him in a 1/2 of pound and a flake of coastal hay, so we've upped his food, Moraine's having a lesson w Elaine everyday this week and loving it. And really doing really well. And I'm sure he's the cleanest horse that's ever been in a barn. Now he's getting a bubble bath and conditioning his mane and tail everyday now. So, we already know what his favorite treats are. So, its wonderful and they are making the perfect team . So, thank you! And we will keep in touch! Thanks
Tigger ~Now an 8 year old's pony in New Braunfels, TX
Tigger has a great new home with an awesome family. He gets lots of love and attention!
My T Code Red -aka: "Teddy" ~Now with a little girl in Midland, TX
Bingo ~Now a hunter show pony for an 8 year old in Whitehouse, TX
Bingo - "Just Gotta Boogie" is now a top hunter pony showing at the AA shows!
Amber ~ has a great family home, now owned by a girl in south Texas!
GiGi ~Now trail riding with a nice family in east Texas
She is a love. All is well - we love her!
Sophie ~Now belongs to a family in Washington State!
Here's Looking At You Kid aka: " Boggie" ~owned by a young lady in Covington, LA
Just wanted to send you a
couple of pictures of Lauren and Boggie. His show name
is Here's Looking At You Kid.
This is a picture of them
at their first
horse show. We've
had him a year now. He has the BEST manners and is
super sweet. We are so happy with him. You couldn't
offer us enough for him. Lauren LOVES him.
Monopoly ~Now a lady's trail horse in California
Twisted Britches ~Now in California!
Thanks again, Linda and Stephanie Badalamenti
Emma, Mia, Sossz Sierra, and Sues Investment ~all with a nice man in Graceville, FL
some pics of the girls... Am really growing fond of the crew.
Just spent the last hour or so in the lower field with the new
arrivals watching them under the full moon. Sossz & Sues stick
together and seem to be enjoying the company of my neighbor's
tobiano gelding, he in turn seems to be showing an interest for
Sossz. Sues keeps Emma & Mia (who seem to be body & shadow) at a
distance. Emma
& Mia are a little high strung and have been cruising the
pasture steadily their hoof beats sound as one. E&M really enjoy
each other's company and seem inseparable. Emma wants to nurse a
grey mare but for some reason the grey wants none of it...
: ) All in all everyone seems to be doing pretty good
with Sossz markedly laid back compared to the others. They are
all beautiful in the moonlight
Poco ~Now a little girl's horse in Rowlett, TX
Hi all - ... I can not tell you enough how we appreciate this sweet little mare. See her today w/my daughter Christine. Hugs Kathy!
Snickers ~Now a boy's pony in New Boston, TX
Freckles ~Now owned by a young lady down by Austin, TX
Cool ~Now owned by a lady in Durant, OKHe is doing great the most loveable horse I have ever been around!!!!! and yes I have rode him he picks up on everything very well now that it has got so hot him and I spend more time playing in the sprinkler you were definitely right about loving water he thrives on it Thank you again for him we matched up perfectly.
Carol Ashley
Roundtop ~Now owned by a lady in Marshall, TX
Warrior ~Now owned by an 8 year old girl in Montague, TX!
We got home with Warrior safe and sound. He is in
the corral tonight visiting with our other horses
across the fence. Its a good thing his name is
Warrior because he still has to come out and meet my
dad's horse Sonny. He is fun and easy to ride. My
mom even got on him. She usually doesn't get on new
horses. Thank you very much. Hanna
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A cyclone currently developing over the south central United States will track northeastward Friday night into Saturday, bringing initially light snow to Upstate New York before transitioning to a heavier, steadier snow Saturday night. The heaviest precipitation will begin affecting the region once a secondary cyclone (often an ingredient in major northeast snowstorms) develops and […] [Read More]
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Early Heresies in Islam – An Introduction
In the following centuries the scholars of Ahl al-Sunna also faced down the innovations of the sect of Jahm ibn Safwan or "Jahmiyya," those of the proponents of rationalism known as the "Isolationists" or "Mu`tazila," both of which groups incorporated the doctrine of pure free will as well as those of the vilifiers of the Companions (ra), who came to be known as the "Rejectionists" or "Rawafid." With those sects came that of the "Visceralists," or "Stuffers," or "Crammers" known as the "Hashwiyya," who attributed corporal attributes to the Lord of the worlds and declared Prophets (as) able to openly and intentionally commit great sins (al-kaba'ir). They are also known as "Those who attribute a body to Allah" or "Mujassima," and "Those who liken Allah to creation" or "Mushabbiha."
