Karen sn Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Well, every day one more thing. Only I have to say - today is the worst. We woke up this morning and the dog was in the front yard. So we ran over to the gate - sure enough it was open. Then we went looking for her. Each of us in our own direction. The neighborhood kids as well. So I went back where I just rode rode last Sunday. No horse. Went to the main road and and drove - no horse. Turned down a side road and went through a HUGE puddle of blood. Saw horse poop and knew. So then I went to the neighbor's house to use their phone - he's a sheriff and was on the phone already with animal control. She was following the dog - crossed a main road - wandered around a bit - and on the return trip home she got hit by a van - van driver is ok. But Missy had a broken leg and they to shoot her. I am completely devastated. We drove around all morning and finally found someone with a backhoe and a farm to bury her on. So - I am planning my horse's funeral. Oddly enough - this morning (before I knew she was gone) I saw her ghost in the back yard. I looked out the kitchen window - saw her - but then the image faded. So I just thought I was seeing things - until later when I knew she had passed. Her body is at the pound - we have a tow truck bringing her to the farm. The tow truck people are doing it for free. And my friend who I babysat for when she was a kid works at a feed and tack store - she told someone what happened, how we are both unemployed, pregnant, and broke. And this guy gave her $100 so we could pay for the first tow truck who picked her up from the scene at about 3am. The original tow truck secretary however is a nasty nasty girl! When I was on the phone with her - she said, "Someone needs to come down here this morning and pay the $118 for the tow!" HELLO! I am planning my horse's funeral! I swear I would knock her out had I been there in person! But - the rest of the community has really supported us and I am feeling love from them. I just don't know how I am going to wake up every morning and see this big empty backyard. She was the best horse in the world and I was her cowgirl. And I feel so bad because she got out and it's our fault the gate wasn't better locked. This is one of the worst days ever in my life. I loved that horse. She was sweet and gentle, and she loved me back. She knew I loved her. And I loved her more than the dog, cats, and turtle combined. She was the easiest of all our pets. Melissa Lily - Missy for short. So in honor of my horse, a poem I wrote in January: Melissa Lily Loving a horse means never again lounging around all day in pajamas. It also means there is a soul who will listen to you completely. It means all of your "extra" money, time, and energy.... are spent! It also means if you are really lucky that she understands a whispered, "Let's run." Being loved by a horse is extraordinary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh, Karen! I'm so sorry! My heart aches for you :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KS_ Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrianne Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen, I am so sorry. Missy sounds like a special horse that meant a lot to you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh Karen, I'm in tears. I'm so, so sorry. My sil had to put her horse (Nina) down the day after Christmas last year. We all loved Nina so much, all 4 of my munchkins rode safely on her back many times. I completely understand how devastated you are. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycoffeechic Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh no Karen, I'm so sorry!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 How devastating - I am so sorry.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 What a terrible loss, I'm sorry Karen :grouphug: Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 What a tragedy! I can't really imagine the sadness you're feeling right now. There really are no words. Just know that I'm sending you strength and sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sounds like she was a great and dear friend.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdWTMer Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 How awful! :sad: :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMom2One Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Horses must touch your soul like no other animal I think. I've never owned one, but as much as I love my own pets I can only imagine the love I'd have for a horse. You must truly be heartbroken. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. I will remember you in my prayers today. Blessings, Lucinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh dear, I am so sorry! She was lucky to have been loved so much.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 No words except that it's just so sad and I'm sad for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am SOOOOOO sorry!!!!!:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Words can not express. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammy Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen....I hope the best for this difficult situation.....and I think you should go out and get yourself another horse. It will never replace the one you had....but it will make your heart heal faster. Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry, Karen. It's heartbreaking to lose a beloved animal friend. How wonderful the people in your community are helping you out in this difficult time. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinag Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 So sorry Karen.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie in OR Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm very sorry too...really, really feeling for you right now. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh (((Karen))). I am in tears for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*anj* Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss. This must be so hard for you. What a sad day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frontier Mom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 How sad. So sorry this happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumztheword Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so terribly sorry, and so sad for you and your family. Hugs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh Karen, there are no words. I know what you're going through, and am so, so sorry. How tragic. Sending you big hugs and healing thoughts, XO, Astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm really really sorry for your loss. :sad: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I cannot even imagine. (((Karen))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PineFarmMom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm crying. I'm so sorry. I am moved when people reach out when a person is hurting like they are doing for you now, but I am so sorry about your horse.:crying: T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am so sorry. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie in Oh Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockermom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:Karen, I'm so sorry. Your post made me cry! It's hard to lose such a good friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H.S. Burrow Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: There are no words...just hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadiegirl Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am sooooo sorry. I hate to lose an animal like that. We had to put a dog down and it was so hard to let go. Hugs to you and your family...my heart goes out to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyg Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 So sorry, Karen. God bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Aw, I am so sorry, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 So very sorry about your precious Missy. Comfort and peace to you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlashine Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutor Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Goodness! So sorry, Karen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh, Karen, I am so sorry. What an awful tragedy! You are in my thoughts and prayers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mekanamom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I am very sorry. :crying: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soph the vet Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry, Karen.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Virginia Dawn Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Oh, I'm so very sorry! I can't imagine how hard this must be....I'm thankful you have people around who are helping. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 (((Karen)))...I'm so sorry. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shalom22 Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen, I am truly sorry for your loss. I know exactly how you feel right now, I lost my best friend, RJ, in a very tragic incident. That was 17 years ago and I can still remember that day like it was yesterday. Many hugs to you.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: From one ponyhead to another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Karen, I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 :grouphug: I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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