Hey all -
For me, writing is sort of like salt and vinegar potato chips (minus all the calories and greasy hands). The first time I eat those things, my mouth kind of twists up and I wonder how anyone could find enjoyment from them. Pretty soon, the whole bag is gone and I am on my way to King Soopers, with a craving for more. I have been writing and typing about all sorts of things - personal stories, research papers, screenplays, and magazine articles. I started all of this three weeks ago thinking OH MY GOSH this is really going to be terrible! How am I supposed to do this for a profession??
And here I am, free time, with a hot buttered rum (Yum!), writing for... FUN.
So, as many of you know, it has really been a month of change. If any of you lucky so-and-sos in California have watched the news at all, you have seen the COLD weather that we have had out here. Well, cold, then hot, then cold. It's the craziest climate I have ever lived in, but somehow, I have almost grown fond of it.
But for the real news, first and foremost, a huge congratulations to my girl Anna for her recent engagement. I have never been a bridesmaid and I am a very lucky girl to have been asked! Hahaha and oh yeah, Pat's a lucky guy too :)
And, flipping a one-eighty on you, my heart is heavy this evening as my family lost a dear friend who was the best hound dog we could have ever found. Nytro had his final day today - my mom and dad decided that after his lifetime of unconditional love, it was time for us to do something out of love for him, and he was put to sleep. He has been a part of the Osgood house from the time I was eight... Nyt has been through ... 11 dogs in that house (including rentors). 3 different places of living... 4 kids that he helped grow up... horses, bikes, camping trips, and of course, lots of gophers and biscuits. He was never the dog that would chase the ball and bring it back, but he would try because he knew we wanted him to. He wore his little chili pepper hat with no concern as he went out on countless rides with me and my friends... and he was the happiest animal on Earth just to be in the house with the family he loved. He will be missed, but it is hard to be sad when he made such a life out of the 15 years he spent with us.
So, after that, I believe I will call it a night and check in again soon. I can't tell you what will happen tomorrow - I may be caught out in a blizzard or laying out, working on my tan. But I haven't reached the bottom of the bag yet and I am craving some more writing... so check in again soon.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Fresh Snow, Fresh Start
Hi all!!
Yes, I am back. It was so cool that I had people ask me why I wasn't blogging anymore, where the heck I was, that they missed reading these silly things, etc. It is a heavy, wet, mushy snowy day and I am waiting for 2:30 so I can go pick up my sister Ali from the airport (Yay!) and instead of being productive and getting a head start on my weekend homework... I thought I would type a little something up instead.
So, the overall picture. Things are quiet, beautiful and easy out here in Colorado. Most of the time it is just Pat, Larry and I (although Jordan their daughter lives on the ranch also). I have a couple of outside horses to ride for income, and I don't have to work at the restaurant, which is a nice change. It is my last semester of college - a bittersweet time but I feel confident that I will find the right path from here. I haven't decided yet if I am going to stay in Colorado, go to California, or what is going to happen, but it is nice to know I have options. I am still with Luke, which can have its complications (I am really beginning to feel the long-distance sting), and right now I have his French Bulldog puppy Bull. Ike likes the company, and sometimes it is good to remember how NICE it is to have a full-grown, trained dog instead of a full-time-job puppy. But he is so cute that we don't mind having him around.
I sold my horses over the summer in California, and yes, I know, what is Kelli without her horse? So, I bought a 3 year old blue roan gelding "Troy" and he has been a really fun project. As much as I like to ride other people's horse for income, there is nothing quite like riding your own and bringing him along. Plus, I look at it as an investment that I learn from, I teach, and hopefully profit from!
