Ambers Echo
Still wittering on
So, so sorry. A brave, kind decision but a heartbreaking one to have to make.
Ed the ex-racer
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JFTDWS
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I saw this on IG yesterday, I'm so sorry - such a hard decision in a young horse, but you did the right thing by him, and that's very commendable.
silv
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I am very sorry to read this, you must be heartbroken. So unfair, take care x
splashgirl45
Lurcher lover
so sorry, its just not fair sometimes....you have done your best for him and he had some good times with you..hugsxxx
Hormonal Filly
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So so sorry 😞 he was gorgeous, you done the right thing by him. It’s a horrible hard decision. RIP, he’ll be galloping over above pain free, watching over you. That’s how I try and think x
Slightlyconfused
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Just seen this.
Sending lots of hugs.
Our exracer went on a downward things breaking. His was SI in the end that just wouldnt settle but he also became allergic to grass so we couldnt even retire him to the feild.
It was heartbreaking when he went.
Sending lots of hugs.
Our exracer went on a downward things breaking. His was SI in the end that just wouldnt settle but he also became allergic to grass so we couldnt even retire him to the feild.
It was heartbreaking when he went.
Fransurrey
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Just seen this and am so sorry. Hugs to you. Xx
timbobs
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The yard gave me this today - one of the grooms does commissions and she did this beautiful drawing of Ed.
The picture was taken the day we won our first red rosette and I was so proud of him.
They also took a bit of his tail hair and plaited it into a heart.
Such a thoughtful thing to do and I feel like I’ve had so much support over the last few days â¤ï¸
The picture was taken the day we won our first red rosette and I was so proud of him.
They also took a bit of his tail hair and plaited it into a heart.
Such a thoughtful thing to do and I feel like I’ve had so much support over the last few days â¤ï¸
nikicb
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That's so beautiful. Take care of yourself, and remember the good times - he was so lucky to have you as his owner. xxx
splashgirl45
Lurcher lover
thats lovely...look after yourself and remember that you did all you could for him and im sure he had lots of happy times with you...,he certainly always looked blooming and happy in your photos
timbobs
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I know it’s not been long at all, but I’m still really struggling with it all.
Ive been so lucky to be offered lots of horses to ride at the yard and I rode for the first time yesterday and today (oh my god my muscles are aching now!).
I enjoyed the rides themselves and I know I’m so lucky to be able to ride these lovely horses, but when I get home I just cry as they aren’t Ed! I’m not usually a crier at all and I feel like I should be finding this easier, but it seems to be getting harder instead
Ive been so lucky to be offered lots of horses to ride at the yard and I rode for the first time yesterday and today (oh my god my muscles are aching now!).
I enjoyed the rides themselves and I know I’m so lucky to be able to ride these lovely horses, but when I get home I just cry as they aren’t Ed! I’m not usually a crier at all and I feel like I should be finding this easier, but it seems to be getting harder instead
MotherOfChickens
MotherDucker
its really hard, especially when they aren't very old. (((hugs)))
scats
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Big hugs xx I completely understand. I’ve lost several horses, but losing Diva last year tore my heart out and I still miss her so much that I can’t let myself think too much about her as I get too upset.
Sometimes I see a photo of her and I feel absolutely crushed.
Take care of yourself xx
Sometimes I see a photo of her and I feel absolutely crushed.
Take care of yourself xx
AmyMay
Situation normal
It can take a long time to get over loosing a horse. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the things you like.
(((((( xxxxxxx. )))))
(((((( xxxxxxx. )))))
Accidental Eventer
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I'm so sorry, it's never easy losing them. I really enjoyed following along you adventure and I was heartbroken for you when you couldn't get him right.
Be kind to yourself, and it's ok to feel how you do now. when we put our mare down it took me along time to get over it and I eventually had to get a bit of help to come to peace with my decision.
Be kind to yourself, and it's ok to feel how you do now. when we put our mare down it took me along time to get over it and I eventually had to get a bit of help to come to peace with my decision.
ihatework
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I haven’t read this thread before, not sure how I have missed it.
What a lucky lucky horse Ed was, I bet many ex-racers wish they had ended up with you. He looks to have had a fun time and looked an absolute picture until the end. When he was in pain you recognised it and did the very best for him.
Your dreams are shattered, but you have a lot to offer another horse when the time feels right x
What a lucky lucky horse Ed was, I bet many ex-racers wish they had ended up with you. He looks to have had a fun time and looked an absolute picture until the end. When he was in pain you recognised it and did the very best for him.
Your dreams are shattered, but you have a lot to offer another horse when the time feels right x
timbobs
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I can’t quite believe it’s been a year without my gorgeous, giant, ginger Ed.
I had a few months away from horses, and then started to get the itch again. I now ride the lovely Magic who is pretty awesome.
I still miss Ed, particularly our long hacks together and watching him play in the field. He had such a fun, cheeky character.
I’ve been hanging onto his tail and shoes and want to do something with them.
I’m not keen on a full, horsehair bracelet as it’s not something I could wear to work, but I do like the idea of some kind of jewellery. Any recommendations?
I had a few months away from horses, and then started to get the itch again. I now ride the lovely Magic who is pretty awesome.
I still miss Ed, particularly our long hacks together and watching him play in the field. He had such a fun, cheeky character.
I’ve been hanging onto his tail and shoes and want to do something with them.
I’m not keen on a full, horsehair bracelet as it’s not something I could wear to work, but I do like the idea of some kind of jewellery. Any recommendations?
albeg
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Lovely photos, can't believe it's been a year.
Maybe a pandora style bead?
Maybe a pandora style bead?
