tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post3436288486444523992..comments2024-01-06T11:22:03.305-08:00Comments on Equestrian Ink: One Step Forward, Five Steps BackJami Davenporthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-83517524742263102612010-07-27T18:00:53.281-07:002010-07-27T18:00:53.281-07:00Hey, guys, thanks so much for the feedback.
BTW, ...Hey, guys, thanks so much for the feedback.<br /><br />BTW, the left hind is the "big leg" anyway so I would expect it to look like it dropped more. Even considering that, I didn't think she looked too bad.<br /><br />I'm going to try to take it one day at a time. Tomorrow, I'm back in the saddle.Jami Davenporthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-16200822495691961262010-07-27T13:40:44.878-07:002010-07-27T13:40:44.878-07:00Jami: I'm echoing others here, but this sounds...Jami: I'm echoing others here, but this sounds like the perfect opportunity to make an effort to live in the present, and to make the most of every single moment you have with Gailey. Her legs don't look great, but then...neither do mine...and they work fine! As Mommyrides said, horses live in the present. I kind of envy them! <br /><br />Nevertheless, of course I can relate. The idea of having to replace Kwintus worries me, both on an emotional level as well as on a financial level. But why worry about the distant future when anything could happen in the next few seconds? (easy to say, I know! I'm the first to worry about...well, everything I can possibly worry about!) <br /><br />Just enjoy yourself and your horse. S*** happens. Someone I know recently had her Grand Prix horse poked through the foot with a pitchfork. It was an accident, of course. The horse nearly died from the infection, but the vets managed to save it. But will it be able to compete again? Will it be able to compete at Grand Prix level? Nobody knows. But the horse certainly isn't bothered about such "trivialities".<br /><br />I wish you many more years with your lovely mare. And I'm sending you lots of love and hugs, too.Francesca Prescotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18201599087106798500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-37731124594397361582010-07-27T11:31:56.768-07:002010-07-27T11:31:56.768-07:00I don't see a very big difference either. I&#...I don't see a very big difference either. I'm with mommyrides and Linda... know that there is the possibility and it would happen whether you use her or not. Ride her, keep her comfy and happy. <br /><br />I can identify with your feelings and losing the work, relationship and partnership of 12 years. It is not a light thing at all. <br /><br />Hang in there and enjoy your beautiful red-head.<br /><br />The best of luck with everything, keeping you and Gailey in my thoughts!Shansterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04397551985965117012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-56525273164267124022010-07-27T03:38:02.786-07:002010-07-27T03:38:02.786-07:00The left looks a little lower in the second photo....The left looks a little lower in the second photo. My mare Maisie has always had long, sloping pasterns - good farrier work has helped a bit as she has more heel now and supports herself better. She had one serious (9 mos. of rehab) rear suspensory injury on the right rear when I got her 8 years ago, and has been having some trouble with the left since. I've decided it's my job to keep her sound and happy as long as possible, even if that means I can't do as much with her as I like - I no longer jump her and take it easy on the flatwork. I also find Sports Medicine Boots for support help somewhat. Good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-59972048935342263792010-07-26T21:37:20.189-07:002010-07-26T21:37:20.189-07:00Linda, you, too, are right. I'm feeling better...Linda, you, too, are right. I'm feeling better about it all today. <br /><br />I'm anxious to get back in the saddle. I haven't been able to ride for over a week because I cut my finger pretty bad and can't bend it enough to hold the reins.Jami Davenporthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-50020824295173754392010-07-26T21:28:26.804-07:002010-07-26T21:28:26.804-07:00Mommyrides,
You know, you're right. Horses, l...Mommyrides,<br /><br />You know, you're right. Horses, like all animals, live in the present. They don't worry about tomorrow. I shouldn't either because it's out of my control.<br /><br />What I can do is everything in my power to keep her sound and healthy.<br /><br />Thanks for reminding me of that.Jami Davenporthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-21922853840948344862010-07-26T20:28:23.873-07:002010-07-26T20:28:23.873-07:00Jami - I so totally relate to your post. And even ...Jami - I so totally relate to your post. And even though that particular vet was straightforward, I wouldn't let his words get to you. Gailey might last for several years as a riding horse, and many more as a pasture pet. His opinion is only one opinion. Your mare seems to be beating the odds as it is, so think a good thought and just keep riding and enjoying her. I wish you many more good years with her.Linda Bensonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17948970237555890150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-85496972610331760872010-07-26T20:22:26.608-07:002010-07-26T20:22:26.608-07:00Hey Jami:
I'm by no means an expert or anythin...Hey Jami:<br />I'm by no means an expert or anything but I was surprised when the caption indicated that 6 years had passed from the first photo to the second! I'm with you on this one, there just does not seem to be a big difference. <br />Hold each day precious and don't waste your time worrying about Gailey's time. She is not worried and horses have a wonderful way of staying in the present. Maybe we should too because none of us really knows when it's over.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com