Damo Update: Lessons of Poise and Possibility Through Injury

"There is an enormous freedom and joy in living a life in the context of possibility. Living in time (past, present, future) is appropriate to an “in order to,” to “getting to” some place—to becoming; living in possibility is appropriate to being. It’s not that it’s magical, but it is magic—a place where magic can evidence itself." ~Jerry Baden

Thank you all SO much for all of your support, possibility and positive energy around Damo's lameness. I thought I would write a quick update to share where we are at now :). She is only VERY slightly off on her LF.... The first and lowest nerve block did not produce soundness, the second nerve block did.... Which indicates something in the Pastern area. Radiographs of the area are in my amazing vets words "Actually, her joints looked extremely clean for a horse of any age, let alone an 18 year old!"

So! We are now proceeding with ultrasounds of the area that she blocked to, to assess for possible soft tissue damage, tendons, ligaments, etc.... And we will know more soon.

My little superstar is as always being her regal, poised, and amazing self .... And Dr. Harris of Centennial Equine Sports Medicine said, "BTW, she was the best-behaved horse I’ve worked on all month!! Thank you for that!!" What a huge compliment. 

The quote at the beginning is meant to continue to inspire me to live in the land of possibility :). Knowing that positive energy effects outcomes! Thank you all for your love and support for Miss Damo :). She continues to teach me lessons of living in the now, and the poise and grace with which we can choose to carry ourselves through all situations. 

I can not thank Dr. Harris, Maree Steeart, and Debbie and Don at 4DS Ranch, Jeannie Parkinson, and everyone else who has helped us during this most recent adventure. The outpouring of support and encouragement at the Parelli Summit was almost too much to bear at times. Thank you all.... And please continue to send your best healing energy to Miss Damo.