So, small picture. Yes, I desperately need my sister's company and I am so excited that she is en route as I type. Today however, has been a total bust. I woke up, stumbled out of my warm bed only to know I was going to be out in the snow in 10 minutes, feeding horses. I shoved my left leg into my dirty jeans and SLLLIIIICCCEEEE ow! My knife came open in my pocket and scratched me about 10 inches down my inside knee and calf. So, I sucked it up, froze while I fed, came back inside and got ready (as much as one can) to go to the sale barn. One of our neighbors found an escaped heifer with Larry's brand on it, and since we sold all the other cattle, she needed to go to the auction. I go out in the wind (which is spitting fat wet stinging flakes at me), jump in the pickup, crank the key. NOTHING. Battery totally dead. I get the other truck, charge it, jump it, finally get it going, go to load the heifer, and I can't keep any of the gates open because of the wind. And anytime I get them open and the heifer goes where she needs to, she turns around and tries to mow me over. And me, in my big coat and wet snowboots, can't get out of the way very fast. So, I am mad, the cow is mad, I walk to Pat's house and we work together and finally get her loaded. I am about 3 miles down the road and realize I forget my phone... so I go and get my phone.... just one of those days!!!
Well, I will try and be back soon. Thanks for reading!
Yes, I am back. It was so cool that I had people ask me why I wasn't blogging anymore, where the heck I was, that they missed reading these silly things, etc. It is a heavy, wet, mushy snowy day and I am waiting for 2:30 so I can go pick up my sister Ali from the airport (Yay!) and instead of being productive and getting a head start on my weekend homework... I thought I would type a little something up instead.
So, the overall picture. Things are quiet, beautiful and easy out here in Colorado. Most of the time it is just Pat, Larry and I (although Jordan their daughter lives on the ranch also). I have a couple of outside horses to ride for income, and I don't have to work at the restaurant, which is a nice change. It is my last semester of college - a bittersweet time but I feel confident that I will find the right path from here. I haven't decided yet if I am going to stay in Colorado, go to California, or what is going to happen, but it is nice to know I have options. I am still with Luke, which can have its complications (I am really beginning to feel the long-distance sting), and right now I have his French Bulldog puppy Bull. Ike likes the company, and sometimes it is good to remember how NICE it is to have a full-grown, trained dog instead of a full-time-job puppy. But he is so cute that we don't mind having him around.
I sold my horses over the summer in California, and yes, I know, what is Kelli without her horse? So, I bought a 3 year old blue roan gelding "Troy" and he has been a really fun project. As much as I like to ride other people's horse for income, there is nothing quite like riding your own and bringing him along. Plus, I look at it as an investment that I learn from, I teach, and hopefully profit from!
So, small picture. Yes, I desperately need my sister's company and I am so excited that she is en route as I type. Today however, has been a total bust. I woke up, stumbled out of my warm bed only to know I was going to be out in the snow in 10 minutes, feeding horses. I shoved my left leg into my dirty jeans and SLLLIIIICCCEEEE ow! My knife came open in my pocket and scratched me about 10 inches down my inside knee and calf. So, I sucked it up, froze while I fed, came back inside and got ready (as much as one can) to go to the sale barn. One of our neighbors found an escaped heifer with Larry's brand on it, and since we sold all the other cattle, she needed to go to the auction. I go out in the wind (which is spitting fat wet stinging flakes at me), jump in the pickup, crank the key. NOTHING. Battery totally dead. I get the other truck, charge it, jump it, finally get it going, go to load the heifer, and I can't keep any of the gates open because of the wind. And anytime I get them open and the heifer goes where she needs to, she turns around and tries to mow me over. And me, in my big coat and wet snowboots, can't get out of the way very fast. So, I am mad, the cow is mad, I walk to Pat's house and we work together and finally get her loaded. I am about 3 miles down the road and realize I forget my phone... so I go and get my phone.... just one of those days!!!
Well, I will try and be back soon. Thanks for reading!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Burn Out
Hello again,
I am a D- blogger. I would say F, but I have put a little effort into this, so I can't be a full on failure. I have plenty of things to say, but have been feeling less than inspired to share them. So, maybe a little encouragement or something would help me get rolling!
Well, things are pretty much the same. The weather in this state is madness. We went from 70 degrees 3 days ago to snow to wind to sun and this weekend back in the 50s. I have this crazy urge to go shopping but have been really good about not doing it. I am really looking forward to my spring break and I hope that I have a good time. I guess I am headed to the 6666s for a couple of days to spend time with Luke, which is a far cry from Cancun but if I try REAAALLLY hard maybe I can eat a pineapple or something and trick myself!
