Rest in Peace Casper

A good and kind horse passed a couple of days ago. He was owned by Sarah and boarded at the barn where we used to be (and are going back to in a week or so). I didn't know either one of them terribly well as Sarah is the quiet type and kept to herself alot.

I do know that she loved and cared for Casper with all of her heart. Casper was up there in years. He may have been around 25 or so. I am not entirely sure. Even though he had Cushings, he was active and relatively spry for a guy his age.

Even with his advanced age, he ran the mares around and liked to kick up his heals. He always nickered when someone entered the barn. He took care of his rider as much as she took care of him.

My heart goes out to Sarah for her loss. It was Casper's time but that doesn't make it any easier for her.

Somewhere in time's own space

There must be some sweet pastured place

Where creeks sing on and tall trees grow

Some paradise where horses go,

For by the love that guides my pen

I know great horses live again.

~Stanley Harrison