Sherman's Progress

Narration not really necessary!

Sherman, November 10, 2009

Sherman, March 18, 2010

Texas Instruments TI83 Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI83 Graphing Calculator

Product Description

Perhaps if we'd had this calculator in high school we would have done much better in trigonometry. The Texas Instruments TI-83 is an ideal unit for any math student, combining powerful features for graphing and statistical analysis. The LCD screen displays 16 characters over 8 lines. Though the TI-83's keyboard layout might seem daunting to those who've never laid eyes on a graphic calculator before, the helpful, if intimidatingly thick, manual will get you up and running quickly. The TI-83 includes function, parametric and polar, and sequence plot modes. You can store, graph, and analyze up to 10 functions, 6 parametric and polar functions, and 3 sequence functions. The TI-83's Draw operations allow you to annotate graphs. Along with the advanced math and science features, the TI-83 also includes such financial functions as cash flow, amortization, and time value of money. The included input-output cable lets you link the TI-83 with another TI-83 or a TI-82 for data sharing, and the optional TI-Graph Link software lets you transfer files to a PC.

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Perhaps if we'd had this calculator in high school we would have done much better in trigonometry. The Texas Instruments TI-83 is an ideal unit for any math student, combining powerful features for graphing and statistical analysis.

The LCD screen displays 16 characters over 8 lines. Though the TI-83's keyboard layout might seem daunting to those who've never laid eyes on a graphic calculator before, the helpful, if intimidatingly thick, manual will get you up and running quickly.

The TI-83 includes function, parametric and polar, and sequence plot modes. You can store, graph, and analyze up to 10 functions, 6 parametric and polar functions, and 3 sequence functions. The TI-83's Draw operations allow you to annotate graphs. Along with the advanced math and science features, the TI-83 also includes such financial functions as cash flow, amortization, and time value of money.

The included input-output cable lets you link the TI-83 with another TI-83 or a TI-82 for data sharing, and the optional TI-Graph Link software lets you transfer files to a PC.

• High contrast display
• Many graph styles to choose from
• Use side-by-side with the TI-83
• Advanced statistics and finance
• Input/Output port

Texas Instruments TI83 Graphing Calculator

Woman charged with cruelty to polo ponies dies

From the Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star:  Woman facing charges in animal cruelty case dies

(This concerns Mona's former "home.")

Mona two days after being removed from the Polo Pony Retirement Foundation.

August 8, 2009

Mona, November 7, 2009

While we were hoping to gain some insight at the trial as to why this happened to Mona and her herdmates, we can now put this behind us and focus on the future. 

Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CX Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CX Graphing Calculator

Product Description

Stay mobile, continue learning - Transfer class assignments from handheld to computer (PC and Mac). Complete work outside of school using student software. On the desktop at home or a laptop on the bus, at the library, coffee shop wherever. Visualize in full color - Color-code equations, objects, points and lines on the full-color, backlit display. Make faster, stronger connections between equations, graphs and geometric representations on screen. Real-world images - Use digital images or your own photos. Overlay and color-code math and science concepts. Discover real-world connections. Recharge with ease, the TI-Nspire Rechargeable Battery, installed with the handheld, is expected to last up to two weeks of normal use on a single charge. No alkaline batteries needed. The sleek TI-Nspire CX handheld is the thinnest and lightest TI graphing calculator model to date. It's also the brightest with a high-resolution, full-color display that makes it easy to see every exponent, variable and line. 3D Graphing - Graph and rotate (manually and automatically) 3D functions. Change the wire or surface color of your 3D graph.

• Color Screen
• Rechargeable Battery
• Thin Design

Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CX Graphing Calculator

Reiki Level 1 Workshop Nov 15

A few shots from the Reiki Level 1 Workshop at TREES today, conducted by Janet Dobbs.

TREES' Cushings Club

I just realized we frequently talk about our Cushings Club, but we've never really told you who the members are.  The official membership stands at six, but last summer's testing revealed two more may be at the jumping off point.  As we mentioned a few days ago, our new arrival, Sherman, looks pretty suspicious as well.  Not long ago, a diagnosis of "Cushings Disease," now known as PPID (Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction,) was viewed by many as a death sentence.  Not any more!

