Why I'm upset.

[REO]

This is about Muffin. We got her last year and she came to us not really very trusting. She likes me though! I've loved on her every day. Most of the time I have to go part way to her, stop and ask permission, then she comes to me. But you don't just go right at her.

Out of all the mares that might give us foals this year, I was most excited about Muffin's foal. I've been checking her several times a day and telling her how happy I was about her coming baby. I expected something really good from her and Magic! I was going to keep this baby, colt or filly.

I have been watching Rose and planned to put Muffin on camera in a week or so too. I was up all last evening, all night and half of today. I went to bed as Karrel went out to feed. I closed my eyes and heard Karrel coming upstairs. Not good. I jumped up and ran out and he told me Muffin had lost her baby. She was at day 288. So close!

The cord was wrapped VERY tight around the neck so deep, it left an indent. It's not fair!

This filly was black and the most lovely, perfect foal I've ever seen! Dainty head, perfect bite, refined and about 18" tall.

Muffin was trying to wake her up. We fed her next to the filly so she'd eat. I stood and watched for a while. I stared at the filly hoping it was a mistake and that she'd start breathing. Karrel gave me a big hug and I went to bed. He buried the filly before he left for work. It was afternoon before I was able to fall asleep. I didn't sleep very well and I'm tired now. I got up and went out to check the horses. Muffin saw me coming and ran to the gate to meet me and sniffed me all over, especially my hands. She wanted to know if I brought her the baby. She followed me from horse to horse, only an inch from my side. She was asking me to give her the baby back. My heart is broken for her. Anyone that knows me, knows that my horses are my children and I love them.

This is Muffin

Sutherlins Little Tracy Lyn

And the sire owned by Marion59 (here)

Ty 5 Dynamos VooDoo Magic

The filly was lovely. I know what it feels like to lose foals and beloved horses. When it happens to any of my forum family, I grieve with you. Thanks for letting me share my sorrow.

 

[Robin1]

{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}} Robin I'm so sorry.

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: I know how it is to have lost a foal that is much anticipated and then to have the mare asking your for her baby. :no: :no: Been there, done that. :no: :no: :no:

Give her a big hug and let her know how bad you feel.

Robin

 

[rabbitsfizz]

Oh Robin, {{{{BIG HUGS}}}}

Never mind, ......maybe, next year

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[Barbie]

[SIZE=18pt]So very sorry Robin - losing a foal early really hurts as I found out last year. Hugs to you and Muffin!![/SIZE]

Barbie

 

[shane]

:no: OH ROBIN THIS IS SOOO SAD,I CAN HEAR THE PAIN IN YOUR POST, YOU POOR THING, IWISH THERE WAS SOMTHING I COULD DO, IT MUST BE HEARTBREAKING TO WATCH ((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) :no: :no: :no: :no: :no: :no:

 

[backwoodsnanny]

Sweet Robin There are no Words ((((((Hugs)))))

 

[NMMack]

(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((Muffin & Robin))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

I am so very, very sorry for both Muffin and you... :no:

Nancy

 

[Tony]

I am so very sorry that you lost your special filly.

 

[Getitia]

I am so, so very sorry that you have lost such an anticipated filly - having been there myself, I truly understand your pain. This is one of the worst aspects of raising horses.

 

[Mercysmom]

This filly was black and the most lovely, perfect foal I've ever seen! Dainty head, perfect bite, refined and about 18" tall.

Muffin was trying to wake her up. We fed her next to the filly so she'd eat. I stood and watched for a while. I stared at the filly hoping it was a mistake and that she'd start breathing. Karrel gave me a big hug and I went to bed. He buried the filly before he left for work. It was afternoon before I was able to fall asleep. I didn't sleep very well and I'm tired now. I got up and went out to check the horses. Muffin saw me coming and ran to the gate to meet me and sniffed me all over, especially my hands. She wanted to know if I brought her the baby. She followed me from horse to horse, only an inch from my side. She was asking me to give her the baby back. My heart is broken for her. Anyone that knows me, knows that my horses are my children and I love them.

The filly was lovely. I know what it feels like to lose foals and beloved horses. When it happens to any of my forum family, I grieve with you. Thanks for letting me share my sorrow.

I know what that is like with foals we have lost over the years and the horrible loss of a perfect grey filly out of Independence last February... and we were so lucky there as this foal was coming out upside down with her head and legs turned back. I am grateful Indy made it, even with some complications of a retained placenta. She knew she was in trouble and came to me...and the look in her eyes was clearly asking for my help...

As tragic as the loss of a perfect filly foal is... I remind myself that it can always be worse (if I lost a mare that would be the worst case scenario for me) and that helps me to move on so I can help my mares.

Hugs for you and Muffin and the lost foal from upstate NY - may you heal with hugs from all of your forum family.

Denise

Silversong Farm

 

[lvponies]

Oh, Robin!!! I am so very sorry for you and Muffin. Here's big {{{HUGS}}} for you both!!!

 

[Miniequine]

I am so sorry for your special little baby.

(((((HUG)))))

Sandy

 

[Dona]

[SIZE=14pt]Awwwwwwwwwwwwww.......I'm so sorry, Robin. :no: I know you are just like me.....I also feel like my horses are my kids.

: As sad as you are about losing her filly.....I know your heart must be breaking for Muffin. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) [/SIZE]

 

[Little Wee Horse Farm]

I'm so sorry.........hugs for sure.

 

[C & C Farms]

I'm so sorry for the loss your foal

Take care...

 

[Songcatcher]

So sorry Robin. I have watched and admired that mare for a year or so before you bought her. I know you must be terribly disappointed.

 

[kaykay]

im so sorry! heres a big kay hug (((((robin)))))))) sometimes it really doesnt seem fair at all

 

[Kathy2m]

Robin, I'm so very sorry, my heart goes out to you (((((((((HUGS))))))))), Kathy

 

[Scoopiedoo]

Awww Robin, I am SO sad for the hurt in your heart. I know that you love your horses like your kids, and I'm sad that Muffin has to be so sad too. I wish I were there I would give you big HUGS, but a cyber hug will have to work, ((((((((Robin))))))))). I am sorry for your loss and I hope that the rest of your foaling season brings you nothing but happiness and pure JOY.

Love ya,

Jodi

 

[littlehorse2]

[SIZE=14pt]I'm so sorry for your loss.[/SIZE]

Hugs from my familt to yours.

Christy