Promise...

You're probably thinking from the subject line that this post is in regards to "A Promise" of some sorts.

Well, in a way it is.  During Christopher's (eldest son) first tour of Iraq, he was missing Christmas with us.  Shoot writing this tears me all up!  To help Mom thru missing him, he arranged the most wonderful gift (being home of course would've topped it).

Introducing our "Promise"

1st day home...



Chris and Promise meeting for the first time...
Yep, Chris kept his promise for which I'm forever greatful...



Promise today...Moma's special girl!

It was arranged thru the breeder of one of my other Cardigans that we'd be adding to the Cardi Crew here.   Promise is named because of Christopher's promise to come home safely.  Her registered name is "Ch. Pecan Valley EvryStarEvryStripe.  I'm sure you can pick up on the military significance there.



Promise is the absolute sweetest animal you'd ever meet.  Very soft, and gentle, even as a pup, perhaps she understood she was theraputic for me during a difficult time.

Camryn's neighbors...

Took some pix of Camryn's immediate neighbors the other day.  I think without them nearby being an only horse would be much more difficult for her.  They holler for her pretty often, normally she just ignores their calls.  She does nap frequently within site of them however, so I know their presence is a comfort to her.  Another neighbors property is between Camryn and these guys, it's only 90 ft across so their close though not touching close.

     Rudy (nearest) is an Appendix Quarter horse, he's 15 and a new arrival at Danette's.  At his old barn, he was kept blanket by the barn owners.  Turns out this wasn't done to keep him warm as much as to hide that they'd reduced his feed!!!  Danette will get him back in weight in no time.

     Dakota (black/white blaze/stockings) is an 18 year old Spotted Saddle Horse and Danette's personal horse.  The addition of Rudy has thrown her back into season!  Danette calls her a hussy as anytime a handsome boy is around she "wants some of that!"

     Eclipse (black) is a 20 something Arabian.  You'd never know he's elderly when out riding with him. Camryn is a enchanted with him :).   She frets a bit when riding in the arena if he disappears outside.

Hafy Gurl is a Birthday Gurl...

Today, my Gurly gurl Camryn turned 9 years old. Carrots w/breakfast and dinner tonight, a new stall ballz has been hung in celebration.  And of course extra huggins for her as well.  To cold for a proper party & pix.  Maybe we'll do Disney World for her 10th LOL just kidding on that one!!!  The sun is out & right now she's in her paddock sound asleep.  My sleeping Haflinger is a wonderful view from the window.

One year today...

I can't believe it, Camryn & I have been together an entire year as of today.  Seems like yesterday that we went to pick her up.  Have to say, I haven't regretted it one iota, I hope Camryn feels the same.  I am so looking forward to many more years with Camryn.  This year with her has been so good, I almost  imagine the team we'll become as more time together passes.
I also wanted to document here Camryn's diet/exercise results in pictures.  I can see it big time in person, not so sure it shows in pix...


Camryn @ 1,386 pounds



Camryn now @ 1,033 pounds!







       



Camryn @ 1,386 pounds

Camryn now @ 1,033 pounds!

Camryn had an episode of colic shortly after I got her.  Vet felt it was caused mainly from an enormous worm load & compounded by the change in local/feed.  When Dr. Connie arrived, at first sight she wasn't sure if Camryn was actually colicing or in labor!!!  Yeah, she was actually that obese!!!  Well, guess I'd better hit the treadmill now LOL

Camryn's #1 love...

As much as I'd like to believe that I'm the most important thing in Camryn's life.  Reality is her hay net is truly #1...

Mmmmm, where shall I begin...

This looks like a good spot...

HA, Mom thinks these small holes will slow me down...



Nom, nom, nom, nom...



Don't worry, I loves U 2 Mom

PS. Camryn's stall ballz is a hit.  Judging by the side of her face, though she wears it well!!!