JA Workers & Residents

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Justice Acres Hired Workers

[/b] Sigourney (Sig-or-nee) Garmez
Nickname: Lani
Age: 20
Family:
- Father [Unknown]
- Mother [Elyssa Trescott]
- Siblings [Unknown]
Nationality: American [Of German Heritage]
Current Status: Single
Crushing?: Nope
Description: Lani is very modest about her looks, and is usually seen in her work uniform - a comfortable Tee and jeans. She has large hazel eyes that can see right into you, and she usually uses that to her advantage. Lani keeps her natural hair color, but fusses about her stick straight hair; she curls it a lot.
Personality: Ever since Lani came to work at Justice Acres, the once extremely reserved girl has begun to emerge from her shell and is becoming more confident in company. She has a good sense of humor, and feels that a laugh and a Starbucks can cure anything. But even if you get to know Lani well, there is always a strong reserve deep inside, like she's trying to barricade something inside...
Likes:
+ Horses
+ Trail Riding
+ Starbucks
+ Inside Jokes
+ Swimming
+ Cats/Dogs
+ Experimenting w/ Food
Dislikes:
- Cheaters
- Liars
- Scam Artists (Grr)
- Getting Sick
- Loose Morals
- Overcooked Spaghetti
History:
Sigourney - She likes to be called Lani - has had a very hard past, and has only spilled the truth to only those that she trusts extremely. Lani was born of a prostitute in a brothel, in the middle of a very shady part of town. Lani's heart was tortured, knowing that she was the outcome of an unsuccessful abortion, and that her mother wished she was never born. Lani boarded at the brothel with her mother, and so unfortunately she needed to begin to 'work' to pay off her rent since her mother didn't care to do it for her. For years this went on until Lani was fourteen. It was then that she met Martha, an angelic Christian woman who had come to town as a missionary. The woman was Lani's savior, as she helped the young girl escape and find another home far from town where she began to work at the local barn. That was where Lani's first exposure to horses came from. The owner of the stables soon realized that Lani had a natural gift with horses, and began teaching her how to ride and train. Because Lani didn't want to keep her mother's last name, she took up the last name of her trainer and mentor, Hugo Garmez. It wasn't long before Lani was entered in a couple of small town shows, and came back proudly with ribbons. When Lani turned eighteen, she got a job with Conner Duce, and here she stays. Lani loves everything about her job here, and everyone involved in it. The start of her real life is just beginning...
Favorite Horse: Lani's favorite horse is hands down Splash of Luck. She was the one who really got the mare into showing, and bringing home ribbons. Lani loves three day eventing with the gypsy vanner, and is always spending her extra time with Splash.
Job: Stablehand. Rider, Trainer
Where she lives: JA's on-site housing

Full Name: Chris Miller
Nickname: Chris
Age: 20
Family:
- Father: Jonathon Miller
- Mother: Eliza Birmingham Miller
- Sibling(s): Jake Miller
Nationality: Canada
Current Status: Single
Crushing?: Amber Sully
Description: Chris has been known to have mustang eyes that can read you like an open book, and yet they can hide his feelings very well. Chris is pretty tall for a jockey, and has short, dark brown hair with blonde hilights. Chris wouldn't dream of wearing anything else besides his faithful jeans, T-shirts and white Stetson. But when an event calls for formal attire, Chris can clean up real good.
Personality: Chris has a very happy-go-lucky attitude. He loves to joke around and just have a good time, but when you ask something too personal, Chris just shuts down.
Likes:
+ Horses
+ Racing
+ Football Parties
+ Surfboarding
+ Cats/Dogs
+ Guitar
Dislikes:
- Cheaters
- Liars
- Scam Artists (Get a life)
- Broken Bones
- Missing a Meal
History:
Only two people really know about Chris’ past, but otherwise he keeps it a secret. The only public information is that Chris one day showed up at Mr. Duce’s front door wanting to interview for the job of stable hand. Chris nearly didn’t get the job because he refused to let on to his history, but after a short trial period, Mr. Duce couldn’t stand to see him go. Now, Chris is one of Mr. Duce’s most trustworthy employees.
Favorite Horse: War Flag was Chris' favorite until the very end, because Chris was the one to start training him and discover his talent for racing. And even though Jag has passed on, Chris still adores him. But other than Jag, another favorite of his is Just Kiss the Girl, and Blueberry Pancakes is his boy.
Job: Stablehand, Jockey, Rider, Trainer
Where he lives: JA's on-site housing
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Full Name: Connor Duce
Age: 48
Family:
- Father [James Duce]
- Mother [Ashley Martin Duce]
- Sibling(s) [Ford Duce (50)]
- Wife [Melissa Duce] [Celia (Deceased)]
- Children [Michael, Emily]
Nationality: American
Current Status: Married to Melissa [8 years]
Description: More gray than blonde hairs, stands at about 5'11 and has green eyes.
Personality: Very laid back and easy to be around. Extremely ambitious and very supportive, but he won't put up with nonsense.
History:
Grew up on a horse farm, and competed at a young age. Met and married Celia, who was very supportive of his riding ambitions and traveled with him to all of his competitions. When Celia suffered a fatal riding accident, Connor refused to ride again and went into business with his brother. Connor didn't realize how much he missed horses until he met Melissa eight years later, and she renewed his love for riding. Now they are married and have two children of their own, and Connor is dedicated to both raising his family and making Justice Acres an elite breeding and training farm.
Favorite Horse: Ever since Thee Warning came to the farm, Mr. Duce has become very attached to her, and their mutual bond is evident as they work the young horses on the track and spend time trail riding together alongside Melissa and Sweeping Victory.
Job: Justice Acres Owner and Founder, Trainer
Where he lives: In the main house

