In Memory of: Nathanial
M. Silvers
Contributors:
Nancy Silvers of Angier, NC
Oliver Gallian of Dunn, NC,
Ivor Powell of Apex, NC
St. Stephens Episcopal Church of Erwin, NC
In Memory of: Anne Hogan
Van Horn
Contributors:
Mechanicsville Riding Club
Wizard
Owner: Marrett Poston
Contributors:
Southern
Pines Equine Associates
Shannon
Owner:
Robin Godfrey
Contributors:
Southern
Pines Equine Associates
Rain
Owner: Lauren McNulty
Contributors:
Southern
Pines Equine Associates
Buster
Owner: Kathy Roach
Contributors:
Southern
Pines Equine Associates
|
Lonnie
Owner:
David Gullion
Contributors:
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Carmen (canine)
Owner:
Elaine Twiggs
Contributors:
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Sam
Owner:
Susan & Dilles Walker
Contributors:
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Helen
Owner:
Ann & Tom Wicks
Contributors:
James River Equine Services |
Lady
Owner:
Jane Allen
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Lady
Owner:
Jane Allen
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Poem for Lady...
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 |
Santana Dawn
Owner:
Suzin Buonaguro
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Patches
Owner:
Molly Stanfield
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Circe
Owner:
Pam Lambert
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Holly
Owner:
John Evans
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Mojo
Owner:
Jan Johnson
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Railroad Man
Owner:
Joan Boyce
Contributor:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Top of the Ridge
"Topper was an exceptional horse who had
learned his job early in life. He will be sadly missed."
Owner:
Andre Grouix
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Flipper
Owner:
Kathy Hill
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Miracle
Owner:
Kathy Palma & Doug Hepler
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Cherokee
Owner:
Darla White
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
 Rusty
Owner:
Glen & Melissa Strickland
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Charlie
Owner:
Fred Connell
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
Turtle
Owner:
Mary Lacklen
Contributors:
Reidsville Vet Hospital |
| In remembrance of: the horses of Sheryl and
John Gotilly
Contributor:
Lyn Satisky |
In honor of: Lelia Vaughan-Keene
Contributor:
Shawn and Kelsey Nix |
In remembrance of:
Mr. Jim Laird
Donation made on behalf of Mrs. Kathy Laird of Santa Fe,
NM
Contributor:
Robin Voiers Winston-Salem, NC |
In honor of: Mrs.
Frances Hallam Hurt
a life long lover of horses and riding, on the occasion
of her 90th birthday
Contributor:
Bill Hedges |
Sam
Owner:
Ron and Wanda Lauziere
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Vierana
Owner:
Potpourri Farms
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Sunny
Owner:
Martha Hart
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Taffy
Owner:
Sharon Hakas
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Jack
Owner:
Elizabeth & Jim O'Donnell
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Major & Saint
Owner:
Scott & Barbara Adcock
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Mira
Owner:
Christina Courtenay
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Joey
Owner:
Vickie & Catherine Tice
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Thunder
Owner:
Pam & James Vick
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
In remembrance of: Kathleen Mary
Hunt 1904-2005
Contributors:
Ethel Soefker, Kay Smith and Lesley Hunt |
Comet
Owner:
Ramona Huff
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Tahziah
Owner:
Ron & Wanda Lavziere
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Vicki
Owner:
Ann Harmon
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Dusty
Owner:
Susan Miller
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Mare
Owner:
Rebecca Winter
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Dennis
Owner:
The Forks
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Chester
Owner:
Elaine Boylen
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
In remembrance of: John F. Reeves
Contributor:
Louise & Ron Stevens |
Sky (1975-2000)
Owner:
Erin Cerrito
My first pony and a wonderful companion for 20 years.
Throughout our time together, my Sky Pony taught me more than
all my years of lessons combined. She could be spunky and
difficult, but oh so sweet and kind! We started out together, a
green pony and a 9 year old girl. We grew up and learned
together and she was the best friend I ever had. We spent years
in hunter lessons together, changed to bareback trail buddies,
learned to pull and drive a cart and so much more. All her
quirks only made me love her more. She couldn't abide being
closed in a stall, had a life long fear of whips and lunging,
couldn't cross a creek without pausing to lay down for a moment
, always refused her left lead and took great delight in
scraping the unsuspecting off on a tree branch and then nudging
you with her nose to ask why you were on the ground. But, she
always came running at my call and seemed to delight in all of
our adventures together. She is pictured here, a day before her
death, with her best buddy: Sweet Bey Serenade. |
For Stoney and Major
From Barbara LeMay |
Justin
Special friend of Mrs. Kim Pitts of Palm City, Florida |
Funny Face
Owners:
Mrs. Page Davis
Contributors:
Nancy Christie |
In honor of: Karen Pearce
for Christmas 2004
Contributor:
Greta Schiffman |
In honor of: Sheryl Gotilly
for Christmas 2004
Contributor:
Greta Schiffman & Arlene Pike |
In honor of: Ruth Kintzele
for Christmas 2004
Contributor:
Eric Hodge |
Robert Rex Bailey
Contributor:
Sherry L. Beardl |
Jose
Owners:
Lori & Sean Hackney & Family
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
In honor of: Virginia & Conley L.
