ps... head for the hills pictonguy, just in case you see a dumpy looking dragn sitting on your doorstep next month.
But don't worry, she's just passing thru!
But don't worry, she's just passing thru!
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The drive between Dallas and Houston on I-45 is horrible. Boring, and a car killer.
The drive between Dallas and Austin/San Antonio on I-35 is even worse. The "NAFTA Highway." But, there are multiple alternatives on really good, well maintained two-lane country roads that are scenic and fun to drive between those cities. Plus, some really excellent Central Texas BBQ joints along the road.
I'm a car guy, so I love a good drive. I-45 between Dallas and Houston is NOT a good drive. I can't remember how many times I've done that drive and said, "Well, that ain't gonna' buff out."
CD
Marlingardener
Sous Chef
Oh Casey, I agree! Driving anywhere on I-35 is ghastly. I am not a drive lover, but is it too much to expect a little courtesy from other drivers? Being tailgated, cut off, and drivers who think I-35 is a race track. Yuck!
A friend of mine, whom I knew to be a very slow and cautious driver, complained about those exact same things Marlingardener.
I'm afraid I had to tell her that if you're going to do 50 in the fast lane of the highway's posted speed of 100,
you just might expect that.
I'm afraid I had to tell her that if you're going to do 50 in the fast lane of the highway's posted speed of 100,
you just might expect that.
I have routes on both the East and West sides of I-35 that are great. Very little traffic. You will have segments that are 70 MPH speed limits, interrupted by small towns where you have to slow down, and might have one stop light, but that's no big deal.
I used to lead a Bluebonnets and BBQ Tour every Spring when I worked for a car magazine. Great driving roads, and scenery.
CD
That sounds interesting. Please tell us more about Bluebonnets and BBQ Tour.
Bluebonnets are the State flower of Texas, and they bloom around the first week of April most years. The Hill Country in Central Texas is the best place to see them. That is also where a lot of the best Texas BBQ is found. I used to lead a group of car club people around for three days on great driving roads for Texas Driver magazine, where we would see a lot of bluebonnets, eat good Q, and drink local beers (beers at the end of the day, of course).
CD
I didn't realize that bluebonnets were a lupin. Neato.
He's teasing you taxy. In reality he brought them up from Texas to the Bluebonnet race track and led them round and around 'n round again.
For all you others here, Bluebonnet's was a horse race track in the city of Montreal. Closed in 2009 after being in operation for 137 years. So mention "Bluebonnets" to a Quebecer and that's what they automatically think of.
For all you others here, Bluebonnet's was a horse race track in the city of Montreal. Closed in 2009 after being in operation for 137 years. So mention "Bluebonnets" to a Quebecer and that's what they automatically think of.
Truth be told, I rode a horse one time, and decided that was enough. I'll take four wheels over four hoofs any day.
CD
WHA???? Sacrilege! Tabernuchi! Colin di bin bin! (all my version of swearing in French)Truth be told, I rode a horse one time, and decided that was enough. I'll take four wheels over four hoofs any day.
CD
Andy M.
Certified Pretend Chef
My feelings exactly. On one of our trips to Aruba we thought it would be a cool idea to take a horseback ride on the beach. We agreed it was a lot more romantic to watch others do it on TV.Truth be told, I rode a horse one time, and decided that was enough. I'll take four wheels over four hoofs any day.
CD
Alas, poor maidens. Your knights in shining armour, riding their steeds of valour (yep, the horses are the heros, as obviously not the knights anymore), ye must search elsewhere for succore.
Or what the heck - slay the damn villians yourself! Your horse will always have your back!
Or what the heck - slay the damn villians yourself! Your horse will always have your back!
The wife of one of my best friends taught me how to ride a horse. Then, we went out on a ride. Just fine, until the horse decided it didn't like how I was "driving." Like a Tesla self driving car, it took over all control, and I was just along for a ride. And, the horse was going maybe 5 MPH (8 KPH). That was the last time I rode a horse.
