tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post8631229110598240099..comments2023-05-24T07:46:25.592-07:00Comments on Green n Green = Black n Blue: Broken HeartBrooke (FBX Adventures - In Parenting) http://www.blogger.com/profile/17040183680228006616noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-35928736596920483132010-11-22T13:26:22.363-08:002010-11-22T13:26:22.363-08:00I am sorry. You are an admirable horse woman, thi...I am sorry. You are an admirable horse woman, thinking of your horse to the last moment.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07335385366138424092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-75576837948339663102010-11-22T10:22:07.953-08:002010-11-22T10:22:07.953-08:00I am saddened to hear this. Having just made a smi...I am saddened to hear this. Having just made a smiliar decision myself, I know what you must be feeling. <br /><br />I might add, I must also deal with "the truck." It is against the law in my county to bury a horse on your property. Lots of people do it, I'm told but not me. My property is mostly wetlands and to do so would be irresponsible and put the rest of my horses in jeopardy so I must deal with that truck and I, too, feel like it makes things all the worse. <br /><br />Life just is not fair sometimes no matter how hard we try and it sucks. I'm so sorry you're having to go through this.Rising Rainbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04239592070775412669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-269812822130067282010-11-22T07:22:08.622-08:002010-11-22T07:22:08.622-08:00I am so sorry to hear that you are having such dif...I am so sorry to hear that you are having such difficult time with the EPM. I don't know if this will help (or maybe you know about it already) but there is a company called Photonic Health that distributes the Acu-Light system. They have a great website with lots of testimonials and I am sure you could give them a call to see if they think that EPM is something that this could help. Their website is http://www.photonichealth.com/horse-s/5.htm. I don't have any ties to this company, I have just heard good things about it. Parelli's use it a lot. Good luck!Megannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-52936154967043130472010-11-22T04:59:30.029-08:002010-11-22T04:59:30.029-08:00Oh no :( :( I so so so so so sorry to hear this. T...Oh no :( :( I so so so so so sorry to hear this. This is a heartbreaking time in your life, but you have always done the best for your mare, and are still doing the best. If she had ended up in someone else's hands, who knows what prolonged suffering she might have had to endure. You are giving her freedom and peace, no matter how much it hurts right now. Denali has two of my goofy geldings waiting up there to go play with... you tell her to say hi for me. <br />And hang in there. If you ever need anything, please reach out to any or all of us. We are all here for you through this.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15902291220984883182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-63660557471624087242010-11-21T19:51:51.651-08:002010-11-21T19:51:51.651-08:00Just know that Denali is a very lucky girl to have...Just know that Denali is a very lucky girl to have been loved by you (and your husband).<br />You have done all, and more, for her and sometimes it's best to let them go before they are begging for it.<br />I'm so sorry.....I'm here for you if you want to talk/vent/scream/cry, etc.Kristen Eleni Shellenbargerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01458744919530540978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-88720335665635637542010-11-21T15:45:56.365-08:002010-11-21T15:45:56.365-08:00I'm so, so, so sorry. That's so incredibly...I'm so, so, so sorry. That's so incredibly sad. You gave Denali the best gift of all, though. Even through all the rough parts you loved her and that's sometimes the best we can do for our horses, love them with all our might. Many hugs to you and Denali!Marehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16127842562111344534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-82733962305750137402010-11-21T14:52:37.826-08:002010-11-21T14:52:37.826-08:00I am so sorry for you. You are doing what is best ...I am so sorry for you. You are doing what is best for Denali. You are being selfless. I know someone who kept their horse around because they didnt want to deal with the heart ache of letting go, watching that horse suffer killed me. Know that you are making the right choice for her. No horse should have to hurt all the time, or spend so much time in a stall, only to possibly not get better. You are in my prayers now more than ever. I am so so sorry =(Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02844974514914297087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-82048918048749326792010-11-21T13:43:11.952-08:002010-11-21T13:43:11.952-08:00No words from me can make this any better, but kno...No words from me can make this any better, but know you're in my thoughts and I will pray that God gives you strength during such a difficult time.<br /><br />Denali knows you love her and you have gone above and beyond for her, so please don't be so hard on yourself. I know that's easier said than done, but you have done great things for her.<br /><br />I agree with a few other posters here about taking a little bit of her tail... It's something you can cherish for a long time.<br /><br />I'm so very sorry.in2paintshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15721328264615241612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-52044245219358047212010-11-20T22:48:02.606-08:002010-11-20T22:48:02.606-08:00I loved hearing your stories with Denali. You and...I loved hearing your stories with Denali. You and Denali helped me keep up the hope when my OTTB was acting silly and crazy. I knew we weren't alone and that I wasn't crazy for keeping him! I'm so sorry that this is happening. You've done a great job with her and she was lucky to have found you...