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  • #181
    Horse_Poor,

    The foxhounds hounds and I are very sad for you.

    ol'hound

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    • #182
      You picked a beautiful day to let him be free.
      I know it ws a hard decision,but the right one.
      mm

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      • #183
        <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by horse_poor:
        No Portia, Aero is a brandy kinda guy <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
        Of course he is, how silly of me. In honor of the arrival of his Royal personage, I'm sure they broke out the 15 year Calvados (Brandy made from apples, of course).

        It's Willem's insistence on following up the Brandy with tequila shots that is going to get them in trouble.
        "I don't want to sound like a broken record here, but why is it that a woman will forgive homicidal behavior in a horse, yet be highly critical of a man for leaving the toilet seat up?" Dave Barry

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        • #184
          Fortunately, being sickness-free at the Bridge means no barfing after mixing your spirits.

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          • #185
            Hugs to you from someone who has done that hard task as well. Be proud you had the courage to do the right thing and set him free. Grieve in whatever manner feels right for you, it's different for everyone. You have a lot of people thinking about you and grieving right along with you.
            Member of the Redheads with Redheads clique.
            I have a blog about Sammy: http://www.sammyssaga.blogspot.com/

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            • #186
              Big {{{HUGS}}}, so sad for you. But you know he is better now. That is the nice thing, that you wer able to do this for him.

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              • #187
                Horse_Poor, I am so sorry for you on your loss of Aero. I can't imagine what you're going through right now. I am sure he is in a better place though. I'm not sure there is anything anyone can say to help you feel better right now, but here is a poem I love that someone sent to a friend when she lost her horse:

                Don't Cry For the Horses
                by Susan Humphrey

                They were ours as a gift, but never to keep,
                As they close their eyes forever to sleep.
                Their spirits unbound,
                On silver wings they fly.
                A million white horses,
                Against the blue sky.
                Look up into heaven
                You'll see them above.
                The horses we lost,
                The horses we loved.
                Manes and tails flowing,
                As they gallop through time,
                They were never yours-they were never mine.
                Don't cry for the horses,
                They'll be back some day.
                When our time is gone,
                They will show us the way.
                Do you hear that soft nicker?
                Close to your ear?
                Don't cry for the horses,
                Love the ones that are here.

                Many condolences, Caitlin and Lovey Mae
                Caitlin
                *OMGiH I Loff my Mare* and *My Saddlebred Can Do Anything Your Horse Can Do*
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                • #188
                  And you KNOW he loved you and would never have really sold you for a quarter, I bet for anything less than 63 cents.

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                  • #189
                    I'm so sorry Horse_poor. It's alot to deal with in one day. I'm positive everyone reading this knows you did the right thing and will be thinking about you and Aero.
                    Riding is simple, it just isn\'t easy.

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                    • #190
                      horse_poor...

                      Reading this thread brought back alot of my own memories. I commend you for being so brave. I know Aero and my Recondo are at the rainbow bridge having a great time. Stay strong!

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                      • #191
                        I'm SO sorry for your loss, Horse_poor. It brings back a lot of memories for me as well.
                        You did the right thing. Aero is now pain free and you'll always remember him.
                        Time DOES heal.
                        Ottbs - The finish line is only the beginning!

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                        • #192
                          Horse_Poor,
                          I am so profoundly sad at your loss. I never met Aero, but I sit here sobbing upon reading of his passing. Aero was one of the lucky ones to have had such a kind and loving owner in you. He is at peace now, please take comfort in knowing you did all that you could and gave him a wonderful life.

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                          • #193
                            Dear Molly,

                            I am truely sorry for your loss. Rest assured you did the best thing you could for Aero.

                            Aero was truely blessed, because he was loved, and that is the greatest gift of all.

                            Huggs to you, and Alex, and many, many snuffles from Dixie & Jack.
                            A friend is someone who walks in the door when everyone else walks out.

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                            • #194
                              Be comforted that You found the strength to set him free.
                              http://www.chronicleofmyhorse.com/profile/blackstallion

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                              • #195
                                h_p, you are brave and this was the right thing, but it's so terribly sad all the same. I'm crying becuase I knew him from the boards - I can only imagine how it must be for you. Take care of yourself and know you did the right thing.

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                                • #196
                                  Molly,

                                  I love you.....remember to call me regardless of time of day the rest of this week or this weekend. I'll have my cell with me.

                                  Aero is free and wonderful and happy as can be right now. I just know he's looking down on you and trying to figure out a way to help you stop grieving so hard. I'm also sure YoYo and Willem are tugging at his shoulder trying to get him to Committee Class on time. Trust me....you know I now know this from recent experience. Instead of the "3 Tenors" the Rainbow Bridge is now home to the "3 Chestnuts".....folk music, Santana, Led Zep --- can't you just hear them! Just as you said earlier, they are probably arguing that they are simply not plain ol chestnut -- they are copper, bronze, golden, etc, etc. Nothing plain about these 3 for sure. Love you lady....stay strong and know many, many of us are thinking of you and sending hugs.

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                                  • #197
                                    Hugs to you and Areo. You did the right thing for him.

                                    As I sit here bawling - I am truly amazed at the wonderful support you have found on this BB during this time of such difficulty.

                                    You are in our prayers.
                                    Hoofbeats - my favorite music.

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                                    • #198
                                      Oh god, I am so sorry.

                                      I've tried to read this 3 times, but was bawling in public, so I had to stop. Now I'm home, and I am truly truly sorry.

                                      You did the right thing for him, and he never doubted that you loved him, and love him still.

                                      He is up there with my beautiful girls Mia and Eve, and my little POA Rocky, he'll meet Aero at the brigde with some cigars, to go with the brandy.

                                      Never doubt you did the right thing, and be proud that you found the strength to help him when he asked.
                                      My treasures do not glitter or clink,
                                      they gleam in the sunlight and neigh in the night.
                                      ~bedouin proverb

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                                      • #199
                                        I am so sorry horse_poor.

                                        The last, best thing we do for our horses is let them go when it's time.
                                        Only one cat - must not be totally crazy yet!

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                                        • #200
                                          Dear Horse Poor,

                                          This is just a note to let you know what you already know - that you did exactly the right thing at the right time and in the right manner. We could all feel it.

                                          Aero went quickly and peacefully. It was very simple, straight forward and calm and he never had a moment's fear or trauma. Aeros spirit left gratefully and gracefully, off to soar out of his aging body.

                                          Your are the one left saddened. Grieve for as long as you need, and feel no remorse or guilt about it. Whenever you get too sad and miss him too much, know that he is in a place where the grass is always green and there are no bugs. He feels no pain or stiffness, nor any physical limitation. He knows no fear, and he will remain forever young. Remember the joy and happiness he gave you in all the good times, and how you shared a bond that was your destiny together.

                                          You have done a brave and wonderful thing for Aero and you handled it perfectly. Aero went with a dignity and peace befitting his devoted heart.

                                          One last thought, that no matter how deep his spirit sleeps, not all the power of death will keep him from hearing you call his name when you remember him. Bury him deep within your heart and he will stay with you forever.

                                          Sincerely,
                                          Leslie

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