Not a real good week!

[rnoyster]

I had to bury the king of the homestead this week. Mr. Max, my buddy for the last 14 years died in his sleep during the night. I found him the next morning and buried him next to his mate and his other old buddy the 35 year old appaloosa that I lost last year. Then 2 days later I had to put a 4 year old mutt down that had cancer and was starting to hurt terribly. He too was buried next to the appy. But yesterday, my Paint mare dropped her foal a couple of days early! I have the prettiest little tri-color paint stud colt that you have ever seen! Then this morning, I had 25 out of 35 buff orpington eggs hatch! I guess that when we get down when we lose something that we care for, someone makes sure that you get that hole refilled with joy! Just thought that I'd share.
Dick

 

[phoenixmama]

Aww...sorry for your losses, and happy for your new additions!

 

[wyliefarms]

Ditto!

 

[Camelot Farms]

The Circle of Life....painful and joyous.

Bless you for your losses.

 

[thebritt]

Was the "King of the Homestead" a horse? I would find that very difficult to deal with. More power to you.
And 4 yrs old is just too young! Again, so very sorry for your losses...

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On the other hand, CONGRATULATIONS on the new babies!
I've always told my daughter, when a beloved (critter) family member passed, that we need to concentrate on the LIVING, and allow the passed to pass. But don't forget the times shared, and I'm one of those people who believe that if the passed one was not happy with the passing, it comes back, in one form or another. Take Care!

 

[rnoyster]

No, not a horse. Mr. Max was a German Shepherd. He was huge when he was younger, but had trimmed down in his later years. He only had a leash on him when I took him to the vet, or was training him as a small puppy. When I moved onto the farm where we live, I took him around the property line twice. Whenever he stepped across the line, I pushed him back across onto his side with a lunge whip. I just pressed his side until he came back where he should be. After that, he would not cross the line for any reason. But, he was the king here. All the chickens, smaller dogs, grandkids, horses, etc. were his to watch over. He never hurt anything that belonged there. No one came on the property that didn't belong there that they didn't get an up close and personal interview from Mr. Max. Never really agressive, just a definite presence. After meeting him once, you never forgot the King!

 

[CheepSunglasses]

We run a rescue for Appaloosas and we know very well what it takes to keep a 35 year-old horse going. Obviously, you were an exceptional home to this horse and he was one of the lucky few who had an owner that was willing to allow him to complete his life in a safe and caring environment. Good for you. I am sorry for your losses. You sound like a great home for these animals, but sometimes, God just has other plans.