Quote Originally Posted by BleeckerSt_Girl View Post

And people who purposely make you feel crummy because you don't have some expensive material object like they have are shallow. The hell with them and their superficial values. Often we take on the attitudes of those we surround ourselves with. Consider making changes in your life plan that will cause you to associate with more positive people and fewer negative ones. Such changes can be small and still make a difference.
Can't you tell these "friends" to buzz off? I think you're fortunate to be able to keep a horse. I had to give mine up years ago. I do seriously question friends that put you down for a bike like the one you built. I would be very proud of it and I would give my "friends" a good talking about how they are HURTING my feelings.