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HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Mar 30, 2022 12:11 PM

I'm giving away a show pony for every 100 words in a short story! Up to 10 show ponies, but if you have over 1000 words then I'll add in 100,00 hbs too

I'd prefer something a little more on the heartwarming side? I've been struggling with mental health for over a year now so would prefer to avoid anything too depressing.

Thank you

Link to show ponies ->

https://hj2.huntandjump.com/adv_search.php?runsearch=go&jump=0&hpp=100&agel=20&stallion=0&mare=0&owner=15552&breeder=15552&128=0&129=0&149=0&150=0&151=0&152=0&153=0&154=0

I restricted the search to horses younger than 20 because I'm assuming those are more desirable. But if some over 20YO's catch your eye I will count 3 over 20YO horses as 1 under 20YO horse if that makes sense. So 3 20+ YO's per 100 words

(I"d recommend waiting until after this month to see who ages out though)

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 4, 2022 11:13 AM

Still taking entries

Ktarpey · Apr 5, 2022 1:12 PM

I don't have anything written for you at the moment but I wanted to come by and give you a big virtual hug. >:D< I know how hard mental health struggles are.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 9, 2022 10:40 AM

Thank you. I appreciate it.

SpryOfJune · Apr 9, 2022 4:44 PM

I don't usually write stories, and usually don't have time, either... But I guess you could say this is heartwarming?... I came out as transgender (female to male) to my boss and my mom today, and so far... They've been supportive and understanding.
And definitely hugs to you. I definitely understand mental health struggles.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 9, 2022 5:21 PM

Wow! Huge congrats! I'm happy for you! That's the one thing I like about more modern time is it feels like more people are being accepting. I know my roommates and best friend struggle with their parents accepting. I know that its not close to the same as experiencing first hand, but even my parents aren't as understanding of my friends as I thought they would be and that's been a bit of a shock. I mean they're not extremely extremely bad, but its like "really, I'm disappointed in you guys".

Are there any show ponies you'd be interested in?

SpryOfJune · Apr 9, 2022 6:33 PM

(I'm almost 28) I've known I was trans for like 5 or more years (technically, I've known I was a boy my whole life, but only just learned trans was a thing within the past 10 years). Currently, my mom hasn't talked to me about it any more than what she said earlier (which wasn't bad), but I was hoping she'd wanna know more (like preferred name and such) and now all night she's been calling me "girlfriend" and such (**Edit... She wasn't gendering me until AFTER my first comment, and now it hasn't stopped). Which is kinda bugging me. She says she's supportive and all, but like... Ugh. My girlfriend (who is also trans (male to female) is obviously supportive and honestly, my biggest supporter of anyone I know. I say girlfriend, only because my parents don't know that we're engaged. The only reason they don't know is because my mom isn't supportive of people talking about marriage before the first year or so. But we're already planning to move together at some point in the near future, and everything. I admit... I haven't dated a ton of people (less than 8) in my whole life, but she's the only one that's ever made me feel like I'm actually someone, and the only one I've ever loved this much. (She likes to say we're immortal and will never die; I wish life worked that way), we both have stated that if either of us dies we'd never find anyone else (intentionally) because no one could ever measure up to either one of us (her saying that to me and vice versa). I've literally never had anyone in my life that I was afraid of losing. And surprisingly enough, her family doesn't usually care for anyone, but her family actually likes me. My dad doesn't seem to mind her (despite being transphobic), and my mom is meh; she doesn't mind her, but doesn't like her as much as some of my other partners I've had. And the only reason my mom gives me for why she doesn't like her as much is the age difference (Rayne (my GF) is 48).
My thing is... I'm happy, my mom should be happy for me.

No, I really didn't look. If you wanna just randomly place some up for me, that'd be fine with me.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 12, 2022 11:04 AM

Sorry I missed last message

Your girlfriend sounds like a wonderful person. I'm happy for you. I'm sorry your Mom isn't being quite as supportive as you hoped.

Adding you to a chat with some horses now

SpryOfJune · Apr 12, 2022 12:19 PM

It's alright.

