tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post8569369914757005812..comments2024-03-26T05:15:39.663-07:00Comments on Equestrian Ink: A life too short, an impact so great.Jami Davenporthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-74109888953835888552012-12-23T15:53:53.012-08:002012-12-23T15:53:53.012-08:00I'm so sorry for your loss, and all the pain a...I'm so sorry for your loss, and all the pain and worry you've been through trying to save this little bird. No matter whether it's a bird, a dog or a horse, each life is precious and leaves a huge gap when we lose them. You did everything you could fcr him and I'm sure you made his short life a happy one. RIP Thump. I'll think of you when I'm feeding the starlings in my garden (Here in the UK they're considered an endangered species believe it or not,even though there always seem to be hundreds of the little things flying around!)<br /><br />If you believe our beloved pets wait for us at the Rainbow Bridge, you'll be reunited with him one day!Hywela Lynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13789711554354184386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-43292289571108909372012-12-19T12:08:30.036-08:002012-12-19T12:08:30.036-08:00Terri,
The hardest part about reading other people...Terri,<br />The hardest part about reading other people's blogs is that I get very attached to their animals. I know the pain of losing a dearly-loved furry or feathered friend, so when one of you is suffering it just makes me so sad. At least you have the comfort of knowing your readers completely understand - no "it's just a (fill in the blank)" people here!<br /><br />I am disgusted that you were able to find no one who would even see Thump. Having worked as a tech myself, I know vets can have rules with which we definitely don't agree...<br /><br />Every little life is valuable, every life means something. Thump certainly enriched yours and you were a wonderful mom to him. My deepest sympathy for your loss.RiderWriterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05679157278313699794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-41902412811211144662012-12-19T08:47:45.837-08:002012-12-19T08:47:45.837-08:00Thank you so much Irish Horse. Your words are very...Thank you so much Irish Horse. Your words are very poetic and very much appreciated. I heard a bird outside yesterday that was chirping loudly even when it was raining. I went outside but could not see where the bird was. I thought to my self, maybe it is Thump, come back to tell me he is OK and flying free. Have a Blessed Holiday.Terri Rocovichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222380250153504890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-77142239719627455292012-12-18T20:57:06.533-08:002012-12-18T20:57:06.533-08:00I'm so sorry, he was so pretty. And I'm so...I'm so sorry, he was so pretty. And I'm so mad at the uncaring people who said he was "just" a starling. He was a piece of your heart, now missing. Any creature, great or small, can leave a big impact. Fly free Thump. irish horsehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11289040711028666546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-24510032731478076672012-12-18T20:29:04.191-08:002012-12-18T20:29:04.191-08:00Thank you Laura, Alison and Camryn:
I so apprecia...Thank you Laura, Alison and Camryn:<br /><br />I so appreciate and take comfort in your comments. As we all know time will ease the grief. My other 4-legged family members have sensed my somber mood and have been particularly attentive. Even my cats (who would have probably eaten Thump given the chance) have been clowning around and "redecorating" my Christmas tree as if to try to lift my spirits. I rode Uiver later the morning that Thump died and he was even more perfect than normal. He knew I was sad and giving him a big, long hug definetly helped. You have my warmest wishes for a blessed and happy holiday. Terri Rocovichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222380250153504890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-89448811540391874372012-12-18T20:18:51.759-08:002012-12-18T20:18:51.759-08:00Thank you Jamie, Martha and Jenj, he was a part of...Thank you Jamie, Martha and Jenj, he was a part of my family and there is a big hole that that little bird occupied. <br /><br />And Anonymous, I am considering getting another bird. I have a love bird named Chance that I rescued nearly 10 years ago. He was content to be on his own before Thump came into our lives but I think he misses him too. And miss the closeness I had with Thump. Chance does not really like to be handled or even come out of his cage but Thump always wanted to be with me and loved to sit on top of my head or shoulder or arm and just hang out. I am going to see if I still feel the same after the Holidays and if I do I think I will contact some bird rescues to see what my options are.Terri Rocovichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222380250153504890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-31975951274464899582012-12-18T20:10:10.727-08:002012-12-18T20:10:10.727-08:00C.E. Wolfe
