In closing out the year, and as we enter into a new one, I’d like to share something good for a change. As most know, we unexpectedly lost Beauty, my Arabian heart horse and co-founder of Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., in November 2023. In 2025, we welcomed a new Arabian to the herd. Please watch the video below about the journey of three intertwined souls.
And to the dear friend who made this happen, I am forever indebted to you.
Thank you all for your support and for believing in what we do. Beauty’s Haven appreciates each and every one of you. Together, we all make a difference.
True Love Never Dies
Theresa Batchelor’s journey is a radiant beacon of unbreakable resilience, the transformative power of love, and the miraculous ways the universe conspires to heal broken hearts and bodies. Once a vibrant wife, mother of two, and dedicated employee with the United States government for nearly two decades, Theresa’s life took a shattering turn when neurological symptoms led to the discovery of a tumor that had nearly severed her spinal cord. Surgery to remove the tumor left her quadriplegic. Doctors issued the crushing prognosis: she would never walk again.
Theresa heard those words… and chose to rewrite them.
Fueled by unyielding determination, deep faith, intensive therapy, and the unwavering support of her family, she defied the odds. Step by defiant step, she regained the use of her limbs and the gift of walking once more—a living testament that when the human spirit believes and refuses to yield, miracles can unfold. However, she remains an incomplete quadriplegic, with no feeling or awareness below her neck.
In 2002, a young Arabian filly entered Theresa’s life. Severely abused, starved, and fearful of humans, the two-year-old horse carried her own deep scars. Theresa named her Beauty. In a moment of shared vulnerability—Theresa rebuilding her body and mind, Beauty yearning for trust—they began forming a bond that transformed them both.
Beauty helped restore Theresa’s physical strength and emotional wholeness, enabling her to ride again and embrace life fully. Beauty learned to trust humans and, together, they learned to navigate challenges creatively, finding paths around limitations. They forged an otherworldly, unbreakable bond and from this sacred partnership emerged Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., founded in 2006—a haven where abused, neglected, and abandoned horses receive care, rehabilitation, and new beginnings.
Tragically, in midyear 2023, Beauty became ill. While undergoing exploratory surgery on November 25th, a large abdominal tumor was found and nothing could be done. Theresa held onto Beauty as she went to Rainbow Bridge, leaving a gaping void in Theresa’s heart and at the rescue she inspired.
In mid 2025, another Arabian mare that passed through an auction as a no-sale, with her next destination being a Mexican slaughterhouse, found her way to Beauty’s Haven. A compassionate friend saw the mare and, struck by the mare’s uncanny resemblance to Beauty and moved by Theresa’s lingering grief, intervened. She paid the bail, arranged transport, and brought this soul to safety.
The moment Theresa met the mare an overwhelming, instant connection sparked—a beautiful echo of the past, yet entirely new. Theresa believes that Beauty herself helped play a heavenly role in this reunion. In tribute, she named the 15-year-old mare Beauty’s Halo, affectionately calling her Bae.
There is an ethereal quality to the Arabian horse: the elegant arched neck, the dished face, the large, soulful eyes that seem to hold ancient wisdom, the flowing mane, and the graceful, floating movement that makes them appear to dance on air. This beauty is matched by an intelligence, sensitivity, and loyalty that invite a harmony between horse and human unlike any other. In moments of quiet understanding, a single glance or gentle touch conveys trust, healing, and a shared essence that feels timeless and transcendent.
Two extraordinary Arabian mares now share Theresa’s devoted heart. Beauty, the foundational survivor whose second chance sparked miracles. Bae, the radiant successor stepping into her light, bringing hope anew. Their stories proclaim a timeless truth: True beauty shines not just in arched necks and flowing manes of the Arabian horse—it glows in the courage to believe and to trust again, the loyalty that endures, and the quiet strength to heal those who heal others.
Theresa, Beauty, and Bae stand as living proof: When one believes, and unbreakable will meets open-hearted love, miracles are waiting to unfold. Three intertwined souls on one eternal journey of redemption, love, and renewal – proving that even after the deepest loss, true love never dies, it just finds a new way.
Cowboy Takes the Lead
And, although Valentine’s Day is just one day away, there is still time to send a valentine to your favorite Beauty’s Haven critter. Just send us the name of the horse, mule, donkey, dog or feline who you wish to be your Valentine, together with a suggested donation of $25 and click on the ‘Donate’ button below! If you are unable to donate $25 at this time and would still like to send a virtual valentine to one of our ‘Velvet Nosers,’ any amount would be so very much appreciated as well. Of course, if you wish to send a valentine to more than one member of our beloved little herd, that too, would make each and every one so very happy and grateful indeed!