She really is. Honestly, it took her to realize that the relationship I was in when I met her was as bad as my mind was telling me. I know so many people would think she made me leave the person, but no. She only told me that what she saw wasn't anything she wanted anyone to be stuck in, and she said, "Only you know what you should do. I can't tell you your own choice, but I can tell you that I'm not liking the way this is affecting you." And I thought on it for a while and realized that she was right. None of that was good for me. I was only unhappier by the day. No telling where I'd be now if I hadn't had her telling me she saw something bad. And even now, she's ready to mess up anyone who even acts like they're gonna do something to me. She knows my past and the things that've happened to me, and she's always asking me to make sure I'm alright and am okay with anything she's doing or wanting to do. Usually, she asks if I'm fine with her doing it, and then asks during if I'm still okay with it. And that goes for anything, even something as small as touching my leg. Strangely enough, I used to have these horrible dreams nightly about the things that've happened and been done to me, and usually was unable to sleep because of it, but I haven't had any bad dreams in weeks. And I do believe she's why. She's patient with me and understanding that I'm probably the most forgetful person on the planet. She's gotten me things that I've misplaced, and she's said, "It's alright. It's not like it was anything expensive, and I could just buy another for you if you don't find it."
There was one day I accidently threw a magnifying glass and it hit her nose and obviously caused a small injury. I felt terrible about it and kept apologizing. She said, "Hey, it's fine. I'm not mad about it." So many other people would either be mad, or do something equal or worse back.

I give my mom a small hint of credit... She's called me "sir' and "son" like... Twice... But that's it. She's avoided my preferred name and everything else.

Thanks!!

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 13, 2022 11:57 AM

Yeah I don't know why parents are so weird about relationships. I've always preferred guys as friends but since my parents were trouble children when they were my age they seemed to always think that I would be up to trouble. So they traumatized me about ruining my life getting a relationship from a young age, so I chased away my best friend on that avenue for years permanently scarring our relationship. I always thought they would have their flings in school and I would be there after school and they would be my person. Instead my parents flipped out about my "boyfriend" called him stupid and chased him away basically. So then I went from one friend to none. And I was with one of my parents just about every second of every day, but then Mom had the audacity to ask me if I was pregnant. I'm like you micromanage my life every second! I don't even know any males! Her asking that left scars to this day. What was the point of chasing away all my friends if I was going to be accused anyways? When I got to college my "friend" was making fun of how I was a horse person and signed me up for farmers only. Yes I should have deleted the account, but I kept it for a while to laugh at the idiots out there. Well one of them figured out that they liked me and tried to shove their way into my life. I was chasing them away all fine on my own. But in the meantime it was nice to finally have someone to talk to. Then covid happened and Mom "discovered" this "secret" boyfriend but he was exactly her type. (into horses, dances, says ma'am etc). But he had lots of issues and I still didn't want him. So she dragged him in faster than I could chase him away and resulted in a bunch of ugliness I don't need to get into. And I'm not even sure why I started on this. track. Parents and relationships don't mix probably? Meanwhile my Dad has finally realized how much I've been scarred relationship wise. And he keeps making jokes to my older sister on setting me up with these random people! But when I talk to him he keeps digging into my relationship life. (Which I do finally have a BF Johnathan, but I haven't told him that the guy is a BF.) Meanwhile my non binary friend Rowan suggested we go to prom. Not an "invite" invite, but lets go make a group.... And I was trying to tell my dad no this person isn't a boyfriend. He pushed and pushed and pushed until I finally just said hey, Rowan was born a girl, but is now non binary, okay! Then my Dad freaked out, but I don't need to go into the details of that. lol. My Dad's in his 70's and is kinda old fashioned in that regard. My mom seems more or less understanding. Just thinks its weird, and seems purposefully inept at using proper terminology. Which my Mom lacks some social grace anyways so I'm not sure if its purposeful inept, or if she really doesn't understand how messed up her words are.

So long story short parents and relationships suck, I'm sorry.

SpryOfJune · Apr 13, 2022 12:31 PM

I definitely understand you! Whereas I'm not familiar with people forcing me into or out of relationships, I can admit... I'm used to people (especially men) forcing me to do... things... I don't want to do... Those things being... Touching, or attempting to get things from me (you get it, I'm sure). And that makes being in any relationship (or trying to be in one) really hard. Which is one reason I'm really glad to have the girlfriend I have. She doesn't want anything that I don't want, and makes sure that I'm okay with it well before and even during, just to be safe. She doesn't want to be a reason I can't sleep, or have bad dreams. She doesn't want to unintentionally give me a reason to be upset or something. And if she doesn't know if something is a bother or not, she will ask if I'm okay with it. She knows being around people gives me anxiety, and she knows certain subjects (like personal stuff and doctors) gives me anxiety, too, so she will also ask if I'm sure I'm alright going a certain place with her or talking about a certain thing. No one else has ever done anything like this with/for me. It's hard to understand that there are decent people like her, but now being with her, I'm realizing that people like her are rather rare, and that it's not often that you find someone who cares more about you than they do themselves (which I'm the same way towards her).