Thank you so much for your comment and...C.E. Wolfe<br /><br />Thank you so much for your comment and we are obviously kindred spirits. I believe that humans are just one of many species on this planet and not necessarily the superior ones. I know that horrible things happen in the animal world put you never hear of an animal killing without reason or for sport. Hmmmm. Now who is the more advanced species. I wish you the most wonderful of Holidays.Terri Rocovichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222380250153504890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-85356929086773361462012-12-18T15:29:08.978-08:002012-12-18T15:29:08.978-08:00A pox on all those vets and techs who wouldn't...A pox on all those vets and techs who wouldn't give you and Thumper the time of day! <br /><br />As always your post move me. (This one to tears.) <br /><br />Goodbye little Thump.Alisonhttp://www.alisonhartbooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-66960285019962555172012-12-18T13:48:43.215-08:002012-12-18T13:48:43.215-08:00Oh Terri, I am so sorry. I know how much Thump mea...Oh Terri, I am so sorry. I know how much Thump meant to you from your previous posts. And how could he not, after all you went through together. I, too, saved a young starling once (broken leg) and no one would help with him (same reasons). Sadly this little bird died in just two short days, probably from residual effects of whatever trauma caused the broken leg. <br /><br />The most painful animal losses I have experienced have been with young animals. Its just so heartbreaking. I wish there was something I could say that would help...I know how sad you must feel. You did all you could do for him, and he had a happy life. I hope you can rest a little in that. Thank you for sharing him and the touching story of your life together. Sending you wishes for peace and healing.Laura Crumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200878892304748308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-49214069857396468262012-12-18T11:46:39.378-08:002012-12-18T11:46:39.378-08:00Bless your heart for caring so much. Crying shame...Bless your heart for caring so much. Crying shame no one wanted to help you with him. Vets office I used to work out we Techs always did our best no matter the species. Luckily Doc humored us, couldn't always save them but, we did try! Which is as it should've been for you and Thump.Camrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12696952736180900465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-22116236969803335442012-12-18T10:57:58.100-08:002012-12-18T10:57:58.100-08:00I had a similar attachment to a scrub jay that I r...I had a similar attachment to a scrub jay that I rescued from my cat. When he was gone, I missed him desperately and finally I bought a small hand raised parrot. I had never liked birds before, but now I'm living with my third bird friend and would not consider life without one to be complete.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-39701945174555565082012-12-18T09:56:12.664-08:002012-12-18T09:56:12.664-08:00Sometimes the small lives that are with us for the...Sometimes the small lives that are with us for the shortest time leave the biggest holes. Hugs to you and your family for your loss.jenjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01737679332792618499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-71731462563199318092012-12-18T09:47:33.281-08:002012-12-18T09:47:33.281-08:00We do understand. It's so hard to lose these ...We do understand. It's so hard to lose these small lives that cross paths with our own. I am so sorry you lost Thump so soon.Martha Seaman McKeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14074527769706946879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-43189156551838770992012-12-18T07:53:22.934-08:002012-12-18T07:53:22.934-08:00It doesn't matter that he was a starling, he w...It doesn't matter that he was a starling, he was part of your family, & I am very sorry for your loss. :(<br /><br />JamieHorseyhabithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13562602210138301545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-17555317943990098782012-12-18T06:56:16.588-08:002012-12-18T06:56:16.588-08:00I don't understand why many people find it str...I don't understand why many people find it strange to be concerned about ALL animals. (and not just certain ones.) I was explaining to somebody how I've been catching mice in my attic using a humane trap, and found a dead one only 48 hours after setting the trap, so now I put a lot of food plus a container of water in the trap so they don't dehydrate before I release them... and yeah, I should have known better, cause they thought I was nuts. I thought people love to think that humans are special because we alone have the capacity for empathy (snort). Anyways... <br /><br />Thanks for caring for Thump and giving him such a happy life. I am sad that he passed away, but your post reminded me that there are special,caring people in the world, and what with everything that's been going on lately, I really needed that. Thanks. <br /><br />C.E. Wolfehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18049613316934614455noreply@blogger.com