I did something stupid....

[Cam]

A few of you know that I lost my 13 y/o paso gelding several days ago to colic. He was with me since he was a yearling and the first horse I actually raised up and started training myself. We had a few rough patches, but he finally became the horse I knew he could be. An awesome smooth ride and a great buddy. I could get a sweet kiss from him by tapping my cheek and he even liked to 'shake hands'. Once I lost him, I lost my desire to keep a horse. He was to be my last horse and just the right age to 'retire' about the same time as me. I sent the mare (a paso/walker cross that was given to me last summer just to keep him company) to a boarding facility and have been looking to place her. I did mention it to someone with an aged appy the other day and she seemed quite interested.
My daughter told me today I shouldn't make a decision right now...that there was probably a horse out there somewhere that needed me. (I've taken in a few needy ones over the years) I told her the only way I'd get another horse was if I couldn't place the mare AND if someone gave me a free older paso...which wasn't likely.
Now for the stupid part: I went to the local equine rescue today.
I only went to talk to the owner about hay. Some friends went with me and started asking about the horses available. This is a free lease rescue operation. They retain ownership and take the horse back if it doesn't work out. No adoption fee.
Anyway...they just took in a 17 y/o paso gelding. The first paso they've ever gotten. The only info they have is that his owner died, his name is Paso (how original), and he was used for dressage. He's a cute little thing, about 13.2, (just my size) seems to have manners on the ground, and gaits well in hand.
How will this story end??

[SandyMM]

Think it over while you're working on the midnight laundry... ;)

(But I say - go for it.... the coincidence factor is _very_ high!)

I am sorry to hear about your gelding, though.... :mecry:

[GregM]

Oooh, me, me, pick me, I know. Happily. I think you have a new friend...good luck with him.

[Linda Y]

That's the way it always happens. Never say never. If 'Paso' needs you and you need him, you will know. Take him, give him a chance. You know that you can take him back if he is not the one to help fill that hole in your heart.

[Mystic Fire]

I'll have to agree with Sandy, it's too much of a coincidence to ignore. Could be fate?

D.

[motorgypsy]

They do pick us you know. We also love the smaller ones. And you might think this is weird but I bet the boy you lost doesn't want you to be lonely and might have whispered in your ear to go to the rescue knowing what you'c find.

[Carol Nelson]

Agree to all of the above...go for it!! These things happen for a reason, you know...!! ;)

[Terri]

Good for you! Yes, go for it. What have you got to lose, if it doesn't work out, you can take him back. But you have tons to gain - a new friend.

[ErinC]

Ya,, Cam you should give it a try , it seems like fate!!!!

[lisa l aka marci]

Oh Cam - so sorry to hear you lost him!

But you know, things work in mysterious ways........and your daughter is right....

I'll be looking forward to pictures of this rescue.....

[sporthorse]

So sorry about your loss. I will have to agree .When one door closes sometimes another will open. Good luck.

[Pasogirlz]

If I know Cam.....she went right home and got her horse trailer. :grayhorse:

[Mo.D]

Oh Cam I am SO so VERY sorry about you losing your boy!!!!!!!!!!!! That sadness is still fresh for me too.Getting the new boy will help you.My new boy is already helping me ALOT.I am SO very sorry but also happy you and the new boy were led to eachother.No coincidense i'm sure.Your friend,Mo

[Abejita]

Rule number 1) NATURE ABHORES A VACUUM (and a pasoless barn is a vacuum)
Rule number 2) WHEN GOD SMACKS YOU UPSIDE THE HEAD LIKE THIS YOU LISTEN
HEHEHEHE :v:

[Finogirl]

So sorry about your boy, that must be very hard for you - but you know in your heart that this little horse needs your love and from previous experience you know the rescued ones love us most !!!

GO FOR IT GIRL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Cam]

Yep, I knew you guys would be the voice of reason.
My heart tells me to go for it. My head tells me to run as fast as I can in the opposite direction. I'll be going back this week for a closer look (and a camera). They agreed to hold him until I make a decision.

[Laura S]

Cheryl so sorry about your loss! I can't imagine going thru that. But this new one sounds like it would be good for both of you! I hope it all works out when you go back to look at him. And ((((Hugs))))

[George Marlow]

Simply if we don't take chances, chances won't take us, more simply, go for it and good luck.

[ruuhzoo]

Having gone through something similar not too long ago I can offer this -

You are grieving the loss of your beloved horse - you do not think you can learn to love another at this point or are not sure you want to love another because you are hurting. The thought of getting attached to another horse is beyond your vision at this point.

You will find there is room in your heart to love both horses. Just because you get a new horse does not mean you will love your former horse less. And because you love your former horse so much, that does not mean that there is not room in your heart for another, because there is. The more there are to love, the greater your heart will grow to love them.

Go at your own pace, only you know what feels right for you. But don't be afraid to open your heart to a new horse. P

[nellie99]

I agree with everyone. The loss of your buddy is hard to deal with certainly, but this little guy showing up and you also? HA! The hand of GOD was on your back pushing you towards your new future. Having come from Upstate NY originally, I know that then there were not many pasos around (in fact I never heard about them until I moved here in OK), so maybe it's that way in all of New England? So his being there is way past fluke....... I say listen to your heart, your mind may reason, but your heart will grieve if you don't follow it. Nellie

[Rusel]

Rule number 1) NATURE ABHORES A VACUUM (and a pasoless barn is a vacuum)
Rule number 2) WHEN GOD SMACKS YOU UPSIDE THE HEAD LIKE THIS YOU LISTEN
HEHEHEHE :v:

When you take the camera, take the horse trailer..... save on gas and time making a second trip....

[pnalley]

WOW,

Ruhzoo said:

>>Having gone through something similar not too long ago I can offer this -

You are grieving the loss of your beloved horse - you do not think you can learn to love another at this point or are not sure you want to love another because you are hurting. The thought of getting attached to another horse is beyond your vision at this point.

You will find there is room in your heart to love both horses. Just because you get a new horse does not mean you will love your former horse less. And because you love your former horse so much, that does not mean that there is not room in your heart for another, because there is. The more there are to love, the greater your heart will grow to love them.

Go at your own pace, only you know what feels right for you. But don't be afraid to open your heart to a new horse. P

That is spot on! Go for it.