Smith
Contributor:
Virginia Crosby Underhill |
Angee Ambury
Contributor:
Cathy Chumbley |
Sally McGraw
Contributor:
Susan Carbone
I will remember you, your words of wisdom, your independence,
and your grace. Sally you had a habit of making me smile and
reminding me to be thankful for the blessings in my life. I am
grateful for having known you. Of course you would request that
donations be made to USERL. That was you, and I am happy to do
it.
Bridget McNair
I will always remember your beautiful smile and all the laughter we
shared. I'm blessed to have called you "friend". I'll miss you.
Leslie Bierwiler |
Gidgette
Owners:
Jerry Jones
Contributors:
Dr. Linda Balot
Greenville Mobile Equine Service, PA |
Mark Henry Wade, Jr.
Contributors:
Jennifer & John Wisener in consideration of Virginia, Jacquelyn and David.
Mr. Wade was their Uncle.
–Uncle Henry enjoyed horses. He was a
member of the AQHA and the Barrel Horse Association. Today I
feel he is riding in pastures always green and the sun always
shines. |
June Grant
Contributors:
Betty Mull in consideration of Ms. Grant's mother, Mrs.
Elizabeth Trantham
Molly M. Whitmire in consideration of Ms. Grant's mother, Mrs.
Elizabeth Trantham |
Contributors:
•Mr. & Mrs. George Rilling
•Ann Campbell Laidlaw
•Nancy R. Roberts
•Mr. & Mrs. Russell Bush
•Summerfield Veterinary Hospital
•Mr. & Mrs. John Bates
•Mr. & Mrs. George Staley
•Carol S. Allen
•Emily Allen Talbert
•April Wreath
•Waymon & Victoria Autry of Torihope Farm
•Jory & Sonya Marino
•The Ladies Auxillary of the Pinecroft Sedgefield Fire
Department
•Salle & Butch Kelly
•The Pinecroft Sedgefield Fire Department
•Carol and Jeff Jefferys
•Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Rappaport
•Marion Hubbard
•The Neighbors on Sedgegrove Rd
•Marjorie & Louie Hoffman
•Pam Martinson
•Sheila Barker
•Jeanne B. Cross
•Peggy McGuire
•Meredith Nicholson of Casa Grande, AZ
•Linda Nulsen
|
Barbara Hutchins Thomas
Barbara H. Thomas was born in Lakeland, FL but spent
most of her childhood in Maine. She started riding with help from her mother, Dorcas
Thurston, and later they started The Thurstonia riding School in
Lewiston, Maine. She
married Camp L. Thomas in 1952 and in 1954 moved the family to
Greensboro, NC and started giving riding lessons. They soon out grew their small farm and opened Thomas
Farm Stables on Yanceyville Street. After ten years they moved again to Sedgefield Stables,
which she ran from 1973 until 2002, when health problems forced
her retirement. Barbara passed away September 24. 2004. She was the beloved mother of five children.
Barbara loved all animals, especially her horses, dogs
and cats. |
Princess
Owners:
Adrian & Allison Coates
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Nick
Owner:
Burt McKenzie
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Marou
Owner:
Lisa Dalrymple
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Jumper
Owners:
Kenneth & Doris Lane
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Snickers
Owners:
Bob & Bonnie Caie
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Alamo
Owners:
Dick and Andrea Moore
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Stormy
Owner:
Gwen Gammans
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Lema Jones
Contributors:
Mary Anne Mabry in consideration of Ms. Jones' Grandaughter,
Lynn Byrd
In memory of a dear kindhearted lady who loved the boggie man
too. |
Rue
Owner:
Amy Dickens
Contributors:
Erik Dickens
In memorial to Rue: A friend that lived a long and contented life, you will be greatly missed.
