First of all, give yourself a big pat on the back for handling the situation so well-that is tough at any age, let alone 17! On the plus side, you’ve been officially indoctrinated into dealing with absolutely crazy horse people-I think for most of us, it just happens a little later in life!! I never watched soap operas because they were so unrealistic-but honest to God, there are people out there who live their lives like soap operas!!
Stay far away from these people and don’t try to defend yourself to them-it is just a waste of your time. Sane people know that there are two sides to every story and if you take the high road, yours is the side they’ll listen to. Good luck-I am sorry to say it does make for entertaining reading because it’s sooooo outlandish-I do think it’s a story that some day you’ll be able to look back and laugh…
thanks everyone. It was definitely shocking to say the least. my parents are not happy at all. if we knew anything about these people I am sure my mom would have a fit. But I literally no NOTHING about them. Names, where they live, phone number, where they keep their horse … the only thing I know is that they ride with nutso wackjob. I am sure if i come across them at a show, which it sounds like they are planning on it, my parents will say something.
I am glad I can at least provide some laughs from this. it makes me giggle … b/c honestly … who is this crazy??? I seriously could make a book out of this stuff! or a reality TV show! too bad I dont have a camera crew following me around
And what in all that is holy is a freaking arabapintaloosa??? Sounds like somebody’s stallion got loose and impregnated half the neighborhood. Wanna bet she paid big bucks for it?!!
OMFG HAHA!
I’m really sorry about the whole situation. Their trainer must be feeding them a whole bunch of shit for the lunatic mom to come up with something like that.
But seriously. Kick that kid’s ass at shows. :lol:
That’s crazy!! I think you handled it very well. I’m sure the crazy lady came across loud and clear as Crazy with a capital C to all the spectators in the tack store.
I couldn’t help thinking about the poor girl in the middle of this - she hasn’t got a hope with all the ridiculous adult influences in her life. Poor girl, she’s going to wake up and be very disillusioned one day.
I’m sorry, that sounds very upsetting. I have to admit that I have laughed my head off at your stories though (from the safety of my home many states away 
). Really, laughing is all you can do with people like this, there is no reasoning with them.
On the bright side, all the crazy people in your neighborhood appear to be at the same barn. It makes them easier to avoid!
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I’m sorry, that sounds very upsetting. I have to admit that I have laughed my head off at your stories though (from the safety of my home many states away ). Really, laughing is all you can do with people like this, there is no reasoning with them.
On the bright side, all the crazy people in your neighborhood appear to be at the same barn. It makes them easier to avoid![/QUOTE]
yeah i almost wish i made this stuff up. but in all honesty, im not that creative! i couldn’t make this up if i tried! lol
I am anxious to see if they will pull any shenanigans at a show. the trainer has never really confronted me in person like this lady did. and a horse show is much more public than a back room of a tack shop.
(insert sarcasm) and im not sure about showing now. I mean up against a arapintaloosa I really have no shot:lol: they are just oh so special. can we have a COTH fundraiser for me and my poor poor TB? You know, I cannot exactly afford the “thousands” of dollars it is supposedly going to cost for training to beat this 8th world wonder:winkgrin:
My question is: is the Arapintaloosa big and all black? Because the idea of someone bragging about buying not only an Arapintaloosa but one that has no visible “pint” or “aloosa” just makes the whole thing even funnier…if that’s possible… :winkgrin:
As much as I feel bad for you having to deal this, I get great entertainment out of all this :lol: . Good luck dealing with the crazies! I hope you can find some way to put a stop to all this.
You know, Kat wants to go to the Olympics in eventing someday - now that I know she needs a arapintaloosa she’ll be one step closer. Hmmmm, but where do I go about finding one? What was that trainer’s email? :lol::lol:
Seriously, I’m glad you had someone with you at the tack shop. You handled yourself better than I think I would have. Those people are nuts! It does make for entertaining reading though. And I must admit I’m looking forward to watching you “settle it in the ring” this season!
Fleur-I guess this means that I’m not getting Winston to live in my suburban backyard and take him to the Olympics? Just because I haven’t ridden in years and barely ever jumped I’m sure I could do it-and apparently (since you know who didn’t go to Florida or Pony Finals) I guess I just email the Olympic committee and volunteer to go and they accept me?
I know it seems paranoid but make sure if you show that you advise the show management about the situation, and have someone with you at all times-you may need a witness (or an a$$ kicker). And definitely don’t keep your horse there overnight unless the barn has real security and knows about this too. Crazy delusional people are capable of anything and justify everything, and it sounds like mommie dearest has definitely chugged the Koolade. I wouldn’t put it past them to drop something in your horses stall or feed bucket and drop a dime to the drug testers, or show up with phony paperwork in the middle of the night at an away show and try a kidnap attempt. Keep Safe.
