In my morning stress of “how am I going to fit all this stuff” and “what should I and shouldn’t I take” dilemas I had a realization. It’s at these times when I feel like a complete dummy. I’m all stressed out over this rather than being focused on the amazing opportunity for training, getting to be around high performance peers and what a super opportunity for HorseGirlTV® that this actually is. I look back at the last decade of my amazing life and pondered…

Think about it Angelea, my birthday is coming up and I’m getting to spend it again with the best doxy on the planet in West Palm Beach adjacent. Maybe a handful of my long term, life changing friends will come visit even!? Then I found it hard to believe that it was almost 10 years ago Picollo and I shared my birthday together in LA at Chateau Marmont where he had his way with Matthew McConaughey’s black lab, Miss Hunt, we hung poolside with D&G models and got invited to the Moulin Rogue cast party that night! This was pre-paralyzed doxy, pre-Madrid life, pre-Grand Prix competition & pre-marriage. So much has happened in only the last 10 years! Wow! So, I stopped, snapped a few picture of the current packing chaos and smiled at all the fortunes I’ve been bestowed in life!

Hope you can reflect today on all your amazing experiences and look forward to all those yet to come.

Okey. Back to packing!…

Here’s the lowdown boy and squirrels!.. We’ve repeatedly tried to contact the winner of The 12th Day of HorseGirlTV® and posted the last day to claim your prizes was this past Wednesday. Zoinks! This AMAZING prize and the pinnacle of our winter giveaway of over $1000 in prizes was not claimed.

So HorseGirlTV® fans can still win! Post a comment below why you and your horse need this amazing technology to improve performance and your equestrian lifestyle!

Entries close in one week and a winner will be drawn at random! Good luck!

About Back On Track: The Back On Track® Therapeutic Mesh Sheet offers soothing far infrared thermal heat to help ease your horse’s pain of stiff, sore and overused muscles. Back on Track® sheets and blankets all work the same and can benefit all horses – from pleasure, to race horses to Olympic horses in every discipline. Buy Yours Online – $269.00.

A huge thanks to everyone who entered The 12 Days of HorseGirlTV and passed these great giveaways along! Over the past 2 weeks we’ve given away OVER $1000 in prizes and it would be possible without the support of our super, duper, rockstar fans and our brilliant and talented site partners! Thanks to you all.

PLEASE vote for us here.

We’re honored again this year to make the ESMA shortlist, however it would be such a wonderful treat if we WON! HorseGirlTV has been producing the best equine-based entertainment, offering super contests & giveaways and an informative, fun blog since 2007 so coming into our 100th episode and 5th year anniversary, it would be a super present to win Best YouTube Channel AND Best Broadcast Media.

If you can take a second to vote for us in category 1 and 19, we’d be truly be grateful.

Please vote here.

A huge CONGRATS to our winner Karen Allred posted on 25 December who tagged HorseGirlTV on Facebook AND posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

Karen has this to say, “My favorite HorseGirlTV episode is the interview with Jean Luc Cornille, the author of Science of Motion http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=2604. He seems to have such a gift and an insight into both the horse and rider, and he does amazing things with teaching horses in hand. It is my favorite episode because he explains how everyone id different-horses and riders-, and how horses and riders should not ever be put “into a box” regarding their training.”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About FITS Full Seat Breeches: These Full Seat Breeches optimize riding performance through functional design, featuring segmented deerskin panels to allow maximum range of motion for a deeper, more secure position in the saddle. Tiny perforations in the leather create more surface resistance for a much better grip, increase stretch capacity for freedom of motion and allow for better leather breath-ability than any breech on the market today. The athletic gusseted crotch is leather-free and seamless, eliminating bulk and pulling. Buy Yours Online – $279.99 (SPECIAL $251.99).

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 12th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the Back on Track Mesh Sheet!. Improve your lifestyle and mobility!

Congratulations Karen!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to our THREE winners Kirsten posted on 14 December (CONGRATS = halter), Jessica Guirl posted on 23 December (CONGRATS = bracelet) & Allison on 23 December (CONGRATS = key chain) who tagged HorseGirlTV on Facebook AND posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addys!

