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Aletta is On Her Way to Oregon for Marion
Hi Janna and Happy New Year,
Just wanted to let you know that Aletta arrived last night around 8pm safe and sound. She is far more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. She arrived calm and collected, had a chance to look around the arena, roll in the dirt and look at and smell the other horses. She went willingly into her stall and seems to be feeling at home already. I am very much looking forward to working with her and seeing all she can do. Thank you so much for all your help and for such a wonderful new pal.
I absolutely love her and rode her yesterday. She is a wonderful horse and I thank you.
Update...
You are truly wonderful, did you know that??? Thank you so much for all the info. Aletta is doing well, exercising every day and I rode her the other day, she has quite the trot!!! I can see that I need more practice to hold on to her but it was totally fun and she's a wonderful mare. I will keep in touch and again, thank you.
Hi Janna,
I was just thinking of you yesterday, I wanted to send you a pic of Aletta's foal. She had a colt and he is spectacular!!!! We named him Zorro. He is just the best. Here we are when Zorro was first born. Aletta is doing great. I have her working with a dressage trainer and she will hopefully show next year. I am enjoying her very much and love her to pieces, she is the hit of the stables and she and Zorro are the talk of the county. People (strangers) honestly call me to come and see her and now that Zorro is here we have had many visitors. Zorro is doing really well in his foal training and Aletta is excelling in her Dressage training so all is good around here.
Hope all is going well with you and all your horses. I check back from time to time on your website just to see who you have around the stables.
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Merry Christmas to Debbie in Texas:)
From Corina's previous mommy in Holland:
Corina is leaving on Saturday. Everything is taken care of. I have all her papers together. Now I’m really counting the days but I’m ready for it. It is going to be very strange to not have her around. I really want to thank you for letting me hold on to her for such a long time!!!!!!!! You’re really great!!!! You made it possible for me to say goodbye to her and to prepare myself for it. It is still going to be hard, but you really made it a whole lot easier for me. I can’t thank you enough!!!!!!! So……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you……thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! O… did I already thank you for being so patient with me? So, everything is taken care of and soon Debbie [corina's new mommy] will be able to see why I love her so much! She really is the best!!!!!!!!! She is nice and calm and such a pleasure to train with. I’m really going to miss her. I would love to visit her sometime when I’m able to.I wish I could go with her, maybe I can hide myself under her blanket?You really made it easier for me! Thanks so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dyan in Holland, who showed Corina up to M level before she was imported
I might get a different horse since Lynn Tapp [cem quarantine owner] says that she loves Corina and she is going to send me her Friesian in place of Corina! Lynn says that Corina gives hugs and kisses and stands without a problem for all her checks etc. I have been emailing Dyan [Corina's former owner] and she has sent me alot of photos of Corina and her babies. In addition to a wonderful horse I have found a new friend through buying Corina.
Corina arrived here today and is just lovely and sweet as can be. We had champagne to celebrate her arrival. I cannot wait to get to know her. Everyone that has met her through her travel to Houston have said what a wonderful, sweet horse she is. The driver from Equine Express said that she was the sweetest Friesian he has ever seen. I am so please and the wait was worth every moment. In addition I have gained a new friend with Dyan and have invited her over to spend time with Corina and perhaps show her after her foal is born. Thank you again.
She is just wonderful and very special. Thank you also for introducing me to Dyan - it is great to get to know someone [Corina's former owner in Holland] and learn about Corina from her. Corina is doing well - She is a very sweet girl.
Corina and I are doing well. I am planning to attend the Friesian event in October and hopefully I will get to meet you.
Corina has been a wonderful addition to my family and the barn folks love her dearly also.
12 months later........
I have a lovely 4 month old filly (out of Corina) that I will treasure forever. Thank you for bringing Corina into my life, I love her dearly.
Debbie in TX
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MERRY XMAS to Kim, and especially Austen
Janna,
Thank you so much for the time you spent with us. It was very nice meeting you. My son, Austen, was so excited when he saw Hanno on your website with the "Merry Christmas" note you write below his picture tonight. I think it sunk in just then!! He is looking through his 101 Dressage Exercise book to pick out what he can work on when Hanno arrives. Hanno will have a very loving home with Austen. Thank you for your assistance getting Hanno to us. Thank you for helping to make this Christmas extra special and an unforgettable one!
