What’s Your Preference?

FromtheBackofaHorse · #1 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:10 AM

Glenn, our friend and boarder, has another friend named Vince that has stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Vince lives in CA and got into horses about 6 years ago, I think. One of his things on his bucket list is to ride the Colorado Rockies before he can't. Yesterday, we did that with him.

We went to Big Elk Meadows near Estes Park. Gorgeous area and it was like we had ordered the day. Just perfect weather. In fact, I commented to Vince, "We ordered this day, just for you"

Vince is out front, leading the way.

One of Vince's high school buddies that wanted to share his day.

I cried during this ride. He is a dying man but still a happy man.

gottasnap · #2 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:25 AM

I am sure this was a wonderful ride and wonderful way to celebrate life. And you got some beautiful shots to share with him.

fstopMike · #3 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:28 AM

What a priviledge to go on a ride like this. I'm sure it was a very rewarding time to be able to give Vince the opportunity to cross this one off his bucket list and a day you'll never forget

pjflan7 · #4 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:29 AM

fantastic thing to do for this man.....Good for him to be able to do this......Looks like a camera bag on the saddle......did he take pictures too?

toyvlle · #5 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:35 AM

Your photos are so touching, I am so glad that you got a beautiful, perfect day for this ride. You will treasure these always.

Hayward Taylor · #6 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 01:55 AM

Hi Deb - what a glorious thing to do .. a tribute he will take with him .. I am proud of you ..

Up North Photos · #7 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 02:27 AM

I feel sad for you but i also feel prvilidged to know you. You have such a kind heart and long welcoming arms. Thanks for being there for Vince. He needs people like you right now.

FromtheBackofaHorse · #8 (**permalink**) 10-05-2009, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Up North Photos

I feel sad for you but i also feel prvilidged to know you. You have such a kind heart and long welcoming arms. Thanks for being there for Vince. He needs people like you right now.

If anyone had met this man, they would be in awe. He was a true inspiration of how you need to live life, even to the end. I hope when it is my time, I handle it with such grace.