In Memory  

Know that our loved ones were first loved by God and they are safe now beside Him

Life was made better by those remembered here...

Lorraine Barrett

The love I have for animals comes from my mother.  You can safely say this woman who raised 7 children and held a marriage together for 40 yrs; who buried 3 sons and her husband; who worked to promote Amaryllis and help raise feed money for the horses even without fail throughout her last 2 yrs of battling cancer was a saint.  Alas, she was not.  She was just a woman predestined to single handedly alter the future for the horses and she succeeded.  Amaryllis' successes are hers.  Tens of thousands of people were educated along the journey.  Hundreds of horses told they were extraordinary.  Numerous farm animals hollered at the sound of her approaching Jeep.

Honor, integrity and an unfathomable strength carried my mom throughout her life.  Dozens of beloved horses waiting at the Rainbow Bridge have carried her into Heaven.  Once inside the Pearly Gates, the horses circled around her and asked the plan.

 Behold, the horse nation on earth now has the most powerful ally in Heaven.  Watch what happens. 

Ben  

The one who started it all, what seems like a thousand years ago. One horse can change your life, leave hoofprints on your heart and live daily in your thoughts for all the rest of your life.  I met Ben when I was 8. He was the first horse I ever rode.  He became my first horse and he became the best friend I ever had. I lost Ben to an allergic reaction to a vaccine when I was 14. I would like to say I recovered, but that would be untrue. I can safely say there never has been a horse greater than he, though.  And that is the truth.

Rascal

"Lonesome Dove" aka Rascal   My heart and soul, my strength.  Your honesty, your courage, your devotion and your ability to offer 110% in all weathers where qualities not easily found...in any species.

This rescue is for you. May it grow as fast as an Amaryllis and blossom as boldly so you see from Heaven that I remain crushed without you.  Be there as I arrive, E Rascally Rabbit.  Tell me you are proud.

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Clarke Smith (Christine's first Husband)

Pictured in the back round  is Valentine Barrett (Christine's brother)

Clarke was a highly decorated Vietnam veteran.  Val served in the U.S. Coast Guard. This is for them:

1)  http://www.greatdanepromilitary.com/Battle%20Hymn/index.htm

~Remember those who fight and have fought for YOUR right to remain FREE, and the principles this nation was founded on:

2) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_P6yU_ymFM

Reebok

The intensity of the love shared between Reebok and his soul mate Joyce can be felt to this day. Love does not die. The ones we lose here on earth will be waiting for us in Heaven where all that remains is the LOVE. In their honor and for those who have passed before us, we must comfort another being. That is what they would have us do.
God Bless you and keep you Reebok. Your mom has comforted MANY in your honor. Be proud.

Please copy and paste the link below:

http://www.thepastwhispers.com/Horses.html

(It was sent by Reebok's owner on the third anniversary of his crossing)

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Aamin Aatmadeva

Dallas...It is with the heaviest heart I bring the news that Aamin (Dallas), our "Schnarkles" has crossed the Rainbow Bridge at the New England Equine Hospital. It is tragic and deeply heart wrenching. Schnarks had the greatest year of his life I am sure. He got to wear the BEST, eat the BEST and live in a couple of the BEST stables around. His adopter was also his sponsor from the beginning. She saved him with AFER and she said it was Love at first sight. I am so sorry Coleen.......no horse could ask for more than what you gave to him.

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Ben

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of this mighty Percheron.  The day came that he could no longer raise his great body.  It happened on a sunny, warm day.  I fed him his breakfast as he lay in the field.  Comanche and Abraham were with us.  The vet arrived and Ben never again tried to rise.  I told him everything he was never told.  I told him how awesome a horse he was, how he enabled an Amish family to survive, how he was needed and respected and how much he was deeply loved.  He understood and listened intently.  I told him of where he was going and how the rainbow bridge was where he would regain all his lost strength and vigor.  He would gallop free again and his mighty heart would be happy.  I told him that God would meet him as he entered Heaven and the words he would hear would be "Well done, my faithful servant" and God would (((HUG))) him.

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Lauren Baccash

Our earthly life serves a purpose.  All we do, all we meet are eternally affected.  Some live very long lives and complete a long term project set out for them the day the spirit of life was breathed into them.  Some live a short time on this earth before moving onwards and upwards, but their life was no less dynamic and purposeful.  Sometimes Heaven requires the assistance of a particular spirit for reasons unknown to us.  Perhaps a job needs doing that can only be completed from above.  As we enter the hereafter, all our questions will be answered.....by the loved ones gone before us.  Until then, in their honor keep their memory alive so they may look down and smile, for they too will be missing us.

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Jake

http://www.dashpoemmovie.com/

In Memory of every horse who experienced hell before death...

