Cypress Babe, 1984-2012

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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 30, 2012 22:20:41 GMT -5

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Post by filly on Oct 30, 2012 22:20:41 GMT -5

Oh noooooooo....Ann, I'm so so sorry. What a lucky girl she was to have such a wonderful, loving, doting, owner such as you. I agree, an ER Number One Queen she was, even to the end. Hugs to you and RIP Babe. You will be missed by all. :-(

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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 30, 2012 23:33:33 GMT -5

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Post by ZenRider on Oct 30, 2012 23:33:33 GMT -5

Ann, I would never have any doubt you did less then what was right for The Babe. She was definitely the matriarch of ExRacers, though Flynn would have loved her. He had a thing for big dark mares, even the ones that were normally standoffish, he was quite the charmer. So, don't be surprised if you find him flirting with her across the bridge and her thinking he's kinda cute.

To answer SMay's questions, I had Flynn for over 24 of his 34 years. Zen has been with me for 16 years since about the second Saturday of October. I'm sending Guy to Ann, because he would rather just be a dressage pony.

OK, his anniversary is in April and well, I got him just before the 2005 Rolex.

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johnnysauntie Exracer Thoroughbreds require tact and compromise. George Morris Posts: 3,123	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 0:04:38 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by johnnysauntie on Oct 31, 2012 0:04:38 GMT -5 Oh Ann. I'm so very sorry. She was indeed magnificent. However, you weren't the only lucky one in this relationship, not by a long shot. Big hugs to you.
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Bara Exracer Posts: 10,425	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 3:23:00 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Bara on Oct 31, 2012 3:23:00 GMT -5 I'm so, so, so sorry. And so sorry that I didn't see this. I felt as if I knew her. There's a gelding in England mourning, too. It's the day we all dread. I'm so, so sorry. Love B

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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 9:48:16 GMT -5

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Post by Lisa on Oct 31, 2012 9:48:16 GMT -5

We know the ache you are going through, and have the tears as well. Another hard winter would have been more for you, and glad your vet was very understanding. I never forget putting my moms mare down. My mom wouldn't stay so me and the vet led her to the pasture, and after the big dose the vet took the lead rope and gently pushed her back on her hock so she would not break anything when she went down. No words, just know there are a bunch here if you need us.

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Dawn Exracer No one notices how you ride until you fall off! Posts: 3,580	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 11:38:32 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Dawn on Oct 31, 2012 11:38:32 GMT -5 So very sorry Ann enjoy your flying free Babe!!
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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 16:27:21 GMT -5

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Post by niaru on Oct 31, 2012 16:27:21 GMT -5

Oh Ann...I just finished reading this thread that I hadn't seen before tonight. I am SO sorry you lost your beloved Babe. She really was something wasn't she? I can't imagine you without her. It's so, so hard to lose them. Without a doubt tho, you did right by her.
I teared up reading how she "looked beyond". Rita did the same thing, when I led her out that night, she stood under a frigid, star-studded winter sky and looked up and beyond.
Do they know something we don't...?

RIP Cypress Babe.

Kim Exracer Posts: 3,644	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Oct 31, 2012 21:41:06 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Kim on Oct 31, 2012 21:41:06 GMT -5 Ann, I am so sorry to hear this! She was such a beautiful horse, and was lucky to have you as her owner.
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elizabeth_h Exracer Posts: 2,907	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 1, 2012 11:51:56 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by elizabeth_h on Nov 1, 2012 11:51:56 GMT -5 Ann, I am so sorry you've lost The Babe. What a long and full life she had with you! You will be relieved over the winter that she is not suffering...little solace I know...but a kindness to her. Many hugs to you.

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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 1, 2012 15:23:14 GMT -5

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Post by alisonph on Nov 1, 2012 15:23:14 GMT -5

Ann,

YOu did a nice job with the description. I still can't capture Punch's final day. I cry too hard. Thanks for giving us your words and thank GOODNESS someone got you chocolate. If I were close I could definitely help with the wine.

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missgrey Jockey Posts: 139	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 1, 2012 19:41:19 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by missgrey on Nov 1, 2012 19:41:19 GMT -5 Oh no, so sorry for your loss!

Katelyn Exracer Posts: 4,624	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 1, 2012 22:13:38 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Katelyn on Nov 1, 2012 22:13:38 GMT -5 So sorry - (((hugs))) She was a wonderful mare God Speed, Babe! I swear they do know - Abby did the same thing....maybe they're hearing the others calling them from across Rainbow Bridge-??-

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Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 10, 2012 17:13:47 GMT -5

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Post by mes on Nov 10, 2012 17:13:47 GMT -5

Ann, I'm so sorry. I guess we all knew it was coming . . . but that doesn't make it any easier, does it.

Sorry I'm so late reading this thread. I thought something was up from some FB posts but didn't see the details until now.

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Goalie administrator Posts: 15,799	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 13, 2012 9:53:14 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Goalie on Nov 13, 2012 9:53:14 GMT -5 Ann, let me know when you are ready and I can move this thread to our memorial board.
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adcooper Exracer Reine de Course Posts: 12,250	Cypress Babe, 1984-2012 Nov 14, 2012 7:41:10 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by adcooper on Nov 14, 2012 7:41:10 GMT -5 Okay, Terrie. It's good to go. Thanks for taking care of us all so thoughtfully.
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