Yesterday was a wonderful day. The Boyz have a new sister. She’s a BLM beauty and we’ve named her Gracie. ♥
Because I’m still weirdly emotional over Fergus’s death and 7MSN’s Carson was there with us, I asked her to tell the story. I hope you don’t mind.
August 19, 2011 at 4:25 am
What a surprise! She’s so absolutely beautiful. I can’t wait to read the story. We’re all emotional over Fergus’ death, and here is some great joy to share.
August 19, 2011 at 4:42 am
Justina, I´m so happy to know Miss Gracie at Morning Bray Farm. Big welcome hug to her!
August 19, 2011 at 5:17 am
Congrats on your new baby. She is beautiful and lucky to have you as her new parents. Look out big brothers.
August 19, 2011 at 5:23 am
I had to read her blog twice this morning, and I cried both times!
Love her name, love the story, and am still crying happy tears.
(Couldn’t believe she helped herself through the fence to say Hi to the boys!)
Congratulations to Morning Bray. She did land in Heaven on Earth, and Fergus is looking down at the plan he orchestrated. I’m sure he’s giving a happy bray in Heaven saying “Look, everyone…come gather around and take a peek at what I started!”
August 19, 2011 at 5:24 am
Better run into town and get supplies for Paco treats…you’re gonna need ‘em!
August 19, 2011 at 5:25 am
She is gorgeous. What a lucky girl you are Miss Gracie and oh those boys…..they won’t know what hit them. They have their own lady to watch over. Welcome home sweetheart.
August 19, 2011 at 5:35 am
I believe that Gracie is aptly named, and I believe she’s your little Healer Girl come to you.
August 19, 2011 at 5:40 am
OH BOY A little spice in the boyz life
If she is easy going, work with her with Nigel near. Might rub off on him.
August 19, 2011 at 5:48 am
Oh she’s beautiful!!!!! And you’re not weirdly emotional, you’re still grieving and it’s NORMAL, dear J.
August 19, 2011 at 5:58 am
Gracie is absolutely gorgeous. I’m so glad you found each other. And Carson did an amazing job telling the story, don’t you think?
xo
August 19, 2011 at 6:07 am
What wonderful news! I’m so very happy for all of you — it looks like a take-charge older woman may be just what the boyz need! (But I’m a wee bit worried about her total lack of regard for fences.) I send everyone at MBF my love and best wishes on this VERY happy day!!!
August 19, 2011 at 6:08 am
Carson did a beautiful job of documenting this truly lovely story. You guys keep me going on so many good levels.
It’s grace that gets us through the hard stuff. Perfect name.
August 19, 2011 at 6:10 am
She’s lovely! Hopping over to 7MSN now….
August 19, 2011 at 6:18 am
Yay!!! Good for you for opening your heart again so quickly. Sounds like you found another strong character–you seem to have a knack for that.
Enjoy, enjoy!
August 19, 2011 at 6:40 am
I just wanna say I cried happy tears when I read Linda’s post. I also wanna say that “weirdly” emotional is not possible. If you weren’t still emotional over Fergus….now that would be weird in my mind….. Glad you have a friend that can help you tell the story!
Gracie is beautiful….
August 19, 2011 at 6:46 am
This is fab. u. lous!!! Welcome to Gracie! Looks like she and the boyz will be quite happy together. I hope she will help fill the hole left by Fergus.
August 19, 2011 at 7:02 am
Oh! She is beautiful! And there’s nothing weird about being emotional. (((hugs)))
August 19, 2011 at 7:09 am
There is always a place in our hearts for our family who is gone. There is always room for one more to love. Nigel’s expressions in the photos are absolutely priceless. Happy for all of you:-))
August 19, 2011 at 7:11 am
Ok, just back from Carsons- lovely post and photos! How sweet that she wasted no time in joining the herd. I think Ellesworth looked a little suprised!
August 19, 2011 at 7:12 am
Gracie looks beautiful! She will be very happy in Morning Bray Farm.
August 19, 2011 at 7:19 am
Welcome Miss Gracie. Aunt Carson told me all about you. I am sooo happy for Justina and Don. Canno wait to get to know you better. Happy happy tears I have.
August 19, 2011 at 7:31 am
We don’t mind. We are thrilled to hear your news!!!!
August 19, 2011 at 7:36 am
She is beautiful. Welcome home Gracie…
There’s nothing weird about the emotions around Fergus. It’s so hard to lose a family member.
August 19, 2011 at 7:43 am
I cried when I read her story over at 7MSN. But they were happy tears. She is absolutely beautiful! Just what the doctor ordered.
