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Bourbon · Jul 7, 2017 3:13 AM

There's been a little interest in the snowflake gene as of late, so I thought I'd give the opportunity to have a little something for your own herd.

So the grand prize is going to be a het 2g red papered snowflake mare, who has past all testings and strict breeding advice. She will be perfect for your second generation pasture and will give you a chance of throwing a hom foal if mixed to the right stud.

II Sugar Is Sweet

The other 5 prizes will be straws from my boy I Lucked Out.

I Lucked Out

So, the competition is about YOU! I would love to know more about you lovely people! I'll choose a winner for each question, the first question will be for the grand prize above, the other 5 will be for the straws. I will pick Winners on Sunday around 12pm game time!

1. What is the one quality about yourself which you love, or which defines you as your own person?

2. What is your absolute favourite thing in the world? (It could be an object, place, person, pet, hobby, etc.)
3. When you go home, how do you relax?
4. If I were to offer you a selection of biscuits, which one would you choose for your tea/coffee/beverage?
5. Favourite food, restaurant? If a restaurant, pick something on the menu including any adjustments to it.
6. What is your dream animal/s OR What is your dream job? (Depending if you own your dream animal already)

Anyone is allowed to enter regardless if you have snowflake in your herd. It's not a restricted gene and there will be no bias :)

Goobanni · Jul 7, 2017 3:39 AM

1. I strive to make peoples lives more fulfilling/help people. There is nothing better than helping people to achieve/try new things, that they would never have been able to do. it makes me happy to see others happy.

2.My baby boys are my life (Almost teens, always my babies lol). There is nothing that comes even close.
3. Playing HJ2 of course lol
4. As a new vegan...I have yet to really find a biscuit that I like lol (Vegan donuts & I'm all over it lol)...better yet, I would bring over some homemade vegan brownies for us to share. Oh, have you tried "French Earl Grey" (Tea) AMAZING!
5.I love to cook...I have way too many favourites HAHAHA (FOOD is my favourite...does that count???)
6.I am a disability support worker...There is nothing in this world I would rather be <3 I would love a sanctuary for all the unwanted animals LOL ...I would Hoard EVERYTHING.<br />

ParadisePark · Jul 7, 2017 3:41 AM

Entering for fun :P

1. Probably that I'm caring. Sometimes a bit to caring and get hurt but I always forgive or forget and continue on to help others. :P
I love helping other as much as I can. Slowly learning to put my foot down and learning that I can say no. But when I comes to animals I'm a bigger sucker and give in to quick lol. :)

2. Horses, been horse mad since I was a child. Sister in law didn't help with that as she owned horses lol :P
I have always turn to horses especially when going through tough times. Paradise (Captains Paradise) was my first. When my father was diagnosed with MND (ALS in America) she was my shoulder to cry on. She went to my sister in law when we had to move. Haven't owned a horse since but still occasionally go riding :D

3. I actually rarely leave home :))
I'm a full time carer for my mother so go out often isn't really something I get to do. Though about twice a year my brother will look after her for a few days so I can go away and visit friends for a week :D

4. Shortbreads and coffee :D (But has to be scones if I'm having tea =)) )

5. Sushi and sashimi :x

6. My dream animal would have to be a wolf. I think wolves are beautiful and intriguing creatures and they are all about working as a pack/team. =))
My dream job is to open up a shelter for all animals from mice, cat, pigs, dog to horses, etc that are old. I would love to rehouse them with the elderly or disabled who may need a companion but can't afford the $200-500+ dollars up front :)
(So it would be like a lease)

BlueValley · Jul 7, 2017 4:00 AM

1. I'm not one to stand down from a difficult task. Above all else, I pride myself in my work ethic and inability to leave something I've started. If I don't finish, it haunts me until I make sure it's done. :)

2. Aside my my lovely girl--my 3 year old mare--one of my favourite things right now is the new tablet I purchased! The digital painting program is insanely cool and intricate, it's a great help in expanding my portfolio. :D

3. Cuppa tea, or wine, some tunes and a good movie. :) And usually this game!

4. Oh! I love a good old-fashioned scone. :D With some jam smothered on top and a cup of chai tea. Yum! ~O)

5. Love, love, love butter chicken, and some fresh authentic naan bred! I'm also an avid pasta lover. (:

6. I've thought a lot about my dream job, and can't really say I have one in particular my heart's set on just yet. I'm very invested in an artsy program, but I think I would really enjoy working in a wildlife rehab facility--or a zoo. I love all kinds of critters and that kind of environment could be incredibly rewarding, I think. <3

