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nikki83
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 Posted - 02 Jul 2009 : 9:22:11 PM
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Hi everyone,
I have been a regular reader of AL for a few years now but never felt I should join as I dont have a horse 
I have plucked up the courage to join so I can join in the discussions etc, I hope you dont mind!
I used to own a TB mare which I had for 8 years when unfortunately I had to sell her, I part loaned her to a lovely lady who one day offered to buy her, I was struggling financially, was young and just did not have the time, I was living on my own and missing rent payments etc as my princess lived a life of luxury
I competed in a little bit of endurance for a couple of years along with local level showing.
I have since got married and have 3 lovely (human) babies, a boxer dog and a cat, living in north derbyshire/ south yorkshire. I am studying to be a nurse at mo so dont really have the time for a horse, but I will definately get another when ive finished training, I miss it soooo much :-(
I hope you dont mind me joining you.
Nikki x
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Gerri
Platinum Member
England
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Posted - 02 Jul 2009 : 9:26:10 PM
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Warm welcome to you no one will mind at all its lovely to meet you and we are all happy to hear everyones news horsey or otherwise so I for one are so glad you have taken the courage to join in, you will love it, although become addicted and everyone here as you probably know already are a friendly and supportive bunch |
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Kharidian
Platinum Member
England
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Posted - 02 Jul 2009 : 9:29:16 PM
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Hi Nikki, welcome to AL! How far into your training are you, and what branch are you going in to? I studied Direct Entry midwifery, qualifying in 2006 and, since then, have worked full-time at my local NHS Trust. I think we "mature students" really know what we want and will move heaven and earth to achieve results!
All the best,
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Kharidian (Prince Sadik x Khiri)........ Alkara Cassino (H Tobago x Rose Aboud)
aka "Roger".................................... aka "Chips"
     
The first image is from an original painting by Pat Shorto.
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nikki83
Silver Member
427 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2009 : 9:34:19 PM
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Thank you for the welcome Gerri 
Caryn, I applied for midwifery for 2 years (been on an access course at college) but have made it to interview stage but then have let myself down in interview and been unsuccessful boohoo :-(
Midwifery is what I REALLY want to do but have decided to do nursing first (adult branch) then do the 18 month top up after. However, there is talk that the conversion courses are being withdrawn which is madness. We shall wait and see what happens once im finished training. I havent actually started yet, will be in sept, have been accepted on the course. Just finished college last week which was a hard slog!
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Bex
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Wales
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Kharidian
Platinum Member
England
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Posted - 02 Jul 2009 : 10:06:25 PM
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Nikki,
I also did this via the Access route, but I only applied for Midwifery as I had no interest in becoming a nurse. You'll probably find that the funding will come around "full circle" and there will be 18-month conversion courses by the time you qualify. Where are you studying, and (more importantly) where are your placements? I studied at City University (London) and my placements were both in East London - Newham and Homerton hospitals (I figured that if I could survive 3 years in these environments, I could survive ANYTHING)!
Caryn |
Kharidian (Prince Sadik x Khiri)........ Alkara Cassino (H Tobago x Rose Aboud)
aka "Roger".................................... aka "Chips"
The first image is from an original painting by Pat Shorto.
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missy
Gold Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 03 Jul 2009 : 08:59:58 AM
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Hi Nikki welcome to the forum, The people on here are very helpful and nice. |
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nikki
Platinum Member
Wales
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Posted - 03 Jul 2009 : 12:40:10 PM
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hi nikki,
welcome to al, it's a great forum! and no you don't need to have a horse to be a member.
anyway this gives a great opportunity to learn as much as you can before you get your very own arabthere is so much to learn, and they are the most wonderful breed |
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precious
Platinum Member
England
2253 Posts |
Posted - 03 Jul 2009 : 1:08:12 PM
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Welcome Nikki to AL you havent got to own a horse now but i think the love for them never goes.
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nikki83
Silver Member
427 Posts |
Posted - 03 Jul 2009 : 11:08:18 PM
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Thank you everyone for your welcomes!!
I enjoy reading the topics on her even though I dont have much to contribute myself!
Nikki x |
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Goldenmane
Platinum Member
United Kingdom
4964 Posts |
Posted - 04 Jul 2009 : 07:15:25 AM
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| Welcome to Arabianlines! Interesting topics and BEAUTIFUL photos! |
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rosie
Platinum Member
England
3662 Posts |
Posted - 04 Jul 2009 : 09:21:52 AM
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Welcome to AL.
Everyone here is lovely!
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Tzarina
Platinum Member
England
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Posted - 04 Jul 2009 : 12:31:18 PM
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Hi Nikki, Welocme to Arabianlines  |
    
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"The horse is God's gift to mankind."
"The daughter who wont lift a finger in the house is the same child who cycles madly off in the pouring rain to spend all morning mucking out a stable."
"All horses deserve to be loved by at least one little girl during their life" |
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joanna_piana
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United Kingdom
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Posted - 04 Jul 2009 : 8:32:54 PM
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Hi Nikki
Welcome to AL, if you don't have time for your own horse you could always find a share when you have more time. Good luck with your training.  |
      
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Nichole Waller
Gold Member
England
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Posted - 05 Jul 2009 : 1:52:08 PM
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Hi Nikki,
Welcome to AL. I'm fairly new and have found everyone so helpful and friendly.
Maybe you will find someone on here who is close to where you live who might be able to offer you the odd ride now and again...!
Good luck with your training.
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Judith S
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Wales
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alison
Platinum Member
Wales
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Posted - 05 Jul 2009 : 2:52:54 PM
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Hi Nikki,
A big welcome to you, I also have three kids, but I bet they are a bit older than yours at 18 - 16 -13 plus I have one White Alsatian dog three cats two horses and 18 large goldfish, nearly forgot I also work full-time!!!
Again welcome and hope you enjoy the site.
Cheers
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