Interview with trialsmama by red_chick94:
Hi trialsmama! How did you feel when you received the email asking me if I could interview you?
•Hi back, Red! How did I feel? Outrageously special! I felt as if I had "arrived" on Howrse.
You have a lot of family on Howrse, but who found Howrse in the first place?
•Of my 7 kids, 5 have accounts. My oldest, aqua2007, is the reason we're all on Howrse. She had been searching for an online horse game for awhile before she found Howrse, in May of 2007. She encouraged me to join for months before I finally relented! (Nov. 2007) Then, a series of incidents, (birth of a child, serious health concerns of my husband) led me away from Howrse for a long time. But I'm back now!
Your avatar is currently one that is against bullying. What inspired you to have that avatar?
•I had seen some comments about bullying and chrissyh in the forums. I'm sorry guys, but she works and has worked her tail off to get where she is! Rather than disparaging remarks about her, we should all be asking advise. Or hovering outside her abode waiting for her Yoda-like wisdom.
Also, since I found my first divine in an HOP, I have experienced all kinds of negative messaging. I sometimes wonder if that fact that "Mama" is in my username, predisposes me to children requesting my good bits.
You have the Pegasus account add on. What do you like most about it?
•I love the Pegasus Account!! I love the customizing of my page! But my favorite is the UFO's. I've never been a player who finds the good UFO's. My son, dinokid, has found Golden Apple & HOP UFO's, you know, GOOD stuff. Not me. So now, I have a chance to choose what flies on my page. Currently, it's only the Black Orchid, but to somebody out there, that'll come in handy.
You breed unicorns. Do you find it fun and easy to do or do you like it because it’s a challenge?
•While fun, it is definitely not easy. And I guess I do thrive on a good challenge.
Currently I’ve seen you in the top 20 popularity ranking a lot. Is this something you’d like to keep doing or was it a one of to see if you could do it?
•You know, I really didn't put a lot of emphasis into it at first. I like to visit people's pages and find out who is also playing. So, it's no big stretch to congratulate them. A few years ago, Howrse had a series of "Achievements". I had completed everything up until level 9. I couldn't clear the "get your EC into the top 500" achievement. It held me up until I finally gave up. And in my real life, things took precedence over my "funtime". This time, I already had an understanding of how to get into the top for the objectives. And here I am. And who doesn't like to be popular?!
You got a sapphire in the potions. Well done. What did you think of the potion contest?
•I loved the potions contest! It was trickier than I first expected. 15 ingredients of your choice wasn't exactly clear that they all have to be the same fruit. Thanks dinokid! for having more sense than me. Leave it to a 13 year old! I am in awe, as well, of the players who mixed up 2 and 3 Sapphires! I wonder how hard that was getting 135 of 1 fruit for that third potion....
Your life must be busy with seven kids! What is your daily schedule?
•My daily schedule varies daily. I like to get up early and make sure we've all done our chores, I know, sounds terrible, but necessary. In schooltime, we have lessons early, between 10 and 2. With educational tv and/or video in the afternoon. But right now, it's summer! So there are no rules, only fun! I do expect daily chores to be done though. And there isn't much else to do here in Oklahoma than stay inside where it's cool. The daytime temp's been over 100º for the last month and a half. I'm so grateful for air conditioning! Whew!
If you had to describe your life with one word, what would you chose?
•I would choose "happy". I'm surrounded by people I love and admire, (my kids, of course). I've never known a time when I was more settled.
You can now make companion coats and backgrounds with the creation space. Have you seen any that have stood out to you?
• I really like the background "Ancient Gate". Cherry blossoms make me happy.
The water balloon contest has just been! What was the best water balloon you sent and the best water balloon you received?
•The best water balloon I received was a Horn of Plenty from Columbine_12. Wow! What a sweetie! The best that I've sent was a Piece of Cloud.
Let’s get your opinion. Howrse recently joined up with Ubisoft, (see events forum). What is your views and opinions on this?
•Ubisoft owning Howrse will definitely lend credence to the site. Already my husband, who plays Ubisoft games on his PS3, acknowledges it more. I think it's great that the creators of Howrse will get paid for their creation. In this economy, it's wonderful that anyone can come up with an idea that can become a paycheck. I know kids, who cares about economy and earning wages?! Well, you will one day, so start thinking of a way to make your fun pay!
Have you ever spotted anything weird on Howrse? If so, what?
•Hmm, well I have to mention, I think some of the content appearing on pages as weird. I love to read about people who ride in RL or own horses, show horses, ever had a horse experience. I like to find out about who I play with. I just don't want Howrse to become a dating site. Do you ride? Do you like horses? Let's keep Howrse a safe environment for little kids.