I believe my mother literally educated thousands to the horror these horses endured.  She made these flyers and spread it throughout the Hamptons.  This is the reality horses continue to face.

Look closely...the one underneath and to the back is alive. These horses were someone's best friends, adored and cherished.  Do you know where the horse YOU adored is now?  I am going to hold off from showing the next photo...which is of the horses who broke pelvic bones and legs on route being DRAGGED off the trailer by a leg.

Help us build the Sanctuary!

Whether the horses are slaughtered here or across the borders the journey is excruciating, the terror unimaginable and the death....well most of them get to watch their own death...piece by piece according to slaughter house actual videos and interviews.

I chose to post these photos here because it is something I personally deal with EVERY DAY, and you CANNOT imagine what it is like to try with every ounce of strength and finances to SAVE a horse, especially one who was a beloved pet or lesson/show horse....and to LOSE THEM TO SLAUGHTER because we don't have the finances to give them the LIFE THEY EARNED...

We NEED you so we can keep helping the horses!

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Romeo

Our beloved rooster has passed quietly in his sleep.  The ducks and chickens he protected held a vigil on their own.  Romeo was being killed by a young, strong rooster when we the kids found him a couple years ago.  Nursing him back to health, we fell in love with this fine bird.  Romeo was a true gentleman and guarded the flock, dissolved any arguments between rivals and would always, always wait to eat until every other bird had their fill.  Even when an awesome treat was given, he would step back and allow the flock to eat, only then would he look to care for himself.  He would watch the sky and squawk a warning if a hawk flew by.....and occasionally a low flying airplane!

Hundreds of children were safe around Romeo and though his talons were incredibly long, he would not conceive using them for harm.  I wish we had known Romeo earlier in his life, but of course we wish that wish about them all.  Two years did not seem like much time.  Romeo, however must have appreciated his time here because he was spoiled and adored.

Romeo was 12 years old.  Romeo died knowing he was loved.

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Cleo

They're a very special gift; to be cherished and loved
You're chosen for each other; by God Himself above
It's a match made in heaven; so it can't be wrong
You're tied together by a bond; that's oh so strong
All they'll ever ask from you; is to be loved and fed
And at night make sure they have, fresh water and a bed
In return for so little; the rewards are so great
You'll get a companion for life; with some very special traits
When you are lost; and the end seems so far away
They'll walk by your side; they'll help you find your way
When life gets you down; they can put a smile on your face
As they run you in circles; with their fast pace
You'll share the good with the bad; you'll be happy and sad
And through it all you have a friend; the best you ever had
You're time together; will be special and unique
It will be as priceless to you; as a rare antique
Then before you know it; the day will arrive
When suddenly your life; takes a steep dive
The furry friend who's been with you for all of these years
Has now passed on; and left you in tears
As you sit and wonder; what did I do
Why is this all happening to you
Into each of our lives; a little rain must fall
And you must be strong; to answer the call
Your little one's spirit has flown home on the wings of a dove
To a special place that awaits them; in heaven above
St. Francis will meet them; when they get home
He will take them to a meadow; where they're free to roam
There in the meadows; down by the pond
Your furry friend will remember her loving bond
She'll look into the water; then you appear
She can see you're frightened; she can feel your fear
Through the bond that still ties you; from heaven above
She looks down upon you; she sends you her love
Because you loved her; and because you care
Whenever you need her; she'll always be there
There in the meadows; they patiently wait for the day
When you will celebrate your life together; each and everyday
Waiting for that day; when you come walking back home
When together for an eternity; through the meadows you'll roam.

(((hugs Cynthia))) from Chase

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Alice

23 years a beloved friend

And God asked the feline spirit,
"Are you ready to come home?"
"Oh, yes, quite so," replied the precious soul,
"And, as a cat, you know I am most able to decide anything for myself."
"Are you coming then?" asked God.
"Soon," replied the whiskered angel,
"But I must come slowly, for my human friend is troubled
For, you see, she needs me, quite certainly."
"But doesn't she understand?" asked God, "That you'll never leave her?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed? It just is....forever and ever and ever."
"Eventually she will understand," replied the glorious cat,
"For I will whisper into her heart that I am always with her,
I just am....forever and ever and ever."

