Stella is no longer with us. I had to make "that call" on Monday.
I am not going to go into details because I don't know all the answers yet to the inevitable questions, just suffice to say that it was neurological and it was quick (27 hours from onset to no hope left) and ugly. I am awaiting the results of a neuro panel blood test.
This is my tribute to the horse that I thought would be my heart horse, my companion and dream horse, the one I waited years for.
Birthday, April 3rd
She knew she was mine.
I loved to watch her bust out her dance moves.....
I nicknamed her Stella the Stalker because she would follow close behind me
My beautiful, perfect Stella Belle.
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I am sooo sorry. It just sucks to lose them!! I just lost my yearling colt 3 weeks ago...so I know exactly how you feel. HUGS!!!
I can sympathize with you. I had to put my first and favourite horse down this summer. It's never easy!
RIP Bella :( sorry for your loss...
Oh no, such a shock! So sad for Stella Belle and so sorry for you. She was so lovely. I'd so enjoyed following her story. Biggest hugs!
I'm so sorry.
Pattie
I'm shocked, have no words....I am so sorry.
I am so, so sorry - that is just awful and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Oh, I am so so sorry.
Hi Shirley, Iam having BIG problems with this stupid keyboard! let me try this one more time!
I'm sorry for yours, and ted's loss. She was a cute little horse:)
God always remembers His creatures, and He knows how much we love them, because He gave them to us :) Just as God showed us enormous love when He gave us the greatest gift of all, His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. He gave us animals to love. I love the part in the Holy Bible when God brought the animals to Adam to see what Adam would name them :)
Thought it was kind of sweet. Which our Lord most definitely is. He gave you a wonderful horse, and He will give you another wonderful horse. He is always close to us in times of need, and sadness. He loves your dear little Stella Belle as much as you do. :)
Cats are not horses by a long shot, but when we had to put down our cats because of cancer, Frank took it extremely hard. I still miss Jingles. She was put down almost 3 years ago. I took it hard, but Frank was devastated. Pets are part of the family.
When you lose them, its hard. But God is ever so close to us in times of hardship, no matter what that hardship may be. As you have so often reminded me! Bless you for it!
I love you. God bless you!
So sorry Shirley. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
OMGoodness! I'm am so sorry for you and Mama Belle.
You know there are no words to help. Please know that my thoughts are with you way over here in western New York.
Oh my gosh, Shirley! My heart aches for you. She brought such joy to your life and now there is a huge void. ALL of you (including Shayla), are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley, I don't know what to say....but you know how I feel about it.
My heart is broken for you. I'm so sorry.
OMG Shirley! I am SOOOO sorry. (tears are welling up)...OMG!! I know the pain of losing one so very special to you and it's beyond heartbreaking to lose one so young.
I couldn't believe the title when I saw it, I am SO SO sorry, what a tragic year for you guys with the babies. How heartbreaking to lose her, she was so beautiful. Again, my deepest condolences, sometimes losing something that had so much unfulfilled promise can be the hardest of all.
I am so sorry. She was such a beautiful horse!
I was so shocked when I saw this. I know you had high hopes for your beautiful Stella Belle. It is never easy making that call. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so so sorry! I can only imagine the joy she brought you in her short life. She sure brought joy to mine when you posted pics here. Hope you get answers to your questions soon.
My deepest thoughts and sympathy to you.
I am so sorry for your loss!!! How terribly sad and I could never imagine having to go through that!! My thoughts are with you!!
I don't know you personally, but I do know the loss you're feeling. It's the hardest part about giving our hearts to our beloved animals. Thinking healing thoughts for you and hope you get answers to this seemingly senseless loss. Take care. Vicki ~
What a shock, I am so, so sorry. I was looking forward to watching her grow into your heart horse...
I am so sorry! She was a wonderful addition to the family. I sure know how you feel, I think that it is never easy losing a loved horse!
NO! This was the last thing I was expecting you to post! She was such a dream horse. I haven't been following your blog long, but I will never forget her. She brought me so much joy, seeing all of her cute pictures, and movies of her hilarious antics. I am truly sorry for your loss!
I am so sorry for you! Stella Belle was my absolute dream horse! I loved seeing the movies you posted of her, and the beautiful pictures. I'll never forget this little filly!
I am in shock right now! She was the most perfect little sweetie girl! So beautiful and so full of personality. Shirley, my heart breaks for you, I am just so so sorry. Take care.
I'm heartbroken for you...
My screen got blurry as soon as I saw this title. Prayers for you.
I've been away too long from here... and came back to check in and ... oh no. I am so very sorry.
A life is always worth celebrating - she brought you joy, and you know that as your heart is so heavy. Hugs, hugs.
So very sorry.I don't do a lot of comenting but enjoy your blog.She was a very fine filly
NO no no. Oh Shirley, I am soooo sorry to hear about lil stella belle - esp. after this last foaling season. I dont know why, only that please know you are very loved ...but i know you know that.
hugs to my friend (((Shirley)))
Ohmygosh... Shirley I am SO sorry! She had such potential to be an amazing horse and I know how sweet & special she was already.
No words can heal your feeling of loss ((hugs))
I'm blinking back tears because I'm at work...
Oh no Shirley...my heart aches for you. I am so so sorry your sweet baby girl took a turn, and you had to say goodbye to your long awaited special dream horse. You made the hardest of decision's, out of pure love. She had the best of life, because she had you. I hope her memory, and all those wonderful photos, help you heal. RIP sweet beautiful Stella Belle.
Oh NO! I'm so very, very sorry. She was a beautiful filly and I just can't believe this.
My heart aches for you. Please take care of yourself.
I was horrified to read this this morning. It took me 12 hours to type this. I am so heartbroken for you, because I know of your hopes for her. I see her in my mind so often, healthy, and teaching others the meaning of movement.
How can this be.
I hope Beamer can comfort you. Cuz I see him as your partner.
I am so sorry Shirley for this. It must be so difficult. Please accept my thoughts and wishes for you.
Oh Shirley!! I am so terribly sorry to read this! I have been without Internet for several days and had no idea. Hugs and love to you my friend
Oh Shirley...I am sooo sorry. She was a wonderful little filly and I was so excited to watch her grow up. {{{hug}}}
OH Nooooooo! I just saw this and I am so so sorry. We all loved Missed Stella Belle, but not near as much as you I know.
Sending big hugs your way.
:(
I my gosh, I almost missed this post. I am soooo sorry! It is so wrenching to lose a special friend. hugs from me and Stormy!
- The Equestrian Vagabond
I'm so very sorry to read of this. She was a beautiful filly.
Oh wow, so sorry to read this, what a loss of a beautiful girl.
I am so very sorry for your loss! It is so hard with unanswered questions, and I hope you get some of those answered. {{{hugs}}}
So sorry.. Don't know what else to say..
Such a sad phone call I got that day!! My heart breaks for you my friend, I KNOW how much that little girl meant to you, as do all your other 'kids'. Be assured that there is now another four legged angel, playing in the pastures, across the rainbow bridge, maybe with a small two legged one that has also gone on.
THE GOOD LORD GIVETH, AND HE TAKETH AWAY.
Oh Shirley, I had no idea. Don't know where I have been. Thought it strange no pictures lately. I am so sorry. It is so much harder when it is so sudden and unexpected. she was a beauty.
Hi Shirley, I am just catching up, what sad sad news about Stella, I know she was to be your forever horse... darn..darn ..of course you have a hole in your heart three foals lost this year. CRAP. I hope you get some answers:(
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