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| Name: Chris Nerland From: Talbott TN E-mail: Contact |
I was very sorry to hear of Lonnie's passing. His comments to our questions were always gentlemanly, in the finest sense of that word. I very much hope that all of questions and Lonnie's comments could be compiled, either into a print book or an e-book, for reference by many of us in the years to come. I think it would be a fitting memorial.
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| Name: Jim Carpenter From: Lexington, Ky E-mail: Contact |
So sorry to hear of Lonnie's passing. My family and I had many great times with Lonnie, Renee, Mark and Joey back in the mid-70s. In addition to all the memories made with Tiffany, Midnight Alley Cat and Magic Colonel, I also treasure the memories of my one and only motorcycle ride, "sure is green" and those trips to Bear Creek and the Dry Dock. Lonnie left his mark on a lot of us, and to this day I still say "Now you're cooking with gas!". Thank you, Lonnie, and God bless your family.
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| Name: TOM ALLEBAUGH From: WESTFIELD, NJ E-mail: Contact |
The loss of Lonnie Lavery is a great one for the saddlebred business. There have been many great horse trainers (Lavery included)but no trainer has ever had the ability to train horses and write about training horses like Lonnie could. His knowledge and ability to share this knowledge by way of the written word will be missed. God bless the great communicator of the saddlebred business!
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| Name: Mark and Jan Mancini From: Cedar Point NC E-mail: Contact |
Lon and Renee have been my longest friends. I introduced them way back a long time ago. We will miss you lon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you find the pathway to heaven. Our love and thoughts to Ren and family. Jan
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| Name: Judi Kerr From: Atlanta E-mail: Contact |
I just wanted to update you on Armageddon's great progress! If you recall he was with you at Avalon for assessment a couple years ago. Thanks to your advice as well as all the help from Avalon folks,and John and our wonderful farrier Adelso, he is sound and moving square. He has been shown by a JR exhibitor in Pleasure and we have had many positive comments on his way of going now - although walking is still not his favorite thing to do when he gets excited and into the Park horse mode. Hopefully he will find himself a JR Ex owner someday who will love him as much as I! Thank you for all you advice- I read your column all the time since it is always teaching this old rider a new and better way to do and think around our equine friends. Admin reply: I am so glad you have been pleased with Armagedon's journey. As I often say, it is our Business, here at Avalon, to make your Hobby a pleasure. I felt certain he was headed in the right direction when he left and had every confidence in John and his support team to continue guiding him to that end. I must also thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with such a nice horse. It was indeed a pleasure and I am so glad all has worked out. LF Lavery
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| Name: Chris Nerland From: Talbott, TN E-mail: Contact |
I absolutely love your commentary on the ASB show horse. We are all driven to be defensive about "show horses" by the examples of abuse out there like the TWHs, and we forget how extraordinary it is to have an amateur or child ride these amazing horses into the ring. We can argue about tailsets and toe lengths, but the fact remains that the Saddle Seat Show Horse does a very special job in a tremendously challenging arena. People like to "hate" on Saddle Seat riding, but it is an extraordinarily difficult riding style not fully appreciated by horsemen outside that world. Admin reply: Thank so much for your comments. I am very glad you enjoyed this piece. I run it every year at this time as I think it timeless and feel it portrays the essence of the WC. There can be no question, that given all the variables involved in the showing of a Five Gaited American Saddlebred horse, we are blessed with dealing with an extraordinarily remarkable breed, that is like no other. Thanks again. LFL
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| Name: Alice Becker From: faraway galaxy E-mail: Contact |
The Equitation style these days is hideous there is no Cadence between rider and horse ..The Old Way Is the Proper way!Riding is a dance between Horse and rider ...The way Instructors have their" toddlers and tiaras" propped in a stiff Unatural position .Is quite frankly hard for me to watch ....ASBs need a revolution....Im sick of Paceing five gaited horses shaved forelocks and tails shoved up and over the rump .it makes me sick  Admin reply: You will be pleased to know that there will be an "Ask the Trainer", maybe a two parter, addressing this very issue, coming out very soon. Keep checking here or SHOW HORSE Magazine.
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| Name: Annika Bruggeworth From: New Jersey |
Absolutely loved the explanation of the slowgait and it's current state. So informative and descriptive. Really explains so much that is currently happening and why! Thanks for the valuable insight1 Admin reply: Thank you, thank you. As that topic is very close to my heart and a pet peeve so to speak, I am gratified you appreciated the explanation. Happy to be of help. Good Luck and Good Riding
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| Name: Naomi From: Kansas E-mail: Contact |
Thank you so much for your reply regarding "It would be much more fun if we were going Steady!" I thank you for the compliments on my riding. As I said before, I do not have this horse in training and I only take weekly lessons, so your compliments truly made my day. I have taken your advice and it has helped me greatly. I started taking more of a "hold" on his bridle and I also wrapped his curb chain with Sealtex. Getting him to step up and work from the very second I get on and expecting him to engage has also steadied him up a lot. Once again thank you so much! Your advice was very helpful! Admin reply: Glad to hear you found my answer helpful. Please...Do not confuse taking a little more hold with pulling! Keep up the good work.
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| Name: Abigail Wikstrom From: Waverly,Iowa E-mail: Contact |
this site has given me insight in to various problems my horse migh be haveing and i am grateful  Admin reply: Pleased to hear I have been of some help. Thank you so very much. Good Luck and Good Riding
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