So, my summer job is a go and I am really glad because I get to bring a horse with me. What's Kelli without her horse, right? And for those of you wondering, my pony is getting broke and feeling good to ride... but also getting fatter and fatter. Which really defies logic being that she is getting more exercise than ever. And strange how she is just getting fatter in her belly area. And her nipples are swollen. Whatever could that mean?
In all honesty, I am getting really anxious to start my summer. I have been relatively blue the last couple of days and I couldn't figure out why. I asked my mom about it and she told me that I was just anticipating all of the exciting things coming up and I don't really appreciate the in-between all that much. She's a genius. I have spent the last 3 weeks or so alone 85% of the time, and my own thoughts are hardly company enough. I contemplated calling my cousin in Boulder for dinner one night. I work at the restaurant and see a lot of people there, but (I don't know about all the rest of you) for me, sometimes work isn't 100% fun. Roping every weekend has been really great for me too, but every once in a while, it would be nice to have a girl to go check out the spring shoes at Nordstroms. Not much longer I guess!
Well, since I am sitting in class, I guess I had better say adios for now. I want to say thanks from all of those who offer their guidance, support and love for me on my quest to Destination Unknown. Every week I get closer to graduating, but I hope that doesn't mean that I have to grow up any time soon!
I am a D- blogger. I would say F, but I have put a little effort into this, so I can't be a full on failure. I have plenty of things to say, but have been feeling less than inspired to share them. So, maybe a little encouragement or something would help me get rolling!
Well, things are pretty much the same. The weather in this state is madness. We went from 70 degrees 3 days ago to snow to wind to sun and this weekend back in the 50s. I have this crazy urge to go shopping but have been really good about not doing it. I am really looking forward to my spring break and I hope that I have a good time. I guess I am headed to the 6666s for a couple of days to spend time with Luke, which is a far cry from Cancun but if I try REAAALLLY hard maybe I can eat a pineapple or something and trick myself!
So, my summer job is a go and I am really glad because I get to bring a horse with me. What's Kelli without her horse, right? And for those of you wondering, my pony is getting broke and feeling good to ride... but also getting fatter and fatter. Which really defies logic being that she is getting more exercise than ever. And strange how she is just getting fatter in her belly area. And her nipples are swollen. Whatever could that mean?
In all honesty, I am getting really anxious to start my summer. I have been relatively blue the last couple of days and I couldn't figure out why. I asked my mom about it and she told me that I was just anticipating all of the exciting things coming up and I don't really appreciate the in-between all that much. She's a genius. I have spent the last 3 weeks or so alone 85% of the time, and my own thoughts are hardly company enough. I contemplated calling my cousin in Boulder for dinner one night. I work at the restaurant and see a lot of people there, but (I don't know about all the rest of you) for me, sometimes work isn't 100% fun. Roping every weekend has been really great for me too, but every once in a while, it would be nice to have a girl to go check out the spring shoes at Nordstroms. Not much longer I guess!
Well, since I am sitting in class, I guess I had better say adios for now. I want to say thanks from all of those who offer their guidance, support and love for me on my quest to Destination Unknown. Every week I get closer to graduating, but I hope that doesn't mean that I have to grow up any time soon!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Here We Go Again!
Hi All -
So I am sure that none of you have any fingernails left, as you have anxiously been sitting in front of your computer screens, gnawing at your nails in anticipation of my next blog. Never fear, cuticles! It has arrived!!
Ha ha so not much new in my world. I contacted the gal who previously owned my pony, and she informed me that there should be no way that Cricket is "with child (foal?)" However, in the slim chance that she is, she is bred to a Connemarra Pony stallion that is rather nice, and I should feel privileged to be the proud mother of one of his colts. Whatever. I think that she is pregnant, and good or bad, we will see come April or May I suppose!
On another note, the Colorado weather has been ridiculously nice and I am wearing a short sleeved shirt in February... weird! I have been putting in a lot of time in the saddle, as well as the running shoes, and even Ike looks like he is in better shape. School is keeping me busy when I don't want to do anything, so I guess that is good. I am so excited for my friend Mallory - she applied to grad school at CSU Fresno and got in - she is going to become a physical therapist and it seems that her dream is coming true! Yay! It is really inspiring.... hmmm... but not enough to make me stop procrastinating my homework and write a blog instead...