[1] Narrated from `Umar (ra) by al-Tabarani in "al-Kabir" with a sound (sahih) chain as indicated by al-Haythami in "Majma` al-Zawa'id." Muslim narrates it from Jabir ibn `Abd Allah thus: "There shall not cease to be a group in my Community who shall fight, standing for truth, and have the upperhand until the end of time."
[2] Narrated from Mu`awiya (ra) by Bukhari and Muslim. The complete narration states: "He for whom Allah desires great good, He grants him the understanding of Religion. I only distribute and it is Allah Who gives. That group shall remain in charge of Allah's Order, unharmed by those who oppose them, until the coming of Allah's order." The scholars have explained that the first order in the hadith is "Allah's Law and Religion," while the second is the "Day of Resurrection and Judgment."
[3] A sound (sahih) hadith related with various wordings by al-Tirmidhi, Abu Dawud, Ibn Majah, Ibn Hibban, al-Hakim, al-Darimi, and others.
[4] As related from al-Qasim ibn Muhammad and `Umar ibn `Abd al-`Aziz (ra) by Bayhaqi in "al-Madkhal," and from Malik (ra) by Ibn al-Athir in the introduction to his "Jami` al-Usul."
[5] Narrated from Abu Hurayra (ra) by Abu Nu`aym in "Hilya al-Awliya'" (10:434) and Ibn `Asakir in the "Tabyin" (pp. 104-105). Al-`Ajluni cites it in the introduction of "Kashf al-Khafa'" and al-Suyuti indicated that it was a sound (sahih) narration in "al-Jami` al-Saghir." The rest of the hadith states: "Therefore, take advantage of these gatherings in defending the weak, and rely on Allah, and Allah is enough to rely upon."
[6] See the description of the Khawarij in the biographical notice on `Ali ibn Abi Talib (ra).
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Out-of-hours GPs to move to new base near Nottingham Station
Posted: March 25, 2014|
Out-of-hours GPs are to move into a new city centre base to improve access for patients.
Nottingham Emergency Medical Service (NEMS) has delivered evening and nighttime GP care to people across Notts over the last decade.
But bosses have found its current base off Derby Road, Lenton, is too restrictive for staff and patients to access.
They are now planning to move to a new HQ near to Nottingham Station later this year.
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An exact location has not been confirmed, but health bosses say it will reflect patients' needs for it to be central with good transport links.
Alison McWilliam, chief executive of NEMS Community Benefit Services said: "We plan to relocate the service to modern premises near Nottingham railway station, with excellent public transport links and car parking.
"As most of our patients already believe that our nurses and GPs can see their GP practice records with consent, our IT systems will be adapted to enable this to happen in line with existing data protection regulations. This will be a major benefit for patients.
"For example, many patients with long-term conditions already have a plan of care in place with community nurses, specialist teams and home care services. By having access to this information, our nurses and GPs will be able to ensure that GP out-of-hours care recommendations are better integrated."
NEMS Community Benefit Services Ltd has delivered the out-of-hours GP service since 2004, on behalf of Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire South Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG).
The company's new contract to deliver out-of-hours GP services to the Nottingham City, Rushcliffe, Nottingham North and East areas will start on October 1.
It will run for three years, with the possibility of a further two-year extension.
NEMS Community Benefit Services Ltd says it also plans to improve its service for patients who find it difficult to use telephones for assessments.
The new contract is due to be discussed by the governing body of NHS Nottingham City Clinical Commissioning Group on Wednesday.
A report by chairman Dr Hugh Porter and chief officer Dawn Smith is set to go before members.
In it, they describe Nottingham Emergency Medical Service CBS Ltd as a "trusted provider in the local health community".
Martin Gawith, chairman of Healthwatch Nottingham, which represents patients in the city, said: "We welcome the fact that NEMS won the contract. They have provided a very much well received service and it's good to have the continuity.
"The location currently is out of the way on Derby Road and not easily accessible, and somewhere more central may well be more accessible to more patients. It should be a benefit to patients and carers."
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Kiana Bahadoran hasn't paid rent for three months. She cut the hours of her staff. And in the move that bothers her the most, she suggested some of the seniors who rely on her center for nursing care and therapy come less often.
"Which is wrong but which is a matter of survival," she said at her Advanced Adult Day Health Care Center at the edge of Simi Valley.