Bourbon · Jul 7, 2017 4:15 AM

@Goobanni Vegan here too ;) Quite a few bourbons are vegan, along with some oreo's :)

Goobanni · Jul 7, 2017 4:25 AM

@Bourbon Yes, Oreo's seem to be the "go to" for a lot of vegans LOL...I think the world would end if they changed the recipe =))

Goobanni · Jul 7, 2017 4:26 AM

@Bourbon, well there you go, vegan brownies it is lol :D

Crystal93 · Jul 7, 2017 6:13 AM

1: i dont like much about myself but the main quality has to be my forgiveness.. i forgive very easily and try to see the best in people..

2: my favourite is my 1 yo boy.. hes so special and even more so that his daddy has passed.. i wouldnt be here today if it wasnt for him..

3: my idea of relaxing is playing on hunt and jump. Lol

4: id probally go an oreo..

5: favourite is stir crazy noodle bar.. hookien noodles, chicken satay and no vegetables

6: i have no idea of my dream job but i suppose my dream would be to raise my son to be a successful and respectabe man (hope that counts as its sorta a job)

Goobanni · Jul 7, 2017 6:18 AM

@Crystal93 ...
2. Big hugs hunni :x
6. Best & most important job in the world :D

ElementalStables · Jul 7, 2017 6:34 AM

1. I'd have to say my intelligence. As a kid I wasn't really good with other people - I didn't make friends easily, I was easily irritated or hurt by other kids, and therefore didn't have a lot of friends, but I was always smart and I've always clung to that as my defining trait. Kind of like 'I may not be popular or have friends, but at least I'm smart!' It's continued to be both my favorite thing about myself as well as my defining trait - school's always been the biggest part of my life, and I'm going into a big intelligence industry (law).

2. Greek Mythology. Totally random thing, I know, but I've always loved it so much, ever since I picked up a book called Gods, Men and Monsters as a kid from the library. I actually was just able to fulfill a lifelong dream by getting to go to Greece this past May, and it was amazing.

3. I typically watch TV/movies, or read. Kind of depends on how exhausted I am - totally beat means TV/movies, because they take less brain power but also tend to help wake me up because I get super involved in all my shows lol. Reading is my favorite but some days you just don't have the brainpower for it.

4. I don't typically have biscuits with my drinks, but I'm a fan of oatmeal cookies!

5. Stirfry! I never get sick of it, it's so tasty and warm and wonderful and can be made so many different ways! My favorite way is with chicken, frozen veggies, and a few bricks of ramen noodles mixed in. So tasty!

6. A cougar is definitely my dream animal. More like a 'never going to happen dream', but I adore cougars, and I've seen lots of people with them as semi-domesticated pets and they're so cute!

Timber · Jul 7, 2017 7:23 AM

1. My sass. I've always carried a gift for rolling a good comeback when being talked down to. If you're being a jerk, you can bet I can find a way to cut your legs off.

2. My daughter. She's a pain in the rear at times but she's so dang cute and sweet at times too.

3. I sequester myself somewhere and play games on my computer or on my tablet. My workplace is loud so I value the quiet above all else. The game is to calm my mind.

4. I'm not much for cookies anymore, but any kind of coconut cookie will win me over.

5 . There's a restaurant here call Firehouse Subs. A lot of their proceeds go to local fire departments. They have a turkey bacon peppercorn ranch sub that is to die for. Everything else is good, but I can't seem to stay away from that item on the menu.

6. I don't have a dream animal. I like them all. My dream job however would be programming video games. I'm in the process of learning some programming now and I hope to get good enough to make something really great.

BlueJumpingBean · Jul 7, 2017 7:38 AM

1. I love that I am able to compliment people. I am a photographer(hobbyist thing) and with my friends/models I love complimenting them and telling them that they are gorgeous! It lights up their face and it makes me so very happy.
2. My pets! I have a 9 month old goldendoodle(Bonner) that is nutter butter, A black lab(Jazz, Jazzy ,Jazzmen ,Jazzy Jet) who is getting old an senile(lol she is a love though =)) ), and her daughter a black lab/ gorden setter(Kinder) complete lover but is her own dog. And then my trainers horse, Kennedy. Oh my goodness I love Ken! His a sassy 15.1 hh TB/Irish Sport(and something else) Hunter Jumper.
3. When I get home from school I like to hang out with my dogs. They are the best comfort.
4. Cookies. Choco chip, fluffy, soft, warm.
5. My moms corn chowder. Corn, kabossa sausage and potato's in a thick broth/soup.It is literally the best thing in the winter , or summer, with sourdough bread and butter.
6. My dream animal is apart of my dream job, Horse trainer, riding instructor,barn manager etc. Its my passion as a hunter jumper.I just love horses!I always have, when I was little my parents would tell me to get a book and I would grab a horse encyclopedia ,a encyclopedia .