Been looking for a horse trailer and have met some rather interesting characters in the process. I think that my best bet is going to be to just go through a dealership, as craigslist can be entertaining, but sometimes frustrating. Why can't everyone be normal? When I respond to some of these listings, it's like I am surprised to actually reach an intelligent human being on the other end of the post. I know you all understand what I am talking about! As if farmers, ranchers, and horseman weren't crazy enough... you get the ones that actually know how to use craigslist and you have yourself a mess. Well, not always. I have learned a lot about what I DONT want and am now just trying to find something that matches what I DO want.
Still planning on coming home in May. Not sure of dates yet, but thank you for all of the employment suggestions. It is such an exciting time in my life - life is good and I can't help but count my blessings for all of the amazing people and situations I come across. Having a good time at Dewey's working... March madness is almost upon us so I hope that everyone is getting their brackets together. Headed to Texas for spring break... to drive back to Monterey... to fly back to Denver. Good thing I like the guy, huh? Thanks for humoring me and reading - and for all you rain hogs in California - SEND IT THIS WAY!!!
So I am sure that none of you have any fingernails left, as you have anxiously been sitting in front of your computer screens, gnawing at your nails in anticipation of my next blog. Never fear, cuticles! It has arrived!!
Ha ha so not much new in my world. I contacted the gal who previously owned my pony, and she informed me that there should be no way that Cricket is "with child (foal?)" However, in the slim chance that she is, she is bred to a Connemarra Pony stallion that is rather nice, and I should feel privileged to be the proud mother of one of his colts. Whatever. I think that she is pregnant, and good or bad, we will see come April or May I suppose!
On another note, the Colorado weather has been ridiculously nice and I am wearing a short sleeved shirt in February... weird! I have been putting in a lot of time in the saddle, as well as the running shoes, and even Ike looks like he is in better shape. School is keeping me busy when I don't want to do anything, so I guess that is good. I am so excited for my friend Mallory - she applied to grad school at CSU Fresno and got in - she is going to become a physical therapist and it seems that her dream is coming true! Yay! It is really inspiring.... hmmm... but not enough to make me stop procrastinating my homework and write a blog instead...
Been looking for a horse trailer and have met some rather interesting characters in the process. I think that my best bet is going to be to just go through a dealership, as craigslist can be entertaining, but sometimes frustrating. Why can't everyone be normal? When I respond to some of these listings, it's like I am surprised to actually reach an intelligent human being on the other end of the post. I know you all understand what I am talking about! As if farmers, ranchers, and horseman weren't crazy enough... you get the ones that actually know how to use craigslist and you have yourself a mess. Well, not always. I have learned a lot about what I DONT want and am now just trying to find something that matches what I DO want.
Still planning on coming home in May. Not sure of dates yet, but thank you for all of the employment suggestions. It is such an exciting time in my life - life is good and I can't help but count my blessings for all of the amazing people and situations I come across. Having a good time at Dewey's working... March madness is almost upon us so I hope that everyone is getting their brackets together. Headed to Texas for spring break... to drive back to Monterey... to fly back to Denver. Good thing I like the guy, huh? Thanks for humoring me and reading - and for all you rain hogs in California - SEND IT THIS WAY!!!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Happy Ebay!
Hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day... I know I did! But now, back to the reality of school, work, and everyday non-holiday days (although today IS my half birthday...) 23 and 1/2.... eeee
A little update. Not this past weekend, but the one before, I spent hours upon hours loping horses in Castle Rock for a friend of mine who shows cutting horses while I dreamed of being up in Aspen CO at the Ritz Carlton snowboarding. I made a prior commitment to the cutter, although I had an offer to go up to the mountains instead. Oh well! Luke came last Friday and left on Tuesday, and we had a really good time. Of course, the day he flew in was the day it began snowing. But with the running around I do all week it was sort of nice to take a mini mental vacation. Yesterday he flew out at 5 p.m. and now I get to miss him for awhile :(.
