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REST EASY NOW, COSTA
Sadly, on Tuesday March 5th, we lost a very loved and important part of our team, Costa.
It appears he may have been bitten by a snake, but he seems to of went very suddenly and without any sign of struggle. He had whinnied at us over the fence (as he did when he wanted food or attention), while we got in the car to take Estella to the park for lunch and arrived home 1.5hrs later to see the horses all hovering over him. He sadly had already crossed the rainbow bridge.
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We will continue on, but I'm not sure I've processed it properly yet. We know that so many of you have had wonderful times with Costa and we would love for you to share your fondest memories of him here on our page, in the comments or by tagging us in your posts/stories. We want to remember all the wonderful times he gave us! Words can’t describe how much we’ll miss him!
We are forever grateful for Costa's time with us, but saddened it wasn't longer. I feel utterly helpless and left wondering why our beautiful Costie was taken so soon. How can life be so cruel!?
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Rest Easy up there Costie. May you get all the carrots (and vegemite) that you can eat. I hope you're up there pig rooting and causing mischief. I'm going to really miss your girly whinny at the gate each morning and afternoon.
Please watch over us.
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Till we meet again.
- Kaylee
ABBOTSFORD PARK INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT
Your coach at Abbotsford Park is a passionate horse lover. Kaylee has been slowly developing her coaching skills over the past several years since retiring from the Horse Racing Industry in 2020. Kaylee is certified in Animal Communication and enjoys connecting with her horses on a deeper energy level. She is keen to continue her education and share her knowledge with her students. Kaylee's passion lies in classical dressage, rehabilitation and developing a strong connection with the horse, while focusing on the horses natural balance and correct movement. Kaylee has attended many dressage judging seminars and clinics including classical dressage and liberty clinics, to help expand her knowledge. Kaylee is enjoying learning to ride her off the track thoroughbred Kevin, at liberty.
Kaylee's friendly, "go at your own pace" approach to coaching makes her the perfect choice for teaching children and adults, particularly those who struggle with confidence and anxiety and those looking for a deeper connection with horses.
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Kaylee has proved that there is so much more to horses and riding than you’d think! She is an amazing and comforting instructor, I’ve never met someone with so much knowledge and care for both horses and students! Abbotsford is like a second family, everyone out there is so lovely and you’ll always feel welcomed! I know that whenever I’m there, I never want to leave!
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Codie Nicol