RIP Peri

periastra · Postby **periastra** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:36 pm

We put my darling pony down today. She was 30 this year. She was not ill, but was having increased arthritis and we were afraid she could go down on the ice and snow when we get further in to winter. We spent hours with her yesterday and today. She had apples, pears, cookies and candy fruit slices today. DH said "we've gotta spoil that girl as much as possible." She grazed on the lawn and got curried and brushed for hours. She was in a very good mood, and cuddling as usual. I'm sure Peri knew how much we adored her. Our neighbor buried her for us. Her final resting place is right next to her daughter Astra. My little two stall barn is empty now. My heart has a giant hole in it.

hoopoe · Postby **hoopoe** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:44 pm

I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life she must have lead

scruffy the cat · Postby **scruffy the cat** » Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:45 pm

I am so sorry. I know that when they are older "they have lived a good long life", but I do think you miss them so much because they have been with you for so long.

Chisamba · Postby **Chisamba** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:03 am

I am very sorry for your loss. I know you were kind to her, and that is wonderful, but i also know that does not stop the sadness and emptiness. RIP Peri, and hugs to you Periastra

Chisamba · Postby **Chisamba** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:03 am

I am very sorry for your loss. I know you were kind to her, and that is wonderful, but i also know that does not stop the sadness and emptiness. RIP Peri, and hugs to you Periastra

KathyK · Postby **KathyK** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:06 am

I'm so very sorry.

Fatcat · Postby **Fatcat** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:08 am

Hugs to you. I know that empty barn feeling, it hurts, but gets better over time.

Dapple Field · Postby **Dapple Field** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:09 am

It doesn't matter how old they are. I'm wishing you happy memories of both her and her daughter. It is comforting to know that they are buried next to each other.

stella · Postby **stella** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:10 am

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Moutaineer · Postby **Moutaineer** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:50 am

Ah, I'm so sorry. You must be feeling very lost.

SandTikiFire · Postby **SandTikiFire** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:56 am

Hugs.....I am so sorry

angela9823 · Postby **angela9823** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:00 am

Hugs to you, but wonderful of you for caring enough to do well by her and give her a peaceful loving end!

Josette · Postby **Josette** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:00 am

I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP sweet pony.

PaulaO · Postby **PaulaO** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:07 am

Hugs to you Periastra. Now mom and daughter are together again. I know you have a Peri size hole in your heart tonight.

TeresaA · Postby **TeresaA** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:08 am

God speed Peri.

I like to think that Steele will greet her at the bridge- he died one year ago today

periastra · Postby **periastra** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:31 am

Thank you all so much. I know everyone on this board knows how I'm feeling right now. Horse folks are wonderful.

Rhianon · Postby **Rhianon** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 1:52 am

Bless you for having the courage to give her such a dignified and loving end.

I am so very sorry for your loss.

bascar · Postby **bascar** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:09 am

So sorry.

redsoxluvr · Postby **redsoxluvr** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:37 am

Sorry for your loss. Hugs to you.

Avola · Postby **Avola** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:38 am

I'm so sorry for your loss

bailey · Postby **bailey** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 3:37 am

Oh, another person feeling your sorrow, hugs to you and your family.

amygdala · Postby **amygdala** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 3:59 am

(((hugs to you))) so sorry for your loss

piedmontfields · Postby **piedmontfields** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 12:41 pm

Hugs to you, and congratulations on a beautiful exit for your darling.

Racetrackreject · Postby **Racetrackreject** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:04 pm

So sorry for your loss, but what a gift it must have been to not be in a rush, to have that time to savor the good moments. I can only hope for as much with my guy.

Sunshine2Me · Postby **Sunshine2Me** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:13 pm

So sorry for your loss.

Tuddy · Postby **Tuddy** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 2:28 pm

So sorry for your loss.

westisbest · Postby **westisbest** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 3:43 pm

So very sorry for your loss. RIP Peri.

M&M · Postby **M&M** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 3:44 pm

It is a gift when they leave us with a full tummy after a day of spoiling, but the heartache is still so very huge. I'm sorry for your loss.

Hayburner · Postby **Hayburner** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 4:07 pm

Find comfort knowing that you gave her a good and love filled life.
You made a hard decision and put her comfort and needs first, that's the best final gift you can give her...

Hugs to all that loved Peri.....

dressagefan · Postby **dressagefan** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 5:34 pm

I'm so sorry for your loss.

chantal · Postby **chantal** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 7:32 pm

They do leave a large hole when they go, I am so sorry. You did well by her and she knew she was loved. Sending you and your heart a gentle hug.

Suzon · Postby **Suzon** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 7:52 pm

(((Hugs))) and good on ya for letting her leave on a high note. A day too soon is better than a day too late.

Canyon · Postby **Canyon** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:14 pm

Hugs to you; so sorry for your loss.

periastra · Postby **periastra** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:34 pm

Sorry I haven't responded sooner to the rest of you. I have had extra hours at work. I can't tell you how much your kindness and support mean. Suzon, I agree that a day too soon is better than waiting until things go bad. DH and I are missing her terribly, but we are sure we did what was right and best for Peri.

Warwick · Postby **Warwick** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 3:04 pm

Very sorry for your loss. Thirty years - what a remarkable life.

Kyra's Mom · Postby **Kyra's Mom** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 5:45 pm

{{{{HUGS}}}} We are so blessed to have them in our lives. Periastra had a fine one thanks to you.

Susan

LeoApp · Postby **LeoApp** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 8:18 pm

I am very sorry for your loss. It is so hard to have to let them go, even when you know it is the right thing to do.

LindaJ · Postby **LindaJ** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 2:15 am

So Very sorry for your loss

HUGE hugs to you!

Snork · Postby **Snork** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 2:23 am

I'm so sorry Periastra.

fergusnc · Postby **fergusnc** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 1:56 pm

I am so truly sorry. Thank you for loving your girls so much.

Imperini · Postby **Imperini** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 8:59 pm

Very sorry for your loss, hugs to you

FlyingLily · Postby **FlyingLily** » Sun Dec 20, 2015 9:15 pm

Oh it is so hard. Treasure up all your hundreds of wonderful memories and let them warm your heart.

Sue B · Postby **Sue B** » Mon Dec 21, 2015 5:27 pm

so sorry for your loss. Saying good-bye can be so painful, but what a blessing you are that you chose a time when she could cross that bridge in peace and not in pain. ((((((((((((Periastra)))))))))))))))

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