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Post by Christi on Feb 6, 2003 8:02:56 GMT -5
I'm reposting this here so everyone can respond on the new board. From Niaru:
Subject: Rita passed away today
She bravely hopped all the way outside, then calmly stood looking up at the stars on that cold and clear night when the vet put her down. The people at the barn were great, and Rita was never alone up to the end, some of the kids settled in her stall, brushed her, fed her alfafa (she loved THAT!) and just kept her company so she wouldn't lay down, she was SO tired. SHe will always be in my heart, she was such a brave, sweet, willing little mare. I want to thank you all, my cyber-family, for your support. And I owe it to Rita to help another ex-racer, some day.
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Post by Christi on Feb 6, 2003 8:03:26 GMT -5
Niaru, I'm so very sorry. We're here for you if you need ANYTHING.
Hugs,
Christi
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Post by renee on Feb 6, 2003 8:12:31 GMT -5
Big Hugs to you Niaru, so sorry to hear of Rita's passing  |
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Post by LynnC on Feb 6, 2003 8:15:26 GMT -5
I am so sorry Niaru. It broke my heart to read your message this morning. You did what was best for her. I thought about you all night and you will be in my thoughts today. If there is anything that you need, please let me know.
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Post by Skye Pilot on Feb 6, 2003 8:22:15 GMT -5
Hugs to you and everyone at your barn at this sad time. You and Rita have been in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sad to hear of your loss, but I know that Rita is in a better place with no pain. I am sure Rita knew how much you loved her.
If you need anything, let me know.
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Post by Neeners on Feb 6, 2003 8:29:33 GMT -5
Im so sorry Niaru. You're in my thoughts and prayers... Deepest sympathies.
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Post by Paula on Feb 6, 2003 8:41:59 GMT -5
I am so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. Niaru, you are in my thoughts and prayers today. |
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Post by ClaireLV on Feb 6, 2003 8:45:53 GMT -5
Such a difficult thing to go throgh, and I know we all gave our horses an extra hug of appreciation at hearing about Rita's sad passing.
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Post by HokieLee on Feb 6, 2003 8:46:34 GMT -5
:'(I know that had to be a difficult and brave thing to do. I am so sorry.
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Post by Smay on Feb 6, 2003 9:38:53 GMT -5
Nothing seems good enough cause I know you loved that mare so much. You did the right thing to help her though. It's not fair for a horse to suffer, and she is over the bridge now and grateful. I hate that this had to happen to you. No one deserves that kind of pain and I hope you can focus on the future some day soon. Rita was such a great horse. Lets just think of her romping in horse heaven cause that is the best image I can come up with at this tough time. My favorite poem for you:
"Somewhere, somewhere, in time's own space
There must be some sweet, pastured place,
Where creeks sing on and tall trees grow,
some paradise where horses go.
For by the love that guides this pen,
I know great horses live again."
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Post by tina on Feb 6, 2003 9:56:13 GMT -5
Oh Claire, I am so so sorry it turned out this way. We were all hoping and praying that something could have been done. You did what was right for Rite thou and she knows that and loves you for caring and loving her......we are all here for you sweety....HUGS
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Post by Big Tee© on Feb 6, 2003 10:32:57 GMT -5
So very very sorry to hear this. Many hugs.
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Post by Einstein on Feb 6, 2003 10:40:03 GMT -5
Oh Claire! How sad! I think she's up in Heaven with Shorty playing race horse games and eating green grass. I'm so sorry!
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Post by Lynne on Feb 6, 2003 11:22:37 GMT -5
I am so terribly terribly sorry for this. Please know that you are still in my thoughts. I was so hoping for better news. I'm glad you were able to be with her and papmer her until the end. Perhaps she met Shortfat over the bridge and she's running on perfect legs.
Let me know if there is ANYTHING at all that I can do.
Lynne
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Post by Katmease on Feb 6, 2003 11:28:36 GMT -5
I am so sorry. I had a feeling last evening when there was no news that it was going to be this way. Niaru, know that you did everything that you could & that you made the right decision for Rita. She's not in pain anymore and I'm sure she knew you loved her very much. We are here if there's anything we can do for you & know you are in all of our thoughts. |
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