Yesterday we put Robert in the pick up truck and rode him to the round pen. Than he stood in the center with his oxygen tank while I put his horses through their paces. I am not supposed to play with our big horses as I have avascular neucrosis of the hips and have had my right hip replace twice.
BUT IT WAS SO WORTH IT!! Even though we both paid the price in pain, just to see Robert's face break out with his seldom seen, of late. and much loved grin, made my month. He loves working with his horses so much.
I imagine that was his last time to do so. His lungs continue to fill with mucus and between the bone pain and shortness of breath he can barely walk. Still I feel so fortunate to have had him with me for 34 years.
We met in the Army and married after only 3 months. From the moment we met it was as if we had always known one another. We just couldn't run out of things to say to one another. He is my best friend.
I know I can survive without him, but just so wish that I wouldn't have too. We had been hoping for another 34 years.
Our horses (a major stress reducer) our family, friends and Robert's parents have all be invaluable as we make our way through this challenge. Knowing of all the prayers sent our way is so wonderful! Thank you all again for being the caring, wonderful people that you are.
lisa