Liz,
I'm so sorry that Grandma Pony is no longer with you in body, but in spirit she will always be there as the matriarch of Raftered Hearts.
What a legacy!
At the same time that I mourn her passing, I'm so happy for the wonderful life she had with you, with her herd, and with her little grandbabies. Her earlier years may not have been great, but she hit the jackpot when she came to live with you!
She loved nothing better than to watch over her grandchildren, and now she can watch Kyan, keeping him out of trouble and standing over him as he sleeps. As she takes care of him,, she no doubt feels your hand on her neck as a final comfort to her.
You were such a good girl, Grandma Pony.