About Perri’s Leather Products: Perri’s Custom Soft Padded Leather Halter is made with double stitched 1″ leather strapping with contrasting soft leather padding in your choice of color combinations. This is a truly beautiful halter. These two-tone bracelets are made with the same superior quality leather as our padded bracelets and keychains. Amish made. Black leather will have stainless hardware, havana leather will have brass hardware. Buy Yours Online – $137.00 Combined.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 11th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the FITS PerforMAX Front Zip Breeches!. Form follows function!

Congratulations Kirsten, Jessica Guirl & Allison!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to our TWO winners Trish Murphey & Shannon Dahmer who tagged HorseGirlTV on Facebook AND posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was Trish Murphey’s comment, “My favorite episode is the Wild Horses of Shackleford banks. Episode http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=4268. One reason that it is my favorite is because it is an episode filmed on location and is close to where I live. But the best part is the narration of the conflict between the two stallions by Sue, the wildlife biologist. She practically predicts some of the behaviors before they actually happen. It really demonstrates her knowledge of the horses on the banks. Great job!”

Shannon Dahmer tagged HorseGirlTV on this Facebook post saying the Patrolling with the Mounted Police (http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=436) was her favorite episode.

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addys!

About the FITS Fleece Bump Shirts: Stylish and comfortable. Soft fleece outer with bumped fabric. Perfect for layering or cool fall days. FITS Tech Shirts feature seamless underarm side and sleeve panels for your comfort, and a wicking polyester/lycra blend for warmth and stretchability. A twelve inch zip front placket lets you zip up to stay warm, unzip to cool down, and fits easily over your helmet. You’ll feel and look great every day, everywhere, and in any weather with FITS performance shirts. And easy-care machine wash and dry makes it all hassle-free. Buy Yours Online – $72.00.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 9th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the Perri’s Leather Padded Halter, Snaffle Padded Bracelet & Padded Bit Key chain!. Farm friendly!

Congratulations Trish & Shannon!!!!

Rider & Horse Back to Back DVD Set

A huge CONGRATS to Paige Cerulli who posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was Paige Cerulli’s comment, “My favorite episode is the “Proper Muscle and Joint Care” episode, found here: http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=633 My Ex-racehorse has arthritis in her hocks, so any tips on making her more comfortable are always welcome. As a certified equine massage therapist, I also appreciate that the video (briefly) addressed the necessity of warming up muscles, and the fact that massage can help with that before hard work.”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About the DVDs: In this DVD, von Dietze explores how the back is at the heart of every movement of the rider on horseback, and yet it is too often a weak point for a living being who spends most of his or her time sitting down. She provides more than 50 practical exercises, both in the arena and on the longe line, for “back-friendly” training. The DVD also offers many practical tips to improve “feel” while moving your own back in a better way. You¹ll discover how to work around your body’s weaknesses and use positive training to prevent straining, invaluable knowledge for every rider and trainer. Susanne von Dietze is a physiotherapist, riding instructor, and upper level dressage rider. Her background in physiotherapy enables her to understand the complex physical relationship essential between horse and rider. Buy Yours Online – $60 DVDs, $20 Book.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 9th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the FITS Fleece Bump Shirt. Cozy & comfy!

Congratulations Paige Cerulli!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to Clara who posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was Clara’s comment, “My favourite HorseGirlTV episode was “Learn About Competitive Reining” with John Irish (http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=365) , because it’s a discipline I find exciting but, as a strictly dressage girl, knew nothing about! It was neat to see that it is relatively complex, and hear John talk about the wear on the horses. It ended up sparking enough of my interest that I took a few reining lessons at a local quarter horse barn, which were an absolute blast! It didn’t sway me away from dressage, but it was fun to try something new. ”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About Jumpline Designs Centerline Ring: Set of three individual bands enable you to learn the dressage court letters while you work, ride, or play. Made of brushed stainless steel with polished accents, these rings add a simple elegance to any outfit. Buy Yours Online – $49.99.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 8th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the Rider & Horse Back to Back DVD Set. Educational!