You have been such a pleasure to do business with. I hope we will meet again.
Update...
Hanno is doing great. He and Austen have become fast friends. Hanno truly enjoys playing with him. Austen is having a great time riding him and they are doing well together. We've taken Hanno out on trails and he crossed the creek after a little coaxing. He was steady as they come! Hanno will be in a show in a couple weeks and we are all looking forward to it. I meant to mention to you that we now have 3 of your BSF's at our barn (Hanno, Xanadu and Fiore). It's nice to have them together as they seem to enjoy seeing one another. We can't thank you enough for giving us the opportunity to add Hanno to our family. We love him!!!
Update 2 years later...
We LOVE Hanno! He is such a character. We have 3 Friesians at the barn now and would love to have more. I keep looking at your babies...one day!…we are loving Hanno and having a great time with him.
Kim
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Merry Xmas to Deb in Tenn:)
Thank you so much for your hospitality last week. I am still on a Friesian high! I am SO excited about Cobus and we have a Cobus welcoming party planned with all my horse friends!
You are an amazing woman…I am sure I am not the first to tell you that! I am trying to sell some of my friends on starting a barn here in Tennessee and we are trying to figure out how we can pool resources for a pregnant mare to get us started and of course it can only be a BSF horse! At the very least, maybe we can get enough money together for a trip out for a few nights in the BSF villa…what a PLACE!
Thanks for working with me on the saddle. I would also like to buy one of your weatherproof blankets so plan to send one of those along as well. We plan to start showing Cobus in May in a driving class. Your trainer is awesome, by the way. She was so professional the whole time I was there and she was careful to try and direct me properly.
Update...
He is a sweetie! We are having fun with Cobus…we have done most everything to him at this point and he is such a gentleman. We are all in love with him. He is doing great…he is so sweet. Can’t wait to buy another one!
Update...
We are just back from Cobus' first show ever and Janey and i wanted to e-mail you right away...he was entered in three classes. he took the blue ribbon in antique carriage driving and also a blue in pleasure driving. Unfortunately, I was the only one available to show him in halter and he was reserve Champion in that...i just had surgery on my foot and he only placed second because of my faults, not his! this was a show in Cleveland, Tennessee, full of saddlebreds. he was, of course, the only Friesian, and people were flocking to see him and pet him. he loved every minute of it!!! the best part about this was that he really REALLY seemed to love the show ring. we were not sure how he would be since i don't believe he was ever shown in Holland but there were no problems at all...he was spectacular! The announcer called him a "magnificent treasure for Tennessee" and read a little history piece about Friesians that Janey put together. He was THE main attraction at the show. We thought you would be glad to hear since you were a part of this as well. Hope all is well with you.
7 months later........
I saw you on the FHANA website winning in western...gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous...both you and the horse! We are having a ball with Cobus and I am attaching some pictures from some of his shows. He absolutely LOVES the show ring! Janey and I are totally besotted with him...he has learned to give us kisses (yes, open mouth and with tongue!) for treats...what a character he is. At some point in the future I will have you look for a partner for Cobus, for me. .....maybe I can have you shopping for me soon. This horse has really stolen my heart and I would like nothing than to have a whole barnful! ...I know I will keep seeing you on FHANA! 2 years later...
He is just great. We have scheduled him to go for ster at the keuring this month...we are excited! We are about the only thing going with Friesians in our area, although we competed with Vickie Gillenwater in Morristown with her Friesian Roan last month and we won two blue ribbons! ... we have won all of our other blue ribbons against saddlebreds. I just love him so much.... send me a western tack package. We are getting lots of inquiries about Friesians thanks to Cobus and we take him to all the local breed shows. Update...
Wanted to let you know the good news...Cobus was Grand Champion Gelding and made Ster at the Harriman, Tennessee, keuring on 9/23!!! Jan Hendriks, the judge, pulled out his own camera and took his own pictures of Cobus with his ribbons! He is so special to me and I am so glad I picked him when I came to visit. Would love to come back again sometime and stay in the villa this time as a treat. Deb and Cobus in Tenn |
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An Early Merry Xmas to Danee from Chris!!
Hello Janna,
Well Fiore arrived and well... let me just say , OUTSTANDING. He is beautiful. I lunged him this morning and took him through all his gaits. Flawless and he sure is pretty to watch move.