<br />Take care of yourself.Laceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10997471249362143966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-25847710845887362582010-11-20T21:54:30.974-08:002010-11-20T21:54:30.974-08:00Nothing anyone says can stop the hurt - but know t...Nothing anyone says can stop the hurt - but know that you have a whole community of horse lovers rallied around you & Miss D right now, wishing the both of you all the best. How heartbreaking it must be for you, I am so unbelivably sorry. You are doing what's right for her, and you have done EVERYTHING you could do. EVERYTHING that ANYONE could do. You gave her everything you could, and everything she deserved. There was such a huge possibility her life would have ended far sooner and far more painfully had you not bid on her. You know as well as anyone else, most auction horses don't end up in homes with horse mom's who are willing to go to the lengths you have for Denali. She is so lucky to have you, a mom who is willing to put her own emotions aside to do what's best for her. My heart breaks for you. Prayers are headed your way.Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07725804934293810949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-72930343013004063292010-11-20T19:58:01.370-08:002010-11-20T19:58:01.370-08:00Don't say she deserved more than you could giv...Don't say she deserved more than you could give. You gave more than most - planting grass for her, massage, fund raising, vets, etc., etc. You went way above and beyond and made her life happy. <br />I'm so sorry to read of this. You're doing the right thing for her again.Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17207626703988850059noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-1720480423347271322010-11-20T19:39:35.517-08:002010-11-20T19:39:35.517-08:00I am so, so sorry... I really, really hoped she...I am so, so sorry... I really, really hoped she'd improve.<br /><br />She has an amazing, selfless owner though. I think any horse would love to have you.Seindriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08401712658310270831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-48772980132673803712010-11-20T19:35:41.641-08:002010-11-20T19:35:41.641-08:00I am so, so, sorry. I never comment, but have been...I am so, so, sorry. I never comment, but have been following your blog forever because Denali and my little mare are so much alike, and I love her for it :)<br />You've done so much for her. I can't believe what a strong person you are, always making the right decisions for Denali, even when it's not the easiest. <br />I remember reading early in your blog that when you went to the auction, you had an instant connection. I really think everything happens for a reason, and I think you've been the best thing that could have ever happened to Denali. She's one lucky horse to have you. I'll be thinking of you and wishing you both the best over the next while. Thanks so much for sharing Denali with us via your blog... I'm pretty sure she's wormed her way into a lot more hearts than mine :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-55374851503691807462010-11-20T19:33:16.486-08:002010-11-20T19:33:16.486-08:00SAD,Oh lovely Danali mare and you must be broken u...SAD,Oh lovely Danali mare and you must be broken up. She is so, so very fortunate to have you for a caretaker..youv'e done your best and all yuo could. My prayers are for you and she and all involved. I really wish there were another way..<br />You are making a good decision...when it is for her.<br />XO<br />KKallhorsestuffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05301081722884351021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-10614818817656543942010-11-20T19:03:22.962-08:002010-11-20T19:03:22.962-08:00I am so terribly sorry. I have had to put horses d...I am so terribly sorry. I have had to put horses down before and it's the most lonely feeling in the world.<br />Remember to get some of her tail/mane hair. If in the future you fancy getting it made into a piece of jewelery or other memento send me an e-mail.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14523660446608394720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-10984941249072880012010-11-20T19:01:42.880-08:002010-11-20T19:01:42.880-08:00Oh no no no. My heart just broke into a million l...Oh no no no. My heart just broke into a million little pieces for you. I am praying for you.Nicku Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07006911603623063201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-66214718157363108032010-11-20T18:11:38.626-08:002010-11-20T18:11:38.626-08:00Oh my dear. I'm so sorry that this has to happ...Oh my dear. I'm so sorry that this has to happen to you and your wonderful mare. Just know that you were probably the best thing that has happened to Denali and she will impact your life for the rest of yours. You did everything you could for her, but unfortunately, life is cruel.