In Memory of

Stirinupastorm

June 11, 1984 to April 23, 2001

"Lady" as she was best known to her friends. A colic episode ended up in surgery at New Bolton and the discovery of a huge growth in her abdomen that involved the compromise of her small intestine. Rather than put this remarkable little mare through more pain and an uncertain future health, her owner made the unselfish decision to let her go. She had more than earned it in the 12+ years Kim owned her. (An attempt to save her close-to-term foal was unsuccessful.)

In the 6 years she lived with me, she ruled the roost, whether turned out in a field of mares or with the stallion that we referred to as her "husband," Lady was the boss. Their one foal, Post Meridian, is a composite of them; with her mother's no-nonsense attitude, her father's joie de vivre and both of their athletic abilities, she is a superstar unto herself.

I won't soon stop looking for her beautiful little face, her "satellite dish" ears, her big attitude, or listening for her distinctive voice. The herd is lost without her. Her daughter is missing her, as are we.

Enjoy the peace, Lady, coz when Cassie and Kim get to Heaven, they'll be fighting over who gets to ride you again!!

When I think back on these times

And the dreams we left behind

I'll be glad 'cause I was blessed

To get to have you in my life

When I look back on these days

I'll look and see your face

You were right there for me.

In my dreams I'll always see you soar above the sky

In my heart there will always be a place for you

For all my life I'll keep a part of you with me

And everywhere I am, there you'll be . . .