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Exciting news!!

amh04amh04
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I had to share with someone!! I just had the most amazing experience fall into my lap, no joke. I've riden horses since I was 9 - competively since I was 13 and stopped about 2 years ago maybe. Well I posted an ad to craigslist that I would do work for riding time since I don't feel comfortable buying one down here yet. So this amazing guy writes me back. Turns out he is a Grand Prix competitor (super big deal) and wants me to come out and ride his horses!!!!! Like I had to pick my jaw off of the floor! Ahhhhhh! So I had to share my exciting news!
Anyone else have exciting news to share?!
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  • calindicalindi member
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    edited December 2011
    That's amazing!  Does he just need to give them exercise?  What a perfect opportunity for you!  I love riding horses, not so big on mucking out the stalls so I didn't get very far.  But I do trail rides once in awhile. 

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  • YoungDuoYoungDuo member
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    edited December 2011
    That's really exciting! My MOH does the same thing at a local barn-work in exchange for riding time. I know how awesome of a deal this is and I'm excited for you!
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  • KendallR10KendallR10 member
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    edited December 2011
    thats awesome! I miss riding
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  • firsttimersluckfirsttimersluck member
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    edited December 2011
    That is such fantastic news! What a great opportunity to fall into your lap!
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  • Beachy730Beachy730 member
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    edited December 2011
    That's awesome!  

    Sorry to be the negative Nancy in the group too, but definitely take someone with you the first time you go, or first few times.  There are crazies on Craiglist.  Well everywhere really, but when it seems almost to good to be true, sometimes it is.
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  • ZeldakinsZeldakins member
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    That's really great! I really want to go on a trail ride here in the area :). The hills are so beautiful, but it's just been so dry and hot. Not to mention the recent fires that have sparked up. Right now I'm really excited about a job opportunity that has come up too. (also found on craigslist) Someone needs a medical receptionist and I thought it would be great to apply since I'm a nursing major (not exactly the same job, but it's in the medical office setting) right now I'm actually waiting to be scheduled for an interview! :D Wish me luck!
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  • calindicalindi member
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    edited December 2011
    Yeah, I agree with DNBeach.  Definitely let your FI know where you'll be and when, and bring someone with you the first few times.  Better safe than sorry!

    I DO have good news after all - I've been working on some logo work for my Dad's company, and just completed an advertisement for him.  His partners liked the work so much that they're firing the freelancer they've been using and are going to use me from now on!  I need to set up a business so I can bill them and can claim business expenses on my tax return (since it's a home-based business, I can claim internet, one room's worth of rent for an 'office', any new software or tools for my computer, a new computer eventually... I'm drooling over a Mac Book Pro, but I'm a long way from that yet!)

    Any suggestions on business names?  I want something fun but professional. 

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  • Beachy730Beachy730 member
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    edited December 2011
    That's awesome C!  

    How about Create by (first name)?   I always end up thinking of names that would be catchy, not necessarily always good.  And I don't want to put your name out for everyone.
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  • calindicalindi member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_military-brides_exciting-news?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special Topic Wedding BoardsForum:13Discussion:142ab7d1-f37b-4c5b-9eb9-08c54f5eebfcPost:91b1db34-c800-4832-ae29-9c5f31b49ea9">Re: Exciting news!!</a>:
    [QUOTE]That's awesome C!   How about Create by (first name)?   I always end up thinking of names that would be catchy, not necessarily always good.  And I don't want to put your name out for everyone.
    Posted by dnbeach12[/QUOTE]

    Could work... I don't mind my first name being out there, though.  I'm thinking something else, like CD Creations - my initials. 

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  • amh04amh04
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    edited December 2011
    That's awesome Zeldakins! And Cali - That's great news too!! What about Creative C? I'm not too good at making names either, I'm sure you'll think of something awesome though!

    And thanks for the concern Beach - FI has the address of the Farm and I've done a ton of online research on the farm this morning and it seems pretty legit. But.. we'll see. I've wanted to get back into riding for a year now, but with the recent pcs it wasn't ideal so.. hopefully this takes me back down that path. Fingers crossed for no broken bones before the wedding Smile
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  • amh04amh04
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    edited December 2011
    Oh and Thanks ladies!!! I'm still super giddy about it! Plus it'll be a great way to get exercise into my schedule!! :)
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  • AmandaSC1988AmandaSC1988 member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_military-brides_exciting-news?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special Topic Wedding BoardsForum:13Discussion:142ab7d1-f37b-4c5b-9eb9-08c54f5eebfcPost:3def86ae-c83d-4515-b9a8-d87717fc42b4">Re: Exciting news!!</a>:
    [QUOTE]Yeah, I agree with DNBeach.  Definitely let your FI know where you'll be and when, and bring someone with you the first few times.  Better safe than sorry! I DO have good news after all - I've been working on some logo work for my Dad's company, and just completed an advertisement for him.  His partners liked the work so much that they're firing the freelancer they've been using and are going to use me from now on!  I<strong> need to set up a business so I can bill them and can claim business expenses on my tax return</strong> (since it's a home-based business, I can claim internet, one room's worth of rent for an 'office', any new software or tools for my computer, a new computer eventually... I'm drooling over a Mac Book Pro, but I'm a long way from that yet!) Any suggestions on business names?  I want something fun but professional. 
    Posted by calindi[/QUOTE]


    Be careful with Tax deductions, you really don't want to get introuble with the IRS. I don't claim to be an expert I just took Business Tax Accounting last year, but I do recall there being strict, strict rules about business expenses. Basically you can ONLY use  the 'business related items' for you guessed it...BUSINESS. Your "home office" can ONLY be used for an office and you have to show that it isn't used for anything else (not a spare bedroom). Also, same thing goes for the computer... strictly business.

    I suggest talking to a  small business lawyer before you go any further, they will get you all set up legally. =)

    But congrats! Starting your own business is awesome.
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  • calindicalindi member
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    Amanda, I live with a soon-to-be lawyer, who has taken small business law, and my future mother-in-law is a CPA and helping me set it up.  I'll be just fine, but thanks for the tips!

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  • AmandaSC1988AmandaSC1988 member
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    edited December 2011
    Congrats! that sounds like a lot of fun.  I agree with PPs and taking someone with you the first few times.
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  • AmandaSC1988AmandaSC1988 member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_military-brides_exciting-news?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special Topic Wedding BoardsForum:13Discussion:142ab7d1-f37b-4c5b-9eb9-08c54f5eebfcPost:db5a46b5-dafa-4f61-a6a7-4a3ce951f189">Re: Exciting news!!</a>:
    [QUOTE]Amanda, I live with a soon-to-be lawyer, who has taken small business law, and my future mother-in-law is a CPA and helping me set it up.  I'll be just fine, but thanks for the tips!
    Posted by calindi[/QUOTE]

    Okay, wow those are some awesome resources to have around!!
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  • calindicalindi member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_military-brides_exciting-news?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special Topic Wedding BoardsForum:13Discussion:142ab7d1-f37b-4c5b-9eb9-08c54f5eebfcPost:11b1fbb2-d18c-4786-8a9a-8a8e65cec772">Re: Exciting news!!</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: Exciting news!! : Okay, wow those are some awesome resources to have around!!
    Posted by AmandaSC1988[/QUOTE]

    For free, too... I'm very lucky!

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