My saddest Pony acquistion

evilbunnyfoofoo

evilbunnyfoofoo

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I've always shared my Pony extras with my mom. She's been ill and bedridden for years, so she really enjoyed brushing and styling their hair. I mean, she was bats for horses and ponies her whole life and she's decidedly where my love of all thing equine and four footed originated. When she recently had to move from my house to the nursing home due to her deteriorating health, she took a select few which quickly grew in number because I just kept bringing her more. People loved her shelf full of brightly coloured Ponies and when the grandkids came, they'd haul them down and play with them.

I always joked with her I could be generous, because in the end I'd get 'em all back when she died. I know that sounds morbid, but we have a weird sense of humour in this family. In any case, she loved the joke and continued it.

But the day came. And the Ponies became mine again.

My mom (as some of you already know and have been so kind about) passed away January 1st. January 2 I took the Ponies off their shelf to start their new lives with me. It was the hardest thing, they were all smiling and happy. But rather than stuff them in a box and take them home, I sorted some into three piles to be sent home to some of my little nieces, and one more pile for my niece Lany. I hope to give them to her in person. I know she will cherish them. A part of me wanted to be greedy and take them all home, but I can't spread the Pony Virus if I don't get the germs out into the public. I know mom would want them to be played with and loved. I don't know if I can play with the ones I kept right now, because to be honest, they make me sad. But later, I will be giving them their own little area and I'll play with them often. I think mom would like that.
 
evilbunnyfoofoo said:
I've always shared my Pony extras with my mom. She's been ill and bedridden for years, so she really enjoyed brushing and styling their hair. I mean, she was bats for horses and ponies her whole life and she's decidedly where my love of all thing equine and four footed originated. When she recently had to move from my house to the nursing home due to her deteriorating health, she took a select few which quickly grew in number because I just kept bringing her more. People loved her shelf full of brightly coloured Ponies and when the grandkids came, they'd haul them down and play with them.

I always joked with her I could be generous, because in the end I'd get 'em all back when she died. I know that sounds morbid, but we have a weird sense of humour in this family. In any case, she loved the joke and continued it.

But the day came. And the Ponies became mine again.

My mom (as some of you already know and have been so kind about) passed away January 1st. January 2 I took the Ponies off their shelf to start their new lives with me. It was the hardest thing, they were all smiling and happy. But rather than stuff them in a box and take them home, I sorted some into three piles to be sent home to some of my little nieces, and one more pile for my niece Lany. I hope to give them to her in person. I know she will cherish them. A part of me wanted to be greedy and take them all home, but I can't spread the Pony Virus if I don't get the germs out into the public. I know mom would want them to be played with and loved. I don't know if I can play with the ones I kept right now, because to be honest, they make me sad. But later, I will be giving them their own little area and I'll play with them often. I think mom would like that.
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Oh poor Foofoo hugs to you and your family hun :(
 
We're trying to keep smiling. It's what mom wanted. She told us, no tears. Which my sister Lindy and I totally blew the moment we realized she was slipping away. It was oddly disturbing but very quick and it was all over. I imagine she ran out of the nursing home, hopped on a horse and sped off to be with my dad as soon as she got shod of her body. To her it was a joyful thing. She really looked forward to the Next Step as she liked to call it. I think she'll be having an awesome time about right now.

Which is mean, she left me to clean up her room. How rude!

Gotta keep smiling. :smile:
 
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:( So sad for you and your family foofoo! Lots of pony hugs for you. You'll always look at those ponies and feel a little bit sad but over time you'll find it's easier to recall happy memories when you think of her and see them, it just takes time. It's so sweet of you to share them too, they are special.
 
Thank you all so much. I'm so grateful I have you all!
 
evilbunnyfoofoo said:
I've always shared my Pony extras with my mom. She's been ill and bedridden for years, so she really enjoyed brushing and styling their hair. I mean, she was bats for horses and ponies her whole life and she's decidedly where my love of all thing equine and four footed originated. When she recently had to move from my house to the nursing home due to her deteriorating health, she took a select few which quickly grew in number because I just kept bringing her more. People loved her shelf full of brightly coloured Ponies and when the grandkids came, they'd haul them down and play with them.