<br /><br />I agree with Frizzle, take some of her mane and tail before her time is up and get something made from it. I did that when my 2-year old died. I had no chance of saving him, you tried everything. <br /><br />Prayers and hugsJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05662570477040740415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-33758891788205332422010-11-20T17:07:35.895-08:002010-11-20T17:07:35.895-08:00Oh, my god. I am so, so sorry you are having to go...Oh, my god. I am so, so sorry you are having to go through this. I know your kindness is what is giving Denali the best care she could ever have, all the way up to and including making what you feel is the right decision for her, but none of that changes how hard it is for you and your husband. Please don't ever believe that Denali deserved more than you - you were her lottery prize and greatest advocate and you will be until she's gone.Muddy Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07937615888562277779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-58633449166608105122010-11-20T15:52:33.298-08:002010-11-20T15:52:33.298-08:00oh I am so sorry. I have an ache in my stomach ju...oh I am so sorry. I have an ache in my stomach just reading this so I cannot even begin to imagine how your heart aches. I am praying for you every day. <br /><br />What a blessing Denali has been in your life. You have had so many great memories with her, try to hold onto those happy times during this time of pain. <br /><br />And just like everyone has said, don't ever doubt that you didn't give her everything she needed or even could have asked for. You rescued her from an auction and gave her the life of a princess. You have been an outstanding mom to her, one that I would trust both of my babies to. <br /><br />Praying for you in these times, I wish I could take it all away from you.Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10984295912656964300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-41078007362729861172010-11-20T15:11:32.413-08:002010-11-20T15:11:32.413-08:00It is so, so hard to let them go, but every horse ...It is so, so hard to let them go, but every horse leaves of piece of themselves in your heart that you can go and visit whenever you want.<br /><br />I hope you and Denali can make the most of your remaining time together.smazourekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03029180368325070266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-23953592402142019712010-11-20T14:34:59.367-08:002010-11-20T14:34:59.367-08:00I am so, so sorry that it came to this. Please do ...I am so, so sorry that it came to this. Please do what you need to do to maximize your time with Denali but know that so many are behind you in your decisions. I wish I could do/say more, just know that many are behind you and support you. <br /><br />Many more hugs (hoping the people vet was able to help you some).WishIHadAHorseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08658225870536527537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-13270451355681067122010-11-20T14:20:43.306-08:002010-11-20T14:20:43.306-08:00I'm so sorry. I know it's the hardest deci...I'm so sorry. I know it's the hardest decision we can make, but sometimes it's the only one we can make. <br />I want to let you know about a company called perpetua, they make beautiful jewelry from our pets dna. I have 3 so far of my babies and odd as it sounds it helps to think they are with me. If you can't find them online you can type in zoogen, they are a veterinary dna service that's the parent company of perpetua.<br />Hugs.Weaseldancrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05609414028856077182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-77489090205856770292010-11-20T14:11:22.611-08:002010-11-20T14:11:22.611-08:00You and Denali have been such as inspiration. Aft...You and Denali have been such as inspiration. After stumbling across your blog last year, I looked forward to every update to see how you all were doing. <br /><br />Even though we have never met, please know that you have friends in Texas who care about you and Denali. You are so lucky to have had each other.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00672160602159828995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-20044995986547263722010-11-20T13:52:31.833-08:002010-11-20T13:52:31.833-08:00This is the hardest thing you will ever do, but kn...This is the hardest thing you will ever do, but know in your heart its the best thing for Denali! You will remember her forever and the pain while unbearable now will lessen with time. All our love to you your in my prayers tonight!Cashsmomnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52371353161094311.post-22358804639910810932010-11-20T11:57:45.706-08:002010-11-20T11:57:45.706-08:00Aaaawww, girl, that's heartbreaking.
I know t...Aaaawww, girl, that's heartbreaking. <br />I know that nothing we say can take away your pain, but please know that there are a lot of us out here thinking of you and your sweet mare. <br />You did absolutely everything that could be done for Denali; unfortunately, sometimes even our best efforts aren't enough. But please take comfort in the fact that you gave Denali an amazing life, and you fought for her every inch of the way. Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is take their pain and make it our own. You are being brave and selfless by keeping Denali's best interests at heart.<br />As for practical matters, can't you leave that up to your vet? I know I did when my lovely boy passed away. And, PLEASE, don't stay when the truck comes. I have seen a lot of horses taken off, but I left the barn as soon as they came for Mac. I just didn't need to see that. Sorry if this is upsetting, I am just trying to spare you some small amount of pain.<br />Also, I don't know if you've thought of this, but you might want to take some clippings from Denali's mane and tail. I did this with Mac, and plan to have something made out of them by Treasured Tails (http://www.treasuredtails.us/). I also had my vet pull one of Mac's shoes for me; I just wanted some little piece of him to keep with me.<br />*Hugs* to you and Denali. Please enjoy every second that you have with your girl.Frizzlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03084225669041286128noreply@blogger.com