The Dickens Family |
Dexter
Owner:
Millicent Young
Contributors:
Dr. Jeffery A. Shane
James River Equine Services |
Shasta
Owner:
Anna Pike
Contributors:
Dr. Boyer & Dr. Scarlett
Cedar Hill Mobile Equine Service |
Fin
Owner:
Ann Turner
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Daisy
Owner:
Mel Wyatt
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Deych
Owner:
Sidley Payne
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Star
Owner:
Linda & Dixon Griffen
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
REST IN PEACE SOONER
|
Sooner
Owner:
Sue Ann, Bill, Cassandra, & Kate Beutke
Contributor:
Dr. James E. Meeker
Davie County Large Animal Hospital |
One Meg Modem
Owner:
Christina & Chuck Robinson
Contributors:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr.
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Google
Owner:
Mike Hanville
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Brenner
Owner:
Boots & Dave Wright
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Patches
Owner:
Knute & Tabitha Bemis
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Moosie
Moosie was a 3/4 TB 1/4 Percheron owned and
loved by Eden Bermingham DVM. Moosie was the 3rd generation of
TB/Draft crosses owned and bred by Eden and her father. She was
wonderful in every way and will be deeply missed.
Owner:
Eden Bermingham DVM
Contributors:
Marcia Majors and Joel Kmetz of Durham NC |
Diane Gordon Collins
Contributors:
Dennis and Linda Fulk of Sylva NC |
Hyde Park
Attn:
Peggy McElveen of Singletary Riding Center
Contributor:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Beaver
Owner:
Irish Cross Farm
Contributors:
Dr. James M. Hamilton
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
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Strider
Owner:
Diann Kirby
Contributor:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Porky
Owner:
Mary and Neil Rice
Contributor:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Sunflower
Owner:
Steve McNeill
Contributor:
Dr. Thomas M. Daniel Jr
Southern Pines Equine Associates |
Junior
By adopting an older horse, Carol gave Junior a chance
to live out his last years happily. She took him on trail rides
and to the beach, and introduced him to his equine companion
Hoodoo. His easy going manner made many children happy through
the years. This year, after battling a rare disease, Carol made
the difficult decision to end his suffering. He no longer feels
any pain and grazes in eternal sunshine with Hoodoo.
Owner:
Carol Ballance
Contributors:
Jennifer, Jeremiah and Audrey Hester |
Lisa Mann
Contributors:
Sandra and Bob Kinsey
Bettye R. Moody
Charles & Anna Corbett
Ted & Louise W. Tyson
Carol C. Rich
Ann & Wayne Wilbourne
Robin & Keith Brown
Teresa & Vinnie Palmieri
Diane C. Ertel
Neena Nowell |
Rufus Ray Freeman
October 29, 1939 - January 6, 2004
Mr. Freeman was an avid horse lover. He had race
horses that ran and won in different parks around the country.
He also had his pets he just kept on the farm. He is survived by
his wife Sara Freeman.
Contributors:
The Freeman family. |
Lawrence L. Jones, III
Mr. Jones was an animal lover his entire life, and
supported equine charities. This donation is made in his memory.
Contributor:
His daughter, Julie L. Jones. |
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Spade
Spade was a 23-year-old horse who died suddenly at the
beginning of February 2004. His owners, Cathy and Bob Snyder,
loved him very much.
Owners:
Cathy and Bob Snyder:
"This picture is about 4 yrs. old but it is the best one to
show him doing what he loved to do best, trimming the lawn for
us. I know that his early years were hard on him from various
marks he had and comments from different horse people and vets.
I am happy to say that his last 17yrs. were good to him and he
was very loved. He is greatly missed around here by all that
knew him.
Thank you for your kind memorial and all the work
everyone there at NCERL does for these magnificent
animals."
Contributor:
Marcia Majors |
JB & Miss Money
JB was a Thoroughbred horse stolen and recovered in
1979. He later died of colic at age 31. His barn mate, Miss
Money, was a foundation-bred Quarter Horse who also died of
colic, 10 years later, at age 29.
Owner:
Marta Force |
Drexel
A big dog with a big heart
Owners:
Mary and Andy Constantino
Contributors:
Lucia, Brad and Isabel |
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NCSU Ruler Bird
Ruler (an NCERL horse) was the smartest horse I ever
had the pleasure to meet. There was never a dull moment, for
horses or people when he was around. You had to earn his respect
and if you didn't, you certainly respected him. He fought so
hard to beat navicular disease for many years. I loved him as
did many others in the Rescue League. He was a beautiful,
intelligent animal who gave his all in everything he did. His
strong presence and silly antics will linger in mind every day
for always!!