I always joked with her I could be generous, because in the end I'd get 'em all back when she died. I know that sounds morbid, but we have a weird sense of humour in this family. In any case, she loved the joke and continued it.

But the day came. And the Ponies became mine again.

My mom (as some of you already know and have been so kind about) passed away January 1st. January 2 I took the Ponies off their shelf to start their new lives with me. It was the hardest thing, they were all smiling and happy. But rather than stuff them in a box and take them home, I sorted some into three piles to be sent home to some of my little nieces, and one more pile for my niece Lany. I hope to give them to her in person. I know she will cherish them. A part of me wanted to be greedy and take them all home, but I can't spread the Pony Virus if I don't get the germs out into the public. I know mom would want them to be played with and loved. I don't know if I can play with the ones I kept right now, because to be honest, they make me sad. But later, I will be giving them their own little area and I'll play with them often. I think mom would like that.
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*sniff* No crying, I said, I lied, again.
I'm truly sorry, Foofoo. But we know that the ponies will be loved for more years to come. Everlasting happiness!


Sorry, I needed to. Anyways, I'm truly, truly sorry for your loss and the ponies. But I bet they will be happy with the nieces. And I bet your mom will be, too, wherever she is, knowing the ponies will be loved and cherished
 
I'm so sorry foofoo. I dread the day when my Mom too has to go to the next adventure.

You have the right spirit though to keep smiling to honor your Mom's wishes. Hugs to you and your family!
 
I hope you are doing okay foofoo. Its sad to lose your mom.
I lost my granny in 2007. She was awesome. I don't know what happens to any of her toys.
You might even want to take time off from ponies. I love you foofoo and I hope you can be happy. Try watching your favorite TV show to get your mind off of it. It helps.
 
Very big hugs to you foofoo <33 sorry to hear your lost :(.
It is nice that you can spread the ponies to other people :) and keep couple ponies you got from your mom while longer, even though they make you sad right now. There might be a time when you want to keep them and remember your mom.
 
I am so sorry for your loss. I admire your family's strength, courage and generous hearts. I can picture your ponies going on to spread more pony love! All the best to you and your family in 2015. (((Hugs)))
 
Guys, I just adore you all so much. I don't believe I could ever be part of a kinder, more generous community. Thank you all so.

I'll be so glad when my life sorta settles down and I can breathe!
 
I'm so sorry for your loss, Becca. It doesn't make it any easier knowing the end is coming, but at least you got to be there for her and you could say goodbye. That's all anyone can ask for, really. You cherish the time you have while they're with you, and the memories left behind after they're gone. She will continue to live on as long as there are people who love and remember her. I still miss my grandmother even though her passing was truly in her best interest. And I dread the day I'll eventually have to say goodbye to my mom. I'm still a complete mess over my cats and it's already almost a year later, I don't even want to imagine how difficult it would be losing her.
 
I'm so sorry. I know how much it hurts to loose a parent. She may be gone from this life but you'll see her again one day. Until then I'm sure she and your dad will be watching over you and all of your family. I think it's wonderful your mom wasn't afraid in the end. After working in a nursing home I know how frantic people become when they know they don't have a lot of time left. Your mother must have been very strong and well grounded to be able to look at 'The Next Step' with such confidence. It's so sweet you gave her so much happiness. Now all the love she poured into those little ponies is going to bring a lot of happiness to your and your nieces. It's stellar you were able to take such a sad time and bring a little light to it. *hugs*
 
Hugs to you and your family, Foofoo. How wonderful that you got to share your love of ponies with your mom and you have her special ponies to remind you of her.

Elf
 
I think that it must be tough going through that. I will face it one day myself. I won't be looking forward to it. :/ My sympathy to your family. Though it looks like you had alot of nice memories with your mom playing with them. I also think its glad your sharing the ponies with other members of the family which will keep the pony love alive. hugs :)
 
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