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rocknhorse


name: barbara

golo url: rocknhorse.golo.com

born: 1969

gender: female

city: benson, nc

golo member since: July 18, 2007

about rocknhorse

I've been a GOLO member for some time now and thought maybe it was time to update my profile. 

As stated before, I'm a happily married mother of two wonderful kids.  Life doesn't get any better.  I am truly the luckiest person in the world to have my wonderful family!  My husband and I are self-employed and have been for 10 years.  We've had our struggles in the past, but it's the strength of our love that supports us through the tough times. 

I am fortunate to have 4 horses, which I train using gentle methods.  I believe that you have to see the world through their eyes.  When you can successfully do that, then you can understand them and train them accordingly.  This philosophy works equally well when communicating with people.

I am an optimist.  Even during bad times, I seek the silver lining!  Every event, every mistake is a learning experience.  Rather than dwell on the negative, focus on the positive and don't waste the lesson!    

I have been accused of being very opinionated and stubborn - neither are negative traits in my opinion!  I believe what I believe, but I'm open to other opinions.  While I may respect your opinion, that doesn't mean I'll agree.  Likewise, just because I may disagree, that doesn't mean I cannot still respect your right to your opinion.

I believe as Americans, we have been afforded the same opportunities.  Some of us took advantage of those opportunities and some did not.  Those who work to excel and to better their lives should not be held back for the benefit of those who do not! 

I believe in a hand up but not a hand out!

I believe in accountability/responsibility for your actions!  Life is about choices and every action involves CHOICE!  If you make the wrong choice, you should be held accountable-no excuses!   

Beauty comes from within!  It is confidence in being who you are and liking/loving that person!!! 

Topics that are extremely important to me are drunk driving and anything that involves kids.  Wrecks that occur because of drunk drivers are not "accidents."  Kids need to be protected.  People who abuse kids should be dealt with in manners that I cannot state here.  

Finally, I believe in honesty, but diplomacy when interacting with each other. 

Welcome to my profile.  I have many pictures in my Image Gallery!  I welcome comments, thoughts, discussions and debates!

To see a cummulative collection of pics/blogs about our house move/restoration experience, go to http://www.wral.com/golo/asset_gallery/3448458/ . 


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favorite music: country, rock

favorite movies: action/suspense

favorite hobbies: horses, house restoration

favorite tv shows: boston legal, grey's anatomy

favorite restaurants: chinese, mexican, steak

favorite web sites: horse training sites, dancing sites

favorite vacation spots: mountains





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Thanks for accepting it! I thought we were, too -- in fact, I'm sure I can remember the conversation we had when you sent me an invite last year. Oh, well -- no harm, no foul!

thanks, Rockn, I just wanted to add something positive

I'm with you on Lake Gaston! I grew up about 15 miles from there, and spent more summers than not in that water... swimming, skiing, tubing, and drinking copious amounts of beer! LOL... we used to take the boat over to the VA side, to get the beer with 6.4 % ETOH.

People rave about the beach... I'll take that laid back mudhole over sand, wind, and hoards of tourons any ole day! Know where Camp Willow Run is, and Americamps... Little Stonehouse Creek? We had a place on a tiny little nook right beside Americamps... three piers in there at the time. Heaven on earth. I'm so envious of you guys now!

Terri

What glorious vacation pics!! You just glow!!

Good morning! Hope you have a great day!!!

I LOVE the pics of your vacation!!! So cool you guys had such a great time. :)

Have a wonderful day!!!

Happy Humperz Day Nice Lady!

I am never comfortable in front of a camera, but figured, what the heck. My first thought while I was choosing pics to share was, great, I'm posting a pic of me in the most uncomplimentary fashion"

Rockn, if you did not have a daughter, I would not even try to cover this topic,,,it is just so iffy.

sigh, here goes ( I have 2 daughters )

You are beautiful. You are bursting with light - you sparkle. ( HUGE SIGH Here.) In our music video age, beauty is mistaken with men whistling at women - that is not beauty.

/* lolly has tears in her eyes now */

Beauty is loving a hubby and helping him start his own business. Building a House from your ancestors, raising kids that know fresh air and love. Beauty is raising a child that hit the Ball over the fence, after her mom coached her.

Please KNOW that you are so beautiful!!!!! Darling, you SHINE

Would you be interested in talking ideas?"

