BHFER Update 03/20/12

This past weekend was a really good weekend for BH for a few reasons. There were very successful fundraisers and some horses went to new homes! Three Paso Fino’s left for their new homes over the weekend. Two went together on Saturday. And yesterday, Monday, two mares left for their new home. I just love it when two go together! There are about 8 mares still needing homes. I’ll try to post pictures and more info on them this weekend.

This older Paso mare (18ish) and her daughter (4 yrs old) are looking for a home together. We really don’t want to separate them – they are pretty bonded. The mom has training and years under saddle. The daughter has not had any training.

There was a booth set up at Tractor Supply in Ocala and another at the Paso Fino show at the Pavilion in Ocala. Volunteers worked hard and pulled it all together – they did a great job and, combined, they raised about $600! The winner of the Hilton stay was Suzette – congratulations!

On Sunday a group of students spent a few hours working at the rescue. Chores sure do take a lot less time with many hands! The horses loved the extra attention and I think the students had a great time too!

Our three “babies” – Baby Girl, Indy, and Morning Star! They are quite the trio! They all need a bath but it does little good – they just play in the sprinklers, roll, and get dirty all over again. Kids – gotta love them! Lynda used to be a teacher and in the picture she is scolding Morning Star for nipping. Baby Girl and Indy are just listening – I think they enjoy watching Morning Star get into trouble! He needs a home – he’s ready to start playing and enjoys challenges and learning new things. He has quite the personality!

Narissa this evening. She stays comfy in a stall under a fan during the day and has the run of the barn at night. Beanie Barbaro he said goodbye and good luck to Narissa before packing his bags to leave today.

Narissa’s eyes look softer and she seems very much at ease. She loves being able to come and go in and out of her stall. I am worried about her feet – the front right is the worst. She has an appointment to get x-rays on Thursday. Please pray that what we learn gives us a great deal of hope and that we will be able to help her stay comfortable.

Our Buttercup headed out on the trails yesterday with Gary! She has been in training for 2+ months now and is doing great! Gary is doing a great job with her. She is available for adoption and will make someone a very nice horse. If anyone is interested please contact me 352-258-9309. I’m backed up on emails and don’t know when I’ll be able to get to them. I apologize if I owe anyone a response on anything – we’re just short handed this week and I’ve got a doctor’s appt tomorrow.

We found an injured bird in one of the paddocks today. While we were getting ready to take him to the bird sanctuary Beanie Barbaro kept him company. Sadly, the bird crossed Rainbow Bridge just a few minutes later.

Our little Lily thought she was a race horse today! Her momma, Ebony, tried to keep up with Lily but didn’t do very well. Ebony needs to lose a few pounds. J

Some have asked about Harley and his eyes. The area of concern on his right third eye was removed and he’s doing great! His human family loves him terribly – he is a very special boy. And he enjoys the company of his BFF named Baron. We are very happy for him and his family.

We hope everyone is having a great week. I’ll try to update again by Friday. There is one more bit of good news – Mystical is leaving tomorrow to go to her new home! And she will be living with her own human family just across from Sayan and his new human family! God bless and thank you all for your continued support! And many thanks to our volunteers for all of their hard work and precious time they give!