Contributor/Adopter:
Mary Ellen Malone |
Nerissa (7/11/74- 4/14/03)
Nerissa was a Crabbet bred Arabian mare with an
exceptional pedigree. She was a great family show and pleasure
horse, accumulating many ribbons in English and Western
Pleasure. Although highly trained, she would accommodate riders
of all experience levels. She was one of the most well mannered
horses I've ever owned. She was also an excellent broodmare,
providing us with two beautiful foals. She was an outstanding
all around horse. She touched the hearts of many people and will
be missed by all that knew her.
Owners:
James A. and Linda T. Clark
Contributors:
Friends at NIEHS |
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Peppy's Crazy Warrior ("Peppy")
Peppy was a beautiful
grey Quarter horse stallion that spent all of his 13 years with NCERL Volunteer and friend Lisa Hartman. He was a huge part of Lisa's Life and words
could never express just how much he was loved and will be missed.....we were
fortunate to have known such a special soul, may he rest in peace.
Contributors:
Coastal Therapeutic Riding Program |
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Brandy, Heidi, and Babe
In honor of Toto the Magnificent aka
Sir Short Pants
Contributors:
Americart/Darlene
and Wayne Cohoe |
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Cher
On April 22, 2002 at about 1:30 in the
morning little Cher had to leave us. Like so many wonderful
things in life we just couldn't keep her, she was only ours for
a little while. What a tragedy to see a precious little life end
so soon after it began. Rest assured that if she knew nothing
else before she left us, she knew how very important she was to
us and how much we wished she could have stayed...farewell baby
girl...may you rest in peace. |
Peggy Grimes
Contributors:
Co-workers of Sharon James at PrimeCare of Greensboro |
Chloe
Contributors:
Rocky River Riders 4-H Club |
Nancy Pixley (Beth) Hagaman
Mrs. Nancy (Beth) Pixley Hagaman passed away on Saturday,
Feb. 8, 2003, after an extended illness. She was born to Dr. and
Mrs. John M. Pixley in Columbus, Ohio. Beth was preceded in
death by her father. Beth is survived by her husband, H.
McCartney Hagaman, and their two sons, Brandon and Mack, of
Pfafftown. Also surviving are her mother, Mrs. Nancy Pixley
Wilson; sister, Gretchen Pixley-Jones, and nieces Nancy Griffen
and Martha Parke; also a brother, William Kirk Pixley. Beth
attended Summit School, Salem Academy, and graduated from R.J.
Reynolds High School. She studied at the Ringling School of Art
in Sarasota, Fla. Beth loved and worked with horses for most of
her life and was often involved with caring for abused and
neglected horses. The family wishes to sincerely thank all those
who have helped us in so many ways over the past three years. We
especially want to thank all of the extraordinary people at
Hospice.
Contributors:
Cartney Hagaman
Robert C. Morgan and Company
Mrs. Dorothy Trotman
Marja & George Newton
Mrs. Eben Alexander, Jr.
Rob, Bonnie and David Fowler
Evangeline B. Smith
Betty Wilson
Dr. & Mrs. McCall
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Eshelman |
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Casper
Casper was a Lippizan/Quarter Horse of many talents -
riding, human babysitting, and horse babysitting. When Mary
Ellen rescued him from a collector in Virginia, he was almost 30
years old, very underweight and was carrying over 50 ticks. She
cleaned him up, fed him and made him a part of her family.
Casper's last years were spent getting and giving the love he
deserved. He is missed every day.
Owner:
Mary Ellen Malone
Kernersville, NC |
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Orion
"He was a very special horse. Orion tried
valiantly to overcome severe laminitis. He was a 23-year-old
thoroughbred gelding. I was lucky enough to share his life for
for 9 years."
Owner:
Margie Muenzer
Chapel Hill, NC
Contributors
Margie Muenzer
Diane Falcone
Susanne McKinney
Deborah Hock
Theresa Wentz
Rose Guthrie Britton |
Bandit
Bandit was a Quarter Horse gelding used for many years as a lesson horse. He taught many people young and old how
to ride.
Baby
Baby was an Arabian mare who was Tillie's first foal at the
beginning of her adventure in breeding Arabs.
Owner:
Ellen "Tillie" Phillips
El-Ka-Park Farm
Asheboro, NC
Contributor
Teena L. Byrd |
Kaleb
Owner:
Shannon Bowen
Asheboro, NC
Contributor
Teena
L. Byrd |
Mrs. Stella Stevens
Contributor
Sarah
Brandes Madry |
Mr. Mel Fuller
Contributors
Mimi
Hodges
Ray and Daca Thomas |
The
Wings Of Pegasus
by
JDE 12/ 29/ 00
As an avid reader and lover of horse stories, I often peruse the
antique shops for out-of-print horse books, stud books of the
various breeds... anything that is 'horsey' that I don't already
have. My most treasured book was acquired in this way.
