It's a sad state in the horse world...

My boys are so glad they belong to me. I'm sure there are others out there - I know quite a few - whose horses are well cared for and loved. However, my in box is OVER full of sad news. The mustang sanctuary out west who has dead horses all over the place. Others struggling to survive and no means to feed them. (There are rescuers out there helping them, thank god.)

The pony in Maine who went from very good to the fire, to, well, maybe the frying pan? Depending on what you read and who you listen to, this is a man trying to do something for an emaciated pony, who might have a spotty record of taking care of his horses himself. This does not harden me to the fact that he is going all out to take care of this pony, but what about the others in the pastures out back who aren't in dire straits but might not be far behind? I hope the care and attention this pony receives rubs off on the others in his care.

Then on to the Polo Ponies. O.M.G. In the International Eye. Ok, forget the international eye. Someone cared for these guys. The grooms, the riders, the vets, someone. (Ok, let me enjoy my little bubble of innocence - let me believe that someone did care for each of them.) I am proud to say that, nationalities, views, teams aside - all the pictures that I saw (and yes, I do realize that we don't ever see EVERYTHING), everyone was pitching in and caring for the ill horses.

So, before I head back to bed with my hot water bottle and my box of puffs plus with lotion, I have to say two things...

ONE: If you know of any animal that is being neglected, abused, tortured, abandonded, PLEASE, PLEASE! report it!! If you can't find someone in your area who will take it seriously, contact me. I promise you that I will find someone to help you.

TWO: If you can help, even $5 - contribute to a REPUTABLE, honest rescue. If you need someone to help you find one, I will be more than glad to help. The economy is struggling to raise, money is still being guarded and people are still not loosening the proverbial belt to any degree. Help when and where you can.

I'm off to bed. A full day tomorrow and my head still feels like it's going to explode. The rain is a good thing, but the pollen count, the chickens, the birds, and my allergies are killing me. Sinus head ache, runny nose, watery eyes, etc. Good old chicken soup and warm tea and a box of kleenex - they are my constant companions for the last couple of days.

Good night, horses. I hope you all have warm shelter, plenty to eat and clean water. Leave my bubble alone, will you. I want to sleep tonight!
Lynn :)