Friday morning

Good Morning!

It is a beautiful morning here in the desert of Nevada. For those that do not know this, Pahrump is located 56 miles East of Death Valley, CA. So when we complain of heat I think of those who reside in Death Valley. Several years ago, I attended festivities in Death Valley, where a large group of individuals came in on covered wagons, horse back and mules. They had spent 10 days traveling the trails our ancestors traveled. It was quite a sight to see, you could see the dust for miles swirling from the wagon wheels and riders. As they rode in, dust covered and of course exhausted, it made you stop and think how many people attempted to cross this vast land before them and those that did not survive the elements but who had a hand in the history of the country.

But, there is one thing in common we had with our ancestors and that was our Equine Friends, who helped shape our country. I watched the riders, and the wagon masters care for their horses and mules long before they cared for themselves. The veterinarian was there checking each beautiful animal ensuring that it was well. These people made me so proud to stand in their presence as they truly cared for these beautiful creatures.

It saddens me to see what some of our society has come to when it comes to our Equine Friends. Seeing them being abused, neglected and then discarded like an old shoe after giving their all..and destine to die a horrific death.

There are so many individuals working so hard to change things for our equine friends. There are those working diligently to stop slaughter , making the calls and faxing daily to get the Anti-Slaughter bills passed. THANK YOU!!!!

There are the many rescues, saving horses from auctions/feed lots, taking in unwanted, starved horses working diligently with their volunteers to rehabilitate these special equines in hopes to find "FOREVER HOMES". The hard work, the love and the heartbreak endured when you did your best and you lose one of your precious ones, but you continue on because so many more need you. THANK YOU!!!!!

Then there are the Special People like you, that help in anyway they can, whether it be through donations, or through cheer leading. Your assistance in every aspect is truly truly appreciated. It is your kindness, compassion and generosity that enables the rescues out there to continue their work for the horses. I, APPLAUD YOU AND I THANK YOU FOR CARING SO MUCH, YOU HAVE NO IDEA JUST WHAT AN IMPACT YOU MAKE DAILY ON THE LIVES OF HORSES. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!

Have a wonderful day and weekend everyone!! Be safe!

Stephanie