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Sent: Sunday, September 10, 2006 4:56 PM
Subject: Re: Jean Gayle brings up good thought...
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In a message dated 9/9/2006 3:55:35 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
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So, how do you know and how do you get over the fear?
Jeanne
~MI~
Hi, Jeanne. I am very sorry about your loss. In my 40+ years being
around
horses, it is never easy to lose one; especially in a quick,
unpredictable
manner. I don't know how else to respond to your question, other than
you have
to go with your gut.
Last October, I lost my "buddy," Yorick (Ivan x Kimpton's Brook Tundra).
He
was born on our farm, and over his 7 years, I was with him everyday. His
last two years we had been showing in halter, showmanship, English, and
Western
classes. He run many championships and high point awards. He was going
to
begin working on our you-pick-pumpkin patch very soon.
When I lost him in a matter of hours to colic, I was devastated. Even
though were 6 other Fjords on the farm, there was a huge void in my heart.
I knew
I could never replace him and didn't even want to try. After about six
weeks, I started to feel that I needed to "see who else was out there" for
me. I
started my search slowly sending limited inquiries--not in any rush.
After
corresponding with some great people in the Fjord world (Patti Jo Walter,
Catherine Lassesen, and Mark Mariposa to name a few) who were very
patient with
me and answered a lot of questions, I found the "one."
In a email exchange with Karen McCarthy, she mentioned she had a
3-year-old
gelding she had not offered for sale yet because she was waiting for the
right
time. He had the King Gjestar line (his sire is Sven--a brother to my
stallion, Ivan) and was a joy to be around. After viewing a video from
Karen, I
knew he was it. Things moved ahead from there and Karen delivered Januar
to
Michigan in late December. (A very positive side note...it was great to
have
Karen and Dave and their dogs and new found kitten stay with us for a
couple
of days!!!)
Jan can't replace Yorick. But, let me tell you, this guy has definitely
found a new place in my heart. He is quite a character and loves
learning new
things. And, if you need a fly mask removed from another horse quickly,
he is
your guy! His first few shows have been successful and everyone has
fallen
in love with him.
So, Jeanne, my advice to you is continue to heal. Remember the good
times
Olaf and everything he gave to you. And, just keep your eyes and ears
open
to other special Fjords. You will know when the time and the Fjord is
right.
Take care and understand that we all feel your pain.
Anne Crandall
Nottawa Crossing Fjords
Marshall MI
