Boggle- USA bound!

[meggymoo]

Oh Michen I am so sad to read this mornings update. I doubt there’s many who read it without developing leaky eyes. There’s nothing I or anyone else can say to make anything better but take comfort that you found the strength to do the best for Bog when you did and not when he had to suffer the fear and pain of an emergency. You can be proud of the fact that you did your best for him right up to the bitter end with the hardest decision. Try to be gentle with yourself.

 

[Michen]

It’s just so weird. How can his soul just not exist anymore, he’s been such a huge part of my life during my most formative years. It feels like some part of me has just gone with him, particularly the brave part .

Gosh I am just going to miss him so very, very much.

This is a long old drive to cry the whole way, 8 and a half more hours until I get to Arizona.

 

[View]

M, you knew your boy and yes, you timed it right. As hard as it is, it is our final act of kindness to our wonderful partners and friends to release them peacefully.

Please, please don’t feel guilty for the relief you feel. It’s such a normal reaction because you have been under stress for a long time watching him and listening to him, hearing what he has been telling you.

Take care of yourself and take comfort that you did right by him.

(And I’m another crying at your tribute to your wonderful horse).

 

[Jenko109]

I am sorry for your loss.

Your words are just beautiful and so, so moving.

I don't think anyone could read them without shedding tears.

Look after yourself.

 

[wren123]

I'm so sorry x

 

[Britestar]

Sorry for your loss.

You can take comfort that you chose the right time.

The sense of relief will be huge.

I totally understand how it can be the perfect day.

I said goodbye to two a couple of months ago. It was the most perfect night, with two vets who are also very good friends. After, we too sat and chatted, cried and stroked them both.

I have never doubted it for a second. Everything was right.

I was there when they were born, and there when they left.

Allow yourself the sad times, because the memories will be the best.

 

[AnShanDan]

Very sad news but as already said, you did your best for him always and put him first by letting him go when the time was right. Hope you can console yourself knowing that.

 

[YourValentine]

Your post Michen had me bawling in a public cafe. I'm so so sorry for your loss.

Massive hugs.

I made the same call 3 weeks ago. Its absolutely gutting however much the rational side of you knows its the right call, the emotional side is an absolute wreck.

Bog was amazing and had the best life with you, and the kindest end.

Take care and I hope 8 hours of driving and crying are cathartic.

 

[CobsaGooden]

Oh @Michen, take comfort in the fact that energy never dies, it redirects. So whilst Boggle may be gone, his energy is still all around you.

Drive safely xx

 

[palo1]

Oh @Michen, take comfort in the fact that energy never dies, it redirects. So whilst Boggle may be gone, his energy is still all around you.

Drive safely xx

This! Boggle's spirit will be with you always. All the things he taught you, all the things that changed you are his legacy. He really is still there in that way and always will be. xxx

 

[Boulty]

You truly did time it to the second to let him go at the point he was just starting to struggle but still full of life. That is one of the hardest and most difficult parts of horse ownership and I’m glad that you got to give him a peaceful and dignified end helped by the vets who knew & loved him. (& that he was able to meet Atlas, probably teach him some naughty tricks & pass the torch on. From what you’ve posted of him that little horse has incredibly broad shoulders and is more than up to the challenge of whatever adventures come your way in the future)

It will hurt a little less eventually but it’s “right” / normal that after everything you’ve been through and the extent to which he was a part of you you’ll feel like you do right now. It won’t be forever but sadly it’s the price of having the privilege of sharing your life with such an amazing one-off / legend of a horse

XXXXX (Plus special spaniel cuddles from the Hooligan but you might need to ask Pepper to give you them as they’re a bit difficult to post!)

 

[KEK]

Michen, I like everyone else am so sorry for your loss. Your story together has been an incredible journey literally across continents and you have enthralled people from all over the world with your adventures with Boggle.
Run free special boy, RIP, you will certainly never be forgotten.

 

[AutumnDays]

Oh darling Michen, my heart breaks for you, I'm so sorry for your loss of such a special guy. You gave him the best life and did everything you could for him, putting him before yourself, and this shows that. Be kind to yourself, as you have been so selfless for him. Wreak havoc over that bridge Boggle! My thoughts and sincerest condolences to you M x

 

[Petalpoos]

Oh @Michen , I am so sorry for your loss. I just read your tribute and am in tears. He seems to have become a part of all of our lives through this thread. You absolutely did the right thing, but that never makes it any easier. Take care

 

[Red-1]

I am so sorry you have to bear this but am glad for him that he had someone to safeguard him so well. I will miss hearing of your adventures, but look forward to an Atlas thread.

Run free Boggle.

 

[muddybay]

I'm so sorry, he was a truly special horse and you did him right until the very end, big hugs

 

[teapot]

So so sorry G, you did the absolute best by that horse, and don't let anyone, including your mind tell you any different.

 

[pinkfluffy]

I'm so sorry for your loss. A beautiful tribute to him, you gave him a wonderful life. Thinking of you xx

 

[druid]

At the end of the day you did the right thing by him. As you did every step of the way.

 

[Caol Ila]

“Nothing’s sad until it’s over, then everything is.”

RIP Boggle. A well loved and special horse.

 

[Equi]

I’ve been thinking about you and boggle all day as I drove about. I’m so sorry for your loss but also so relieved that it was on your terms. I will truly miss this thread.

Goodbye Boggle, you will never be forgotten here

 

[misst]

Another crying to read this. A beautiful tribute to a beautiful boy. It brings back the feelings of losing my own so I know the sadness will always be there but the memories will make you smile for a long time.
You did him proud.
I'm so glad you have Atlas. He will need you soon xxxx

 

[rabatsa]

He was so lucky to have a person who knew him well enough to know when to call time. Grieve for his passing but take heed of his spirit and determination to get the most out of life. He has left part of himself with you and Atlas has big boots to fill but with your help he may well come to fill them in time.

My thoughts are with you.

 

[Cavalier]

So so sorry to read this. Please look after yourself. Cry when you need to but remember everything that you wrote in that beautiful tribute.

 

[sarah.oxford]

I have tears streaming down my face reading your beautiful tribute to your wonderful friend. You could not have done more for him. Run free Boggle, beautiful boy. x

Me too

 

[2ndtimearound]

I’m so sorry for your loss, @Michen. He was a truly special boy and one of a kind. Take care xx

 

[AShetlandBitMeOnce]

I'm so sorry Michen, if love could have saved him he would have lived forever, that's for sure.
Take care x

 

[mustardsmum]

Your tribute to your wonderful little horse is so emotional for me - I could barely talk or write about loosing my boy three years ago. I still can’t. Your tribute and words have me sat in my kitchen as I did three years ago bawling for my grey boy. And for you too - even though I don’t know you I feel the heartbreak in your words.

There is a whole community of riders on here who hold a little piece of your Boggle in their hearts today, because of the journey you have shared with us. His soul wont ever leave you or us. Look after yourself.

 

[Miss_Millie]

I'm so very sorry for your loss Michen, I was on the brink of tears reading your tribute. There aren't adequate words for what you're going through but your love for each other shines through, and that love truly will live on eternally. Sending you a very big hug at this sad time xxx

 

[LadyGascoyne]

When I first saw your news I was so worried that you’d had a terrible crisis where you had to make the decision in a whirlwind of trauma and panic - something I know you have been so careful to avoid.

I am relieved, for both of you, that your amazing journey together ended on the right terms, in the way that reflected the love, dignity and mutual respect that has defined your partnership from the beginning.

I am so very, very sorry for your loss and I am in awe of your relentless determination to always put the horse first.

Keep strong, Michen. Thinking of you.