tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post3931146602739870991..comments2024-03-01T06:49:59.106-05:00Comments on Behind the Bit: The waiting list, 2Stacey Kimmel-Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08498926535389535263noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-49921224548901403342013-07-13T12:15:46.852-04:002013-07-13T12:15:46.852-04:00I was pretty darn sure you'd make this decisio...I was pretty darn sure you'd make this decision, given how bonded you are with Harv. I think it's the right one. Horses don't love change and if he's happy now and has good friends (equine and people) why uproot him and force him to reintegrate into a herd/new barn? <br /><br />And it's nice that Bob is so perceptive about your relationship with Harv. McFawnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-73354606354854258492013-07-13T00:39:25.188-04:002013-07-13T00:39:25.188-04:00I honor your decision. Your relationship with Harv...I honor your decision. Your relationship with Harv is strong and giving him away would have been hard. I'm sure, too, that he appreciates your companionship and care even much more than you appreciate his. He sounds happy where he is, so no need to change things. Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10029423500476995817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-87086431369035536292013-07-13T00:22:57.370-04:002013-07-13T00:22:57.370-04:00I'd have made the same decision. I appreciate ...I'd have made the same decision. I appreciate the fact that there are places like that, to take care of the oldies....giving them a good rest-of-their-life. It's a great option/opportunity for someone. I wouldn't be able to relinquish ownership, that's for sure, but not being able to see him every day? That would kill me. What if I couldn't make it out there one weekend, and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-70600086741419124602013-07-12T22:58:02.583-04:002013-07-12T22:58:02.583-04:00I'd have made the same decision. My oooooooool...I'd have made the same decision. My ooooooooold gelding, Ink, is living the life of Riley at my mom's, but there's no way either of us could relinquish ownership of him. Maybe we're all selfish, but Harv needs you. I'd have been sad for you if you'd relinquished ownership of him, though I'm very glad that place exists for the people who need it.Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03275971301824881125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-38227394031977134542013-07-12T21:18:23.131-04:002013-07-12T21:18:23.131-04:00On Monday at 9:16 a.m., I lost my wonderful 11-yea...On Monday at 9:16 a.m., I lost my wonderful 11-year-old cat Henry to a blood clot that lodged in his spine, paralyzing his back legs. The vet was unable to save him, and after the injection, I watched, hysterical, as the life left his gentle green eyes. I would give anything to see him just one more time, just one more minute. I thought of that as I read the last two lines of your wonderful blog.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-39900795341854208572013-07-12T19:11:57.166-04:002013-07-12T19:11:57.166-04:00I agree, I don't think I could ever relinquish...I agree, I don't think I could ever relinquish ownership of my horse, no matter how great the facility. It sounds like Harv is already in a near-ideal situation, and of course I'm sure he enjoys being able to see you often. If it works for him and for you, there's no reason to change.Frizzlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03084225669041286128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-84726420269865128952013-07-12T15:45:34.985-04:002013-07-12T15:45:34.985-04:00I can hazard a guess as to what farm you visited, ...I can hazard a guess as to what farm you visited, and yes - it DOES have a phenomenal reputation and history. I'm glad it's just as nice as you'd thought! However, I think in your case you are absolutely making the right decision to keep Harv where he is. He's happy, he loves seeing you, it seems to be working okay financially for you, and he's still Your Boy. Hugs to Harvey!RiderWriterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05679157278313699794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-63899909342482357012013-07-12T15:20:20.704-04:002013-07-12T15:20:20.704-04:00Harv would miss you too much. He is used to seein...Harv would miss you too much. He is used to seeing you all the time and I am sure that means as much as green pastures.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07335385366138424092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-37534996350007759182013-07-12T15:10:20.606-04:002013-07-12T15:10:20.606-04:00If it's not broken, don't fix it. Clearly ...If it's not broken, don't fix it. Clearly Harv is the king of the castle in his bar, he's fat and happy, and he has his person. No need for even the slightest tidge- all horses should be as well loved.<br /><br />( my iPad is having a seizure. He is the king of the castle at his BARN )Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-68376048625365135432013-07-12T14:05:52.444-04:002013-07-12T14:05:52.444-04:00It sounds like you've made a great decision. I...It sounds like you've made a great decision. If you, DH and Harv are all happy in the current situation, no need to change it, right?<br /><br />I love the close bond you have with you sweet old guy :)JJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07876732061083507317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-39264086433032826702013-07-12T13:47:46.962-04:002013-07-12T13:47:46.962-04:00That isn't selfish at all! If you don't ta...That isn't selfish at all! If you don't take his spot it will go to another horse, maybe one who would benefit even more. <br /><br />For the Southwest USA a full half day of turnout is nothing to scoff at. Harvey is a lucky guy and I hope that when my horse is in his twenties, I will be able to look after him as well and responsibly as you are doing for Harvey. What with all the "Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-12239746451536310552013-07-12T13:03:37.061-04:002013-07-12T13:03:37.061-04:00It sounds like you have made a decision that works...It sounds like you have made a decision that works for today. Wasn't one of the options to defer for a while, perhaps revisit the decision next year?<br /><br />Both you and Harve are comfortable with the current living conditions. This might not be the right time for a move.<br /><br />M in NC<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com