Our little herd members & the number of valentines each has received is as follows:
Aaleyah Belle (2), Addi(2), Amira (2), Bae (2), Beau (2), CaryLou (1), Cowboy (3), Danni (2), Ebony (1), Elka (2), Ford (2), Jazzy (2), JoJo (2), Jo (2), Kalista (2), Lily (1), Lucy (1), Luiji (1), Magic (2), Mo (2), Peaches (2), Sassy (1), Tobias (2), Valley Girl (2), Walker (2), Warrior (1), Willow (2), Shadow (1), Allie (1), Oreo (1), & Pearle (1)
You will receive a copy of your virtual valentine, together with a message from your special recipient, via email, if you are not on social media.
Happy Valentine’s Day and thank you for your love and support!
She’s so SASSY!
Everything about Sassy is quite small – she only weighs a mere 161 pounds. So, we naturally became quite concerned this past Friday when our little girl experienced a tummy ache. While her temperature remained normal and she did have gut sounds, she still had not had a bowel movement.
Once there, tests revealed her bloodwork was normal and she was not dehydrated. Sassy’s ultrasound did show some fecal matter, but there was no indication of sand or an impaction being present, so fluids were run throughout the night.
When I visited Sassy on Saturday, she was not at all a happy camper about being in the hospital! She was also unhappy that I could not give her any treats. She was still hooked up to her IV drip and she was now, thankfully, passing some manure. She was also started on a feeding program.
We were able to bring her back to the rescue on Sunday, where she soon was back to being her little Sassy Pants self!
Valentine’s Day is Almost Here!
Our beloved little herd is comprised of: Aaleyah Belle, Addi, Amira, Bae, Beau, CaryLou, Cowboy, Danni, Ebony, Elka, Ford, Jazzy, JoJo, Jo, Kalista, Lily, Lucy, Luiji, Magic, Mo, Peaches, Sassy, Tobias, Valley Girl, Walker, Warrior, Willow, Shadow, Allie, Oreo & Pearle.
So, if you would like to make one of our ‘Velvet Nosers’ truly happy this Valentine’s Day, just click on the ‘DONATE’ button below & please include the name of your very special Valentine.
Prayers for Beau
Beau was acting colicky last evening so Dr. Rivkin came out to tube him and administer electrolytes/fluids, as he was a bit dehydrated. Although he was feeling better afterward, he was not at all happy that he had to remain around the barn area last night as he could not have any hay or feed.
After a very long and cold night, Beau, thankfully, appeared to be much better this morning after having made four bowel movements! Our Prayers had been answered! Our excitement, however, was short lived, as early this afternoon, Beau became uncomfortable once again despite having been administered his medications. So, we are on the way to the hospital as we speak. Beau has always been a healthy horse since his arrival at Beauty’s Haven and I truly believe that these drastic changes in temperature do have a negative effect on the overall health and well-being of our beloved horses.
Thank you and please keep Beau in your prayers.
Match Game for Hay!
Thanks to the kind and most thoughtful generosity of our amazing little village of supporters, last week’s Hay Fundraiser was a big success and is thereby, now complete! And today, I am so excited and blessed to announce that a dear friend and supporter has just come forth to offer a new Match Game for this week’s hay needs… all donations up to $1,000 will be matched dollar for dollar!
As you may know, the weather here in Florida has been completely erratic since the arrival of winter, with night time temperatures, at times, dipping down into the 20s.
If you are in a position to assist with this need, contributions can be made by clicking on the ‘Donate’ button below. All contributions are tax deductible and please be assured that no amount is ever too small.
Thank you in advance for helping keep our beloved little herd of ‘Velvet Nosers’ happy and warm and a big Thank You to our dear match game sponsor and all who have donated thus far!
A Very Proud Cowboy
Dr. Alex was here on Monday to remove the sores or growths from Cowboy’s legs. Afterward, he was not at all a happy camper about remaining in his stall in order to heal. Cowboy’s bandages were changed yesterday, during which time, his legs looked quite good. We are so thankful to Pat and Emily for helping with this chore. We now anxiously await the results of his biopsy.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!