August 19, 2011 at 7:52 am
She’s gorgeous!! Should have the boys all doeting on her in no time. I can totally relate to the weirdly emotional. They say crying is good, so sounds like you are doing really good!
August 19, 2011 at 8:06 am
I was so glad Carson titled her post “no burro left behind”………
So glad it was happy stories all around!
SO glad that Gracie has come home! Something tells me she may be the perfect heart mender.
Hooray!
August 19, 2011 at 8:23 am
Congratulations – I love the story and photos on Carson’s blog, and can’t wait to hear more of Gracie’s adventures at MBF. Sounds like you got yourself one mighty confident – and possibly very mischievous – burro!
August 19, 2011 at 8:24 am
Just read her story at 7MSN. Wonderful. I love happy endings.
Lynda in Michigan.
August 19, 2011 at 8:32 am
The story is wonderful. Gracie is fortunate, indeed!
August 19, 2011 at 8:47 am
Of course we don’t mind, Justina. Carson told the story beautifully, as always, and we understand about Fergus. Most of us readers were crying, with (bittersweet) happiness, for you and for that lucky, lucky Gracie. Good name, by the way. I can’t wait to hear what happens next!
August 19, 2011 at 8:49 am
Congratulations to Justina, Don, the Boyz and Miss Gracie! Gracie looks like once she got out of the trailer and to Morning Bray, she knew she was home. That little girl has no idea how much love and attention she will be getting.
August 19, 2011 at 8:55 am
As I said on Carson’s blog, tears are flowing into my coffee cup right now! Gracie is beautiful and so are you & Don for being such wonderful people and opening up your home. God Bless.
August 19, 2011 at 9:02 am
Happy tears. (((sigh))) She’s beautiful, but you know that already.
August 19, 2011 at 10:13 am
Gorgeous Gracie. Welcome to your forever home.
August 19, 2011 at 10:36 am
Congrats on your new little girl. More love to go around for all.
August 19, 2011 at 11:14 am
Welcome home beautiful Gracie. You are alreading bringing joy to your new family.
August 19, 2011 at 11:36 am
Gracie won the lotto!!
August 19, 2011 at 11:49 am
Gracie, you just landed in the pot at the end of the rainbow………you are indeed a graceful and beautiful girl
August 19, 2011 at 12:27 pm
Beautiful Gracie. I’m headed over to 7MSN to read your story.
August 19, 2011 at 1:10 pm
Happy ending to a sweet story. Congratulations!
August 19, 2011 at 3:12 pm
Well, there you go again. You, Carson and the donks have made me cry to sobbing once again. Such a wonderful friend you have in Auntie Linda and it’s a good thing to rely on friends when ya need them. There is nothing wierd about grief….it just is what it is. Hard.
Maybe a little dose of sunshine in the form of a very smart, willful and gorgeous girl donk is just what was ordered for MBF..can’t wait to meet her. Welcome Gracie.
August 19, 2011 at 3:14 pm
I saw Gracie’s story at 7MSN, she is the sweetest looking burro. She is truly an angel in burro’s clothing. I’m so glad she gets to be cherished for the rest of her life.
August 19, 2011 at 5:52 pm
Yes, I read about Fergie awhile back and I was so sad. 7MSN did a great post and now I am a follower of you as well. Gracie is quite a find
August 19, 2011 at 6:39 pm
I left a comment on Linda’s website, too. Just have to say Miss Gracie is one lucky gal and no doubt she will rule the roost at Morning Bray! Justina and Don, you two have once again proven what wonderful, genuine, animal-loving people you are. Hugs to you all!
August 19, 2011 at 8:03 pm
I just discovered you from 7MSN whom I’ve been following for a bit and totally love her posts. And now, I’ll be hanging around here as well! You are wonderful caring animal lovers and we need many many more like you both!
August 20, 2011 at 6:46 am
Congrats! Gracie will fill a little of that hole in your heart. She obviously knows she belongs with you guys.
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August 20, 2011 at 7:37 am
Welcome Sweet Gracie!! Congrats to you, Don, and all the boys. xoxo
August 20, 2011 at 1:04 pm
Nothing weird about it. We all understand that you need time to mourn, and to be allowed to do so in your own way for however long it takes, especially considering that your dear Fergus left so suddenly and unexpectedly.
I’m glad to see that your loss hasn’t prevented you from welcoming a new family member. Gracie, you lucky girl you, I look forward to getting to know you on these pages <3
August 20, 2011 at 1:16 pm
Wonderful news! Congratulations, and a hearty “welcome home” to Gracie.