My weanling died :(

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My weanling died :(

Postby Mood Swings » Mon Oct 15, 2007 4:40 pm

Sadly my very handsome 8 month old colt "Ralphie" died this morning :cry: :cry: :cry:

I have never had to deal with the loss of one of my own horses. This has been one of the most emotional days I've ever had. He was so special and had endured so much in his young life. I am heartbroken :(

RIP Ralphie, I'll miss you.

Here are a few pics of him as a precocious younster.
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Postby nferro9925 » Mon Oct 15, 2007 4:42 pm

I am so sorry to hear about "Ralphie".

My heartfelt condolences on your loss, Mood Swings.
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Postby madelyn » Mon Oct 15, 2007 4:43 pm

OH NO What Happened??
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Postby Tucumcari » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:13 pm

Oh No, I am so so sorry!!!
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Postby winds » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:15 pm

Mood Swings,

What happened? My heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry. I know words don't help, just know he'll be waiting for you.

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Postby Rokeby Forever » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:24 pm

RIP, Ralphie. Go get 'em wherever you are!
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Postby Mahubah » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:47 pm

What happened? He looks so healthy and lively in the pictures. What a heartbreak. :cry:
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Postby majxmom » Mon Oct 15, 2007 5:53 pm

What a shame...condolences to you. It is so hard to lose any horse, but triplely so when they are so young and precious. :cry:
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Postby Barbaro06 » Mon Oct 15, 2007 6:10 pm

My condolences to you. Godspeed Ralphie!
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Postby pfrsue » Mon Oct 15, 2007 6:25 pm

My sympathies. :cry:
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Postby Sock Monkey » Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:26 pm

Mood Swings,
I'm so sorry for your loss!
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Postby Maven » Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:32 pm

Sorry Mood! It's always so hard to lose one. I've been around horses my whole life and even the ones you dont get attached to make you wonder "what if"...
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Postby skeenan » Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:35 pm

So sorry to hear the sad news... :(
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Postby btcountess » Mon Oct 15, 2007 8:02 pm

So sorry for your loss - you're in our prayers.
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Postby judi » Tue Oct 16, 2007 4:52 am

I am so sorry.
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