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The toughest post I may ever write……..

March 13, 2013

13 Mar

I’ve been kind of quiet for the last week on here…….but tonight I feel the need to spill out all my overflowing emotions.

My heart has a huge hole in it.
Today I said my goodbyes to my best friend for the last 20 years…..way more of my life I have known with Mikey, then without. Not quite sure where to go from here. He’s always been here, always been there for me, always been a part of my life.
So how do you say goodbye to a friend like that: hugs, kisses, scratches, kind words of thanks and love, all his favorite treats. And tears, lots of tears.
I had been afraid of this day for so many years….the day I had to make the decision it was time for Mikey to go. Turns out I shouldn’t have been afraid; it was a bittersweet blessing that I will always cherish. I got to say my goodbyes, I got to make sure his last moments were the best they could possibly be. Not everyone gets that opportunity. 
So here’s to you buhba boy: You were the most amazing pony a girl could ever ask for. A once in a lifetime friend, opportunity, first love, teacher. There will never be another you. And all that you leave me with, makes me who I am today. You tested me, pushed me to my limits and built my patience with your stubborn spirit. You taught me to be the most amazing rider, I wouldn’t have learned an ounce of my “stick um'” seat with out you. You thoroughly reminded me when I messed up, another horse will never put me in the dirt as much as you did. You were always there for me, with a soft nuzzle and hug, and sweet listening ears, you brought me through more issues with your pony responses then any person ever will.
Thank You! 
I will always have the memories, so many memories, most all of childhood memories have you in them. Most of my favorite memories have you in them. But right now, I feel a heavy weight with your absence…..
My heart will always have Mikey in it.
 
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  1. Joanie says

    March 13, 2013 at 5:59 am

    My heart goes out to you Darleen. But what a wonderful gift your memories of Mikey are. He will always be alive in your heart.

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  2. J.Rhoades says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    Your words almost brought tears to my eyes, it's clear how much you loved him! Hang in there! He sounds like a wonderful animal, and I'm sure he loved you as well.

    Reply
  3. Sarah says

    March 13, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss. {{Hugs}}

    Reply
  4. Lyndi says

    March 13, 2013 at 7:19 pm

    Thank you for sharing this, while I am glad you got the opportunity to make his many years wonderful I wish these kinds of days never had to come. Looking forward to being able to give you a hug in person.

    Reply
  5. GuernseyDairyMama says

    March 14, 2013 at 5:20 am

    Thank You all so much, your kind words are helping to heal the hole in my heart.

    Reply

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