Wow, what a turn out. 58 people came to help us celebrate on April 29th, 2007 for Bart's 30th Birthday. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a very special day for a very special horse. Bart was presented with many special gifts, alfalfa hay, apples, bucket, lead rope, cards & apple flavored treats. Pork & Hambuger patties, potato salad, cake & beverages were provided. This was an awesome opportunity that I will never forget. Thank you.. Don't let anyone ever tell you its nuts to throw a birthday party for a horse, I was glad to bring everyone together again and maybe we will do it again some day. |
In the photo are the family in which my parents purchased Bart from nearly 22 years ago. The Houk family from Dows, IA. Jennifer, in the green showed Bart very well before sending him on to more showing with me. Next to her is her sister Jolene, Mom, Marilyn & Dad Raymond. I am in peach with my parents Dwayne & Butch Draper. |
Bouncy Bart. Foaled Feb 4th 1976 Sired by Speedy Bart Dam: Bouncy Daisy My father purchased Bart for me in 1985. My mom & dad drove me everywhere with Bart & I couldn't be prouder of Bart & all that we have accomplished. All his trophies are displayed at all times. Bart, my father, mother & all the brides mades escorted me up the isle, made of straw at Paul & I's wedding in 2000. |
See Below for Picture & info about Bart's 30 Birthday party |
When I see the saying about being blessed to have that 1 lucky horse, I think of this one the most. He built me and I couldn't have been luckier to have him in my life. Bart started having some type of neurological problem in the summer of 2009 and in February of 2010 I had to let go of my best friend. It is a day I will never forget, but I could no longer see him in pain, no matter how much he tried to hide it. Even up until that last moment, he tried to act like there was nothing wrong. Life has never been the same without him and I have tried to build relationships since, but nothing compares to that 1st horse that understands you and watches you grow up, get a job, place of your own and even carries you down the isle. I am truly blessed to have had this experience and embrace it. I will carry him in my heart forever. |