but I just got the word from Trainer Mike that Snoopy will have a new home in Kansas on October 1st. The buyer and a friend came to Michigan and spent the afternoon and evening with us, enjoying "horse time". Laura had the opportunity to ride him, spoil him and utterly fall in love with him. She joked that it was too bad he wouldn't fit in her carry-on to take back to Kansas with her.
The only thing we are waiting on at this point is the veterinary to come out and do a pre-purchase exam. Kinda like an home inspection when you buy a house. Shouldn't be a problem, but everyone is always nervous until it is completed. She will be hiring a horse hauler to get him to her farm, which is about 15 hours from Michigan. Upon making the announcement, Thomas was in tears. He has suddenly taken a big interest in the horses and doesn't want any of them to be sold. Tough time for him.
I am excited at the thought of him being sold. She sounds like her animals are all spoiled rotten. But it is a bit melancholy too. These horses are born and raised here and it is sad to see them go....but only until the check is in the bank!!!! Then it is on to the next project. That will be Storm, the two year old filly. She will be heading to the barn as soon as Futurity is over to get started on her training program. Time marches on, as they say.
At the end, I am thanking the Lord for a great buyer. It is nice to know how well loved and cared for Snoopy will be. Makes parting with him a little bit easier.
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