@Elemental I love Greek myology as well I got hooked with the Percy Jackson/Heroes Of Olympus/ Trials Of Apollo.

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 8:18 AM

1) I like that I can make the most of any given situation, and I can usually find a way to swing it to my advantage. Some people call it luck, I call it being a little clever and refusing to give up :)
2) My family and my pets. My family has always been supportive of whatever I choose to do and my pets always make me laugh and feel better if I'm stressed out or upset.
3) I like gaming (Skyrim, Dragon Age, and The Old Republic are my go-to titles), playing with my dogs, watching The Walking Dead (I'm thinking about binging the entire series from the beginning), and logging in here to talk to you fine people :)
4) Well, I made some awesome Baily's Irish Cream double chocolate chip cookies the other day, so I'll go with one of them :)
5) My favorite restaurant is a little local sushi place called the Na Ra. My husband and I really like the Spider roll on that menu, but the owner comes up with some really good house specials and we love trying the new ones, too :)
6) When I was a kid, I always wanted to own a pit bull and an Arabian horse. Now, I have two pitties (best dogs EVER), and I'm looking for property so I can buy myself an Arabian horse :). I'm also working on my dream job. I used to be the main breadwinner in the house while my husband worked his way up in an electrical apprenticeship. Now that he's doing pretty well, he agreed to let me quit my job (I have RA and my job was extremely physical, and therefore painful) and pursue a career in writing. I am currently 22 chapters into a novel I've been working on for almost 2 years.

Wolf735 · Jul 7, 2017 9:19 AM

1. My ability to move through things quickly or find fast and painless solutions to things. :) If there's a problem at my work or at home I can usually figure something out on the spot to help.

2. My birth state, Connecticut. The architecture of the small towns, the country roads, the hills, the stone walls, the changing leaves in the fall, the smell, the gravel driveways and big red barns...

3. Reading, usually, or going through the three games I play online and checking things. I play Xbox too so if I'm in the mood to zone out for awhile I'll get on there. Late nights are my movie nights- I'll look at Reddit movie suggestions and pick things I've never seen before.

4. Oh jeez- I didn't know there were other variants of biscuits! Edit: By reading through other people's answers, it looks like I can say a type of cookie, so... peanut butter or chocolate chip are my go-to's.

5. Homemade pot pie. Nothing better.

6. Dream animal would be a Samoyed. :) They are so soft and fluffy and lovable and the only one I met converted me from Shepherds. xD Dream job is writing for a travel magazine or newspaper, or truck driving. Something that would allow me to make use of writing, which I love to do, my need to explore, and being able to share something new with other people and open their eyes to new horizons and ideas.

WindwardFarm · Jul 7, 2017 11:04 AM

When you say biscuits, I'm assuming you mean the British definition of biscuits and not the American one. :D Because I bet dunking American biscuits in tea or coffee would be really really gross lol

kassierae · Jul 7, 2017 12:55 PM

1. What is the one quality about yourself which you love, or which defines you as your own person?I would say my outgoingness. I can make friends and be happy doing just about anything. I can be friends with pretty much anyone. It's why I'm a good bartender/server. :)

2. What is your absolute favourite thing in the world? (It could be an object, place, person, pet, hobby, etc.) My kids and my animals(2 horses, dog, cat and bearded dragon)
3. When you go home, how do you relax? I play with my kiddos.
4. If I were to offer you a selection of biscuits, which one would you choose for your tea/coffee/beverage? I have no idea. Not really sure what kind of biscuits we're talking about, here. :))
5. Favourite food, restaurant? If a restaurant, pick something on the menu including any adjustments to it. I LOVED the shrimp bruchetta at Red Lobster. They took it off the menu, so I'd adjust it by putting it back on!
6. What is your dream animal/s OR What is your dream job? (Depending if you own your dream animal already) I really want a Savannah monitor. Dream job...not sure. I'd like to be a nurse.

