ARE WE MOVING AGAIN? The suspense is thick!

Hubby might be promoted soon… and we might be moving again soon.

For those of you with horses, you know how MOVING makes one feel. Nervous and excited. That’s how it makes me feel.

I mean, I love our sweet wine town of Paso Robles. But, it hasn’t been a great move for me and the horses. So, the idea of a ‘do over’ – is very exciting.

We might get to move back to our Grass Valley house… we might have to move somewhere completely new… or I might move back to Grass Valley while Hubby gives his new job (whatever it may be) a trial – so that we don’t make another huge horse move and then he doesn’t like what he is doing.

Also, I’ve learned that it is best to live in a town for a year before purchasing, if possible. This way you learn if yo like it and you also learn the areas you feel most at home.

I do miss our Grass Valley ranchette. Here you see Gwen in front. Sam is hidden behind her, Rojo is the chestnut behind and Remi is far tight. (Sam passed at Skydog Sanctuary. Rojo and Remi are still at Skydog, living free.)

LOOK WHAT I DID … AND LOOK AT THE RESULTS! (no affiliation)

So I couldn’t help myself… I received an email from my friend, Susan Ellis-Saller, who does card readings. She is having a sale for $9.99 to answer one question.

OMG! Yes! Help me understand what is out there for us! So I clicked on the link and paid the $9.99. I decided to ask: “Will we be moving soon?” I heard back the next morning.

Here was her answer:

Awesome! I feel better.

HERE IS HER CONTACT EMAIL IF YOU’D LIKE TO HAVE A READING YOURSELF!

Hello my dear !

The warmer weather and sunshine have me filled with optimism, positivity, and just a radiant feeling! I’m outside replanting my gardens and planning for the coming year!

It feels like crawling out of my cave after a long winter’s hibernation. Are you feeling it too??

I wanted to share my happiness with you by offering some special prices on my readings!

3 Card Reading – $9.99 (not usually available)

You can get a three-card reading about a variety of different topics. You can either choose what each card means, or I will assign it to Past, Present, and Future for the situation you are asking about.

MARCH DROP IN THE BUCKET FUND!: Two mares, TRAPPED IN A STALL FOR YEARS WITH MANURE SO HIGH that their backs rubbed on the ceiling – enduring horrible disfigurement … Meet our March BUCKET FUND HORSES: TIA AND SHAKIRA! Please FORWARD! Click here for story and to donate: https://www.horseandman.com/?p=53889

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UPDATE on our March Bucket Fund horses, SHAKIRA AND TIA!

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Two mares, TRAPPED IN A STALL FOR YEARS WITH MANURE SO HIGH that their backs rubbed on the ceiling – enduring horrible disfigurement … Meet our March BUCKET FUND HORSES: TIA AND SHAKIRA! Please FORWARD! Click here for story and to donate: https://www.horseandman.com/?p=53889

Shakira is the sorrel. Tia the Pinto.

THE UPDATE:

I received this email from Heather Robertson of MSPCA.

Hi Dawn,

Shakira is doing very well! We’re actually going to start talking to a few potential adopters to see if someone might be willing to take her on as “hero adopters” – someone who is willing to provide for all of her future care with the understanding that we really can’t guarantee that she will be suitable for riding. We’ve had some folks with large hearts inquire about her, so we want to start the conversation now while it’s in mind.

Tia is still struggling. We are making some changes to her diet and some of her medication in the hopes that she will be more comfortable.

Both of them are enjoying some equine therapies donated by some kind people in the area. We’ve received the loan of a BEMER blanket that they are both loving, and a local equine massage therapist has worked on them too. The outpouring of concern for these two ladies is incredible – the horse world is so kind and committed to helping when needed, it’s a real honor to be a part of this “village” that is making their world better!

I’ve attached a couple of photos taken this weekend. Thank you for continuing to share their story!

My best,

Heather

Shakira after having her feet done.

Tia after having her feet done. Note how she stands on the outsides of her hooves.

SO THEN I OFFERED TO SEND SOFT RIDE BOOTS FOR TIA… and I learned…

I offered to send Soft Ride boots for Tia. Heather consulted their veterinarian and this was the response. (I did also suggest help with finding special splints or prosthetics – if they felt this was an option.)

“I checked with Ellie re: SoftRide boots. She let me know that we have tried these on Tia, but because she walks on the sides of her hooves, they are breaking. I think we have tried other versions as well, without success. Thank you very much for offering, though!”

Shakira who will be ready for foster or adoption soon!

Tia’s condition is very guarded. She is receiving all the care possible. Here she receives a massage.

CONTACT for NEVINS FARM – Would you like to put in a foster or adoption application for Shakira?

Director of Development for MSPCA at Nevins Farm, Methuen, MA 01844, 978-687-7453 x6118, www.mspca.org/nevins

THANK YOU EVERYONE! It takes a village of ongoing care to help these girls. All donations are 100% tax deductible! No amount too small. We are almost 3/4 to our goal! We can do this!