Prayers Needed

Kemstar · 08-29-2008, 11:19 AM

I am in desperate needed to find another place for our herd of 5 rescues. We've been at our current location for almost 2 years and the owners (who lived in Brussels and are now in Miami) have reneged on their end of our bargain to maintain the property. My husband and I have waited for almost two years for them to have someone come out and fix the barn so it's usable for the herd, but it appears that it never going to happen.

We were told that the place was fully fenced when we rented it (it was -- about 100 years ago and there are hundreds of downed fence posts and tangles of barbed wire for as far as you can see) and that it had PLENTY of water from 2 creeks on the property (both of which run at a trickle after a good rain). My husband and I have compensated by putting up our own fencing and supplying water to the herd with the help of some wonderful neighbors who share the same property.

Now for the kicker: 3 weeks ago, I took a bad fall while watering the herd. spent the better part of the day in the ER with a possible broken neck. Turns out it wasn't broken and I'm thankful, but I really need to move the herd -- especially with winter right around the corner. I simply cannot afford another concussion.

Yesterday, my wonderful farrier and dear friend, Jay, called and said he's got a bead on 20 fenced acres with a pond, stream, and an 8-stall barn. If he gets it, he said he's taking my herd with him! This would be a wonderful answer to my dilemma as my property owner is now trying to find ways to evict my herd from her crappy place.

I'm asking my HT family to please hold a good thought for us. My herd deserves so much more than what this place has to offer. We've been looking everywhere for a place (we only need some pasture for one year until we move) and have been unsuccessful finding anything.

If you have any spare prayers just lying around, we sure could use them. We should know by this weekend if it's a go or not, so I'll be sure to share the (hopefully great) news with everyone on Tuesday.

Thanks for your prayers.

Drafty · 08-29-2008, 11:37 AM

That sounds wonderful!!! I'll be praying for you.

Carri · 08-29-2008, 11:37 AM

I will definitely keep you and your situation in my prayers!

dodib · 08-29-2008, 11:43 AM

Definately sending prayers out for you

Kemstar · 08-29-2008, 12:19 PM

Thanks, everyone, for your prayers.

I'm truly hoping for great news over the weekend.

AngelPA · 08-29-2008, 12:49 PM

sending prayers and best of luck wishes from PA

barrelracer94 · 08-29-2008, 12:58 PM

Sending prayers from Illinois! That's VERY nice of your farrier!

mymaxx · 08-29-2008, 01:41 PM

Sending prayers your way.

version1955 · 08-29-2008, 02:40 PM

Always have enough prayers for an HTer in need, enough and more than enough. Yours were being sent just before you asked

horsey-gal · 08-29-2008, 02:41 PM

Prayers sent. I sure hope things work out for you and your heard

Tobiesmom · 08-29-2008, 02:47 PM

Sending you all my good thoughts and prayers. It sounds like the time is right for you to go.... all things happen for a reason. I hope it all goes smoothly and that you receive good news this weekend!

version1955 · 08-29-2008, 03:05 PM

From humble beginnings

Of course there are always lots of helpers around

Gotta do some takin' before you get the gettin'

Its 20ft deep and 48ft long, 10ft tall on the open south side and maybe 16ft all at the back. The steel is a kind of almond color and all edges covered up. Range, I remember and I keep telling them NO EXPOSED STEEL EDGES. The inside will have a kind of cement board over all exposed wood as we have a confirmed cribber on our hands. Even if we didn't, no reason to take a chance. There is talk of a tack shed too... And trust me There Will Be

But at least some of the "crappies" will get removed and I'm happy about that

Ahh yes, that is indeed worth a flower face

Jean Genie · 08-29-2008, 03:27 PM

Add my prayers and good wishes to the list. I hope it works out for you

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Kemstar · 08-29-2008, 03:34 PM

Thanks, everyone, for your kindness.

I have the best farrier around. He's more than just a farrier -- he's become a wonderful friend to our entire family.

