George
a prince of a horse111 total reviews
Comment from Veronica Grace
This is a well written and heartwarming story. I truly enjoyed the read.
These things:
Patches (knickered=nickered?) in the distance, and for days afterwards refused to eat.
Catherine and I cried as she told me the story of how Patches stood there (motion(l)ess for a long time
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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012
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This is a well written and heartwarming story. I truly enjoyed the read.
These things:
Patches (knickered=nickered?) in the distance, and for days afterwards refused to eat.
Catherine and I cried as she told me the story of how Patches stood there (motion(l)ess for a long time
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Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012
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Thank you for the review and suggested changes. Much appreciate it. Bev
Comment from Cumbrianlass
Oh dear. This made me cry. What a sad tale, yet I'm happy the old guy had a wonderful home for the last few years of his life. I love horses, and used to ride often. They are one of the most beautiful creatures, and the history of mankind has been carried on their backs. You made George sound so special, and I think it's fantastic that you made a connection with him. A lovely tale, Bev. Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Av.
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Oh dear. This made me cry. What a sad tale, yet I'm happy the old guy had a wonderful home for the last few years of his life. I love horses, and used to ride often. They are one of the most beautiful creatures, and the history of mankind has been carried on their backs. You made George sound so special, and I think it's fantastic that you made a connection with him. A lovely tale, Bev. Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Av.
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Thank you, Av. I appreciate your generous and supportive review. Always good to get your insights and I thank you for sharing your own perspective on horses. Hugs Bev
Comment from Maureen's Pen
This was a story that filled heart and brightened soul.
To love so much and to care so deeply for each other was beautifully showcased in your story. I love horses, my children (my girls) loved riding and caring for their horses. They are such gentle giants when completely understood between rider and horse.
I enjoyed reading this work. It brought tears but also a sense of joy for his release from pain. I think that must have been the most endearing celebration of life I have heard of.
Thank you for sharing.
Maureen
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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This was a story that filled heart and brightened soul.
To love so much and to care so deeply for each other was beautifully showcased in your story. I love horses, my children (my girls) loved riding and caring for their horses. They are such gentle giants when completely understood between rider and horse.
I enjoyed reading this work. It brought tears but also a sense of joy for his release from pain. I think that must have been the most endearing celebration of life I have heard of.
Thank you for sharing.
Maureen
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Thank you for this outstanding review, Maureen. You are lucky to be comfortable around horses and to own some. I'm really in love with their beauty and mystique. I plan to write more about horses from a different perspective at some point in time. I really appreciate your time and words of support, my dear friend. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from cthompson4
I found your story leaving me wanting more! Animals have a way of helping us through difficult times and helping us heal in many ways. Thank you so much for sharing your story. Great job, take care, cthompson04
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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I found your story leaving me wanting more! Animals have a way of helping us through difficult times and helping us heal in many ways. Thank you so much for sharing your story. Great job, take care, cthompson04
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Thank you so much, ct. I appreciate your insights and suggestions. It's a fine line in posting - one wants to hold interest and not bore the reader. Sounds like I succeeded in not boring you LOL! You're a good sport for taking the time to read and review. Warm regards, Bev
Comment from Elizabeth Daniels
A beautiful story about a beautiful spirit. Many animals have been their owners savior, either directly or, as is the case with Catherine and George, indirectly. This story underscores the importance animals have in our everyday lives. A good story.
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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A beautiful story about a beautiful spirit. Many animals have been their owners savior, either directly or, as is the case with Catherine and George, indirectly. This story underscores the importance animals have in our everyday lives. A good story.
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Thank you so much, Elizabeth. I could not agree more with your wise words. And thank you for sharing your wonderful insight in this awesome review. Blessings, Bev
Comment from amada
I love horses as well. For sure they have an insightful way, they connect with humans so well, a carrot will make them happy. I enjoyed your story, and feel in my bones he is at great peace.
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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I love horses as well. For sure they have an insightful way, they connect with humans so well, a carrot will make them happy. I enjoyed your story, and feel in my bones he is at great peace.