(((hugs Suri)))

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Winter

One girl's hopes and dreams and heart lay to rest with this special horse today.  Deputy Winter wasn't your average horse.  After a successful career as a race horse, Winters owners knew how special a horse he was, and donated him to a mounted unit.  His Dad and Partner would tell you he was the best of the best, A Standardbred who was more reliable and far smarter then some of the best seasoned Quarter Horses doing mounted work.  A life of service usually means people come and go and you don't get to bond with a person of your own.  Winter's partner and Dad could not keep him where he lived, and placed him at a beautiful mansion on a hill.  One day, a tour guide of the Mansion, a girl named Jess offered her blueberry muffin to him. Life, as they both knew it was never going to be the same.  They each had found their soul mate.
As fate and life get in the way sometimes, Winter was separated from Jess and she was unable to find him.  The long, heartsick weeks turned into months.  Two hearts, girl and horse, gazing up at the same sky wondering where the other was.  Finally, God intervened and a friend on a hunch started asking around.  She brought Jess to this 'off the beaten path' farm where someone had said the horse the forlorn girl described might be.  As horse and human caught glimpse of the other, there were screams of joy, tears of happiness and a charge across the field to each other.  Happily ever after was the plan for the future.  Fencing was planned, a gorgeous Amaryllis mare would be his stable mate...life was to be grand for all.  Tragedy struck shortly before Winter was to move home with Jess.  He became entangled in fencing and apparently twisted a gut trying to free himself.  His Dad and Partner were called, and rushed to his side, the vet was called.  When Jess was alerted, she flew to his side and together the pair fought for Winter's life for all they were worth.  Winter did not want to leave his love and Jessica didn't want to face life without him.  The two clung to each other and the love rose to the Heavens.  Literally.  As God looked down, He smiled because though He knew this was going to be extremely difficult for all to bear, He wanted Winter to know for sure that he had achieved the greatest gift ever a horse on earth could....the love of his girl.  He had extended His plan to bring Winter home until He brought Jess and Winter together once more so they each knew they were loved by the other above all else.  Jessica, Winter is waiting for you in Heaven.  He is galloping and playing and God has ((hugged)) him for you.  Take his love and tell your new "Secret" all about him.  Winter will smile. He would have loved her.

He loves you all still.

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Augie

Augie's dad's words say it all........

Karma-Snugglebunny

Karma came to us hardly alive and it was a few days before we could even believe he would survive.  Karma seemed to rally his every desire to live and proceeded to blow our expectations and hopes out of the water.  Karma tried hard to understand the way he was treated in the past had no reflection on the humanity surrounding him now.  He even taught a summer of pony camp one year.  His wish, though was to be allowed FREEDOM and a friend.  We granted this wish and Abraham was brought this fine pony.  For many years the two were inseparable.  The quality of life is paramount to us and Karma got his every dream.  We had to allow our beloved Karma-Snugglebunny to cross the bridge recently after a 4 day fight to live.  At almost 30, he still found too much pleasure here to want to pass.   Karma leaves behind an absolutely distraught Abraham and a hole in our hearts. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.  Love leaves a memory no one can steal.  Once again, we thank God for allowing us to give this precious, abused pony a really good and happy life with us.  He crossed that bridge knowing without a doubt he had been cherished on earth.

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Penny

Born "Doug's Glory" in 1999, our sweet Penny faced nothing but continual betrayal by humanity. From racetrack to grave,  all the way to the homestretch of her life she bore the effects of a self centered society.  Rescued from a contracted slaughter buyer at the age of 7, rehabilitated over the course of a year and contractually adopted into what was meant to be a 'forever' home.  A lesson was learned by all of us here at Amaryllis.  Never, ever believe a human being.  The verbal constant "What a wonderful girl, she has just 'blossomed', is SO loved....etc" was bought by me.  She was in a public boarding barn after all and a dozen 'owners' frequented.  Who wouldn't speak up for a voiceless animal if need be?  Apparently no one.

because this is Penny as we found her and brought her home.

Dr. La Croix, the eye surgeon made a special trip out right away to assess Penny.  The results were horrifying.  What could have simply been removed from her eye when it first appeared, had now spread throughout her lymph system rendering her inoperable.  At 11 yrs old. Safe, smart, incredibly kind, sound, sweet Penny faced certain death.

For three months, Penny ate like there was no tomorrow.  She enjoyed the phenomenal courtship of Captain Jack Sparrow.  She was groomed constantly and hugged until she believed she was in deed loved.

Penny crossed the Rainbow Bridge when she said herself that it was time.

The fate of all who silently watched her torture?  Well, that is decided upon by God.  There is a special place in hell, no doubt and there are only other humans there.

Sir Galahad

I can only say this.  Royalty on hooves walks in Heaven this day.

Red

Red helped me start the educational part of the rescue.  On his back our rescue was carried for 2 years.  When his chance came to get a great, private home, we gave him the honor. 

Without Red, Amaryllis would have failed in it's first year.  I am on my knees in gratitude to this magnificent horse, as is his family of the past 3 years and every horse that was able to enter the safety of Amaryllis because he caused it to thrive.

Take care of my mom, Redman

In memory of a soul loved by you, please give comfort to a soul in urgent need. Our senior, special needs and visually impaired horses need support.  A donation for our sanctuary horses means safety, security, love and the best care will always be available for them.

We cannot do this alone.