Gamewise weird, yes. When you sell a non-unicowrn to the safe haven, it disappears. The parent's info acknowledges a covering, but doesn't show them in offspring anymore.
Who inspires you on this game?
•Who truly inspires me on this game are the people who have fun. The players that are happy with their lot on Howrse and don't complain about what others have and they don't. But in terms of actual players, the list begins:
chissyh - for getting to the top and staying there
Sissy Long Stockings - for being firm and being respected
red_chick 94 - because she's nice and approachable even being #13 in the general ranking! And she sports "The" Keifer Sutherland as her avatar!
~flutterflower~ - even though she stomped me out of the top 5, she is a sweetheart!
#1 Mema - she gets around this site!
PJseashore1 - for overcoming so much and finding the time to play here.
Blazin SaddleZ - for not taking any guff and making it fun!
all my kid players - because it takes commitment to stay on Howrse.
I could go on and on. I've met some really nice people here on Howrse
How often are you on Howrse?
•I get on Howrse anytime I can. I do eat a lot of meals in front of my monitor.
What do you do in real life? (Hobbies, work etc)
•My hobbies include: sewing, reading, shopping, green thumbing, swimming and general Howrsing around
Do you have any favourite foods, music, drinks and shows?
•Mmm, favorites... chocolate, coffee, a lot of reality tv (one day I hope to go on Survivor, I'll make sure you all know if I do ). Music: I have varied tastes. I listen to nearly everything save death metal. If I can't understand what they're saying, forget it. Currently on my mp3 player: Beastie Boys, Eminem, Lady GaGa, Katy Perry, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Nickelback, Theory of a Deadman, Carrie Underwood (fellow Oklahoma, gotta give support ), Nick Jonas & the Admin, The music from Phantom of the Opera. Wasn't kidding was I? Seriously! Varied tastes.
Finally... [requested from a player] Do you plan on getting into the top 20 anytime soon?
•I would love to get into the top 20 of the general, I just don't think I'll have the time allowances to make it happen. Already I'm feeling stretched thin. School will begin soon, so time will be precious. We'll see!
*I have copied this interview with both red_chick94's and trialsmama's written permission.*
Please do not copy or edit in this interview without mine or trialsmama's permission. I apologize for any mistakes. Hope you enjoy! Look out for more interviews coming soon.
•Hi back, Red! How did I feel? Outrageously special! I felt as if I had "arrived" on Howrse.
You have a lot of family on Howrse, but who found Howrse in the first place?
•Of my 7 kids, 5 have accounts. My oldest, aqua2007, is the reason we're all on Howrse. She had been searching for an online horse game for awhile before she found Howrse, in May of 2007. She encouraged me to join for months before I finally relented! (Nov. 2007) Then, a series of incidents, (birth of a child, serious health concerns of my husband) led me away from Howrse for a long time. But I'm back now!
Your avatar is currently one that is against bullying. What inspired you to have that avatar?
•I had seen some comments about bullying and chrissyh in the forums. I'm sorry guys, but she works and has worked her tail off to get where she is! Rather than disparaging remarks about her, we should all be asking advise. Or hovering outside her abode waiting for her Yoda-like wisdom.
Also, since I found my first divine in an HOP, I have experienced all kinds of negative messaging. I sometimes wonder if that fact that "Mama" is in my username, predisposes me to children requesting my good bits.
You have the Pegasus account add on. What do you like most about it?
•I love the Pegasus Account!! I love the customizing of my page! But my favorite is the UFO's. I've never been a player who finds the good UFO's. My son, dinokid, has found Golden Apple & HOP UFO's, you know, GOOD stuff. Not me. So now, I have a chance to choose what flies on my page. Currently, it's only the Black Orchid, but to somebody out there, that'll come in handy.
You breed unicorns. Do you find it fun and easy to do or do you like it because it’s a challenge?
•While fun, it is definitely not easy. And I guess I do thrive on a good challenge.
Currently I’ve seen you in the top 20 popularity ranking a lot. Is this something you’d like to keep doing or was it a one of to see if you could do it?
•You know, I really didn't put a lot of emphasis into it at first. I like to visit people's pages and find out who is also playing. So, it's no big stretch to congratulate them. A few years ago, Howrse had a series of "Achievements". I had completed everything up until level 9. I couldn't clear the "get your EC into the top 500" achievement. It held me up until I finally gave up. And in my real life, things took precedence over my "funtime". This time, I already had an understanding of how to get into the top for the objectives. And here I am. And who doesn't like to be popular?!
