tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post6651285217277993926..comments2024-03-23T10:59:54.394-06:00Comments on The 7MSN Ranch: Parallel pathsthe7msnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01082802012105875164noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-60602944726659597462010-03-01T07:12:48.051-07:002010-03-01T07:12:48.051-07:00It's so hard to see them miss and call out for...It's so hard to see them miss and call out for their buddies. I know each day will get better too, but it can be hard. The burro brothers are just what the doctor ordered to help keep the smiles going.Wendy Whttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02238526435858903046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-11160844817100242292010-02-28T21:07:34.579-07:002010-02-28T21:07:34.579-07:00Do you think the pain of the loss is proportional ...Do you think the pain of the loss is proportional to the joy of the life? I do. It's so wonderful to have pets. They are a joy and comfort.MAYBELLINEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09459481721591224275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-30862041623063508452010-02-28T20:25:31.418-07:002010-02-28T20:25:31.418-07:00Don't think I've ever told you how handsom...Don't think I've ever told you how handsome I think Hank is...what a hunk! And you do realize that there are a LOT of great horses that need a good home, I'm sure. I know he's not "alone", but he is feeling third-wheelish, I'm sure. Well, it won't be hard to find a lovely someone to share the feedbag with, that's for sure...Netherfieldmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14260647159580710835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-2280397806926207712010-02-28T16:03:16.410-07:002010-02-28T16:03:16.410-07:00Oh I know these must be very hard times for you an...Oh I know these must be very hard times for you and for Hank. I'm so glad you have each other, and those two dear sweet other guys...George and Alan. They all know, don't they? Well, how could they not. I send you (((((((HUGS)))))))OldLady Of The Hillshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02458879772193114892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-32382806693595111742010-02-28T15:05:51.177-07:002010-02-28T15:05:51.177-07:00Herd dynamics are a fascinating thing. I saw the ...Herd dynamics are a fascinating thing. I saw the marked shift every time one of my foster donkeys was adopted out in 2008 and how the remaining donks would behave and posture for standing.<br />I can't think about Hank being lonely or sad though - it makes my heart hurt. Gotta love George and Alan even more for trying to fill the void.<br />((hug))Dannihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12623233206043947281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-91290938738358622302010-02-28T14:19:39.349-07:002010-02-28T14:19:39.349-07:00((hugs))((hugs))Carlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14685492126157550044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-65617792824770928262010-02-28T14:17:04.707-07:002010-02-28T14:17:04.707-07:00Animals do long for their own species.....have you...Animals do long for their own species.....have you thought yet about getting Hank a new horse friend? Just a thought...Lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06156107914072036894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-47790943381394642632010-02-28T14:10:08.667-07:002010-02-28T14:10:08.667-07:00They say....time heals all wounds. But the time c...They say....time heals all wounds. But the time can drag so it's great you all have each other to hug. The clowning around on the 'burrito brothers' part certainly makes it pass more quickly.<br /><br />Special healing nickers coming from the minis in Washington...Sandy ~~~https://www.blogger.com/profile/00438655230858362703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-67542075480190652182010-02-28T14:08:07.048-07:002010-02-28T14:08:07.048-07:00Baby steps. Every day brings new purpose, and tha...Baby steps. Every day brings new purpose, and thank God for the burrito brothers - for laughter IS the best medicine :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-69023028534692828042010-02-28T12:53:12.238-07:002010-02-28T12:53:12.238-07:00I'm glad you have a few comedians there. My do...I'm glad you have a few comedians there. My dog is my constant clown. Whenever I've lost an animal, it amazes me how so many parts of my daily routine were affected by their presence. It leaves a hole that takes awhile to get used to.Maery Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09897994913879836634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-75624042669744285822010-02-28T12:44:41.516-07:002010-02-28T12:44:41.516-07:00Time for another horse to join the 7MSN Ranch. NOt...Time for another horse to join the 7MSN Ranch. NOt that anyone could replace Lyle. Hope to see a serious monument to Lyle out in the pasture at some point.Lisa Paulhttp://leftcoastcowboys.