The Horse Celebrates!

@TheHorse (205279)
Walnut Creek, California
June 10, 2018 2:35pm CST
How do you reward yourself when it is time for celebration? I bought myself a bottle of Glenlivet, my favorite single malt Scotch. My grades are turned in, I quit the band that was frustrating me, and we're almost done with the photo books we've been working on for each kid at the preschool. This evening, I will bring the Scotch over to my friend Mike's house (he also quit the band), and we will play music and BBQ! Again, how do you reward yourself when it's time for celebration?
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@owlwings (43915)
• Cambridge, England
10 Jun 18
That sounds like a very valid reason for a dram or two of the Glenlivet to me!
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@WorDazza (15833)
• Manchester, England
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse You have some left. I'm very disappointed in you both!!!
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
We celebrated, but I actually have some left.
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@toniganzon (72285)
• Philippines
10 Jun 18
An expensive jewellery or a watch is what I reward myself.
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@toniganzon (72285)
• Philippines
12 Jun 18
@TheHorse My wrist don't sweat unless I'm working out or cycling.
@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
Watches make my wrist sweaty and smelly.
@LadyDuck (457412)
• Switzerland
11 Jun 18
This is a great reason to celebrate, I am grabbing a glass of whisky and I am going to celebrate with you.
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@LadyDuck (457412)
• Switzerland
12 Jun 18
@TheHorse I know how painful it can be to work with people you do not appreciate anymore.
@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
Thank you! That means a lot to me!
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@JudyEv (325362)
• Rockingham, Australia
10 Jun 18
So you quit the band? You're still in another though I think? I'm sure it won't be long and you'll have another one going. Vince was licking his lips when I mentioned Glenlivet. He says it's usually mentioned as 'the Glenlivet' - just sayin'.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
10 Jun 18
I've been enjoying it for the past couple of hours. Tastes light and "highland" to me, though I don't know. I'll have to do some research.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
Oh, yeppers. I'm in two other bands right now.
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@Hannihar (129379)
• Israel
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse The BBQ sounds like a fun way to celebrate. I may buy myself something to celebrate.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
I very occasionally buy myself a new musical instrument...heh...
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 Jun 18
@Hannihar Oh, yes. But it's only every few years.
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@Hannihar (129379)
• Israel
13 Jun 18
@TheHorse Ok, so when you do I am sure you enjoy it.
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@spiderdust (14741)
• San Jose, California
10 Jun 18
I like fancy chocolates. I'm not much of a drinker, but you picked a good Scotch!
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@vandana7 (98731)
• India
11 Jun 18
If a person who drinks is a drinker and a person who drinks in excess is drunkard (hopefully that refers to water as well). So a person who eats is an eater and a person who eats in excess is a eatard. Not glutton. See I proved to you - English has no logic.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
It's my favorite.
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@spiderdust (14741)
• San Jose, California
11 Jun 18
@vandana7 And you're right, English is a confusing language. It's because it's mostly made up from bits and pieces of other languages, depending on who took control of their government. There's some French influence from the Normans, some Dutch from trading and other commerce, some Spanish influence due to military conflicts, etc. It's a hodgepodge of nonsense.
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@GardenGerty (157494)
• United States
11 Jun 18
You and Mike have fun. Is it possible you will start your own group and do gigs.?
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
Mike and I have performed together in various contexts. We may put something new together, but right now, we're just in "jammin" mode. Last night we did some jazz standards with our buddy Rod, and I actually played piano.
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@vandana7 (98731)
• India
11 Jun 18
You quit the band? Blink....The Diablo Rhythm Wranglers? I did not know of undercurrents...
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@vandana7 (98731)
• India
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse Oh yes, but I did not know they were so serious. I mean, I always thought of you as patience incarnate ..so I could not discern so much pain in it...whatever, I hope you are alright..where to from here? Are you two starting a band of your own?
@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
I think you've heard me kvetch and moan about Debbie the Diva. Her interrupting conversations I was having with audience members after two separate shows (and knocking over my guitar without apologizing or checking on it) were the three straws that left the camel's back close to broken.