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Full Name: Melissa Testa Duce
Age: 44
Family:
- Father [Luke Testa]
- Mother [Gabrielle Chanel Testa]
- Sibling(s) [Lucy (46), Troy(40)]
- Husband [Connor Duce]
- Children [Michael, Emily]
Nationality: 1/2 American 1/2 French
Current Status: Married to Connor [8 years]
Description: Short blonde hair with the bluest eyes you will ever see. Shorter than Connor at 5'7, but has a big smile, and is always using it.
Personality: One of the most agreeable people you will ever meet, and is extremely patient. She can be stubborn however, and will be strict when she needs to.
History:
Favorite Horse:
Job: Co-Owner of Justice Acres, trainer
Where she lives: In the main house

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Full Name: Michael [Mike] Duce
Age: 8
Family:
- Father [Connor Duce]
- Mother [Melissa Martin Duce]
- Sibling(s) [Emily (6)]
Nationality: American
Description: He's growing like a weed. Dark blonde hair, and grayish blue eyes; a huge smile that he uses all the time.
Personality: Mike is growing up fast, and can't stay in the same shoes for three weeks. He adores the horses, and knows his way around them like the back of his hand. Mike can be extremely stubborn, and hates to admit he's wrong. And even though he won't own up to it - once he learns something is wrong - Mike won't ever do it again.
History:
Born and raised in the suburbs, until his dad moved them all out to a run down farm, to live out his dream. Mike is a quick learner, and so it didn't take long for him to know how to get around the horses and for everyone else to know that he was addicted to them. Mike rode Dimples until he outgrew the little Shetland, and has moved up to a bigger pony who is better suited for his riding level. Mike is now starting to compete in small, local shows, and is doing very well.
Favorite Horse: Mike's new pony, Watch me Roar, is definitely his current favorite. It's not uncommon to see Tiger following Mike around like a pet dog, and they love to go trail riding together. However, Dimples still holds a firm place in Mike's heart.
Where he lives: In the main house

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Full Name: Emily Clarice Duce
Age: 6
Family:
- Father [Connor Duce]
- Mother [Melissa Martin Duce]
- Sibling(s) [Michael (8)]
Nationality: American
Description: Hair like her mother, and a smile like her too. She has violet gray eyes, and will grow to be tall like her dad.
Personality: Emily is an extremely smart little cookie. She's intelligent and decisive about everything she can be intelligent and decisive about. Like her brother, Emily is growing like a weed, and doesn't hesitate to question about anything she is curious about. But still, her favorite way to spend the day is with Dimples and her brother.
History:
Emily was born in the suburbs, and lived there until the whole family moved out to a run down farm, where her dad began living out his dream. Being four at the time, Emily couldn't have imagined anything better, and absolutely loves waking up to horses every day. And now that Emily has Dimples all to herself, she is constantly in the saddle.
Favorite Horse: Dimples. Does that need any explanation?
Where she lives: In the main house
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