And so, without further ado...........The Traveller's Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary Cushings Club:

Nate, mid 30's

Freddy, 26

Wade, 26

Sonny, 38

Josh, late 30's?

Henry, 25

Interestingly, all are geldings.  All are managed with pergolide and a carefully controlled diet (thank to all of our visitors for being very understanding about our "No Treats" policy,) and all are retested each year with pergolide dosages adjusted accordingly. 

Infected teeth & Infected sinuses

We've seen it often enough here.  Discharge out of one nostril.  Treatment with antibiotics helps, but the infection returns in a week or two.  Hello, Dentist?

According to the abstract of this paper on  Sinus Surgery in the Horse, "the most common cause of sinus infection is extension of infection from a diseased tooth or as an aftermath to tooth repulsion." 

Long story very short........if your horse has a persistent or recurring nasal discharge, think "teeth."  To see just how little barrier there is between tooth root and sinus, visit http://www.hanne.com/teeth-photos.htm  and click on the fourth photo from the top.  Its easy to see how an infection in a tooth root can move into the sinus right next to it.

Free Webcast - Dec 15, 2009 - Supplements

From My Horse University
Free Webcast:  Nutritional Supplements for Horses
December 15, 2009
7:00 pm ET
Speaker:  Dr. Carey A. Williams,  Rutgers University

"In this hard economic environment, horse owners need to be sure they are getting the most for their money when it comes to their horse’s feeding program. Dr. Carey Williams will help demystify supplements so that you can feed your horse cost effectively with confidence. Dr. Williams will discuss a horse’s vitamin and mineral, joint, calming, herbal and various other supplements, when supplements might be beneficial, and how to use science based information to determine if your horse needs a feed supplement."

More information about the webcast and about Dr. Williams

To Register

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator

Product Description

TI-84Plus Silver Programmable Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments Inc. TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Raspberry Pink Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments Inc. TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Raspberry Pink Graphing Calculator

Product Description

Texas Instruments Inc. TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Pink Graphing Calculator (Raspberry Pink faceplate)The latest and greatest for high school students. An enhanced version of the TI-83 Plus, the nation's best-selling high school graphing calculator, the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition offers a built-in USB port, 9x the memory and 2.5x the speed of the TI-83 Plus. Already preloaded are 30 software Apps, including Cabri Jr. foralgebra and geometry and Periodic Table for science and chemistry. High-resolution, 8-line display includes horizontal and vertical split-screen options and exponents. Convert matrices to lists and vice-versa. Solve numerically for different variables in an equation with the interactive equation solver editor. Build scatter plots, xy-line plots, histograms and probability plots for statistics. Graph rectangular functions, parametric and polar expressions, and recursively-defined sequences. Practice for college-entrance exams with SAT StudyCards and official AP Biology exam review questions. Use the included cable to download new Apps, share data with a classmate or connect to any TI presentation tool and display your work to the class. Changeable color faceplates and kickstand slide case available separately. Features:* Electronically upgradeable operating system and features with extensive programming capability* 30 preloaded software Apps, including including Cabri Jr.* 9x the memory and 2.5x the speed of the TI-83 Plus* Built-in USB port and cable (included) make sharing data with a classmate easy* Prep for college with AP* Biology exam review questions andSAT StudyCards* Connect to any TI presentationtool (adapter sold separately)

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SARA Group Reiki July 17, 2010

SARA Group Reiki

Saturday, July 17, 2010 at 10:00am
Traveller's Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary
Spotsylvania, VA

TREES is a founding shelter member of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association. Practitioners participating in the SARA @ TREES program gather at the sanctuary once each month to offer healing to residents. Participating practitioners are also invited to work individually with sanctuary residents as their schedules allow.