Thanks so much for your help . Especially with changing from Berend to Fiore. I'm sure Berend would have been a great horse but my wife is in love with Fiore and his size for her is perfect.
Hopefully Berend will be available for me in the future. If not Im sure you will have another horse that will suit my needs.
I already told my wife that it's my turn next and I know where I'm going when I get my horse, Black Sterling Friesians. Again thanks so much and we will send pics and keep you updated on Fiore's progress.
Sincerely ,
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Chuck in Tenn will soon be enjoying this pretty boy
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!
Chuck in Tenn |
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Congrats to Bill and Julie in Idaho
Dear Janna,
We want you to know that "Izzy" (which we will call "Roma" - as a nickname for his registered name Ids) arrived safe and sound last night at the stabling facility where Julie takes lessons and where Izzy will be continuing his education too. The truck pulled in at about 8 p.m., in rather nasty weather. It was very windy with light rain. Also, there was quite a bit of activity in the arena, where we took him in to check him out: two people were riding in the arena, and another person came in to tack up her horse. Even after the stress of a 24-hour trip , Izzy handled all that stimulation very calmly. We think he is going to be a wonderful horse for Julie.
We want to thank you for holding him for us until we could visit your stables again to check him out. We know that many of your clients buy horses right off the web without visiting to meet them, but you held two horses for a total of about 24 days to accommodate our desire to meet them in person first. We appreciate that.
As Barend put it, these horses aren't cars, they are living creatures with unique personalities. Julie bonded immediately with Izzy. We wish you continued success in your Friesian importation business. We'll keep in touch to tell you about our experience with Izzy.
Sincerely,
Bill and Julie in Idaho
Dear Janna,
He entered his first dressage show in Pocatello last Saturday. It was a schooling show at Christy Taylor's facility,and Christy rode Izzy in the Training Level 1 and 2 tests. They did very well - scores in the 70s, I think. I'm attaching some pictures of Christy riding him in the show. Also, after riding Izzy a few times and checking saddle fit, I am satisfied that his saddle (the Sterling saddle) fits very well. That's a very welcome finding: we really love to ride in that saddle, as it is very comfortable and secure for the rider.
Sincerely,
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Congrats to Pam Long of Knoxville, Tenn!!!
Hi Janna,
Friesians must be catching on here in Knoxville,Tn. with my friends. I'm the one who bought Cornilius and Robin bought Thomas. Another one of my friends is interested in Milano. He loves our Friesians and has saddlebreds in the past but like me..he wants something he can enjoy and feel safe on.
Cori is wonderful......I love him! Thanks for a wonderful horse.
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This LONG Haired 2nd Level mare is on Her Way to Arkansas for Marissa:)
Janna,
Tjitske is such a beautiful loving horse. She arrived yesterday and she is getting settled in her new home. I have never seen such a beautiful horse! I was so nervous about her trip but she did well. She has a wonderful disposition and has already won the hearts of my entire family. I cannot wait until I can see how she rides and drives! I'll send you some pictures as soon as we get a pretty sunny day here in Arkansas. Her mane is just unbelievable, and she carries herself so well. Thank you for finding my dream horse!
Warmly,
Marissa in Ark.
Janna,
I was looking at your website today, and thought that I would love to share with you how Tjitske is doing. She is a total princess here, and has been teaching me dressage. She has the sweetest personality and I love her with all of my heart. Here are some late Christmas pictures of her. I am in the market for semen for March, so be prepared to hear from me soon about that also. I was also looking at your website at a few of your other mares today too, because one Friesian is just not enough!
Warmly from Arkansas,
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Tamka Has a New Home
Janna-
Thank you soooooo much for a pleasant buying experience. I love Tamka!! She is definitely in your pocket all the time. We got her home and she immediately bonded with the little Shetland pony we have at the house so they make an odd pair to say the least. I gave her a bath and she did great. She didn't really like the water at first but settled right down. Tamka saw a cat for the first time (at least up close I think)because she looked at him with the funniest face and then proceeded to follow him around the paddock for about 30 Min's. The cat then jumped on the top rail of the fence and she felt it necessary to push him off. She definitely has spunk but has been a pleasure to play with. I have had several people stop and make comments about her from the road. She is definitely turning heads in my area.
Thank you again for such a pleasant experience!!
I will definitely be looking to you for another Friesian in the future.