Her problem and one hitting adult day health care centers across California is a backlogged Medi-Cal authorization and payment system. A transition designed to allow a cash-strapped state to avoid the elimination of the centers is pushing some of the sites to the brink of closure.
Slow authorization of their services means Bahadoran and her partner are getting compensated for a fraction of the 70 people who come there with conditions ranging from Alzheimer's to immobility. They thought about closing the 11-year-old center last month but decided to keep going. Across Simi Valley, Andre Nikiforov faces the same issues at his Millennium Care Adult Day Health Care Center.
"Nobody knows," he said of whether his center will close. "God only knows."
The centers that are designed to keep seniors and disabled people out of nursing homes and hospitals were eliminated from the Medi-Cal budget a year ago to help pull the state out of a black hole of a financial crisis. A lawsuit protesting the cut brought a settlement in which the centers have been transformed into a program called Community Based Adult Services, or CBAS.
The new program originally was expected to serve about half of the 35,000 clients in adult day health centers, focusing on people with the most severe needs. It will be administered by managed-care Medi-Cal systems instead of traditional fee-for-service programs in a move state officials say will save money.
A transition that began in November stretches on. The five programs that operated as adult day health care centers in Ventura County now function as CBAS programs. State Medi-Cal officials have conducted face-to-face assessments of the 1,100 people in the county who were in the old program, determining all but about 50 are eligible for CBAS. Across California, about 80 percent of the participants have met eligibility standards.
About 1,800 Californians who were told they don't meet the new standards, including most who were found ineligible in Ventura County, are appealing the ruling.
The transition hits a major step in October when the Gold Coast Health Plan, which runs Medi-Cal in the county, takes over payment of services for the CBAS centers in the area.
Until that switch begins, centers are being paid through the state-run fee-for-service program. Center operators say they're having trouble getting authorizations needed to get paid for new people or for existing clients who need to be reassessed. At Advanced Day Health Care, that means many services are being provided for free, said Bahadoran, the site's co-owner.
"I'm getting paid for 10 people or 15 people, which is ridiculous," she said. "I have no idea if I'm eventually going to be paid or not."
Some centers, including Among Friends and Family Circle in Oxnard, say they're surviving the cash-flow problems. They use credit or rely on insurers other than Medi-Cal to avoid closure worries. Others centers say they're being crunched.
At the Ventura County Adult Day Health Care Center in Oxnard, slow authorizations mean the program is being paid for about half of its participants. Staff hours have been cut and an administrator said she knows they'll survive for the next six months but worries about what could come next unless payments improve.
"As far as we've been told, we're not shutting down," said Katie Freeny, program director at the Oxnard center. "But I assume we can only do that for so long."
The payment backlog is caused by what California Department of Health Care Services spokesman Norman Williams described as a "resource issue." The same people conducting assessments for eligibility in CBAS are also involved in authorizing payments. The enormity of the first task is slowing down the second.
"We're working as quickly as possible to expedite this process and to resolve any ongoing issues," he said, defending the move to the new program. "I would say the transition has been a monumental process but we believe in the end, we will come out with a better and more efficient product."
Lydia Missaelides, executive director of the California Association for Adult Day Services, said 33 adult day health care centers have closed over last two years. About half of the state's programs say their cash reserves are depleted, she said. More than a third of the centers expect to lay off staff. Unless cash flow improves, more than 1 of 10 will close.
Some centers won exemptions to a 10 percent reduction in the amount Medi-Cal pays them. Other sites, including the two in Simi Valley, are being hit by the reimbursement cut that started in December and the slow payments.
"For the last year, we don't know what happens tomorrow. We still don't know," said Nikiforov, of Millennium Care.
Williams said the state is trying to work with centers in jeopardy, suggesting advance payments are at least one possibility. If centers close, he said, the state will work to make sure participants get the services they need.
At the Advanced Adult Day Health Care Center, a group of Chinese-Americans studied English in a backroom. A retired psychologist from Gujarat, India, worked on a Sudoku puzzle. Other people, some with dementia or degenerative joint issues or heart problems, played a bowling game.
Sam Gullo sat by himself, wearing a Hawaiian shirt and gray sweatpants. He's 67 and has epilepsy, meaning "I get dizzy and pass out." He's been a regular since the center opened 11 years ago.
He formerly came to the center with his wife. Now, she's in a nursing home. Bahadoran's father takes him there to visit most weekends.
Gullo doesn't know much about the changes happening to adult day health care. But he believes he knows what would happen if the center he considers home closes.
"I would be in a home or a hospital," he said.
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