Three Intertwined Souls
In closing out the year, and as we enter into a new one, I’d like to share something good for a change. As most know, we unexpectedly lost Beauty, my Arabian heart horse and co-founder of Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., in November 2023. In 2025, we welcomed a new Arabian to the herd. Please watch the video below about the journey of three intertwined souls.
And to the dear friend who made this happen, I am forever indebted to you.
Thank you all for your support and for believing in what we do. Beauty’s Haven appreciates each and every one of you. Together, we all make a difference.
True Love Never Dies
Theresa Batchelor’s journey is a radiant beacon of unbreakable resilience, the transformative power of love, and the miraculous ways the universe conspires to heal broken hearts and bodies. Once a vibrant wife, mother of two, and dedicated employee with the United States government for nearly two decades, Theresa’s life took a shattering turn when neurological symptoms led to the discovery of a tumor that had nearly severed her spinal cord. Surgery to remove the tumor left her quadriplegic. Doctors issued the crushing prognosis: she would never walk again.
Theresa heard those words… and chose to rewrite them.
Fueled by unyielding determination, deep faith, intensive therapy, and the unwavering support of her family, she defied the odds. Step by defiant step, she regained the use of her limbs and the gift of walking once more—a living testament that when the human spirit believes and refuses to yield, miracles can unfold. However, she remains an incomplete quadriplegic, with no feeling or awareness below her neck.
In 2002, a young Arabian filly entered Theresa’s life. Severely abused, starved, and fearful of humans, the two-year-old horse carried her own deep scars. Theresa named her Beauty. In a moment of shared vulnerability—Theresa rebuilding her body and mind, Beauty yearning for trust—they began forming a bond that transformed them both.
Beauty helped restore Theresa’s physical strength and emotional wholeness, enabling her to ride again and embrace life fully. Beauty learned to trust humans and, together, they learned to navigate challenges creatively, finding paths around limitations. They forged an otherworldly, unbreakable bond and from this sacred partnership emerged Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc., founded in 2006—a haven where abused, neglected, and abandoned horses receive care, rehabilitation, and new beginnings.
Tragically, in midyear 2023, Beauty became ill. While undergoing exploratory surgery on November 25th, a large abdominal tumor was found and nothing could be done. Theresa held onto Beauty as she went to Rainbow Bridge, leaving a gaping void in Theresa’s heart and at the rescue she inspired.
In mid 2025, another Arabian mare that passed through an auction as a no-sale, with her next destination being a Mexican slaughterhouse, found her way to Beauty’s Haven. A compassionate friend saw the mare and, struck by the mare’s uncanny resemblance to Beauty and moved by Theresa’s lingering grief, intervened. She paid the bail, arranged transport, and brought this soul to safety.
The moment Theresa met the mare an overwhelming, instant connection sparked—a beautiful echo of the past, yet entirely new. Theresa believes that Beauty herself helped play a heavenly role in this reunion. In tribute, she named the 15-year-old mare Beauty’s Halo, affectionately calling her Bae.
There is an ethereal quality to the Arabian horse: the elegant arched neck, the dished face, the large, soulful eyes that seem to hold ancient wisdom, the flowing mane, and the graceful, floating movement that makes them appear to dance on air. This beauty is matched by an intelligence, sensitivity, and loyalty that invite a harmony between horse and human unlike any other. In moments of quiet understanding, a single glance or gentle touch conveys trust, healing, and a shared essence that feels timeless and transcendent.
Two extraordinary Arabian mares now share Theresa’s devoted heart. Beauty, the foundational survivor whose second chance sparked miracles. Bae, the radiant successor stepping into her light, bringing hope anew. Their stories proclaim a timeless truth: True beauty shines not just in arched necks and flowing manes of the Arabian horse—it glows in the courage to believe and to trust again, the loyalty that endures, and the quiet strength to heal those who heal others.
Theresa, Beauty, and Bae stand as living proof: When one believes, and unbreakable will meets open-hearted love, miracles are waiting to unfold. Three intertwined souls on one eternal journey of redemption, love, and renewal – proving that even after the deepest loss, true love never dies, it just finds a new way.
Valley Girl & Cowboy
Cowboy is such a very sweet soul who is becoming much more animated each and every day as you can see in the video by clicking on the image above. A proper diet, most certainly, does the body good!
