Lemaye Equine, Arabians

Lemaye Initial Impress - 'Ellie"

River Oak Imprint x Taradale Siena

18 December 2006 - 8 May 2007

The world wasn't ready for her. An absolutely exquisite foal. Just look at that head.

The biggest heart, and a personality that kept you smiling. We did everything we could, but it was not enough.

Your time here was short, but your life here was full. We made sure you were happy and had the best paddock, and the best shoulder scratches.

You taught us a lot, things that could not be learnt in ten years of breeding. Your mum loved you - you were very lucky to have her as your mum. She misses you, but we will look after her.

Don't bite the foals up there, you will need them as your mates. Run as fast as you can - nothing can hurt you now.

We love you, and you will be forever remembered.

We thank Ray and Kerry Smith for all their help, knowledge and support.

We are forever grateful to Marie Hutchison - who was a pillar of strength from Day One, and continues to be amazing.

Karen White of Ellenbank Welsh Ponies, you are a very special friend.

Liz, Ally and Eliza - I know little Ellie taught you a lot as well, and I know you loved her.

Kate, you captured Ellie in photographs in a way that I can never forget her.

Thank you. xo xo

"Eyes of an incredible soul"

When Ellie's passing was announced, the thoughts poured in, showing just how many people she touched. A truly amazing little filly.

"Travel safe little Ellie."

"She was such a special little girl, I'm so sorry"

"She was gorgeous you know god only takes the best and she sure looked like one of them. now you have memories of a stunning baby. its better to have had then to never had at all. thinking of you."

"we are all standing beside you holding your hand and we all know your pain.. I hope that you don't hurt for too long..... "

"God allows the divine to touch this earth for too short a time. But for that time her light touched your lives. Rest In Peace Ellie back among the angels."

"They are so fragile and yet they still steal our hearts."

"I am so sorry, to lose a beloved one is hard enough, to lose a long planned for, precious beloved baby............."

"I know how much you would be hurting right now. Ellie was a treasure and the most stunning foal i have seen in years. Know that she touched many lives and will be remembered by many who never met her in real life."

"i have been besotted with little ellie from the first photo i ever saw of her.. She was an angel and so she must fly. You need to be congratulated for the care and commitment you have given her over the past 5 months"

"I lost it as soon as I saw Kate's photo - oh those eyes they truly are windows to an incredible soul. My heart aches for you - may she rest in peace and forever watch over and guide you. I commend you for your overwhelming strength and unconditional love in all you did for Ellie over her short life."

"She was so full of life that I'm finding it hard to believe she's gone."