All I can say is... Where parents and relationships do suck, we all know what makes us happy and whole, and it's our decision to keep it going or not. We know what is and isn't good for us, and I know she's better for me than anything I've ever had, or anything I'll ever find. Some things in life, you just know.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 13, 2022 12:45 PM

Test in 3 minutes and I"m crying. Wonderul sign. Great. lol. (lots of stuff going on from personal financial crisis while Mom is buying horses way beyond our means etc etc etc)

Yeah my "friend" from earlier was another one to force me as well. Which I"m physically stronger than him but I was just shocked that he was doing that I was in denial and didn't do anything and I'm still upset at myself for that to this day.

I had never wanted to date. I wanted to be a nomad and work at equestrian facilities part time and work remotely on computers part time. But I did end up finding the most high quality person imaginable. He's the same way. Except he's almost like too cautious. LIke bro! You're fine! Don't worry so much! My biggest issue with him was his procrastination because he was smart enough to get away with it, but he's getting better about that.

SpryOfJune · Apr 13, 2022 1:59 PM

Just know, if ever you need someone to talk to, I'm always willing. I may have anxiety with people and a bunch of other things bothering me, but I'm willing to lend an ear or an opinion if you wish.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 14, 2022 9:35 AM

Thank you. I appreciate it. I haven't been consistently in a good place since I started college probably. But yesterday's episode was over how carefully I am watching every single penny because my parents are playing money games, and my mom shows me that she has no money, and then shows me how much is on the credit card and tells me she'll have to sell her horse to pay for the bills and then not two weeks later she's trying to buy a horse 2 1/2x the value of the one she has and tells me she's gonna be helping me less than she even is now. Both parents brag about supporting me 50-50 but they are each doing about 1/3. And sure it would be enough without the horse which is Dad's point, but Mom is like I never told her to go to college. But when I go to get a job for the last third they sabotage me or tell me I can't get a job.

Thunder · Apr 15, 2022 6:52 PM

Congrats Spry ^_^ i know when i came out as bi to my family and that i am poly all at once they werent very supportive. Now they are as long as i am happy they are happy. I am the happiest I have ever been with my partners. They have helped me so much mentally its like a me i use to know.

Hunter i know how it is my parents were the same way when i was growing up. I also wasnt allowed to drive or do much unless it helped them in the long run.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 18, 2022 12:52 PM

It seems like the beginning of adulthood always seems to be recovering from our parents issues. However at least most of them have good hearts/intentions

Are there any show ponies that caught your eye?

Thunder · Apr 18, 2022 2:01 PM

I am happy with the boy you pulled from auction for me ^_^.

If you guys ever need to talk im open ears ^^

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 18, 2022 2:59 PM

Thank you! I appreciate it. Probably jinxing myself, but so far so good today/this week! I was not looking forward to going back home in a couple weeks, but now I am, so that's been a relief. It literally feels like this entire school year lasted a week. I guess that's what you get when you're more happy at school than home and you don't want to go home.

ClicknikStables · Apr 23, 2022 11:43 AM

I’d you’re still looking for stories, let me know what style/genre you’d like and I’ll see what I can do.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 23, 2022 11:50 AM

I'd love either fantasy or sci Fi with horses or combination! But completely up to you

ClicknikStables · Apr 23, 2022 12:03 PM

Adventure? Romance? Self-discovery? Friendship?

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Apr 23, 2022 3:04 PM

Adventure is always safe for me! Romance I typically like all the way romantic or not even a hug. Haha

ClicknikStables · Apr 23, 2022 5:22 PM

Sounds good, I’ll see what I can come up with.

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · May 3, 2022 11:39 AM

Sounds good

Fiddler · Jun 15, 2022 4:31 PM

i am curious, where are the stories you are writing?

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Jun 16, 2022 12:03 PM

Me?

I wrote 40 pages of one when I was young but was never able to finish it

SolandisStables · Jun 20, 2022 8:55 PM

Is this still a thing? Im new to forest and could definitely use the help of established show horses :)

HunterUnderSaddleGirl · Jun 21, 2022 12:45 PM

Sure!

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