Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven

MarePower
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Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 18:40:48 GMT -5

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Post by MarePower on Mar 24, 2003 18:40:48 GMT -5

So sad for you Vida

My thoughts are with you and with Augie. My OTTB Whiffle is already over the Rainbow Bridge..I asked her to keep an eye out for Augie and show him the ropes. She is a kind girl and will be there to help his transistion. A hug to you.

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Vida
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Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 18:59:59 GMT -5

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Post by Vida on Mar 24, 2003 18:59:59 GMT -5

Thanks you guys. Although I'm still really sad that he's not here anymore, I feel content'ish'. His body doesn't leave until tomorrow morning so the kids wanted to know what was under the tarp. Told them and of course they wanted to see his body and weren't fussed about it, more fascinated. Hubby is the one that is most upset at this stage and can't even talk about it. He was out with him for hours last night and again this morning before the vet came.

My reactions this morning suprised me a little. I was kind of annoyed that my friends were here which was sweet of them as they wanted to be here for me. I just wanted to be alone with Augie and not to deal with them. I'm sure I would have socked them had they tried to comfort me in any way as it just felt too personal between me and the little guy. They seemed to understand as they totally kept out of my space and didn't say a word, make any noise or get in the way. I didn't even want to share my carrots with them to give Augie as I wanted to be the one with him only. Then they silently went off and cleaned up after everything including covering up Augie without me having to say a word which was such a great help and just as silently disappeared when things were organized. I'll have to send them some flowers. The vet was great too. I couldn't speak and he just stood back waiting patiently while I said the millionth goodbye from my heart until I gave him the nod and he carefully and quietly did his thing. He was a little upset too as he's seen Augie from day one and has always had a spot in his heart for him. He took off as quickly as I did after he was gone as it was very emotional.

Then this afternoon I saddled up my longtime buddy Mikhail and we went for a long ride in the woods with the dogs. That made me feel so much better and Mikhail was fabulous. I did have the vet look at his leg but I couldn't concentrate on the answer so am not sure what he recommended. There's nothing that can compare to the back of a horse to soothe the soul.

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Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 21:37:37 GMT -5

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Post by chrisnstar on Mar 24, 2003 21:37:37 GMT -5

Oh vida, I'm so sorry you had to go through this... but I'm sure Augie is happy and running and eating his weight in heavenly clover again!

and maybe my old foundered boy, Cisco, is showing him around horse heaven. I know how it feels to make that decision, but I also know the relief that comes from not watching them in pain anymore...

Chris n Star, Szybki, Ali

Skye Pilot administrator Barn Goddess Posts: 5,496	Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 22:05:01 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Skye Pilot on Mar 24, 2003 22:05:01 GMT -5 Vida, hugs to you.... I am sorry... I know this was hard for you to do. Augie is free now.
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Crooked Horse Exracer Posts: 1,388	Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 22:10:42 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Crooked Horse on Mar 24, 2003 22:10:42 GMT -5 Vida - Tears and hugs from California, too.

ZenRider Exracer moderator Posts: 14,739	Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 24, 2003 22:24:26 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by ZenRider on Mar 24, 2003 22:24:26 GMT -5 {{{{{{{{{{{{{Vida}}}}}}}}}}}}} I can just see your little unicorn zipping around rolling green hills. I'm sure he's at peace and with time so will you.
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Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 25, 2003 7:31:58 GMT -5

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Post by LynnC on Mar 25, 2003 7:31:58 GMT -5

Vida, I am sorry for your loss, but we all know you did the right thing. I feel as if I knew Auggie with all of his stories. I am sad reading this, but also happy to know that his suffering is over. Hugs to you and your crew.

BriscoMomma Exracer More. Grain. Posts: 1,464	Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 25, 2003 7:53:05 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by BriscoMomma on Mar 25, 2003 7:53:05 GMT -5 RIP Little Augie. You were and still are a lucky little man.
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Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 25, 2003 9:10:00 GMT -5

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Post by Vida on Mar 25, 2003 9:10:00 GMT -5

OMG, thanks Keely. That's my favorite photo of him and I couldn't find it in the computer.

The truck came and picked him up this morning so it sucks all over again. The horses watched for awhile, then Vance and Eagle turned their backs but still stayed close half way through whereas Mikhail watched the whole thing and stood the closest and is now looking very depressed. Am going out now to give them lots of carrots and apples and go for a ride.

helend Guest	Little Augie is now galloping freely in heaven Mar 25, 2003 15:11:13 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by helend on Mar 25, 2003 15:11:13 GMT -5 Sending warm thoughts your way. You did so much for the little guy and now you've released his spirit so it can run free of pain.