March 29, 2010

Hi Diane

We have been so happy at Windy Meadows, the horses are happy and healthy, the boarders are so nice, Jerry and Kristofer are the hardest workers and so pleasant to be around, and Kirsten is so much fun and we finally feel like we are getting somewhere with our horses.  You have a wonderful barn! Thanks for everything.

Jeannie Voigt

My 16 year old Welsh Arab Platinum and I have been at Windy Meadows for almost 4 years now.  The owners have always treated him as if he were one of their own horses.  Due to my busy work schedule, I am unable to visit the stables during the week, but I never have to worry about whether he is fed, blanketed, fly sprayed, etc.  If there are ever any concerns about his health, they call me immediately and they are always willing to do whatever it takes to help him get healthy. 

Because of their many years of experience, they are great to go to for advice on anything from medical issues to training.  The facilities are top notch and with two outdoors and one indoor ring, a round pen, and trails, no matter what your interest, there is always someplace to ride.  The atmosphere over the years has always been casual and fun.  My 3 year old loves to come along to take “lessons” and to visit with the miniature horses and bunnies.  We plan to stay at Windy Meadows for many more years!

Jeanette Morris

I have boarded my horses at Windy Meadows for the last 4 years. I have piece of mind knowing that Diane and her staff are taking excellent care of my horses. If they notice, something off, they alert me right away, they notice if my horses need extra feed (or not). Diane has actually visited my horses when they had injuries several times in the middle of the night to make sure that they are ok. My horses are treated the same as hers. My horses love it there, and when they are happy, it makes me happy!!

Linda Hall

My years of searching for the perfect stable culminated in the spring of 2007 when I moved my (now) 22 year old Thoroughbred gelding, Rocky, to Windy Meadows. We couldn't have asked for a better facility. Diane and her hand-picked staff of experts treat Rocky and I like family, and have made us feel very much at home.

Since our move, Rocky's personality has just blossomed. He is everything he should be at this stage in his life, a fat, happy, playful older man, who behaves more like a 12 year old. He has never been more relaxed in his life, and this is due to Diane and the staff keeping the barn atmosphere very laid back, drama-free, and making sure the horses get plenty of turn out on quality grass. It is a comfort to know that not only is there always someone on property incase of an emergency, but that if I can't make it out for whatever reason, my best friend is in good hands.

The A+ staff always make sure Rocky has a full belly, clean water and hooves, and a fresh coating of fly spray or the proper blanket (depending on the season). He never wants for anything, and I know neither of us ever will, under the watchful eye and gentle guidance of Diane Lemaster and the Windy Meadows family.

With warmest wishes,
Kristin C. Van Derlask

A New Update on Bandit!

October 26, 2009

Sorry it has taken me long to get back on a update, but I wanted to get you some pictures so you can see he is doing GREAT! I am so grateful that this guy was with you at your lovely farm and was well taken care of. He has been and is WONDERFUL! I have had him out on one trail ride and 2 cubbings. This is truly a gift from God! I could not be doing what I need to do and go on if this horse was anything but what you said he is!

Last Sunday, we went out on a cubbing, one Arab (25YO) was jigging almost the whole time, and a new TB was out for the 1st time.  I am on Bandy and he is taking it like a trooper, he held it all under control! Unflappable!  He is all that an more- horses, hounds, horns, rustling leaves, farm equipment, deer stands, brush, corn fields, cars, pavement, small creek (he did do a nice control jump), up hills, down hills, he knows his job!  I just don't know what I can tell you that you do not already know!

The only problem, DO YOU HAVE MORE?  I have several people that want what I have!  Please tell all the riders, trainers, people and horses that love Bandit that he is the STAR!  He is happy, getting good food, pasture, being loved and groomed, ridden daily and has new stuff, new saddle, blanket, pads, shoes, halter, and bridle.

My "Knight in Shining Armor" as I always called Apache, is doing OK.  I am still medicating his eyes and will until he is not comfortable. Totem (my show paint horse) is truly a wonderful babysitter and thinks now that I got Bandit "Shewwww, good, now I don't have to do all that work!"  I brush everyone and give everyone treats because I love them all, each is good in there own way and has given me joy.

My mother in law has taught Bandit that peppermints come in a crinkling wrapper and that is how I get him on the trailer.  He does not need much, he pretty much will get on, slow and steady.  He is a dream!

Here are some pictures from last Sundays cubbing.  Next Saturday is our opening meet and I know that I will get good pictures with Bandit leading the flight.!  Faith and fate, that is what brought us together!

P.S. The picture of Bandit getting water; one morning, I turned the hose on at the water trough and he is covered that he could drink from it , but the funny thing was.....he was spraying OZ in the next field!  And OZ (TB) could not figure out what was going on! It seemed like Bandit KNEW what he was doing! I grabbed a picture with my cell! I love him!

Thanks again!  I would love to come visit again, but I would not bring Bandit cause you might keep him!

Christine Sweet

Bandit

September 20, 2009

I wanted to send a picture to show you his new home and surroundings.  He is perfect, not a care in the world!  He acts like he has lived here all his life! I'm going to get on him today in my ring! The picture is the back of my house, from the inside of my house.  I can go to any room and see the pastures all around, barn too!

Thank you so much for your honesty and integrity!

Christine Sweet 
(Bandit's new Mommy)

July 7, 2009

Kids Going Bananas Summer Day Camp has been coming to Windy Meadows for 2 years now. The campers love the experience there! The staff is so friendly and kind. They love to see all the animals – including the bunnies, the ponies, and the horses. The farm is such a great place for campers!!  We love it!

Wendy Whitlow
Victory's Crossing Church