Misty Morning Star: That is what Ashley and I named this little fellow that early morning when he found the strength to stand. It is a pretty good story how we came to know him. His Mama (Misty) was purchased as a 2 year old over the phone. When she arrived she was ill. Ashley and I helped with her care. One morning she was lying down, her owner out of town and she seemed in pain. Next thing we see is this little fellow on the ground. Wow, even the vet didnt see this coming. Apparently Misty wasnt prepared either because she ignored him. The vet told us that if he stood in the first hours he maybe could survive. 6 days later Ashley and I were still camped out at the barn feeding him warm cow milk on the hour. I woke Ash and we walked over to the stall to see him standing on his own for the first time. It was a moment to remember.
His name was changed to Shadow because of his habit of following people around looking for the baby bottle full of milk. Even now as a big 4 year old he will follow and nuzzle you. Only now he is looking for carrots.
3 comments:
oh yes. definatly a moment to remember, i still have a picture of him in my jewlery box. he went from beautiful to gorgeous, always loved that horse, and he was a true miracle :)
What a great story! I can just imagine how thrilled you were to see him standing.
Love the B&W shot...
Thanks for sharing such a touching story and pictures!
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