The vet was out yesterday to check on Cowboy’s progress, and I’m happy to report that he is better overall, including his heart. Most of the open sores on his body have healed (with the exception of the large sores on his ankles), and his coat and skin are healthier. Blood and fecal tests were repeated and we hope to have those results later today. We felt it best to wait another week before performing a biopsy on his ankle sores as well as having his teeth done, until he is a bit stronger for sedation. Until his teeth are done, we will continue giving him a mash several times a day, which he truly loves, as well as chopped forage. While temperatures were in the 70’s yesterday, they were predicted to dip into the 20’s during today’s early morning hours, together with high winds, so Cowboy, as well as other members of our beloved herd, were tucked into their cozy blankets last night.
The vet also x-rayed Valley Girl’s feet once again due to her chronic founder and Cushing’s, as she had been having a tough time this past week. Thankfully, her second round of x-rays were better than expected. She did blow an abscess in her front right foot a few days ago and another abscess on the opposite side of the same foot, erupted yesterday. Due to the continued abscess issue, the vet prescribed antibiotics. I am a bit concerned, however, about the position of the coffin bone and bone remodeling.
Cowboy and Valley Girl are such sweet, kind, and deserving horses. I am most certain they both very much appreciate your good thoughts and prayers. I have added items to our wish lists on Chewy and Amazon so if you would like to make a year-end contribution designated for their needs, or to address the needs of other members of our beloved herd, you can do so via the ‘Donate’ button below. As always, contributions of any amount are both tax deductible and so very much appreciated.
Wishing you all a safe and Happy New Year!
New Rescue: Senior Arabian Gelding in Dire Need
As time was of the essence, we decided to pick up a black Arabian gelding in dire need. Approximately twenty years old, “Cowboy” loaded successfully onto the trailer and did well on his ride to the rescue. He settled in nicely in the quarantine paddock and enjoyed the enthusiastic greeting from JoJo, Jazzy, and CaryLou in the next paddock. As always, they put on quite a show!
Dr. Valle came out to do an exam, administer blood and fecal tests, as well as a Coggins. Cowboy is not healthy, by far. A poor diet and starvation can impact many things. He is underweight, his feet are in dire need of a series of trims, and his dental needs have never been addressed. He doesn’t like anyone touching his mouth, most undoubtedly, due to discomfort from sharp dental points, blisters, etc.
Cowboy’s skin is also quite horrible. A horse’s skin is the largest organ on their body which helps control blood pressure, regulate the immune response, protect against the environment, and is an overall indicator of general health. Cowboy also has a sore on each of his front legs that will need to be treated with perhaps, injections, debridement, etc. When he is strong enough for this issue to be addressed, tissue will have to be sent off for analysis.
Cowboy is in such poor health that we cannot do anything to address his teeth or leg sores at this time (other than protecting them from bugs) as it wouldn’t be wise to sedate him. Sedation comes with cardiovascular and other risks and he is just so very, very fragile at this time. Dr. Valle also stated that Cowboy has the highest parasite count that he has ever before seen. Cowboy’s other numbers were out of the normal range as well.
Our plan is to tackle the parasite issue, provide him with good nutrition, supportive care, supplements, and time, and we’ll regroup next week. For now, Cowboy seems to be loving the attention bestowed upon him from his human family and he adores his mashes and chopped forage. I’m afraid to give him hay because of his dental issues which may cause him to choke.
I’ll be adding items to our Wish Lists on Chewy and Amazon to support his needs and I hope to post an update on him daily. If you would like to help Cowboy, donations can be made via the Donate button below. Donations are tax deductible and no amount is ever too small. And please feel free to share this post amongst family and/or friends who may wish to help Cowboy as well.
Grant a Wish for Good Boy Beau
Poor Beau has had quite a time this past week. He somehow managed to slice open an area under his jaw, so I treated it as best as I could. I felt it more prudent, however, for the vet to come out in order to better clean the wound and discern if there was an embedded foreign object which needed to be removed. Thankfully no object was found, but the wound was quite deep and simply in a bad place. After Dr. Julia had cleaned the injury, Beau proceeded to rub the area all along the top fence board, thereby, making it even worse. As the farrier was here, Beau then had his hooficure, after which Jessica and I dressed him up in a Sleezy (which he most definitely didn’t appreciate) to aid in his wound healing.
Since Beau was such a good boy for the farrier, I promised him I would include his Christmas Wish in this post in hope that his very special wish will, indeed, come true!
ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS
Hey Everyone!
Beau here, asking if anyone would like to be my sponsor to make my Christmas Wish come true. I presently, do not have any sponsors, even though I am a very good boy! Won’t you please make my Christmas Wish come true?
Love,
Beau