My first horse, Baby Baby James, February 1, 1981-December 5, 2011. I have had her since I was 11.
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So sorry for your loss….
So deeply sorry for your loss. You were both blessed to have each other for so long & the world is blessed to have you…thanks for all you’ve taught us! She was part of the beginning of the journey that continues…
I’ve only had my first horse for 4 years… Just the thought of something happening to her would devastate me. Thoughts and prayers.
I’m SOO sorry for your loss! May you find comfort in knowing she is in God’s loving hands, and in the love of your family, friends and animals!!
Sorry for your loss, Stacy. I know it’s hard to lose a very close pet who is like a child to yourself. May God help you thru these times.
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I know it is hard to lose such a dear friend. I just lost my dear horse friend Tonto this summer, I had him for 28 yrs. My prayers are with you and your family. I hope that she passed peacefully and that you two see each other again in heaven.
Stacy Jo Helton
I got my 1st. horse around that age, too. He lived to be 30…my shetland, who we got as a companion for King at the same time, was 35… When King was ready to lrave us, he laid down and went peacefully. The next thing that happened was, Ginger, minutes after King was gone, laid down and never got back up. Three days later she passed, also. They were together 30 yrs. So sorry for your loss.
I so sorry…My heart goes out to you! She was beautiful! I also believe in my heart that you will see her again. 😉
I’m so sorry for your loss. You were both lucky to have had each other to love. You will see her again in heaven. You should read “Heaven is for Real.” It is great, and says that lots of horses are there.
Thank you for giving her a good loving home and I am sure you are thanking her for being such a close friend for all of those years. So sorry for your loss, it’s just like losing a best friend…
🙁 i’m so sorry! she was so beautiful! now you just have to wait to ride her again is all.
Having lost my 31 year old mare a few months ago, I know how traumatic this is. But you can celebrate the wonderful times you had together, and the wonderful life you gave her. I’m sure she was a great gift in your life.
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
I’m sorry for your loss – no matter how old, no matter how long we shared our lives, it is never easy to say goodbye. I believe you will see her again. Bless her and you.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Stacy. I know the pain in your heart but she lived a good long life and was fortunate to be loved by you!!
sorry for your loss. my horse is 20 and i treasure every moment with him.
i’m so sorry. heartbreak. just makes me cry to read this. RIP. at least she had a happy life i would imagine. what more could be asked?
Stacey I am so sorry for your loss it is never easy to lose a friend and companion that you have shared many memories with. Rest in peace Baby.
I am feeling the same pain. I had to put my 27 year old QH gelding down on November 30. I had him for 20 years.
so sorry for your loss… a horse is a very best friend… I’m so sorry for you ~ may she fly with angels and sing with joy from the heavens… with you always, and ever more… in your heart, still alive each and every day ~warm regards to you
So sorry for your loss. To us, they are members of the family. She was lucky to have YOU! No words can describe how you’re feeling today ~ just remember the good times you had together and know you’ll see her one day at the Rainbow Bridge. Godspeed Baby Baby James.
🙁 so sorry for you loss. May God comfort you through this tough time. She’s in knee deep fields of luscious green grass and streams of cool waters that run belly deep. I’m sure that she’ll be waiting to show it all to you some day up in heaven and you two can ride together again 🙂
So sorry Stacy…let the tears flow and remember how she did her job for you!
Hugs and prayers going your way Stacy
So sorry Stacey. Sending big hugs from me and Frankie! ~ Sandy Lovato
I recon this is the hardest part of being Human, Having to say goodbye to an old friend! I was with one of my oldest friends Sat. as she left this world, but I was there holding her hand and it was a peaceful passing! I’m so sorry for your loss but know you will see her again when you are called home! God Bless you Stacy & Your family as well.
So sorry for your loss, such a hard day for you. She had a long and awesome life so hopefully that will comfort you….
wow so glad u had all those wonderful years with her!
