Jerry left me 03/18/2008 for greener pastures after over a year of battling cancer.  He leaves behind precious memories, a foundation for my dreams, a love for his family and a legacy of stories.

My heart is forever broken, my life forever changed because him.  We shared so much together, he always held me up and gave me his all.
 
In the end, in his suffering, he once again showed he was my knight in shining armor as he took his failing body and galliantly fought to get on the tractor one last time just 4 days before his death to help ME, yet again as I laid my sweet Australian Shepherd, Chase to rest.  He gave me his ever last ounce of love and life--to help me.
 

Since we knew that Jerry had a limited amount of time, we were blessed withthe knowledge and time to Love each other , like it was the last day of our lives. Our song.. http://music.aol.com/video/last-day-of-my-life-sessions/phil-vassar/2029766
 
On March 23, Doc Zips Rebel Chip lost his battle with a believed form of rhino that got into his kidneys.  He died at home.....I believe the angels came to take him to carry Jerry through the greener pastures.  Jerry said recently and often how he looked forward to riding Rebel thi summer.  Now they are riding high together with old Chase by their side.
 
While life has been tough this March 2008--I believe that all things happen for a reason.  I know that I enjoyed my time with all my loved ones that have departed so suddenly.  I know that they loved me and they will forever be part of my life.  All these things have shaped who I am and where I am going.  I know that horses and dogs will forever be part of my life and I look forward to 2008 and seeing all the 'miracles' the Good Lord has in store for me.  HE has a plan and I intend on finding that path. 
 
God Bless you all for your support, prayers and thoughts.  My friends far and wide, from coast to coast and continent to continent have supported me with their love and compassion.  THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME THROUGH.
 
Jerry had wished that his special mare, Halley (IAHA mare Ravenwood Hallelujah), be offered for sale--because she deserves to continue her career as a riding mount.  She was ridden often and moves brilliantly.  Therefore, I have decided to maintain his wish and she remains up for sale.
 
After losing "Rebel" , I have decided to eliminated the purebred AQHA horse from my program, therefore HOLLYWOOD TABOO is offered for sale.  She is due to foal the first part of April.  I am undecided as to if this foal will be for sale.  FREE Board on either mare is offered until they have weaned their foals.
 
Please check back to see our wonderful, highly anticipated foal crop for 2008.  Jerry and Rebel will be so proud--as am I.
 
Cherie Lonas
Chase N It Farm

BENEFIT AUCTION TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR JERRY'S FIGHT OF LUNG CANCER
CLICK HERE
From Rapid City, South Dakota--the Black Hills, Home of Mt. Rushmore,
 
Chase N It Farm can offer YOU--truth, quality, friendship and dreams!  We love to share our experiences and goals.  If you have questions or kind comments --we love to hear from you!  If you have a gripe about what we do, who we associate with or how we do it--we rather not hear from you!
 
We love our horses and dogs and take pride in presenting them--we enjoy friendships and card games, trail riding and pasture racing, foal and puppy kisses, God and prayers, SMILING and LAUGHING!!!..............
 
WE ENJOY HAPPY PEOPLE and We invite you to STOP BY!
Whining and Griping is not tolerated at Chase N It Farm--so bring a good attitude and a smile and come on over for some coffee and tails..........I mean..........well TAILS!

FUR on the FURNITURE!
SMILES!
Cherie & Jerry and Clan
Chase N It Farm
 
PS--I am sure someone will point out the spelling on the word tails.........as in puppy dog tails and horsey tails--a pun INTENDED on the correct Dictionary term of TALE, as in Fairy Tale--noun
1. a story, usually for children, about elves, hobgoblins, dragons, fairies, or other magical creatures.
2. an incredible or misleading statement, account, or belief: His story of being a millionaire is just a fairy tale.
ARE YOU LAUGHING YET?  laughing.gif