When you go to shows, fleur, please do make sure that you have someone with you. At the very least, a friend at least as calm ad confident as you seem from your posts. Better yet, your trainer or at least one parent, or an adult friend … someone who can more “legitimately” return fire, so to speak, if you are accosted again.
As to the second part of the quote: Girl, save these threads! I see the makings of a wonderfully cheesy horse movie! I mean, really, who could make this garbage up!
I was thinking the same thing. Be very careful if they or crazy trainer are anywhere in the vicinity at a show. Don’t leave Winston alone. (what a drag to have to worry about something like that when you’re supposed to be having fun.)
I wonder how she knew who you were. Watching you from the road as you tortured your boy with pink decorations?
No worries there! Tom is not attending any rated shows this year unless he takes a dramatic turn for the better and gets his mind in the game. There isn’t even any shows where he will be left unattended at anytime. They will have to pry him out of my cold dead hands while fighting off the COTH army that is his new fan club 
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Fleur-I guess this mean that I’m not getting Winston to live in my suburban backyard and take him to the Olympics? Just because I haven’t ridden in years and barely ever jumped I’m sure I could do it-and apparently (since you know who didn’t go to Florida or Pony Finals) I guess I just email the Olympic committee and volunteer to go and they accept me?
I know it seems paranoid but make sure if you show that you advise the show management about the situation, and have someone with you at all times-you may need a witness (or an a$$ kicker). And definitely don’t keep your horse there overnight unless the barn has real security and knows about this too. Crazy delusional people are capable of anything and justify everything, and it sounds like mommie dearest has definitely chugged the Koolade. I wouldn’t put it past them to drop something in your horses stall or feed bucket and drop a dime to the drug testers, or show up with phony paperwork in the middle of the night at an away show and try a kidnap attempt. Keep Safe.[/QUOTE]
Fleur I am the same age as you and you handled the situation way better then me. I would have turned, laughed and asked what drugs she was on. But thats me and I don’t do well with stuipd people like that. If I were you just have some fun with the situation, everyone has figured she is CRAZY already so don’t worry what people will think of you because of her. If someone you know has those sharp witty and hilarious come backs bring them with you to shows and have them attached to your hip because it would confusse them and make a great COTH story. (I would lend you my brother or his friend (but were in Canada) because they could weird them out to no end and it would be hilarious) Have some fun with there craziness and just make sure you, tommy and your stuff is safe.
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As to the second part of the quote: Girl, save these threads! I see the makings of a wonderfully cheesy horse movie! I mean, really, who could make this garbage up![/QUOTE]
I know–I was thinking to myself that it would make a great cheesy teen novel if things actually happened the way the crazy folks see it–the gutsy little girl has her horse stolen out from under her, and then goes on to “settle it in the ring” and battle her way to the Olympics. Since the trainer clearly has such a gift for self-delusion, I’m guessing that’s really the way this mom sees things happening!
Glad you handled yourself so well and while I find these updates hilarious to read, I hope you and “Winston” remain safe!
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This is just bizarre. She has a 12 yr old who is so talented, that she is going to the Olympics and the only thing that stopped her is you not selling Tommy/Winston? :rolleyes:
Well the crazy trainer has the crazy client-no surprise there.:winkgrin:
No use forwarding emails-just ignore her if possible and if she keeps bugging you again, your cop friend could have a chat with her. Crazy folks.
You handled it nice-Arapintaloosa? Ok Now,:no::lol::winkgrin:
How do you even believe a trainer with no record would take you to the Olympics? Heck I have trained with a nationally known trainer and -well I fogot my train of thought-this is just dumb. Thanks for the entertainment though!!
Welcome to the rabbit hole…
You handled it well. Sometimes the people around us really are that nuts - remind yourself of that if you ever start wondering if you did something wrong with these people. They will try to mess with your mind and your reality if they run into you again, just don’t buy it.
“We’ll settle this in the ring.” Where are you- the scene of “the Saddle Club”?!
I agree with others- you handled that way better then most! So… how much longer 'til show season begins?
Geez Fleur. I’m sorry to say that I love reading your posts about Winston…ehm Tommy. I cannot believe what a completely crazy woman that trainer must be…or her clients. I have to say I think you handle yourself really admirably and as for maturity, I am floored you are only 17. Most 25 year olds I know would not deal with this situation nearly as well as you have - kudos to you. Sorry you are having such a crazy time just for our enjoyment!
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thanks everyone. It was definitely shocking to say the least. my parents are not happy at all. if we knew anything about these people I am sure my mom would have a fit. But I literally no NOTHING about them. Names, where they live, phone number, where they keep their horse … the only thing I know is that they ride with nutso wackjob. I am sure if i come across them at a show, which it sounds like they are planning on it, my parents will say something.[/QUOTE]
They can’t be that hard to find, just look for the rare arapintaloosa on the show circuit!