Hawke · Jul 7, 2017 1:27 PM

1. I have always been very.. maternal? I think that's the best way to describe it. I'm that "mom friend" or mother hen when it comes to other people. I try really hard to see the good in others and keep a positive outlook on life.

2. Music. Doesn't matter what type or if I'm playing it or just listening. I adore singing and playing various instruments, though my favorite is the French Horn. I played it for many years back in school and continue today. Pretty much if I'm awake theres some kind of music playing or being played.

3. Relax? What is this word? Oh, wait, is that the thing I did before I had a toddler to chase?? Honestly, though, it's reading for me! I love to curl up under a fluffy blanket with a cup of tea and a good book. And none of those e-books or reading tablets in my house, just a good old hardcover novel. My pride and joy is an early printing of "Black Beauty". Don't know it's exact year off the top of my head anymore but it was done on a printing press.

4. Scones, definitely! With a nice herbal tea.

5. Definitely eggrolls. My mother-in-law is from Thailand and I swear I gain 10lbs every time she makes them.

6. My dream animal and job go hand-in-hand, sort of. I have always wanted to be a Veterinary Technician and dog trainer. I'd love to own a Tamaskan dog as well. Though my life dream is to get out of the city and own a small farm. I grew up in the country and a part of me longs to get back there someday. Just something small, a horse and some chickens. It feels silly writing it down but its a dream of mine.

Bourbon · Jul 7, 2017 2:15 PM

Biscuits, cookies, cakes, bready things are all fine! I'm used to swedes dunking all sorts of weird nasty stuff in their coffee, I'll leave biscuit up to however you all want to interpret it ;)

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 2:18 PM

Really? What kinds of things?

Bourbon · Jul 7, 2017 2:24 PM

Toast with caviar is something I see a lot dunked in coffee, blergh! The butter and the caviar kind of float around in your drink then. I've seen all manor of cakes (wet and sponge), bacon and meats and all sorts of crazy bread. Trust me, you guys can dunk what you like, I've seen it all!

EDIT: Forgot to mention that they usually combine boiled egg with caviar, so you get bread crumbs, butter, egg and caviar floating around in their coffee.

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 2:25 PM

Bahahahaha! Gross. Fish eggs never struck me as a good compliment to tea...

Hawke · Jul 7, 2017 3:17 PM

Fish eggs never struck me as a good compliment to anything /shudder

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 3:17 PM

Its good with sushi.

Goobanni · Jul 7, 2017 3:22 PM

:-& Nope

BlueJumpingBean · Jul 7, 2017 3:26 PM

Same here Goobanni!Sushi or fish eggs! =; ^#(^ X_X [-X

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 3:40 PM

Lol

TimberRescue · Jul 7, 2017 4:01 PM

If you good fresh sushi, the row they are sometimes topped with can taste sweet.

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 5:25 PM

Mmmmm I want sushi now....

Hawke · Jul 7, 2017 5:35 PM

Same here.. Spicy crab roll for me :p
Still not crazy about fish eggs though.

Timber · Jul 7, 2017 5:43 PM

Well, could be worse. Could be talking about mountain oysters lol.

Not going to explain what those are.

DevilsParadise · Jul 7, 2017 5:45 PM

Bleck. I won't touch them, and there are festivals around her for those...

BlueJumpingBean · Jul 7, 2017 7:03 PM

I personally haven't had Rocky Mountain Oysters but my parents love em'! =))

Goobanni · Jul 8, 2017 12:04 AM

Ohhhh @Timber, you had to go there X_X

Waldgraf · Jul 8, 2017 1:04 AM

1. I suppose the trait I have to go with is also the aspect that, sometimes, I dislike the most. I'm very much an analytical / logical / problem solver type and, in some settings, it's quite useful. I've found it interesting that one of my favorite parts of this game is getting to analyze and ... organize! I can't tell you how many times I sort and resort my stables. What devices and systems can I figure out to maximize success and efficiency? But, I often get caught in the trap of over analyzing things and getting stuck in details.

2. Traveling - I absolutely love exploring and seeing new places. It has been a while since I've had an opportunity, but I just love to set out and discover some place new. I don't always need a map or a plan, I'm content just setting out and figuring it out as I go.

3. Usually, it's music related. I play the guitar, hammered dulcimer and celtic, simple system wooden flute. Or, I'm listening to music.

4. Something lemon-y is usually my favorite. Really, any texture works. Just, bring on the lemon!

5. I grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana so any creole or cajun dish will fit the bill. However, if I were to pick one, it has to be the Cochon de lait po boy they serve at the annual Jazz and Heritage festival. Roast suckling pig with creole cole slaw on french bread - it's heaven!