Congratulations Clara!!!!

The Majesty of the Horse

A huge CONGRATS to Caroline Lynch who posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was Caroline Lynch’s comment, “My Favorite HorseGirlTV episode was ‘Modern Day Cowboy’. I enjoyed this episode because I am hoping to one day own a ranch out west. Next year I’ll be applying to college and I already have a few picked out, all out west of course! http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=373”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About The Majesty of the Horse: Award-winning horse photographer Astrid Harrisson and equestrian expert Tamsin Pickeral spent a year combing the world in search of the best examples of more than eighty diverse horse breeds. This book is the result of their ambitious project: a fascinating read accompanied by sensitive and striking photography. Discover the vital role that the magnificent horse has played throughout history, from plow horse to racehorse. Trace the development of the most striking and significant breeds, and learn intriguing tales about breeds that are now almost forgotten. Sumptuously illustrated throughout, this unique book was written and produced for everyone who loves horses. Buy Yours Online – $35.00.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 6th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the The Majesty of the Horse book. Artsy!

Congratulations Victoria!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to Victoria G. Wilson who posted a comment via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was Victoria G. Wilson’s comment, “My favorite HorseGirlTV episode of ALL TIME is the “Meet Georgina Bloomberg, International Show Jumper.” (http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=1024) The reason this is my favorite episode is because Georgina has always balanced both a tough show schedule as well as succeeding in college, showing that with hard work both can be accomplished! I am a current college student and aspire to one day compete in Grand Prix show jumping. With hard work and perseverance, as shown by Georgina, I am sure that I will have a fighting chance to succeed!”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About Jumpline Designs Pole Rings: Jumpline Designs Pole Rings are stackable enamel rings that are clean lined and classic. They will transition from barn to show to dinner party with ease! Pole Rings are stackable, allowing you to combine colors for that perfect accessory or to represent the barn that you ride for. The pole collection is crafted of brilliantly polished stainless steel with enamel inlay. Gift ring is in red and white. Buy Yours Online – $29.95.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 6th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the The Majesty of the Horse book. Artsy!

Congratulations Victoria!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to SHougham AND Cheryl Figures who both posted comment entries via the HorseGirlTV Blog page!

This was SHougham’s comment, “My favorite HorseGirlTV episode was ‘Basic grooming- Tips everyone should know’ http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=538 because it gave some really useful tips to help with grooming and as I own a grey and white paint gelding I need all the help keeping him clean that I can get!” AND this was Cheryl Figures’ comment, “Picking just one HorseGirlTV episode to be a fav is like choosing a favorite child. Turning Challenging horses in to willing partners http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=3181 was very helpful since that is where I am with my rescue mare who is very challenging; I’m buying her book for my trainer. Then since Musical freestyle is my passion I’d have say Riding to Music with Equichord http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=921 is another top pick. But I truly Love all your diverse, educating and enjoyable episodes. They help satisfy my desire to be at the barn when I can’t and keeps me sane throughout a boring day at the office. Thank you.”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

About Hoof Wraps Soaker: If your horse likes to fidget with buckets and soaking treatments you could be tied up for a while. Not anymore. Apply the hoof soaker, fill it with your soak of choice and get back to your chores. Hoof Wraps soakers are made with a thick shell of ballistic nylon and a coated nylon liner. Each Soaker comes with two EVA foam pads and an extra strap. Tough construction. Fits hoof sizes up to 6” diameter. Easy to use – 3 fastening points offer flexibility. Lightweight and collapsible. Use for hoof soaking or icing.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 5th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the Jumpline Design Pole Ring. Scopey!

Congratulations SHougham AND Cheryl Figures!!!

A huge CONGRATS to Micheala Rachelle who posted a comment entry via the HorseGirlTV Facebook page!