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Hi, amada. Thank you for your awesome review. I appreciate you sharing your insights and taking the time to read my story. Blessings, Bev
Comment from Misrael
What a nice story and I too have always admired horses and I have a certain awe for them. They are beautiful creatures and are really awesome. It would be hard to loose a beloved pet of any kind. Good story and good job.
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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What a nice story and I too have always admired horses and I have a certain awe for them. They are beautiful creatures and are really awesome. It would be hard to loose a beloved pet of any kind. Good story and good job.
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Hi, Misrael. Thank you so kindly for your wonderfully generous review. I'm honored by your words of support and by the extra star. Means more than I can say! Kind regards, Bev
Comment from barkingdog
I don't know if I can write through the tears. How well you have captures the tender love that so many shared for George. And yes, sometimes the animals that we have around us do keep us alive, and they do love us unconditionally. They trust us just as George did Catherine to do what's right for them in the end. She kept him from suffering any longer. Putting a dear friend down is a most difficult thing to do.
Animal friends never forget one another. Patches standing over George's grave is when I really began to cry. They bond in a way that we humans don't. A way without words. A true experiencing of nature itself. They were soldiers in the field for many years. I love the way you see them as comrades. Patched knew his friend was sick. They know when one of them is near death.
He stood over his comrade's tomb.Marvelous tribute!
I am so upset that I don't have six this late in the week.
You deserve one ... many for this well penned piece.
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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I don't know if I can write through the tears. How well you have captures the tender love that so many shared for George. And yes, sometimes the animals that we have around us do keep us alive, and they do love us unconditionally. They trust us just as George did Catherine to do what's right for them in the end. She kept him from suffering any longer. Putting a dear friend down is a most difficult thing to do.
Animal friends never forget one another. Patches standing over George's grave is when I really began to cry. They bond in a way that we humans don't. A way without words. A true experiencing of nature itself. They were soldiers in the field for many years. I love the way you see them as comrades. Patched knew his friend was sick. They know when one of them is near death.
He stood over his comrade's tomb.Marvelous tribute!
I am so upset that I don't have six this late in the week.
You deserve one ... many for this well penned piece.
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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My dear, Ellen. My God, what a beautiful review. Your words have brought me to tears. Everything you have said here makes so much sense - and I've heard that horses do bond in quite a tender and faithful way. Your beautiful insights are reward enough for the write. I'm especially honored because of the caliber of talent you possess, my friend. Blessings, Ellen! Love, Bev
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You're quite a talent to be able to put such emotion on the page which translated to me. It was vivid. You didn't just say my friend had a horse named George, he was sick and we had a nice get together for him. There was another horse who when it was all over for some reason came and stood by the grave. Some would have been that bland ... a report. Yours was an experience.
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Thank you so much, Ellen, for your elegant words here. You're quite a lady, ya'know? Love, Bev
Comment from judiverse
Second time today I've a good cry about an animal that died. I read one earlier about the loss of a dog. A beautiful tribute that they had for the horse. You described it very well. The last paragraph describing how Patches stood over where George had been buried. Great work! judi
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Second time today I've a good cry about an animal that died. I read one earlier about the loss of a dog. A beautiful tribute that they had for the horse. You described it very well. The last paragraph describing how Patches stood over where George had been buried. Great work! judi
Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Hi, judi. You've a tender heart for nature's creatures, my dear friend. Thank you so much for this awesome review. And I very much appreciate your faithful support! Love, Bev
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You're so welcome. I lost the only dog I ever had over ten years ago but still think of her regularly. judi
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Some losses never go away. It's a little like losing a young child I think. Xxx Bev
Comment from tayhay
This is a very touching story to me. It seems like this was real to you and if it was i am sorry your horse died. This a good story. You are a good writer
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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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This is a very touching story to me. It seems like this was real to you and if it was i am sorry your horse died. This a good story. You are a good writer
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Comment Written 05-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012
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Thank you, tayhay. I really appreciate your very kind words of support for my story. I'm glad you stopped by...Bev
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you are an amazing poet. i love your poem, it touched my heart and i will remember that poem. want to be wrighting friends? we shoiuld review each other every day lol