So, as many of you are, I am trying to figure out ways to make a little extra money and I cleaned out my closet today to sell some clothes at Plato's closet. I brought maybe 20 articles... they bought ONE shirt from me for $4.20. And it was the one shirt I wasn't sure if I wanted to get rid of or not. THEN they asked me if I wanted to "donate" the stuff that they didn't buy, to which I replied "no thanks." Does this seem crazy to anyone else? I would much rather bring it to ARC or Goodwill, recieve a tax write-off and donate my clothes to a good cause rather than let them have my clothes and re-sell them to other fashionistas. Crazy.
OR better yet, today I listed my first real item on Ebay. Fun, fun. I have sold books and stuff on half.com, but this is my first ebay sale and I am listing a snaffle bit that I never use. It is a horse thing. So we will see how it goes! Kind of a bad time to get gung ho on selling, as no one is buying, but hey, better late than never!
My pony is well, although I am starting to fear she is pregnant. She has lost weight everywhere except her belly, which is rather swollen. She has that motherly look in her eye. By April I ought to know whether it is hay or a new foal. Anyone need a baby pony?
Also, I am thinking about how I am going to spend the summer and I keep going back to California (in my mind). I would really like to get a part time job somewhere and also ride some horses for some people. Does anyone have any suggestions for me?
I still feel a little strange creating a blog but I guess that I need to tell myself it is NOT conceited to think that everyone would want to read about MY thoughts and happenings. Is it? Really, it is just a way for me to procrastinate my studying and essay writing further as I don't have a facebook or myspace subscription and can't go shopping for awhile. But the time has come. Back to the books.... more soon!
A little update. Not this past weekend, but the one before, I spent hours upon hours loping horses in Castle Rock for a friend of mine who shows cutting horses while I dreamed of being up in Aspen CO at the Ritz Carlton snowboarding. I made a prior commitment to the cutter, although I had an offer to go up to the mountains instead. Oh well! Luke came last Friday and left on Tuesday, and we had a really good time. Of course, the day he flew in was the day it began snowing. But with the running around I do all week it was sort of nice to take a mini mental vacation. Yesterday he flew out at 5 p.m. and now I get to miss him for awhile :(.
So, as many of you are, I am trying to figure out ways to make a little extra money and I cleaned out my closet today to sell some clothes at Plato's closet. I brought maybe 20 articles... they bought ONE shirt from me for $4.20. And it was the one shirt I wasn't sure if I wanted to get rid of or not. THEN they asked me if I wanted to "donate" the stuff that they didn't buy, to which I replied "no thanks." Does this seem crazy to anyone else? I would much rather bring it to ARC or Goodwill, recieve a tax write-off and donate my clothes to a good cause rather than let them have my clothes and re-sell them to other fashionistas. Crazy.
OR better yet, today I listed my first real item on Ebay. Fun, fun. I have sold books and stuff on half.com, but this is my first ebay sale and I am listing a snaffle bit that I never use. It is a horse thing. So we will see how it goes! Kind of a bad time to get gung ho on selling, as no one is buying, but hey, better late than never!
My pony is well, although I am starting to fear she is pregnant. She has lost weight everywhere except her belly, which is rather swollen. She has that motherly look in her eye. By April I ought to know whether it is hay or a new foal. Anyone need a baby pony?
Also, I am thinking about how I am going to spend the summer and I keep going back to California (in my mind). I would really like to get a part time job somewhere and also ride some horses for some people. Does anyone have any suggestions for me?
I still feel a little strange creating a blog but I guess that I need to tell myself it is NOT conceited to think that everyone would want to read about MY thoughts and happenings. Is it? Really, it is just a way for me to procrastinate my studying and essay writing further as I don't have a facebook or myspace subscription and can't go shopping for awhile. But the time has come. Back to the books.... more soon!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Day Number One
So, I hope that all who are reading know a little bit/lot a bit about me because I just finished typing a lonnngggg posting about my favorite philospoher, Immanual Kant, and my wrists/fingers/brain is a little sore. This is just a hello and welcome to this thing that the rest of the world calls a blog. A friend of mine suggested I start one, as I am constantly trying to keep up with emails, calls, and updates from the West Coast world and beyond. All I can really offer this world are my insights, perspectives on my everyday encounters, and hopes that someone might laugh once in a while or at least learn from my mistakes!
