| |
A well-respected
performance mare, It’s Easter Sunday, owned and
loved by Debbie Scott of Fair Grove, Mo. was
humanely laid to rest on Aug. 1 in center ring at
Debbie's Meadowview Stables.
Starting her show
career under the direction of Jackie McConnell,
“Easter” found her way to Southwest Missouri and
into Scott’s heart as a four-year-old. Together,
they spent countless hours and developed a show ring
presence that was always crowd-pleasing in amateur
specialty competition. Following the Jackson, Mo.
show in May, Easter experienced major head and eye
trauma. After two months of treatment and care at
home under the expert care of Dr. Jim Joyce, it
became clear that Easter could not overcome the
injuries she had sustained.
To many a spectator, greatness in a
horse is measured through world championships,
victory passes and offspring. To those of us who
experience that special bond with our equine
partners, greatness is achieved through a shared
connection from the heart. It’s Easter Sunday
provided that connection for Scott and others who
had the privilege of working with her and watching
her perform. Her presence in the ring and at the
barn will be missed.
|
|
