I’m going on my first trail ride of 2026. My instructor’s fiancee won’t be around that day, so she’s taking me, her friend, and one of her younger students on a trail ride.

We intend to be out for 2 hours, but may make the ride longer if we collectively want to lol. I’ll be riding the horse named Ginger and I’m stoked. She’s so fun to ride and is so pretty.

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    It was valentines day yesterday here in Sweden, which I didn’t know at first.
    I invited a female friend to fika at my place, I thought she was acting kinda stiff and was wondering why, then she asked “M, do you know what day it is today?” and I just said “uhm, Saturday?” and she laughed and told me it’s valentines day.
    I felt so embarrassed, I’m both not interested in her in that way and not in a place in my life where I want a relationship or even FWB or one night stands. I apologised and explained and she thankfully accepted and understood, still felt embarrassed and dumb though.
    It was a nice fika though and I helped her figure out some personal stuff.

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    We were supposed to go to a Mardi Gras parade with family, but thankfully they cancelled. So now we’re awake early, have valentines day off together with no plans… and we’re gonna go fishing for a bit. Packing a cooler now and about to head out, then we’ll see where the day takes us! Just excited to have the day with my best friend (aka wife)

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    Sitting at home with my kids while my wife takes another course about horses. I think this time is for license to be a judge at competitions.

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    Me and my partner are doing some indoor climbing, getting lunch afterwards, getting groceries for a special dinner, cooking and dining at home, then finishing up the night with some duet Daggerheart (D&D)!

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      I find some places now wait a few days to kick in the good sales. Then stagger it to by 25%, 50%, 75%, 90%

      Its a game to figure out the sweet spot between discount and selection.

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    I’m going to keep up my tradition and send an unsolicited duck pic (yes, quack quack) to a friend.

    Then going to the science museum with a different friend.

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    I confessed to my situationship of almost 2 years that I had feelings the other day, she didn’t feel the same way. So probably not doing anything fun, all my close friends are in relationships and have plans for V-Day.

    Probably journaling and watching YouTube all day unfortunately. It’s been a rough week.

    However, I hope you enjoy your trail ride! What got you into horse riding?

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      The fact you confessed is a lot more than other guys in your position. Be proud you made yourself vulnerable and bring that confidence to the next person you are attracted to. You’ve got this king! 👑

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        Thank you for the kind words!

        Despite how empty I feel, I am still proud of myself for finally getting that off my chest. I was wanting to ask for months, but held off because I was scared it wouldn’t work out. As soon as I asked her, I felt like a pallet of bricks was lifted off my shoulders.

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      I’m sorry to hear you’re having a rough time and I hope things improve for you!

      Thank you! I grew up with horses, so I’ve always been into it. I had a ten year break starting when I was 16 before getting back into the whole equestrian thing as an adult. Been back at it for almost two years now and I actually just got official ownership the mare I’ve been rehabbing for like a year and a half. Hoping she’ll be saddle ready in the spring lol

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        Thank you for the kind words!

        I’ve never had a horse, but I’ve been around some of my friend’s parents who have horses. One runs a boarding stable and it seems like quite the handful! Though, like most animals that investment is always worth it. How old is your mare?

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          You’re welcome! Running a boarding stable is a nightmare. I’ll stick to one horse lol. She’s expensive enough lol. She’s 26, and will be turning 27 in September. I’m hoping to get her to 30. She also may be able to be ridden again if the vet gives it the okay. I’ll find out that when spring vet checks happen lol.

          If you snoop on my profile, she’s like the main thing I post lol. I’m actually going to be putting up a new pic of her in a few minutes lol.

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    I’m going out with a girl who confesses she always looks up to me and always feels at ease around me, even when I’m not saying anything.

    Then, once I’ve finished playing that gacha game, I’ll drink a beer and go to bed.

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    We don’t celebrate valentine’s day so just staying home doing weekly chores.

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    My partner and I are getting haircuts and beautifying ourselves before getting fuckin gakked on drugs all night at home with our cats. I’m very excited.

    Edit: oh and eating pieces of sushi whenever we can throughout the night