Get this: he called me yesterday, not only to tell me about "us" possibly getting the 20 acres, but to see how our daughter's first week at Tech went as well! He also wanted to let me know that seeing as how most of my nights are on my own (with our last child in college and my husband working out of town during the week) he told me to call him and his wife in the event I need anything or any help during the week.

He truly is a gem and I'm so very grateful to have him and his wife in our lives.

Please keep those prayers coming and I'll update everyone on Tuesday.

God Bless.

robertsquarters · 08-29-2008, 04:09 PM

Sending prayers and good wishes!

Horses&Soccer · 08-29-2008, 05:18 PM

Sending good vibes your way, everything crossable is crossed! Sure hope this works out for you. Can't wait to hear on Tuesday.

horselady · 08-29-2008, 06:28 PM

He sounds like a gem, bake him a cake, and tell him that he is the best
Hope all your goals are realized,
Hugs to you

cook1745 · 08-29-2008, 06:39 PM

Prays coming your way!!!!

libbytn · 08-30-2008, 09:58 AM

Sending prayers and good wishes from TN!!!

A J · 08-30-2008, 05:32 PM

Really hoping it works out for you guys! It's great to have a good friend like that

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08-29-2008, 11:19 AM
Kemstar Yearling Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Salem, Virginia Posts: 852	Prayers Needed I am in desperate needed to find another place for our herd of 5 rescues. We've been at our current location for almost 2 years and the owners (who lived in Brussels and are now in Miami) have reneged on their end of our bargain to maintain the property. My husband and I have waited for almost two years for them to have someone come out and fix the barn so it's usable for the herd, but it appears that it never going to happen. We were told that the place was fully fenced when we rented it (it was -- about 100 years ago and there are hundreds of downed fence posts and tangles of barbed wire for as far as you can see) and that it had PLENTY of water from 2 creeks on the property (both of which run at a trickle after a good rain). My husband and I have compensated by putting up our own fencing and supplying water to the herd with the help of some wonderful neighbors who share the same property. Now for the kicker: 3 weeks ago, I took a bad fall while watering the herd. spent the better part of the day in the ER with a possible broken neck. Turns out it wasn't broken and I'm thankful, but I really need to move the herd -- especially with winter right around the corner. I simply cannot afford another concussion. Yesterday, my wonderful farrier and dear friend, Jay, called and said he's got a bead on 20 fenced acres with a pond, stream, and an 8-stall barn. If he gets it, he said he's taking my herd with him! This would be a wonderful answer to my dilemma as my property owner is now trying to find ways to evict my herd from her crappy place. I'm asking my HT family to please hold a good thought for us. My herd deserves so much more than what this place has to offer. We've been looking everywhere for a place (we only need some pasture for one year until we move) and have been unsuccessful finding anything. If you have any spare prayers just lying around, we sure could use them. We should know by this weekend if it's a go or not, so I'll be sure to share the (hopefully great) news with everyone on Tuesday. Thanks for your prayers. __________________ May we all ride as well as we do in our dreams!

08-29-2008, 11:37 AM
Drafty Yearling Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 977	That sounds wonderful!!! I'll be praying for you. __________________ "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." - Mahatma Gandhi

08-29-2008, 11:37 AM
Carri Bombproof Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alpharetta, Georgia Posts: 9,972	I will definitely keep you and your situation in my prayers! __________________

08-29-2008, 11:43 AM
dodib Started Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ravenna, MI Posts: 2,568	Definately sending prayers out for you __________________ Dorthy www.freewebs.com/brownranch/

08-29-2008, 12:19 PM
Kemstar Yearling Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Salem, Virginia Posts: 852	Thanks, everyone, for your prayers. I'm truly hoping for great news over the weekend. __________________ May we all ride as well as we do in our dreams!

