Friday, December 23, 2011

Dude

This morning, while having fun with Leisa and Rick we received some very sad news about our dear friend Carol, from her friend John who was on his way to El Paso.

Early this morning, Carol was leaving El Paso with Dude and another horse, heading to Arizona, when ten miles out of El Paso she hit some black ice, causing her to be in a horrific one car accident. Dude, the love of her life, died on impact and she was rushed to the hospital and her truck and trailer were totaled.

Except for some bruises, Carol was uninjured physically, so the hospital released her and the sheriff took her to a hotel, so she could wait for John to get there.

We spoke to Carol immediately after we heard the tragic news from John and she is heartbroken about Dude, as are we for her. We love you, Carol and we send you our heartfelt sympathies. Rest In Peace, Dude. You were a magnificent horse and Carol loved you more than anything on this planet.


4 comments:

Anonymous said...

My heart breaks for Carol. My deepest condolences on the loss of Dude. May the wonderful memories she has sustain her during this terrible time. God bless Carol and Dude.

Mari of the NoMads said...

There are just no words to express the depth of what has happened. Nancy, those of us who read your blog have grown to 'know' Carol and Dude and this tragedy touches us all.

Nancy, when the time is 'right', please extend our sympathies to Carol.

And personally, as one who once lost a horse who was at that time "the light of my life", too, I know and understand Carol's pain. I can offer this: time and memories are the very best of healers for such a loss. I hope she allows them to help her.

cousin nancy said...

Dear Anonymous and Mari, thank you for the kind comments.

Anonymous said...

we are always so close to the edges of tragedy. sad for you all.