It
was in a quaint New England town that one store drew my
attention. This building seemed out of place among colonial and
saltbox homes converted into a row of collectible shops along
Main Street, fondly called 'antique alley' in my area. The two
boutiques flanking it were pristine, almost startling; so bright
were their new coat of white paint and meticulously applied trim
of slate blue. In contrast, this homely structure was drab:
weathered and brown paint was peeling in strips from the siding.
What little trim still framed the doors and windows had rotted,
leaving ugly black scars on the soul of this once family
dwelling. The 'antiques for sale' sign dangled precariously from
the front door and 'old books' was written in black marker on a
shop-worn cardboard placard that leaned off-center against the
glass window.
Upon
entering, the smell was musty and stifling. The proprietor, well
over retirement age, sat behind the counter. He was a short,
dumpy man with a ruddy complexion; engrossed in some sports
magazine, he seemed oblivious to my presence.
There
did not appear to be any order or arrangement of the books by
category on the shelves. The old floorboards creaked as I moved
from shelf to shelf scanning the books. It was a book on the
fourth shelf that caught my eye. Obviously very old as the
binding was tattered, the leather jacket was mildewed and the
size was unique. It was a small book. Gently I slid it out from
between two gigantic volumes. Such a fragile book, the pages
dry, discolored from age. There was no title, just a black cover
with an outline of a winged horse. Intrigued, I opened the book.
The language was totally foreign to me, but written under each
word a previous owner or someone from the past had translated in
English. My hands shook with excitement as I read, "The
Wings of Pegasus" dedicated to "Htaruma Giznad, my
beloved stallion."
Upon
examining the book further, random notations were written in the
margins by the unknown translator. Chronological dates with
question marks, some crossed out boldly when eliminated with
surety from the mystery of the author's identity and era. Two
dates were double underlined, one in 1241 and the other in 1225.
A
brief exchange with the proprietor concluded the sale of the
book. I could barely contain my elation as I left the shop, the
book tightly clutched in my hand. There was no doubt in my mind
that I would be totally engrossed reading tonight.
The
story was set somewhere in the Middle East. I do not know the
current name of the country as boundaries have changed over the
centuries. A young princess, the only daughter of the Caliph,
had a magnificent bay Arabian stallion. His name was Htaruma
Giznad. They were inseparable. The princess was often seen on
Giznad, galloping over the sands, her veil flowing behind her,
laughing as they raced the wind. Giznad, too, loved this, as his
tail was held straight up, like a banner, as he ran; his dark
eyes intent on some distant finish line. This familiar sight
brought smiles to the Caliph's people, as the princess was loved
by all.
Than
one day a messenger brought word to the Caliph's people that
Giznad had become ill and died. The princess had been by his
side throughout his brief illness and was now inconsolable. She
wanted to know that life was not over for Giznad and that Allah
had a special place for horses. Above all, she wanted to know
that she would see him again.
The
Caliph sent envoys to all the surrounding countries for someone
who could put the princess's mind at rest. Great wealth would be
bestowed on the one who could answer the question.
I
do not know how much time passed, as those pages of the book
were brittle with age, and crumbled into ashes in my hand. But
the book continues when the princess is very ill. In her
delirium, the princess would call Giznad and relive their
wonderful times together
One
of her attendants was an ancient looking woman. Her skin dark
and wrinkled from age and weather. She was not from the Caliph's
province but from another remote country. It was she that was
tending the princess when she woke from a long period of
unconsciousness.
"Tell
me everything you felt when you were with Giznad when he
died", she said.
"I felt a gentle breeze", said the princess.
"Tell me everything you heard when you were with Giznad
when he died", she said.
"I heard the fluttering of wings as if a great bird was
near", said the princess.
The
old woman smiled. "Can you not see that your question has
been answered? Pegasus was sent to Earth to bring Giznad home to
the Creator of all beings. The gentle breeze was Pegasus
breathing Life into Giznad. The "fluttering" was the
wings of Pegasus taking him home."
This
little known book has brought me peace and comfort as well. For
I, too, had the same question as the princess. May this story
bring solace to all that have loved and lost a special horse.
In
loving memory of Amurath Danzig, AHR # 110678 who died Christmas
Eve 2000 Baileraghnaill Arabians. Newtown, CT |
