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My 19 year old son died this morning (short update, p. 37, Alex continues to touch lives)

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  • #181
    Evalee {{{{hugs}}}}

    Lawny

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    • #182
      I am so sorry for you and your family. I have sympathy for his girlfriend too, my Boyfriend and I are only 19, but I would be devastated if anything happened. My thoughts are with you all.

      ~Tonya
      My horse isn't dead broke, but my wallet is!

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      • #183
        So sorry for your loss - you have my deepest sympathies. That is so shocking and tragic.

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        http://community.webshots.com/user/madisonav

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        • #184
          Oh Evalee...if only I could help bear some of your pain. I cannot imagine anything worse. Please share parts of Alexander's life with us when you feel up to it.

          From posts that you have written, I know enough about you to be able to say that you were a good mother and must have made him feel secure and loved.

          Some people view a glass as half full - some view it as half empty ... I spill it!

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          • #185
            I am so sorry to hear of your loss.you and your family will be in my thoughts during this tragic time.
            ~M~

            If you start getting nervous about getting hurt you will be....If you are worrying about the danger it's time to give up.
            ~Jason Weaver
            If you start getting nervous about getting hurt you will be....If you are worrying about the danger it\'s time to give up.
            ~Jason Weaver

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            • #186
              I cannot even grasp this. I am so sorry Evalee Hunter, you are in our prayers.

              **Member of the Ocularly Challenged Equine Support Group**
              **Member of the Ocularly Challenged Equine Support Group**

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              • #187
                May Alexander rest in peace,surrounded by all the loving thoughts being sent his way. I'm sending my prayers of support and strength to your family in this painful time.

                When you are on your horse you can see forever. - Victor Hugo Vidal
                Justice will only be achieved when those who are not injured by crime feel as indignant as those who are. - King Soloman (970-928B.C.)
                Justice will only be achieved when those who are not injured by crime feel as indignant as those who are. - King Soloman (970-928 B.C.)

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                • #188
                  I just logged on and saw this...

                  What a terrible, sad shock! There are no words sufficient to express my condolences to you and your family.

                  I have a daughter who is one month shy of her 20th birthday. I don't know what I would do if something happened to her.

                  We should cherish our loved ones every day because we never know if we will get another chance.

                  Founder and president of the No-Legged Rider Clique
                  Snap Dragon's mom.

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                  • #189
                    I am so sorry, I don't even know what to say. Words can't describe your loss, and my heart and thoughts go out to you, your family, and your friends... You have my deepest sympathy.

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                    • #190
                      I just logged on after Christmas with the family and saw this...its so unfair for someone so young and healthy to be taken so quickly, without warning.
                      My deepest condolences to you and your family.

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                      • #191
                        Evalee, just checking in again tonight to let you know that I've been thinking of you and your family all day.

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                        ignorance!" Officer Beck

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                        • #192
                          I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you,

                          --s.

                          Under carefully controlled conditions of breeding, training, and care, a horse will do whatever it damn well pleases.
                          Under carefully controlled conditions of breeding, training, and care, a horse will do whatever it damn well pleases.

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                          • #193
                            Evalee, you don't know me I'm sure but I first read your post this afternoon and I just had to come back tonight to send my heartfelt sympathies. I can't stop thinking about you and your family, it certainly puts today in perspective. Gifts are nice but family is the one gift that is free and one you should never take for granted.

                            Member of GUBR and OPH cliques
                            Member of Book Worms Clique and proud member of INCREDIBLE INVISIBLES.
                            Mr Wigglebottom 1999-2010. Once in a lifetime cat. Much loved, much missed.

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                            • #194
                              I am stunned. How could this be?

                              I truly am saddened and shocked to hear this news... you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am truly sorry that this has happened to you and yours.

                              cyber hugs through tears are in order...

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                              • #195
                                OMG How sorry I am for you!! But I must say if anything ever tragic happens in my life I would want your sense of composure & your ability to cope. I can't imagine what your life is like right now, but you are handling yourself in such a dignified manner. You and your husband hold each other & support one another. You will get through this.

                                ~Bev

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                                Finnegans Wake
                                1992
                                Irish Sport Horse x Hanoverian
                                16.1hh
                                bay
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                                Finnegans Wake
                                1992
                                Irish Sport Horse x Hanoverian
                                16.1hh
                                Finn's photo album http://community.webshots.com/user/finnegan24100

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                                • #196
                                  I am so sorry. What a horrible thing to happen.
                                  Comprehensive Equestrian Site Planning and Facility Design
                                  www.lynnlongplanninganddesign.com

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                                  • #197
                                    I am so sorry for your loss, and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
                                    Enron, El Ron, El Lay.

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                                    • #198
                                      You have my deepest sympathies on the tragic loss of Alexander. Please feel free to PT me if you would like someone to talk to about your son. I am available in the wee small hours of the night if you need an ear or shoulder.

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                                      • #199
                                        I am so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.
                                        Judy
                                        ~If you do what you have always done you will get what you have always gotten. ~

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                                        • #200
                                          Oh, god... there are so many words and none of them are even close to adequate. We love you and I know everyone will continue to support you throughout this. Many hugs to you.

                                          ~Erin B #1/sillypiggy.com/journal
                                          "History will be kind to me for I intend to write it." -Winston Churchill
                                          Erin B #1
                                          erinbardwell.com

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