08-29-2008, 12:49 PM
AngelPA Weanling Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: PA Posts: 370	sending prayers and best of luck wishes from PA

08-29-2008, 12:58 PM
barrelracer94 Yearling Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The middle of nowhere Posts: 519	Sending prayers from Illinois! That's VERY nice of your farrier! __________________ Training Blog www.lexithemustang.blogspot.com

08-29-2008, 01:41 PM
mymaxx Started Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hastings, FLA Posts: 2,285	Sending prayers your way. __________________ http://www.freewebs.com/rpmaxx/

08-29-2008, 02:40 PM
version1955 Kid Safe Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: out Posts: 6,490	Always have enough prayers for an HTer in need, enough and more than enough. Yours were being sent just before you asked __________________ If you can't master your emotions, how can you be the safe partner your horse needs you to be?

08-29-2008, 02:41 PM
horsey-gal Coming two Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Valley, N.S Posts: 1,623	Prayers sent. I sure hope things work out for you and your heard __________________ " If God made anything more beautiful, he kept it for himself. "

08-29-2008, 06:39 PM
cook1745 Greenbroke Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: New Mexico Posts: 3,335	Prays coming your way!!!! __________________ Home of my sweet girl Cinnamon. Not fancy but she is mine!!!

08-29-2008, 02:47 PM
Tobiesmom Weanling Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 442	Sending you all my good thoughts and prayers. It sounds like the time is right for you to go.... all things happen for a reason. I hope it all goes smoothly and that you receive good news this weekend!

08-29-2008, 03:05 PM
version1955 Kid Safe Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: out Posts: 6,490	Do you see what I seeeeee.... From humble beginnings Of course there are always lots of helpers around Gotta do some takin' before you get the gettin' Its 20ft deep and 48ft long, 10ft tall on the open south side and maybe 16ft all at the back. The steel is a kind of almond color and all edges covered up. Range, I remember and I keep telling them NO EXPOSED STEEL EDGES. The inside will have a kind of cement board over all exposed wood as we have a confirmed cribber on our hands. Even if we didn't, no reason to take a chance. There is talk of a tack shed too... And trust me There Will Be But at least some of the "crappies" will get removed and I'm happy about that Ahh yes, that is indeed worth a flower face __________________ If you can't master your emotions, how can you be the safe partner your horse needs you to be?

08-29-2008, 03:27 PM
Jean Genie Started Join Date: May 2006 Location: NW Illinois Posts: 2,002	Add my prayers and good wishes to the list. I hope it works out for you . __________________ Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some sort of battle.

08-29-2008, 03:34 PM
Kemstar Yearling Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Salem, Virginia Posts: 852	Thanks, everyone, for your kindness. I have the best farrier around. He's more than just a farrier -- he's become a wonderful friend to our entire family. Get this: he called me yesterday, not only to tell me about "us" possibly getting the 20 acres, but to see how our daughter's first week at Tech went as well! He also wanted to let me know that seeing as how most of my nights are on my own (with our last child in college and my husband working out of town during the week) he told me to call him and his wife in the event I need anything or any help during the week. He truly is a gem and I'm so very grateful to have him and his wife in our lives. Please keep those prayers coming and I'll update everyone on Tuesday. God Bless. __________________ May we all ride as well as we do in our dreams!

08-29-2008, 04:09 PM
robertsquarters Yearling Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 645	Sending prayers and good wishes!

08-29-2008, 05:18 PM
Horses&Soccer Started Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Warrenton, MO Posts: 2,727	Sending good vibes your way, everything crossable is crossed! Sure hope this works out for you. Can't wait to hear on Tuesday. __________________ When life gives you lemons - find someone to throw them at!

08-29-2008, 06:28 PM
horselady Greenbroke Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: albany new york Posts: 3,243	He sounds like a gem, bake him a cake, and tell him that he is the best Hope all your goals are realized, Hugs to you __________________ www.rainbow-horse-retirement.com We love and take care of your companion for the remainder of his lifetime

08-30-2008, 09:58 AM
libbytn Weanling Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Atoka, Tn Posts: 342	Sending prayers and good wishes from TN!!!

08-30-2008, 05:32 PM
A J Greenbroke Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vallejo, CA Posts: 3,318	Really hoping it works out for you guys! It's great to have a good friend like that __________________ Try not, do. Do or do not. There is no try.