Fundraiser Update

MEGAN: Laura stayed at the house last night, so we caught a ride with her to the barn. I gave Simba his hay and grain and scrubbed out his water buckets, then did my first set of turnouts- Loui, Deli, and Rio in the pasture out back and Deauville in the corner once his feet were done. Then I cleaned Simba’s stall and scrubbed out his feed bucket, then handwalked him and Ali. After making sure Simba was all set, I scrubbed Mica’s sink with Soft-soap and Comet. It was all stained and gross, but was gleaming by the time I was done!!! Then I mopped the tackroom and Mica said that I will get 70% of the “Most Beautiful Tackroom Award”! After scrubbing the door to the feedroom, I switched the ponies outback with Gino and Ovie. Deauville came in and then I helped Annie give the horses their shots. She taught me how to give an IM injection, and let me do the horses who are well-behaved. One of my first steps to a veterinary career!! I cleaned the mirrors in the indoor and then helped Mica feed in her barn, finally bringing in my last set of turnouts and taking care of Simba for the night. Then I read some of my LYDF book and answered some emails regarding the fundraiser which is now less than a week away. Annie gave me a ride home then I did a light tempo run, had dinner and talked to Lendon about the fundraiser. Speaking of the fundraiser, here is a list of all the donations Rachel and I have received so far. Thank you for all those who donated from home, and if anyone sees an item they would like to bid on, let me know at meheeder@aol.com. Thank you all for your continued support!! I could not do it without you!!

Donations Received for Fundraiser:
· MOSS Tack Soap
· Activate Your Horse’s Core autographed by author, Hilary Clayton
· Michigan State University Children’s Choir CD (featuring Megan)
· A private tour of the MET permanent collection for 4, followed by lunch in the Trustees' dining room overlooking Central Park
· 2 Lessons on Rendezvous 3, Francine Walker’s Grand Prix mare, with Courtney King-Dye
· 2 Consulting Sessions with Tammy Vankrevlen. See website for more information: http://intuitiveadvancements.com
· Thinline Saddle Pad
· Custom Hand-Painted Portrait of your animal by Jeanne Pacchiana
· Two hour photography Session by Jayne Tansey-Patron within 75 miles of Bedford at the location of your choice (stable, home, etc.).
· Half hour lesson on Simba with Lendon Gray
· Half hour lesson on Mouse with Lendon Gray
· Half hour lesson on Sunny with Lendon Gray
· Half hour lesson on Loui with Lendon Gray
· Half hour lesson on Danny with Lendon Gray
· Lesson on Ivan taught by owner Laura Satterfield
· 1 Free Clipping by Edgar and Dario
· Copies of Lessons with Lendon
· Copies of Mikhail the Dressage Mouse
· Handheld CD Player
· 2 Lessons with Lendon Gray at HW Dressage to new students on their own horses
· Night of Babysitting
· Trailer Cleaning
· Boot Polishing
· Tack Trunk Cleaning
· Tack Cleaning
· Car Washing
· 2 US PRE polo shirts
· Hat with Hampton Green Farm logo
· Tote with Hampton Green Farm logo
· Afternoon of sailing lessons down the Hudson River for up to 6 people
· Handmade Fleece Blanket- purple and black check with horse heads
· Cooking Class for 6 with Jackie Hjkoop
· Chef for Dinner Party by Jackie Hjkoop
· Saddle Fitting (Done by Katie Gussenhofen of County Saddlery)
· Colored Pencil Sketch done by Laura Satterfield; with horse and owner or from photo.
· Various styles of custom-made jewelry
· Gift Certificate from Burts Ives Tackshop in Columbia, CT
· Stabling at CDI at Saugerties, normally $175 to $200 for the weekend
· 1 Week of Camp at Newberry Farm in Columbia, CT, age 2 - 16
· 2 Movie Tickets to Bedford Playhouse
· Belt and $250 Gift Card to L’Armoire
· Joules Jacket, light blue (Size Large)
· $25 Gift Certificate to Bedford Hardware
· 2 Lessons with Courtney King-Dye on own horse at Millbrook Farm in CT
· 3 desserts for 8 persons each (i.e. flans, tarts, Viennese pastry, mousse) provided by Sue Vock
· Jar of Gift Certificates to Near and Natural in Bedford Village
· Seagull Pewter 5x7” Frame with 2 Hanging Frames
· Chat Now Communicators
· Cusinart Popcorn Maker
· 2 Bridles from EuroAmerican Saddlery
· Yves St. Laurent Towels
· 3 or 4 new blouses
· Yellow comforter
· $40 Gift Certificate to Touch of Jamaica in Mt. Kisco
· 2 Whips donated by Margaret Freeman
· Gourmet Horse Treats made by Emily Edelman (4 Molasses, 4 Peppermint, 2 Oatmeal Raisin, 2 Maple Carrot)
· Pillow Wraps (four sets of 2- 16 inch wraps)
· Mouse pad
· Horse decorated sheet set in blue and white for a twin size bed
· Girl’s Outfit: Navy cotton cardigan, size 10 from the Gap; Ivory cotton tank top, size 5 from Abercrombie; Navy pull-on flare yoga pants size 10 from Land’s End all donated by Susan Rubin

SIMBA: Today all I had to do was walk and eat grass. Now this I could get used to! I spent all day napping and eating and with the exception of the flies, it was a great day. Mom groomed me and got my coat all soft and shiny, and she let me eat my grain while she groomed me. I love spending time with her when she doesn’t make me work. If only grooming were the only thing on the agenda every day. Oh, and grass. Lots and lots of grass. Well, it’s been a pretty slow day. I’m sure I will have more to report tomorrow, including work. *Big Sigh*