For more info on the SARA program at Traveller's Rest, please contact Janet Dobbs at janet@animalparadisecommunication.com

TEXTI89TITANIUM - TI-89 Titanium Programmable Graphing Calculator

TEXTI89TITANIUM - TI-89 Titanium Programmable Graphing Calculator

Product Description

TI-89 Titanium Programmable Graphing Calculator

• Amortization - Yes; +/- Switch Key - No
• Backspace Key - Yes
• Base Number Calculations - Yes
• Bond Calculations - No

TEXTI89TITANIUM - TI-89 Titanium Programmable Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI-NSpire Math and Science Handheld Graphing Calculator

Texas Instruments TI-NSpire Math and Science Handheld Graphing Calculator

Product Description

The TI-Nspire handheld comes with a snap-in TI-84 Plus Keypad that provides the same keystrokes as TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus and TI-84 Plus Silver Edition graphing calculators. Whether handhelds are provided by your school or your students bring in personally-owned units, this side-by-side compatibility between TI-Nspire handhelds and existing TI graphing calculators delivers a comfortable transition to TI-Nspire technology. Inclueds USB cable for software and file downloads.

• Ideal for Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, Statistics
• Required or permitted for use on SAT,* ACT and AP* exams
• Intuitive, computer-style interface and cursor controls provide easy navigation between screens and functions
• Multiple representations offer different views of the same problem, at the same time, on one large screen
• Dynamic linking instantly reflects changes to one representation in real time to other representations of the same problem

Texas Instruments TI-NSpire Math and Science Handheld Graphing Calculator

Visit TREES at Tractor Supply Dec 19

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Bittersweet Celebration

This day is one of mixed feeings. Today we celebrate the life of a dignified and gracious mare as we, at the same time, say “goodbye.”

Very often, when a horse arrives at Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary, we don’t know what his future will hold, or how long that future will last on this earth. Until each Elder is evaluated and time unfolds, we assume we may be offering hospice care. Perhaps all we can do for this individual is keep him comfortable and well fed until physical frailty makes a good quality of life impossible.

Such is the case with Marye. Marye came to us suffering such severe, untreated, respiratory challenges that she could not or would not eat. She was emaciated and veterinary exams determined that there was a large amount of scarring in her lungs, causing greatly diminished ability to move air in and out.

In her first months at TREES, Marye responded well to treatment, first with steroid injections, then the following spring with Aeromask treatments. As the summer wore on, however, each treatment seemed to become less effective. As we tried “last resort” treatments, thankfully, winter set in and Marye’s symptoms eased, allowing her several months of deeper, relaxed breaths.

Now, spring pollens have arrived once again. As we knew they would. Marye is having respiratory difficulty again. As we knew she would. Sadly, this year, the symptoms are worse than ever and not responding to treatment in any significant way, leaving our beloved matriarch struggling for each breath.

So, as we knew it would, the time has come to make the difficult decision to say goodbye. We mourn for ourselves, knowing we will miss her quiet pride and grace. We also celebrate the last 18 months of Marye’s life on earth, knowing she was happy with her man, Wade. She had a large field in which to meander and graze rather than her previous small dusty pen. She had the company of half a dozen other horses. She had all she needed to eat. And she could breath.

This morning, a cold windy rain is falling, almost as if Mother Nature herself has mixed feelings. She is, it seems, sweeping the pollens from the air to send Marye off on a clean, cool path to her next life while, at the same time, grieving the loss of one of her children.

We too grieve the loss of a family member, but celebrate the time Marye was with us. Knowing she was pain-free and happy outweighs the grief tenfold. Marye, like the Elders before her, will remain with us in some fashion. Each resident teaches us something. All benefit the Elders who follow them.

Rest in grace, big mare.

To Alleviate Some Local Confusion:

Almost every time TREES sets up a display at a local event, we are asked "Oh, are you the place that {fill in the blank}?" or “Are you the place on {fill in the blank} Road?”. To alleviate some confusion, here are a few bits of TREES trivia:

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary specializes in the care of geriatric horses that have been abandoned or neglected or whose owners literally can no longer offer even basic care. TREES is not a retirement board facility.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary is in Spotsylvania.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary does not buy horses.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary does not “import” truckloads of horses from other parts of the county.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary only accepts as many horses as it can properly care for at the time.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary customizes a diet and care program for each horse based on its individual needs.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary feeds a high-quality, balanced feed appropriate for our residents’ needs and stage of life.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary feeds each horse separately.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary’s horses all have access to hay or pasture 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Except during meals, or in cases of a veterinarian's instruction, Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary’s horses are turned out 24/7, not kept in small pens.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary provides adequate shelter to every horse.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary documents date of arrival of every horse and condition upon arrival.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary checks on every horse a minimum of three times a day at breakfast, supper and bedtime, many times more often during the course of daily chores.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary keeps its residents on a 6-week farrier schedule, though some are trimmed more often if needed.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary consults with veterinarians regularly, often weekly, about everything from acute or chronic illnesses to allergies and alternatives to current management techniques.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary also consults with complementary practitioners on a frequent basis to augment but not replace “traditional” veterinary care.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary has each horse examined by a dentist at least annually, more often if problems arise.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary does not keep intact male horses on the property or allow residents to breed.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary’s volunteers are asked to follow policies and procedures intended to keep them AND the horses safe.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary does ask parents to remain at the farm with their children because we have neither trained daycare staff, nor a daycare insurance policy.

Traveller’s Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary continuously researches horse care options and tries to keep abreast of new developments in geriatric equine care. If we don’t know, we’ll tell you we don’t know then try our best to find an answer.

For more information, please visit TREES Facebook page or TREES web site.

It’s a Fine, Fine Life

Whenever I’m engaged in work that doesn’t require deep thinking – mucking stalls or putting out hay, for instance – I’ve noticed I almost always hum the song “It’s a Fine Life” from “Oliver!.” I’ve done this for years, not consciously, but on a very frequent basis. Granted, in the musical, Nancy was trying to convince herself that hers was a fine life, but in the case of performing TREES’ work it’s true. This is a fine life.

There are moments of stress, like welcoming a new arrival and not knowing if attempts at rehabilitation will succeed. Of course, saying goodbye to an Elder when the time comes is not a favored aspect of this work. Overall, however, the sanctuary lifestyle is very satisfying.

Much of the reward comes in seeing TREES’ residents respond to good nutrition, vet and dental care and regular visits from several practitioners of complementary techniques.

Just as rewarding, though, are the daily restorations of faith in humanity.

In general, people have enormous compassion for those who can’t help themselves, whether the helpless are two-legged or four. We are continually overwhelmed by the generosity of people who themselves have few “extras” in life: Neighbors who offer help in a snow storm; People who donate like new, but seldom used, items for tack and yard sales; Moms and Dads who drive back and forth so their children can fulfill community service projects at TREES; Supporters who cannot perform physical labor but can spend time researching or networking via computer, collecting things like proofs of purchase, or picking up supplies at local stores; Home business owners who offer services free or at a significant discount.  And, of course, the people who do the "dirty work," scooping ton after ton of poop, scrubbing water tanks, raking up old hay, etc etc etc.

All of those people, and many many more like them, find ways to help even though they may not be able to make large or frequent cash contributions. They do these “jobs” with no fanfare, no tooting of horns, and no expectations of compensation. They do it because they want to help.

Meeting such people makes this one fine, fine life.

Extra cleanup this weekend

Three inches of rain Wednesday and still coming down.

Once the "remnants" of Tropical Storm Ida depart, the horses say they MAY venture out of their sheds. Anyone with an extra hour or two to spare, Fri, Sat, or Sun would be very very much appreciated. (And you get to meet Sherman!)

Winter Feeding Arrangements

During the warm months, when there is plenty of grass, horses are able to determine their own feeding space.  Some may graze close together, others may want a larger personal bubble to feel comfortable and secure.

Now that lower temperatures have arrived and the grass is dormant in most of the US, feeding arrangements may need to be adjusted to ensure each horse receives his full portions of feed and hay.

Separate everyone at meal times to allow slower eaters to finish and to make sure less confident horses are not pushed away from their feed.

At other times of the day, make sure every horse has relaxed access to hay.  if you feed round bales, this may mean unrolling the bale to allow more timid horses space to forage.