On the other had, I have driven cars at 150-plus MPH (240 KPH) many times, in cars that have well over 750 Horsepower, and never felt any anxiety, and even felt a calmness that I can't explain -- just as I imagine horse riders experience on the back of a well over 750 pound horse.
It is probably a similar experience. Some people dream of riding a thoroughbred in the Kentucky Derby, while the top of my bucket list is to drive a car over 200 MPH (322 KPH).
CD
I know exactly what you mean. I had a good instructor, a trusted friend. I met the horse, and stroked its face, gave it treats, and we seemed to be good buddies. Then I got on its back.
Early in the ride my thought was, "Horses and testicles have some competing priorities that my friend's wife was not familiar with." Even that was okay, once I got used to having my boys bounced around more than I would have preferred.
The horse and I got along just fine... until we didn't. After the ride, the horse and I were still friends, but we reached an agreement. I will pet you, and give you treats, but I'll not get on your back anymore. The horse was fine with that deal.
CD
If you had gone to Blue Bonnet race track in Montreal, you wouldn't be riding the horse. You would be driving the buggy that the horse was pulling. It was all harness racing.Truth be told, I rode a horse one time, and decided that was enough. I'll take four wheels over four hoofs any day.
CD
BTW, I like horseback riding, but I haven't been riding since 1970 or 1971. I only enjoyed western saddles. I really did not like the English saddle, but I guess that was because no one ever taught me that. "Oh, you ride horses? Here ride this one with an English saddle." Everything was different. All the instruction I got was a few tips shouted at me while I was on the horse.
I've had many adventures riding suffice it to say that even though I was a mediocre rider - far from being an expert nor a competitor in any way or form - I loved riding, despite a few dumps.
And it's true casey, the only times my horse tried to buck me off (once successfully) was if I was not sitting properly at a cantor. No, I wasn't a galloper at all, not my thing.
Like taxy, my preference was a Western saddle, never fell out of that easy chair! But I had a Dressage saddle (a type of English saddle) that fit my horse's withers. So for that reason I used it a lot - but with Western reigns so long that they reached his knees. The few times I was dumped I still had those reigns in my hands and my horse just standing there beside me, waiting for my eyes to stop rolling around in my head.
My back won't allow riding any more. But just as you enjoy cruising down country roads - so did I enjoy a ride thru country trails.
And it's true casey, the only times my horse tried to buck me off (once successfully) was if I was not sitting properly at a cantor. No, I wasn't a galloper at all, not my thing.
Like taxy, my preference was a Western saddle, never fell out of that easy chair! But I had a Dressage saddle (a type of English saddle) that fit my horse's withers. So for that reason I used it a lot - but with Western reigns so long that they reached his knees. The few times I was dumped I still had those reigns in my hands and my horse just standing there beside me, waiting for my eyes to stop rolling around in my head.
My back won't allow riding any more. But just as you enjoy cruising down country roads - so did I enjoy a ride thru country trails.
Marlingardener
Sous Chef
Riding is wonderful! I rode a horse for the first time when I was about five. My uncle had an elderly quarter horse which would come over the the fence. I'd climb the fence and get on its back, grab a handful of mane, and the horse would walk around the paddock. When my uncle found out what I was doing, he forbade it. Well, that didn't work!
Horses are a lot smarter than you'd think. They know when they can intimidate you, and when they are not in charge. As with children, just be firm but gentle. I do not recommend spanking either children or horses.
Horses are a lot smarter than you'd think. They know when they can intimidate you, and when they are not in charge. As with children, just be firm but gentle. I do not recommend spanking either children or horses.
I'm reminded of the last time I went riding. I was back visiting my parents in the San Fernando Valley, CA for Yule. There was a horse ranch not too far away. I went and rented a horse for an hour. I headed out of the paddock at a nice walk. The horse was definitely in charge and knew it. He walked me under branches on trees that I had to duck. He walked me up against the fence, so my leg was getting squished. At some point I got ticked off and decided that I wasn't going to let that horse do that to me. I didn't do anything other than maybe sit up straighter. That horse knew the instant I changed my thinking and then we had a great ride for the rest of the hour.
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