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Both of my incidents happened my first year competing. I was new to the sport
and didn't know anyone so I didn't want to make waves. Believe me, I'm not
one to keep my mouth shut! I've seen both of these women at rides since and
they still don't speak to me. I've also learned that it wasn't just me -
they treat everyone like dirt! I had to chuckle at one ride when the one
woman placed in comp at the awards and no one even clapped for her - that's
when I found she was nasty to everyone. I can't image living life that way
- how sad! So I ride my own ride and hope someday they will wakeup when someone
treats them the same way. But it won't be me or mine. I just keep riding
my ride and enjoying the company of so many nice folks!

Kari
Montalee Arabians
Holton, MI

larry Miller wrote:

Don't be afraid to ask someone to wait if you need that person to wait while you water or what else.  I think age has something to do with this.  I have never been afraid to speak my mind and I am afraid that I have gotten worse as I have gotten older.  Rude folks are everywhere, but if asked nicely, they do tend to come around.  I will never forget my 70 plus mom at a restaurant.  A little boy in the booth next to us kept peering over the top.  My mom finally asked him to turn around and his mom was horrified and made sure her son quit bugging us.  I was embarrassed (who me, couldn't be!) until my mom stated, 'well I am 70 now and I can say what I like!'  She had a good point and I am afraid my mouth hasn't quit yet and I am not 70 yet.  LOL Jeanie