If you bury him in this spot, the secret of which you must already have,
he will come to you when you call; come to you over the far, dim pastures of death.
And though you ride other living horses through life,
they shall not shy at him, nor resent his coming.
For he is yours, and he belongs there.

People may scoff at you, who see no lightest blade of grass bent by his footfall,
who hear no nicker pitched too fine for insensitive ears.
People who may never really love a horse.
Smile at them then, for you shall know something that is hidden from them
and which is well worth the knowing...

The one place to bury a horse is in the heart of his master.

~Author Unknown

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*Although the author of the equine version of this piece is unknown, it is derived from the original canine version by writer/poet laureate Ben Hur Lampman.  That version, as well as more information on Lampman, can be found here.

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It is only fitting that tribute should be paid to every horse which passes through our lives. Be they the object of celebrity, a great athlete, or a beloved companion, they are all deserving of respect. In consideration of this, please feel free to submit the name of the horse and a short one line tribute. I will post them in the Eulogy Book as time allows. They do not need to be a famous horse, but simply one that meant something to someone and has gone on to another place.

Somewhere...Somewhere in time's Own Space
There must be some sweet pastured place
Where creeks sing on and tall trees grow
Some Paradise where horses go,
For by the love that guides my pen
I know great horses live again.
          ~Stanley Harrison

This is for all of those great horses who, by virtue of being, forever are.

• Avatar – Teacher and Friend, “You are missed by all, especially Suzanne.”

• Boomer- You were such a classy old guy and we all loved you.  It hit us all hard when you were taken so suddenly.  We'll all miss you, boy.

• Buddy and Tully - "My Beloved Teachers and Friends – I Miss You Everyday!"

• Chippy - You turned beautiful colors with the seasons and were the supreme riding teacher.

• Dandy - Wild as the wind, you were a beauty that could not be conquered.

• Daurie - A great race mare, broodmare, foal sitter and friend.  You shined for 34 years and I miss you always.

• Driller - An athletic and fiery sorrel stallion , you were kind enough to help a young girl grow up.

• Dronita -- Your heart was as big as you, gentle and sweet, my broodmare, my friend. Run free over the Rainbow Bridge, head and head with Daurie, you will both remain forever in my heart.

• Dusty - June 14, 1976 - October 23, 2006 - MY DUSTY ROSE:  My earthly friend for 30 years, my heavenly friend for eternity.  Let er' buck, ole Dust.  'Will miss you until we meet again...

• Foolish Pleasure - A Champion and old friend.  You spent the last of your days in happiness and contentment.  You were loved and we know you understand that.  Your journey over the Rainbow Bridge has left a void in this life.  You are missed.

• Free House - Tenacity, Spirit, and the Heart and Soul of a winner in my heart forever.

• George Washington - Gorgeous George it was not meant to end this way, may your spirit live on in
  your unborn foals, we will love and remember you forever.

• Gone West - We only met once, but I'll treasure you forever.  Gone West has gone home.

• Hokey - A finer, more gentler mare would never be found (unless you tried to sneak a ride!).

• Impressive Wind... My best friend for 23 years!  You took care of me on all those rides!  I miss you like crazy until we see each other again!!!  I love you, no one could ever take your place you were my once in a lifetime!

• Jasper - “Teacher and Friend” – You are missed by all.

• Jim & Skeeter - The silver horses, you were the beginning of the lifelong dream.

• Niecey - Despite the white trim taboo, you were best described as simply beautiful.

• Ruffian -  Oh Ruffian, do you know, the tale so true,  Of the bolt that set your destiny.    How you broke the hearts of those you raced,  And those you left as well.

• Saint Salvo - I always knew you were better than your poor management showed.  You never really got to show your stuff- here's hoping you're running and winning up above.

• Samson - We only knew you for a week but you brought out the best in all of us.

• Skinner - Once you kept a rider on your back out of the gate, your race to the ROM was unstoppable.

• T-man - You were so brave through all your pain.  Most creatures would let their temperaments turn foul in that sort of situation, but never you.  RIP, boy.

• Taneum Spirit - Your attempt to finish the race despite a horrific breakdown touched my heart.  Wish I had known you better.

• Tiny - Though we were friends for a short while, you remain a lasting memory.

• “Vodkatini”- aka Tina, - Grand daughter of Northern Dancer, truly my best friend.  It hit us all hard when you were taken so suddenly we will never forget you. You are always in my heart and soul. Love you baby.

• Westie - Western Territory, full brother to Grand Slam, was lost tragically in a breakdown at Oaklawn, March, 2006.  RIP Westie.

• Ziggy - You were a champion and the greatest friend there ever was. I love & miss you boy.