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Dona Worry Be Happy


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I adopted a horse in May. She was apparently in a pen, ready yo head to slaughter, and me with my soft squishy heart saw her on the internet,  fell in love, and bought her. 

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I named her Calypso Dreamin of Better Days, just Calypso for short. 

She was 14 years old, lame in her right hind, 350lbs underweight, had horrible overgrown feet and pretty much unhandled.  And I, of course, know nothing about horses. She spent 30 days in quarantine before I ever even saw her, and she very nearly died from pnemonia while she was there, but thanks to the wonderful care and attention she recieved, she recovered and was able to come home in the middle of June. 

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So, we started figuring each other out. She was a bit spooky, and hard to handle, but after about a week she started to remember that once upony a time, a lonnnggg time ago, somebody had put a lot of time and effort into making her a beautifully trained pony. Things started to become a lot easier, the lameness in her leg slowly dissapated as we trimmed her feet correctly, she put weight on as her lungs healed and she was treated for both a severe case of worms and anemia. In July, we started the slow process of seeing if she could be ridden, and what level of training she had. 

She was fine to be longed, tacked up, and walked about, but became increasingly nervous if approached by a rider, so we settled into a ground work routine to get her comfortable with the whole idea, while I looked for a barn to take riding lessons from. 

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TSo, I was going on vacation in the middle of July, and right before I left, Calypso needed booster shots. Vet came, noted how good she looked, rasped her teeth, and just before she left, I asked if she thought it was possible that Calypso was pregnant. 

Now, Calypso had been checked for such things as pregnancy in her very first vet visit back in May, before she even got the pnemonia,  and was cleared as open, but the big round  belly that was supposed to go away with dewormer and good hay was still stubbornly in place. Vet wasn't concerned, said these things take time, but drew a blood sample to 'put the matter to rest'. 

Well, I won't bore you with all the details, but I got a very interesting phone call in the middle of my vacation, and yesterday. . . . 20160915_130611.jpg

Meet Quest, everyone! A happy, healthy, bouncy baby boy!

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Momma had a bunch of health issues the last month of her pregnancy,  and the easy delivery and healthy foal is nothing short of a miracle! 

I am in love. With them both, she is really the best mom, and can you believe this face?!

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So, that is my life right now. 



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Wow. That is an amazing story. You done good, girl.

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Dona the Horse Whisperer!

I think it's no secret that I am not an animal lover. However, I love horses. There is something about them that is so unique.

You did good. Congratulations on your new addition and your newest addition!

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Awww....

How wonderful.

Nothing like a horse.

She'll be more accepting of a rider soon.

Good job.

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Dona, I love that story.

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Wow! Congratulations. They are beautiful.

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She has six to nine months to be a mom now until we worry about riding her. She is a wonderful girl.

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Awww Dona that's so cool!

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She is such a proud momma. I can love all over the little guy, and she does nothing but watch like a hawk.
She is still a little reluctant to let anyone else mess about with him, but she has always been shy around other people, so that is not news.
His little halterm is waaaay too big, but it is so stinking CUTE on him I just have to put it on.

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How exciting!

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Trust takes time, especially with horses. Although sometimes they instantly bond. They are much like people in that respect. But they will run all over you if they think they can. They need to know who is the boss.

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Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:

She has six to nine months to be a mom now until we worry about riding her. She is a wonderful girl.

 Yup.

You'll be amazed at the difference. 



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That's so awesome, Donna!

What a sweet Mom!

And such a cute baby!smile



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Oh Dona! I love you for saving her! And now she returned the gift! I'm teary eyed reading this!

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Totally a win-win-win!



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That is so sweet!

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Lexxy wrote:

Oh Dona! I love you for saving her! And now she returned the gift! I'm teary eyed reading this!

 This. Every bit of it. Seriously.. is someone chopping onions in here?

 

I am so happy for you Donna, thank you for sharing!! 

Please, please, pretty please, keep us updated- and with pictures?!?!



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Yes, we'll need weekly pictures!

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Such a sweet story💖 Thank you for giving a beautiful horse a happy ending

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I'm glad they have you, Dona.

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This is such a cool story!!! You need to post updates as things happen.

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what a wonderful thing. I am so happy you have them both in your life. They are beautiful

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Well, THAT just made me cry!!!! Good for you Dona! What a sweet story!

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Ok - but I have to ask! Why no baby naming suggestion thread????!!!!! Pout!

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Lawyerlady wrote:

Ok - but I have to ask! Why no baby naming suggestion thread????!!!!! Pout!

 I was very disappointed with that slip up in Geek etiquette but gave Dona a pass since she rescued a horse and wrote such a nice story.



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I say we do it instead of waiting for her!

My choice of baby name is Cheerios! EVERYbody loves cheerios whether with milk and sugar or just individually snacking on them! YEAH!

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Lol, his name is A Quest to Save Atlas.
And he is suuuuch a cutie!

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He really is adorable. Although instead of just one horse, you now have two. Surprize extra cost! eek!

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How sweet! I love her little white spots. It's like Charlie Brown Christmas snow but only on her coat. Precious!



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Thanks for sharing this story. It was the first thing I read when I got on the computer this morning and it really made my day start out on the upside and with a happy note!!

Keep us informed on how the little fellow does, as well a his mother.

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I have been lucky enough to be following along. Beautiful mother and son


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Congrats! Both are beautiful!

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Lawyerlady wrote:

Ok - but I have to ask! Why no baby naming suggestion thread????!!!!! Pout!

 I thought the exact same thing!



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How do you not spend all your time trying to drag that little piece of pony into your lap for a cuddle?! Too perfect.

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Beautiful!

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They both look great!

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Awwwww. Horseys!

Horses are beautiful animals. I hate to hear of any of them being mistreated. Good for you saving that one. And congratulations on that little surprise gift that came along with her!

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HE IS SO ADORABle! mommy did very good!

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Oh, Dona! Love this thread!
You are awesome and the horses are so lucky to have you.
Great pictures!



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And you got such a great deal - two horses for the price of one!

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A rare picture of yours truly, with both of my gorgeous loves!FB_IMG_1474388515936-1.jpgFB_IMG_1474403096776.jpg



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You can tell mommy is so proud ! "I made dis!"

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Cheerios4606 wrote:

You can tell mommy is so proud ! "I made dis!"

 She is the BEST mom. I am sure she is an old pro at this, she does not act like this is her first foal. 

I am in love. He is such a cuddly and cute little guy. 



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That picture of the 3 of you deserves framing.

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Great picture!

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She looks healthier already! Did she put on some weight? Well, after losing some (the foal). LOL

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Some new pictured of Calypso and Quest, now that he is a WHOLE 20161014_111411.jpgMONTH old!

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