6. Well, so far my career has allowed me to be a veterinary technician for six years, a horseback trail guide in Yosemite National Park and a dog trainer / service dog trainer for 15 years during which time I helped rescue and train about 300 dogs to prepare them for adoption as pets or placement as service animals. And, I'm starting veterinary school in about 6 weeks. So, dream job feels like it's fairly well covered. As far as Dream Animal, I'd be just as happy to have my old dog, Julio back. He was my demo dog / teaching partner / service dog and was my partner and best friend.

Bourbon · Jul 8, 2017 2:39 AM

Aww Waldraf, I'm totally not shedding tears here. Someone must be cutting onions. Julio sounds like a very good boy <3

Timber · Jul 8, 2017 7:44 AM

@Goobanni Yes. Yes I did.

Kinetic · Jul 8, 2017 8:23 PM

1. What is the one quality about yourself which you love, or which defines you as your own person? I think being resilient and multifaceted define me best as a person. Resilience because I've survived a lot of awful trauma and loss, including my daughter's murder. I also think I'm really multifaceted because I have a lot of very varied interests and hobbies - like riding and showing horses, collecting and showing model horses, collecting dolls, dressing Lolita, Steam punk costuming, playing video games, free form roleplaying, blogging, camping, photography, and more.

2. What is your absolute favourite thing in the world? (It could be an object, place, person, pet, hobby, etc.) My family - which includes my husband, my daughter, and my pets.

3. When you go home, how do you relax?. Usually curl up in bed and play on the computer (H&J) or watch tv.

4. If I were to offer you a selection of biscuits, which one would you choose for your tea/coffee/beverage? I actually don't drink coffee (I'm allergic) or tea, but it's hard to pass up a soft chocolate chip cookie dunked in a glass of milk.

5. Favourite food, restaurant? If a restaurant, pick something on the menu including any adjustments to it. Italian food. My favorite restaurant is one called Marco Polo back in my home town.

6. What is your dream animal/s OR What is your dream job? (Depending if you own your dream animal already) I'd love to own a prestigious hunter/jumper barn. Maybe if I win the lottery! ;)

Bourbon · Jul 9, 2017 2:22 AM

@Timber had to go check out mountain oysters, felt a little bit of vomit in my mouth, blergh! I used to eat offal such as heart, lungs, intestine wrapped food and feet but not the nun-nuns D:

@Kinetic I'd love a hunter jumper barn too! Horse riding and being around horses is something I sorely miss!

Just a heads up that there is a few more hours left on this!

Bourbon · Jul 9, 2017 10:30 AM

I had a really hard time going through, but here are the winners!

Joint first is Kinetic and BlueValley!

@Kinetic you get the Draft Mare!

II Sugar Is Sweet

@BlueValley you also get a het mare! I tried to pick out a similar one for you!

II The Sugar Bowls Empty

And then for the other answers;
2. @Wolf735 @Kinetic
3. @ParadisePark @Hawke
4. @DevilsParadise
5. @ElementalStables
6. @Crystal93

I will send out straws shortly :) Congrats everyone!

Bourbon · Jul 9, 2017 10:35 AM

PS; @DevilsParadise I would love that cookie recipe!

BlueValley · Jul 9, 2017 10:43 AM

@Bourbon Oh, thank you so much!! I love her! :D

ParadisePark · Jul 9, 2017 10:51 AM

Thanks @Bourbon :D

Hawke · Jul 9, 2017 11:07 AM

Thank you!!

Goobanni · Jul 9, 2017 12:55 PM

Congrats everyone <:-P

Kinetic · Jul 9, 2017 1:15 PM

Oh wow, thank you so much! :x :x :x

Waldgraf · Jul 9, 2017 1:43 PM

Congrats everyone and thank you, Bourbon, for another fun contest!

DevilsParadise · Jul 9, 2017 2:11 PM

Thank You!

DevilsParadise · Jul 9, 2017 2:16 PM

Lol ok. I'll dig it up and message it to you :)

DevilsParadise · Jul 9, 2017 2:32 PM

Out of curiosity, how long are the straws good for? I don't have an unbred mare right now, but if it only lasts through this season, I'll find one

Timber · Jul 9, 2017 3:26 PM

Congrats one and all!

Wolf735 · Jul 9, 2017 4:20 PM

Thank you! :)

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