So, a little update for those who don't know. I am still out on the Wildcat, happy as all the horses who have gotten really fat this winter. I am only taking 15 units at UNC this semester, but I have to commute 4 days a week (the mileage is ghastly). However, I am pretty much attending for free after my scholarships and residency went through, and I feel that the tradeoff is immeasurable. So, for work, I still am a waitress at Dewey's Bar and Grill (best prime rib on the planet), which can be a struggle, but I also ride some outside horses here at the ranch, work for Justin Phinney, a cutter, a couple days a week (started some colts for him too), and then I occassionally head up to my friend Russell's, where I ride his horses and work with my pony, Cricket. My two horses, Betty and Steve, I have decided, are not going to be as broke as I want them anytime soon, but they are there when I need them! The best part is that I get to rope a lot, ride a lot, and spend plenty of quality time with... Ike! (my jack russell terrier). I am in a relationship, crazy about this guy named Luke, but occassionally deal with my own drama from people in the past.... maybe another day. I am a Christian who is trying to follow the right path, and sometimes it is a real struggle! I like it here, but miss California and always look forward to going back.
Today, I thought I had cheated the wind. Of course, anyone who has been out to visit me knows that the wind always blows here, even when it isn't, and that I (along with Pat, Larry, and Jordan) have been battling tumbleweeds the entire winter. After the long week I have had, and the long weekend I am going to have (headed to Castle Rock for two days to lope lope lope circles on cutting horses... the joy!) I thought it would be nice to give myself a restful Friday, full of laundry, dusting, and a good run. I was hoping to even ride my own horses. However, as I sat in the house, reflecting on the universal maxim that Kant tries to get us all to follow, I started to hear a dull roar that can only be translated in Weldona CO as wind (or, as Pat lovingly refers to it... W). So, that is the news for now. I can't gurantee that I will write every day, but I will try to check in and I hope that you all enjoy the journey along with me! Oh dear, I am a blogger!!!!!
So, a little update for those who don't know. I am still out on the Wildcat, happy as all the horses who have gotten really fat this winter. I am only taking 15 units at UNC this semester, but I have to commute 4 days a week (the mileage is ghastly). However, I am pretty much attending for free after my scholarships and residency went through, and I feel that the tradeoff is immeasurable. So, for work, I still am a waitress at Dewey's Bar and Grill (best prime rib on the planet), which can be a struggle, but I also ride some outside horses here at the ranch, work for Justin Phinney, a cutter, a couple days a week (started some colts for him too), and then I occassionally head up to my friend Russell's, where I ride his horses and work with my pony, Cricket. My two horses, Betty and Steve, I have decided, are not going to be as broke as I want them anytime soon, but they are there when I need them! The best part is that I get to rope a lot, ride a lot, and spend plenty of quality time with... Ike! (my jack russell terrier). I am in a relationship, crazy about this guy named Luke, but occassionally deal with my own drama from people in the past.... maybe another day. I am a Christian who is trying to follow the right path, and sometimes it is a real struggle! I like it here, but miss California and always look forward to going back.
Today, I thought I had cheated the wind. Of course, anyone who has been out to visit me knows that the wind always blows here, even when it isn't, and that I (along with Pat, Larry, and Jordan) have been battling tumbleweeds the entire winter. After the long week I have had, and the long weekend I am going to have (headed to Castle Rock for two days to lope lope lope circles on cutting horses... the joy!) I thought it would be nice to give myself a restful Friday, full of laundry, dusting, and a good run. I was hoping to even ride my own horses. However, as I sat in the house, reflecting on the universal maxim that Kant tries to get us all to follow, I started to hear a dull roar that can only be translated in Weldona CO as wind (or, as Pat lovingly refers to it... W). So, that is the news for now. I can't gurantee that I will write every day, but I will try to check in and I hope that you all enjoy the journey along with me! Oh dear, I am a blogger!!!!!
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