I was only 17 when I bought you (1995) and it was love at first sight. You were a little bit too small for me who wanted to do showjumping, and you were of uncertain breeding. Also very skittish in the beginning, after being abused by previous owners. But to me you were perfect! And after winning your trust, you rewarded me for my decision every single day.
You were the most gentle, loving horse I have ever known. You followed me around like a dog, even pushing your head over the half-door of the kitchen to ask for bread. So gentle with the kids that I placed on your back at times.
I remember all the fun we had when you were younger - outrides, jumping small obstacles we could find (with the occasional buck after a jump!). I used to spend hours with you - grooming you, reading to you, just watching you in your paddock.
There are not enough words to describe how special you were. And not nearly enough to say how much I miss you and how much I wish I could change what had happened.
I hope that you understand that the decision to move you to the farm 7 years ago was for your own good. On the small holding with my parents you would have been so lonely after I got married as there were no other horses for company. On the farm you met Apples the Appaloosa, your constant loving companion until your last breathing moment. I know you were well cared for and happy, I just wish I could have spent more time with you during the last few years.
You got sick with African Horse Sickness on the afternoon of the 31st of March and I drove through to the farm to see you. I could not get off work the next day so I had to go back home after spending a few hours with you, keeping you warm, talking to you, trying to comfort you. I am so sorry I couldn't be with you the next morning when you passed away. I know you had all the treatment available and that there was nothing more to do. I know that you are better off now, and that you are not suffering anymore. I just wish I could have been there for you until the last moment and I hope that you did not think that I have abandoned you.
I don't know if the 'Rainbow Bridge' exists and if people can one day be reunited with beloved pets. If it does, please wait for me there so that one day I can meet you and be able to hug your warm, strong neck again. Maybe you can find my Dad there, I'm sure he will take good care of you.
I will always love you and you will always have a very special place in my heart, my 'Moonie Moons'.
Rest in peace, dear girl.
Susan Steyn
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