Thanks
Megan Lee
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Congratulations to Judy in Virg on her 2nd OUTSTANDING Friesian!!
Hey Janna,
Echo arrived safely and is settled into life at Compass Rose Farm. He's a very sweet, people oriented horse and we're bonding nicely. My trainer loves him, as do I, and hopes to ride him to the upper levels.
She rode him last week at a local schooling show and placed first.
Judy in Virg
2 months later.......................
Janna,
Echo is a wonderful boy, so attached to people. He gets about 8 hours of turnout each day but always prefers to hang out with me if I'm at the farm. He comes immediately to the fence when I go out to get him, even 30 minutes after being put outside, and would be content to spend the time after riding in the barn munching hay and begging for treats. I plan to show him in the future but I'm only a 1st level rider and probably won't advance much further due to my age, 64 years, so my trainer will take him as far as he can go. I bought my first Friesian because I thought he was the most beautiful animal I had ever seen; I got Echo because my Ruben is the sweetest, gentlest horse I have ever been around and I expected the same from Echo. I'm not disappointed. All horses should have the looks, personality and temperament of your Friesians.
I'll have my husband come to the farm on one of our beautiful fall mornings and take a picture of me and Echo. But I'll have to allow plenty of time to get him cleaned up before the photo op, he LOVES to roll and the farm has many inviting patches of red Virginia clay that most horses just can't resist!
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This Pregnant Mare is On Her Way to Louisiana for Laura:)
We are so happy with her. She is so gentle and follows you around the pasture like a puppy dog. She is pregnant and hopefully if everything goes well will have a foal in late June. We saw a songram on the baby yesterday. Never seeing one of my own children it was really exciting. We will let you know how things develop.
Love, Laura and Mike in Louisiana
Update Oct 27...................
Dear Janna
We renamed Colata "Jolie"...it is French for "pretty". She is wonderful. We love her. She is the most beautiful horse I have ever seen. She is the sweetest horse I have ever been around and my trainer said she has the biggest heart of any Mare she has ever been around. She has been around horses all her life and has been training them for 20 years.
Thanks!
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Congrats to Lorna in NM in her 2nd friesian from BSF:)
Hi Janna
Rosalini has arrived and is doing fine. She is gorgeous, healthy, alert and has a big appetite. She and Nico hit it off immediately like they have been friends forever with no posturing of any sort. I'm hoping to ride her by Sunday giving her a couple days to get used to the sights and sounds of the country here outside of Santa Fe. I have received her papers as well so all is good! Thanks for the guidance as usual...
Lorna in N.M.
Hi Janna
Thought I'd send a couple pics - one of Rosalini and me in the heaviest snowfall in the history of weather tracking for Santa Fe! 30 inches with up to 4 more overnight tonight. Rosie was stabled and when I let her out in it with me she just had a ball - just like a little kid playing in the snow. Thought you might want to see how she is faring - still pregnant and healthy!
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Janis in Tenn --Congrats on your 1st Friesian:)
Hi Janna,
Wibo is fine...he's completely taken over the barn. Everyone loves him! I appreciate all the input you have given me!
Happy Holidays!
Janis in Tenn
1 year later................................................
Hi Janna,
Wibo, (barn name is ("Redondo"), is doing quite well. We have an incredible bond already. He talks to me! Before this heat wave hit I was riding him daily in the park (10 minutes away), or on my farm (150 acres). He is willing, and always up for a ride. He is an easy keeper, for sure. (spoiled rotten). He always gets so much attention from other riders in the park. His incredible sweet, friendly, and loving nature far outweigh being a bit jumpy.
All in all he is wonderful, and I absolutely love him dearly!
I am planning on buying another Friesian. Do you still have the same Dutch trainer? (Berend, I think?) I check in with your site at least weekly!
Thanks so much Janna,
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Going to Mexico for Roberto!!!
......................1 year after purchase
Hi Janna,
Vince, is doing great. He is taking the summer heat better than I thought (in Mexico), well I have him with a misted fan, cause it get really really hot in here—like Pheonix Az but more humid. He is getting really really big, I think he´s almost the size of my 2 year old and he is a big guy also. The way he is going he will probably reach 17 hands.
Bye,
Roberto in Mexico
Hello, Janna
Vince (Vengador—as I call him cause he is avenging the too soon death of my last friesian stallion ) is growing into a huge and beautiful colt.
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