My deepest sympathies Stacey, we lost our 16 year old foxy dog this year, had her since she was 4 weeks old and went every where with us, so devasting, it is losing a family member, I dont sell horses very well due to the same problem. Would just love to say it was a great honour to meet you at the Sydney Equitana, I came home inspired and straight away got the cones out into the Shamrock pattern, I was the lady that warned you that your earring was half way to being lost, loll..I felt like a stalker as my husband and I followed you around to make sure we didnt miss any of your sessions. You finally had my penny dropping on quite a few things, I was and am so excited about what you were conveying. Thank you again and stay strong. Liz
sorry for your loss but it seems she had a very long & happy life thanks to you my dear, keep all those memories close to your heart always! RIP Baby Baby James .
I am SOOOO Very sorry! I know how you feel, 10 X’s worse. I just lost my horse who was 20 years old, on the first.
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It is so very hard.
My sincere condolences.
What a wonderful life she had. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I know how hard it can be. You can take comfort in knowing that not many horses are loved for as long as she was.
Stacy my condolences. We are thankful for the many animals that pass and grace our lives that we’ve had the chance to get to know and love.
so sorry for your loss, she started you on a journey that you share with millions of people. she was the beginning of you sharing all of your talent with so many, so therefore Baby
Baby rest in peace and wait for Stacy at the rainbow bridge.
Thanks for sharing – God bless.
i am so sorry for your loss… 🙁
I’m so sorry…this brings tears to my eyes to read. I have my old man at home, he is 28, coming 29 and have had him since he was 7. I count every day as lucky that I still have him and he is healthy.
Sorry for the loss of your dear friend Stacy. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I know how painful this time is.
Such a sad day for you Stacy, I am so sorry. You two were so blessed to have eachother for so many years, God Bless you during this sad sad time.
So sorry for your loss, Stacy. Definitely the hardest part of having a horse as part of your family…
Sorry to hear your news. I lost my ‘boss’ about a year ago. He was 31yrs old. I’d had him since he was 11yrs. I bought him for meat money as he’d been injured whilst at stud. He was my best friend he heard about all my worries. I’m sure he understood every word verbal and non verbal. I only had to think what I wanted and he did it. There will only ever be one ‘boss’ and there will always only be one ‘baby’, Boss was cared for like a cotton wool kid and he knew he was on to a good thing. Take Care x
So sorry Stacy, I lost my first horse after having her for only 5 years. I know what you are going through as they are our friends…they are so much more than just horses. I am so glad you were part of her life as she had a great life with you. God bless you…
So sorry! That was a long time and your first horse. she will ride with you forever.
so sorry for your loss stacy 🙁
So very sorry for your loss. RIP Baby
So sorry for your loss! She was beautiful!
sorry they dont live forever i wish they could sometimes
My Condolences …. how fortunate to have all those memories, and to have given so much to one horse, and to have her give so much back to your family. You two were fortunate to have each other for so long. Helen and I are thinking of you. It was a long drive… but i know Baby was glad to have you there. Hope you are doing ok.
wow, what a pretty horse! I’m sorry she passed away!
Stacy, she was beautiful!!! Feb. 1981 to Oct. 2011….she lived to be 30 years old!! Oct. 5 must have been a very tough day for you…..I’m sorry. 🙁
In my stress I typed October instead of December…today.
So sorry, Stace 🙁 Bay was a great horse for you and your mom. No more cold winters for her; she’s eating green grass tonight, and running in the warm sunshine. Big hugs, xoxo E
I’m really sorry that she passed away! She was beautiful! I know how you feel, my horse passed away in September 2010…
so sorry to hear of Baby’s passing – how wonderful it must have been for her and you to have all those years together. I lost one of my cats this year after having her for 20 and know what a hole it leaves when they have to go. Beautiful picture and again sorry for your loss.
So sorry Stacy….
sorry for your loss
Stacy : sorry to hear about Baby Baby verry sad day my heart is with you.
my horse is 31 I have had him 27yrs.
Hi Stacy,
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember her well. Wow that horse could fly around those barrels like there was no tomorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heidi