tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post1543594332732773923..comments2023-11-02T06:22:44.102-04:00Comments on sweet horse's breath: Finding normalcyKristen Eleni Shellenbargerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01458744919530540978noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-61627563644754083142010-02-24T12:07:38.874-05:002010-02-24T12:07:38.874-05:00As much as you are hurting, it's great to see ...As much as you are hurting, it's great to see that Laz is peaceful, happy, and blissfully unaware. That's the great thing about animals -- they truly live in the moment. He's obviously relaxed and content when you're with him.<br />As others have suggested, make sure you get a nice big lock of hair from his tail. Then you can get it made into a bracelet or dream catcher, etc. When my horse passed away, I took a big lock from his tail and also had the vet pull one of his shoes for me.<br />Please remember that we're all thinking of you. Many of us have lost our sweet, beloved horsey friends; and, while it's always heartbreaking, I promise you that there is light on the other side. <br />Hugs to you and Laz!Frizzlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03084225669041286128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-76233796495268148042010-02-23T17:14:03.972-05:002010-02-23T17:14:03.972-05:00This is a terrible and bittersweet time. Sometimes...This is a terrible and bittersweet time. Sometimes we lose someone with no warning, and we don't get to say goodbye, I'm glad you are at least getting this time together.<br /><br />It's a small blessing.<br /><br />Thinking of you and an extra carrot from Texas to Laz...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13104422629934443842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-89493069173488883922010-02-23T16:22:27.072-05:002010-02-23T16:22:27.072-05:00Laz is a very lucky and blessed horse to have such...Laz is a very lucky and blessed horse to have such a caring and compassionate "mom" like you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for strength. As hard as it is to let them go, whether planned or unplanned, I know my boy who was my first horse that I lost in 2006, is waiting for me at those pearly gates. Because I don't believe in a heaven with no horses. Give Laz a bag of cookies for me. HugsTammy in TXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09648540240746496441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-48446753642944036332010-02-23T11:58:46.160-05:002010-02-23T11:58:46.160-05:00I find it impossible not to break down in tears re...I find it impossible not to break down in tears reading your posts, good luck for me explaining that to co-workers. How my heart hurts so much for someone I don't even know. You are so strong. I am afraid I would run away and ask someone else to take care of my boy bc I don't think I would have the heart to be there. But you (and eyeonthehorse.blogspot) certainly inspired me. Yesterday the weather was crappy, but I went to the barn, because I have my boy and I am SO blessed. I have to enjoy him every moment I can, bc you never know when it will all be gone.<br />Thoughts are with you and Laz!Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08558668876103778821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-67570365470921802462010-02-23T11:34:18.963-05:002010-02-23T11:34:18.963-05:00Kristen, Everyone is thinking of you! I hope that ...Kristen, Everyone is thinking of you! I hope that the final weeks are a peaceful one for both you and Laz. He loves you unconditionally, and you gave him the most wonderful life.Brooke (FBX Adventures - In Parenting) https://www.blogger.com/profile/17040183680228006616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-14323151199506647842010-02-23T10:03:33.359-05:002010-02-23T10:03:33.359-05:00Kristen, as I am reading your blog, I find myself ...Kristen, as I am reading your blog, I find myself crying like a little girl. It reminds me of when I lost my first horse. He was a wonderful paint pony, whom I learned EVERYTHING on. I totally feel your pain. Spend as much time as you can with him and show him you love him with all your heart and he will appreciate it. He loves you unconditionally. Hang in there, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.PruSkihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02543472406438284662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-75668368295830354482010-02-23T00:26:47.293-05:002010-02-23T00:26:47.293-05:00I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's ...I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's stepfather. Prayers to you and his family.<br />The photo shoot of you and Laz is a wonderful idea! I love the special moments you are sharing with him during his last few days. Just savoring the small things. I understand the tears, and I think you are amazingly strong.<br />I am not sure if you have heard of this, but have you considered saving a lock of his tail to have braided or made into something special? I've seen a lot of people on blogs who have done this. <br />Hang in there and know that we are all thinking of you out here, and beside you every step of the way!Pony Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02464088874054923635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-46586325755042213602010-02-22T22:17:20.938-05:002010-02-22T22:17:20.938-05:00Such sweet photos, thank you for sharing them with...Such sweet photos, thank you for sharing them with us. I can tell the feeling is very bittersweet for you, but I'm so glad you have this time to spend with him. Very sorry to hear you're dealing with another loss right now, life does seem to throw a lot at us at once sometimes. You and Laz have been in my thoughts.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13790278181159401158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-73618003966297272382010-02-22T19:29:23.308-05:002010-02-22T19:29:23.308-05:00I cannot wait to see how your photo shoot turns ou...I cannot wait to see how your photo shoot turns out! I am sure you are going to get some amazing pictures! I admire your strength in the face of so much loss and I think that being numb might not be a bad idea right now. Your body is just trying to protect itself from going into overload. I hope the weather is better tomorrow so you can get out there to see him before you have to go away again.OnTheBithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07688127613313016544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-31141151939674648682010-02-22T16:45:39.639-05:002010-02-22T16:45:39.639-05:00Kristen, you are an amazingly strong woman. Can...Kristen, you are an amazingly strong woman. Can't wait to see some of the photos from the shoot- what an excellent idea! <br /><br />Prayers going out to your husbands family as well. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing so much of your journey with us. I know all too well how much this hurts, as many of us do. Your sharing as much as you are, now, is incredible. Thank you.<br /><br />Smooch Laz from us all! (Hmm... you might be stuck to his lovely muzzle for a few days with all the smooching to be passed along just from the blogging community!)Mrs. Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15269132012512166439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-32363915485346143642010-02-22T15:58:48.917-05:002010-02-22T15:58:48.917-05:00I am having so much trouble reading your posts. I...I am having so much trouble reading your posts. I really can't imagine being as strong as you are being. Laz is lucky to have you.juliettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17488138405040629084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-8624213888543261872010-02-22T15:36:11.682-05:002010-02-22T15:36:11.682-05:00My heart aches for you....He seems like a wonderfu...My heart aches for you....He seems like a wonderful boy.KatieIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09212127272180312609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4874624063824272651.post-74209222635099492682010-02-22T14:15:43.573-05:002010-02-22T14:15:43.573-05:00You're right to enjoy him as much as you can w...You're right to enjoy him as much as you can while you can - lovely idea to do the photo shoot for the memories. And the blessed thing is that horses don't know what is coming- he will be at peace and comfortable while he enjoys his last days with you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com