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-64084231561506087012010-02-28T12:38:17.256-07:002010-02-28T12:38:17.256-07:00What a relief that Hank is eating and drinking and...What a relief that Hank is eating and drinking and staying healthy. I think of you guys every time I go out to the barn. This will bring you two so much closer. He has such compassionate eyes. Will you remind us of the story of how you got Hank?Victoria Cummingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17267314663679137147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-89851133588621180282010-02-28T12:32:14.743-07:002010-02-28T12:32:14.743-07:00Oh Hank. Looking for his friend, which is what we ...Oh Hank. Looking for his friend, which is what we all do when we've lost someone. <br /><br />Good thing God made donkeys to give the grief-striken some comedic relief.SWells in Oklahomanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-39819766881140996712010-02-28T12:28:05.956-07:002010-02-28T12:28:05.956-07:00I know how hard it must be. It takes a looooong ti...I know how hard it must be. It takes a looooong time to truly recover enough not to feel pain and sadness every day. Eventually the emptiness will fill up to where you can again smile at the memories.<br /><br />My heart goes out to you and Hank.Fantastyk Voyagerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15065772565014490544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-15508637288244835562010-02-28T12:08:54.236-07:002010-02-28T12:08:54.236-07:00Donkeys make everything better - such comedians! H...Donkeys make everything better - such comedians! Hank is a beauty. I like big Skewbalds :).Gainahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08495953058626656188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-55377199687335284202010-02-28T11:58:32.653-07:002010-02-28T11:58:32.653-07:00It's the little day to day stuff that keeps yo...It's the little day to day stuff that keeps you getting out of bed, putting one foot in front of the other.<br />Until one day you notice the sun is still shining.Junehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11710135137635433217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-28273612889866731832010-02-28T10:08:31.147-07:002010-02-28T10:08:31.147-07:00I know that neither you nor Hank will ever forget ...I know that neither you nor Hank will ever forget Lyle and hope that with each passing day it gets just a little bit easier. Man, we just love those burro brothers and are so glad that they're there to make sure you're doing okay.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-24684256895731380952010-02-28T09:12:52.682-07:002010-02-28T09:12:52.682-07:00If only we could understand how animals grief. But...If only we could understand how animals grief. But they do - no doubt. Touching and lovely pictures of Hank there. Thanks for the last one too!slingbackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15761213127668135316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-71328916270604362472010-02-28T09:11:51.838-07:002010-02-28T09:11:51.838-07:00Keeping you in our thoughts - he's a beautiful...Keeping you in our thoughts - he's a beautiful boy and I'm glad he's a comfort to you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-76054279020511487712010-02-28T09:10:42.354-07:002010-02-28T09:10:42.354-07:00Do they always fight over their toys? Silly boys.Do they always fight over their toys? Silly boys.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14523660446608394720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-12995780599089447032010-02-28T08:35:36.668-07:002010-02-28T08:35:36.668-07:00I wish I could wrap my arms around Hank's neck...I wish I could wrap my arms around Hank's neck and just hold on.... Hurray for George and Alan - when they're making you smile, I know you're not crying...Nancy in NCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-39974463738215901972010-02-28T08:30:05.078-07:002010-02-28T08:30:05.078-07:00Once again, a beautiful post. My thoughts are wit...Once again, a beautiful post. My thoughts are with you all ... I'm glad that the burros have such a good sense of humor ... they made good use of the traffic cone!mjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05101912051911090482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-13520994471857748212010-02-28T08:28:28.984-07:002010-02-28T08:28:28.984-07:00It sure does change the herd dynamics when one is ...It sure does change the herd dynamics when one is gone. I feel so bad for Hank, calling for Lyle. Breaks my heart. I wish there was a way to explain it to them. George and Alan seem to be doing a good job at keeping everyone cheerful. Such a tremendous loss though. Sending you big hugs from the gang over here.Mikeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03574914465998507310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-51655622036233706032010-02-28T08:23:40.941-07:002010-02-28T08:23:40.941-07:00The thought of Hank calling out for Lyle hurts my ...The thought of Hank calling out for Lyle hurts my heart.........I'm so glad he is feeling a little better each day and I am SO happy that you have your buddies to keep you busy and smiling !Bibinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4771557388430184941.post-91436830967054422002010-02-28T08:17:15.731-07:002010-02-28T08:17:15.731-07:00It's good to read that you and Hank are gettin...It's good to read that you and Hank are getting through the days a little easier as time passes... and I'm so happy that Hank is eating and drinking normally. Those donkey boys are priceless! Always have been, but I'm sure especially so now!<br /><br />We continue to think of you and send good thoughts.billiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18187141867284800597noreply@blogger.com