Teddy O’Connor, the little pony that could, was euthanized yesterday. I can’t stop crying. I have no idea why I’m so upset, but here’s what I wrote to the O’Connor Event Team:
Although I’ve never seen Teddy in person, I followed his career as many did, with awe and wonder at the pony who taught us that heart, drive, and determination were more important than size or conventional wisdom. I’m surprised to find myself so upset over his loss, but then, true greatness affects everyone, because true greatness changes the way we think. Teddy and Karen gave all of us a story to take with us every day, that with courage and belief you can do anything you set your mind to do.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all,
JDP
Sacramento, CA
You can send your thoughts and sympathies to teddy@oconnoreventteam.com
A photo memorial is up on flickr: In Memory of Theodore O’Connor 1995-2008
UPDATE: A lovely post about Teddy is over at the great horse blog, regardinghorses.com
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This has been a difficult time for me. Although my laptop has finally been returned, the last few days I’ve not been in the right frame of mind to blog. I blew my knee out again, after three lovely rides on Mojo, and the reoccurrence has some serious repercussions. For one thing, I will most likely be looking at July - at the earliest - before I can ride again. After a lot of honest introspection, I have decided to move Mojo to a friend’s barn where he will be ridden regularly while I deal with my knee. I don’t want Mojo to have another 10 weeks off - he’s had enough time off in his life and his work ethic, as small as it is, needs to be encouraged, not extinguished by remaining a pasture puff.
My friend’s barn is an hour away. I will probably only see Mojo a few times a month. I am really sad, as he is my One True Thing - the light of my life that I can turn to when all else is difficult and trying. However, my responsibility is to his well-being, so I have to do what is best for him.
I’ll be moving him on Saturday.
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I really apologize for the lack of posts and sunday blog round-up. I will do a two-week jumbo round-up this weekend, since I should FINALLY get my laptop back. I hope everyone had a great Easter!
UPDATE: Still no laptop. Sad blogger. Many posts in mind; none on site. Work too busy to blog. Must maintain patience and zen frame of mind….
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