As if this weren't heart breaking enough, today I found out that one of Granite's half sisters died in the fire. I am facebook friend's with the owners of Granite's sire and she had photos and an RIP message about an 8 year old mare named Love Ya Mean It aka Buttercup. Then I put the pieces together and realized that she had been one of the horses to die in the fire.
BUTTERCUP (2002-2010)
Upon looking at the Foxwood website, I realized that Granite's 5 year old full brother was being offered for 1/2 lease at the farm. I don't know if he is OK or not (I think 9 or 10 horses had been in another barn and were moved to safety). I have emailed to ask if anyone knows. I can only hope he is OK, he seemed like such a nice boy!
GUINESS
Y'all do me a favor and keep everyone who loved these horses in your thoughts and prayers. I know this tragedy is being felt through out the entire NC Horse Community. It certainly makes you remember to be grateful for what you have; and I have Granite.
Oh no!!! That is unbelievably devastating. I'm so sorry :(
ReplyDeleteVery, very sad. I'm sorry for the poor horses and the grief their owners must be feeling.
ReplyDeletedevastating...I'm so sorry for them.
ReplyDeleteHow awful. So sorry to hear this. I can't even imagine.
ReplyDeleteVery sad, but the horse community is rallying to help. They have set up a fund to raise money for the trainer. And Granite's brother is safe!! He was out in the pasture when the fire broke out.
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