You got a sapphire in the potions. Well done. What did you think of the potion contest?
•I loved the potions contest! It was trickier than I first expected. 15 ingredients of your choice wasn't exactly clear that they all have to be the same fruit. Thanks dinokid! for having more sense than me. Leave it to a 13 year old! I am in awe, as well, of the players who mixed up 2 and 3 Sapphires! I wonder how hard that was getting 135 of 1 fruit for that third potion....
Your life must be busy with seven kids! What is your daily schedule?
•My daily schedule varies daily. I like to get up early and make sure we've all done our chores, I know, sounds terrible, but necessary. In schooltime, we have lessons early, between 10 and 2. With educational tv and/or video in the afternoon. But right now, it's summer! So there are no rules, only fun! I do expect daily chores to be done though. And there isn't much else to do here in Oklahoma than stay inside where it's cool. The daytime temp's been over 100º for the last month and a half. I'm so grateful for air conditioning! Whew!
If you had to describe your life with one word, what would you chose?
•I would choose "happy". I'm surrounded by people I love and admire, (my kids, of course). I've never known a time when I was more settled.
You can now make companion coats and backgrounds with the creation space. Have you seen any that have stood out to you?
• I really like the background "Ancient Gate". Cherry blossoms make me happy.
The water balloon contest has just been! What was the best water balloon you sent and the best water balloon you received?
•The best water balloon I received was a Horn of Plenty from Columbine_12. Wow! What a sweetie! The best that I've sent was a Piece of Cloud.
Let’s get your opinion. Howrse recently joined up with Ubisoft, (see events forum). What is your views and opinions on this?
•Ubisoft owning Howrse will definitely lend credence to the site. Already my husband, who plays Ubisoft games on his PS3, acknowledges it more. I think it's great that the creators of Howrse will get paid for their creation. In this economy, it's wonderful that anyone can come up with an idea that can become a paycheck. I know kids, who cares about economy and earning wages?! Well, you will one day, so start thinking of a way to make your fun pay!
Have you ever spotted anything weird on Howrse? If so, what?
•Hmm, well I have to mention, I think some of the content appearing on pages as weird. I love to read about people who ride in RL or own horses, show horses, ever had a horse experience. I like to find out about who I play with. I just don't want Howrse to become a dating site. Do you ride? Do you like horses? Let's keep Howrse a safe environment for little kids.
Gamewise weird, yes. When you sell a non-unicowrn to the safe haven, it disappears. The parent's info acknowledges a covering, but doesn't show them in offspring anymore.
Who inspires you on this game?
•Who truly inspires me on this game are the people who have fun. The players that are happy with their lot on Howrse and don't complain about what others have and they don't. But in terms of actual players, the list begins:
chissyh - for getting to the top and staying there
Sissy Long Stockings - for being firm and being respected
red_chick 94 - because she's nice and approachable even being #13 in the general ranking! And she sports "The" Keifer Sutherland as her avatar!
~flutterflower~ - even though she stomped me out of the top 5, she is a sweetheart!
#1 Mema - she gets around this site!
PJseashore1 - for overcoming so much and finding the time to play here.
Blazin SaddleZ - for not taking any guff and making it fun!
all my kid players - because it takes commitment to stay on Howrse.
I could go on and on. I've met some really nice people here on Howrse
How often are you on Howrse?
•I get on Howrse anytime I can. I do eat a lot of meals in front of my monitor.
What do you do in real life? (Hobbies, work etc)
•My hobbies include: sewing, reading, shopping, green thumbing, swimming and general Howrsing around
Do you have any favourite foods, music, drinks and shows?
•Mmm, favorites... chocolate, coffee, a lot of reality tv (one day I hope to go on Survivor, I'll make sure you all know if I do ). Music: I have varied tastes. I listen to nearly everything save death metal. If I can't understand what they're saying, forget it. Currently on my mp3 player: Beastie Boys, Eminem, Lady GaGa, Katy Perry, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Nickelback, Theory of a Deadman, Carrie Underwood (fellow Oklahoma, gotta give support ), Nick Jonas & the Admin, The music from Phantom of the Opera. Wasn't kidding was I? Seriously! Varied tastes.
Finally... [requested from a player] Do you plan on getting into the top 20 anytime soon?
•I would love to get into the top 20 of the general, I just don't think I'll have the time allowances to make it happen. Already I'm feeling stretched thin. School will begin soon, so time will be precious. We'll see!
*I have copied this interview with both red_chick94's and trialsmama's written permission.*
Please do not copy or edit in this interview without mine or trialsmama's permission. I apologize for any mistakes. Hope you enjoy! Look out for more interviews coming soon.