This was Micheala’s comment, “I cannot say that I have a favorite episode. I have been watching HorseGirlTV since the first episode. One of the most memorable episodes would have to be the F.I.T.S episode. I love the breeches. I do not own a pair, but I love the concept. As a rider, I hate having the seam of the pants between my legs. I love the idea of the individual butt panels, the ab net, and the stretchy fabric. Thank you so much for the informational episodes!! They have been a great help!! http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=377”

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While crowds flock to show jumping events around the world, marveling at the magnificence of the champion horses that compete at the Grand Prix level, few are aware of the passionate and intense relationship between rider and horse required to make it to the jump-off. Unbridled Passion – Show Jumpings Greatest Horses and Riders (Acanthus Publishing 2011), provides an intimate look inside the Olympic sport of show jumping and the superstar pairings that define excellence at the elite level. Each chapter is an up close and personal conversation between author, Jeff Papows, and one of the best contemporary riders in North America. Buy Yours Online – $29.99.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 4th Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the Hoof Wraps Soaker. Super duper!

Congratulations Micheala Rachelle!!!!

A huge CONGRATS to Karen who was our very first entry in the contest!

This was Karen’s comment, “My all time favorite episode is the Modern Day Cowboy at http://www.horsegirltv.com/?p=373. I love the stand off scene with Angelea and Rich and wish you all would do more funny stuff like this in the middle of the episodes. Also, please bring back the HorseGirl Mail questions too! Thanks for having this great contest! Happy trails, Karen.”

Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

Want your own, oh so hot, HorseGirlTV® Travel Mug? You can buy one online… Love style? Then drink this up, because our eye -catching ceramic tumbler is a work of art. Plus it’s also a workhorse — thanks to a solid design with steel inner-sleeve that’s ideal for hot or cold beverages. Holding a full 15 oz. and fitting into most vehicle’s cup holders (includes snap-tight lid), it’s also a great choice for travel. Ceramic outer shell, with stainless steel inner sleeve. Gasket-sealed lid, with snap tight closure. Buy Yours Online – $19.99.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 3rd Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the book Unbridled Passion by Jeff Papows!! Yah!

Congratulations Karen!!!!

a huge CONGRATS to Cristina Brendicke in Washington state on being draw from her Twitter entry! Please contact us via http://contact.horsegirltv.com with your ship addy!

Want your own rocking HorseGirlTV® Mouse Pad? You can buy one online… Keep your mouse rolling in style on our durable cloth top HorseGirlTV® mousepad. A great gift for geeks, gamers, or anyone with a computer. Rubber backing prevents the mousepad from sliding. Machine washable. All the kewl kids have one! Buy Yours Online – $12.99.

See you tomorrow for the announcement for 2nd Day of HorseGirlTV® to find out who will win the HorseGirlTV® Travel Mug! Yah!

Congratulations Cristina Brendicke!!!!

Be aware, that is an extremely light Pinot! I suggest letting it breath for at least 15 minutes and note it pours very thin but don’t let that steer you away as its uncomplication seems to be its strength.

I’d pair this with something tangy like Indian food, BBQ or anything with a little zest to spice it up. It’s easy to drink without a meal yet I prefer going solo on wines with a little more body than this offers.

Firesteed chose to start with varietals, not because they had vineyards full of ripe grapes, but because they believed they would rapidly gain a following with the wine-buying public. These are wonderful food wines, with bright fruit flavors and low tannins.

My recommendation… ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Technical Data
Appellation: Oregon State
Alcohol: 12.7%
PH: 3.73

Winemaker notes:
“Garnet in color with aromas of raspberries, cedar, leather and exotic spices, the wine’s berry and cherry flavors are framed by soft tannins and continue throughout its on the lingering finish. Grapes for this wine, as in previous years, were sourced from throughout the Willamette, Umpqua, Rogue and Walla Walla Valleys, creating a truly Oregon blend.”

Recommended pairings:
Texas-style spicy BBQ, Filet mignon w/ garlic roasted lemon potatoes, spicy curries.

Request it from your favorite local wine shop or you can find 2009 Firesteed Pinot Noir 750 ml online for $14.99 plus shipping. Tell them you found Firesteed from Angelea at HorseGirlTV®!

If you’ve tried it, please feel free to share your thoughts with a comment below!