I'd love to! I'd be happy to help in anyway that you need me

I sent you and email at the addy you left on my profile. Please let me know if you did not get it. thanks

I did get your email. Sorry I didn't reply earlier. We were actually just stepping out to carry the first load to the new house when it arrived. I'll be in touch hopefully tonight or tomorrow am!!

THANKS!!"

I'll be delighted to assist you...just let me know how...no hurry

you in the house yet /?

TGIF! Hope you enjoy the weekend! :)

Rocky!!!!!!!!!! When can we come? =)

How did the move go? Was the first night as great as you had hoped it would be? I'm excited for you! It seems like it has been such a long time, WOW! You go woman! :)

Enjoy your week!

I am right down the road in Lillington! If you guys ever get the time to trail ride let me know! There really is nothing like watching your horses from your front porch! As you know, lots of hard work to!! I have 17 ac here.. tractor and all!!

Hey Rocknhorse! Thanks for the offer on the mold!!! I'll keep that in mind. Right now I'm letting it air out....

Hope you are doing good and also have a GREAT weekend!!

I have not seen your posts lately - we have been keeping different schedules. I hope you are enjoying your new home!!

I'd love to have you and Sandra come see the house early if ya'll are ever near McGee's Crossroads"

I used to live on hw50 south. I know the area. Sandra and I would love to pop in. And my offer to help on the open house is still there for you

I miss ya girl!

Rock....you live near McGees Crossroads?? I'm not very far from you....over here in Benson!! How cool is that!? Howdy neighbor!!!

(((Hugs)))) to you. Hope all is well. :D

Good morning!!!

I saw this article and thought of you:

http://www.dailysoutherner.com/local/local_story_232104229.html

Hey Rock. Going to see if you were interested in a Mustang horse that needs a home. Here is the link.

http://www.wral.com/golo/blogpost/5846232/#commentform

"I would love to see him go to a good home!"

I know you would! You were the first person I thought of when I read that. He does deserve a good home.

Maybe some of your friends can take him in. I thought if anyone could help, it would be you! :)

Hi, Rockn...Just sent a "friendly handshake" (thought we'd done that, already, LOL...) At any rate, I know that when Johnny and I finally got our studio finished (it's detached from the main house), we felt soooo proud of ourselves! Except for the construction of the actual building, we did all the interior work; electrical, flooring, insulation, drywall, drop ceiling, lighting, etc. It was a LOT of work, so I can only imagine what a house would be like! :)

Good morning Rocky! Have a great day.

I saw below you said you live near McGees X Roads? My daddy lives there... ;) hope to see you someday and your ponies too!

Barb, what an awesome profile update you did. Just TOTALLY blew me away. It was completely from your heart. Dayum, I cannot find the right words...J

Thanks, Rockn... the blog wasn't about the picture, I just felt it fit with the intent of the blog. (: Have a great day!

" I have sent a letter to WRAL urging them (5 On Your Side) to take this case!! I have left a message on the voice mail at the shelter "

GOOD for you! I am trying to catch up on this, hopefully my day wont be so busy b/c I would like to somehow get involved as well!

HOPE all is GREAT your way :)

Rockn - I guess there was a little confusion on the fact that 5 on your side did respond and just didn't think it should be televised as the family did admit they had let the cat go outside occasionally. That said, he is a 90% idoor cat. That clause is insane. Thank you so much for your support.

Three boys are in the school yard bragging about their fathers. The first boy says, "My Dad writes all day. He scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls it a POEM, they give him $50!"

The second boy says, "That's nothing. My Dad writes all day too! He scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls his a SONG, they give him $100!"

The third boy says, "I got you both beat. My Dad also writes all day. He scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls his writings SERMONS. He reads them in church, and it takes EIGHT MEN to collect all the money!!!"

Dont say that Con Amor did'nt make you smile today! Have a great day!

Rocknhorse, I really hope you go! We've seen some marvelous re-dos. One house inside the Beltline (the high dollar area) had an entire STORY added. So the first floor had the charm of an older house and the second story was completly modern, with crown molding and a laundry chute. Another house added an outdoor fireplace room. It made us sad to have to come back to our little house...:( !

I don't think you could have done a better job on your house, the way you describe it. It is absolutely beautiful. I'm still hoping you will have a get-together and invite GOLO. I'll even wear those paper booties so as to not track in dirt!

Susan

/* giggle */

/* bump stumble bump */

/* giggle */

/* knock, knock, knock */

Trick or treat!

Miss seeing you around! Hope you are doing well and I always enjoying reading your profile (about you) above. Have a good one!

Beth

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