 And, as always, feel under those winter coats and blankets to monitor body condition and adjust feed as needed.

FREE SEMINAR - Geriatric Horse Jan 12

FREE SEMINAR

Medical Conditions Affecting the Aging Horse

Rappahannock Equine Veterinary Clinic - Locust Grove, VA-

Wednesday Jan 12, 2011, 6PM.

RSVP by Jan10, 540-854-7171, or revc@rappahannock-equine.com

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.

Presented by Dr Marian Little, DVM of Boehringer Ingelheim.

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator (Packaging may vary)

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator (Packaging may vary)

Product Description

The Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator allows to view an equation, its graph, and the coordinates all at one time. Jump from point to point by entering a number. Several useful plot types are available, including scatter, box-and-whisker, XY-line, histogram, and normal probability plots. Advanced statistics and regression analysis, graphical analysis, and data analysis are readily accessed, along with features for calculus, engineering, financial, logarithm, trigonometry, and hyperbolic functions--all crucial tools for advanced analysis. With its clear display and fast processing, the calculator incorporates graphing tools for mathematics and science course work, including statistics and finance. Thirty Apps are pre-loaded. For students in math and sciences, the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is a powerful, problem-solving tool with features for storing, graphing, and analyzing up to 10 functions. Plus, it displays graphs and evaluates tables on a split screen, allowing you to trace the graph and scroll through table values simultaneously. The optional kickstand slide case is great for desktop work. The TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is powered by four AAA alkaline batteries (not included) , with an automatic shutoff to save energy. It is supported by a one-year limited warranty.

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Amazon.com Product Description Building on the hugely popular TI-83 Plus, which is perhaps the best-selling calculator of all time, the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is completely compatible with the TI-83 family. From that well-established platform, this new model adds more speed (a processor that's 2.5 times faster), an enhanced high-contrast display (eight lines by 16 characters), changeable faceplates (silver included), and a suite of 30 Apps. And with nine times more memory than the TI-83 Plus (1.54 MB of RAM, 480 KB Flash ROM), there's plenty of room for even more Apps and your own data storage.

Includes a USB Port and cable.

It also adds USB on-the-go technology (cable included) that can be used to share files with other calculators or to connect to PCs or optional presentation tools.

Thirty Apps are pre-loaded. Popular App titles include Cabri Jr., CBL/CBR, Conic Graphing, Inequality Graphing, Probability Simulations, Science Tools, StudyCards, TimeSpan, Topics in Algebra 1 Chapter 5, Topics in Algebra 1 Chapters 1-4, Transformation Graphing, and more. For students in math and sciences, the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is a powerful, problem-solving tool with features for storing, graphing, and analyzing up to 10 functions. Plus, it displays graphs and evaluates tables on a split screen, allowing you to trace the graph and scroll through table values simultaneously.

Split screen lets you view a graph and its equation at the same time.

With the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition, you can view an equation, its graph, and the coordinates all at one time. Jump from point to point by entering a number. Several useful plot types are available, including scatter, box-and-whisker, XY-line, histogram, and normal probability plots. Advanced statistics and regression analysis, graphical analysis, and data analysis are readily accessed, along with features for calculus, engineering, financial, logarithm, trigonometry, and hyperbolic functions--all crucial tools for advanced analysis. With its clear display and fast processing, the calculator incorporates graphing tools for mathematics and science course work, including statistics and finance.

The optional kickstand slide case is great for desktop work.

The TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is powered by four AAA alkaline batteries (not included) , with an automatic shutoff to save energy. It is supported by a one-year limited warranty.

Optional color faceplates add flare.

What's in the Box
TI-84 Silver Plus Silver Edition, USB cable/TI connectivity cable, silver faceplate, full reference Guidebook and , warranty information; four AAA batteries not included, alkaline recommended; color faceplates not included

• Graphing calculator handles calculus, engineering, trigonometric, and financial functions
• USB on-the-go technology for file sharing with other calculators and connecting to PCs
• 11 apps preloaded
• Displays graphs and tables on split screen to trace graph while scrolling through table values
• Backed by 1-year warranty

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Calculator (Packaging may vary)