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@crossbones27 (48400)
• Mojave, California
10 Jun 18
Not like that because cannot afford it. Hey live it up, All I have is a cheer with what the hell am I drinking oh its so poor its embarrassing. To new adventures and to better music and not a knock because is that not what every true musician says.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
Thanks!
@amadeo (111948)
• United States
10 Jun 18
why did you quit the band?Sorry that you are frustrating by this. I do not reward myself.I am rewarded every day
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@amadeo (111948)
• United States
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse Okay.Sorry again giving up the band
@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
I feel I am as well. Especially when I get to play with the littlies.
@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
11 Jun 18
Congratulations, pony! Hmmm... how I celebrate depends on what I am celebrating. *shrug* At least I'm being honest, right?
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
A bottle of fancy Scotch just seemed appropriate for this one.
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@sallypup (57742)
• Centralia, Washington
10 Jun 18
I eat too much chocolate and giggle.
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@sallypup (57742)
• Centralia, Washington
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse Go you! I wish I had dark chocolate in my fridge.
@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
You inspired me! I just went and grabbed a chunk of dark chocolate from my fridge.
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@andriaperry (116860)
• Anniston, Alabama
11 Jun 18
I bought myself a bottle of vodka, but I don`t drink. I make extracts....okay sometimes I get a swig but its rare. What does scotch taste like?
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
It's lighter and more "clean" than Bourbon.
@JohnRoberts (109857)
• Los Angeles, California
11 Jun 18
Cheers, mate.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
Merci.
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@cintol (11261)
• United States
11 Jun 18
Wow, good job, I hope you feel good about your decision. What did that woman say when you guys quit, was she upset or does she feel she will now get the attention she deserves with no competition and no music lol
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
That's a good question! I just called her and left her a phone message. I also talked to Bruce, who is an old friend and jam buddy. He has just joined the band. I don't know how long he'll last.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
@cintol We'll see what happens. I'm glad I still have several musical outlets.
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@cintol (11261)
• United States
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse Well she will be sorry she lost you all, I hope your other buddy fairs better or you can all get a band going together without her in it.
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@aureliah (24319)
• Kenya
13 Jun 18
Sounds like you had a very good evening. I buy myself something that I can wear. Heels or a dress
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 Jun 18
Can you explain why women like "heels"? I cannot understand them. They make women look uncomfortable and unathletic while walking.
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@aureliah (24319)
• Kenya
15 Jun 18
@TheHorse I have perfected the art of walking in them. Heels boost my confidence. Personally I die for another pair of heels.
@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
10 Jun 18
Hi Colin. I am happy for you! This calls for a celebration. I always myself with my pamper time moments.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
Heh. We all pamper ourselves in different ways. I might go cycling or take a hike.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 Jun 18
@mlgen1037 Oh, absolutely. Stop on by.
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@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
12 Jun 18
@TheHorse Indeed. May I join you?
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@Starmaiden (9311)
• Canada
10 Jun 18
I just buy some new clothes, shoes and get my hair done, then I go out for a night on the town. Check out the theatre or a concert.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 Jun 18
Heh. I don't have enough hair to get it done.
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• Canada
11 Jun 18
@TheHorse Your hair is the least of your worries. (Pun intended)
@Peach10 (1920)
11 Jun 18
A vacation is a good reward or a dinner in a good place I like with my family.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
Playing (new) music with friends was a good celebration. Have you heard my YouTube videos?
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 Jun 18
@Peach10 Here's a link.
"Pancho and Lefty" by Townes Van Zandt Colin H. Sacks - vocals, guitars and bass Recorded by - Michael Stenberg Like and Subscribe for more songs and videos :)
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@Peach10 (1920)
12 Jun 18
@TheHorse you have? Share please
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• India
12 Jun 18
Well, I love to celebrate by spending time with the loved ones and talking to them about my achievements.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Jun 18
What's your favorite achievement to talk about? I enjoy talking about common interests.
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@TheHorse (205279)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 Jun 18
@SiddharthV What kind of course?
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• India
12 Jun 18
@TheHorse I have cleared one of the most toughest course in my country in my first attempt and I am really proud of that.
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