I have so many. Mario and I shared lots of moments together.
When he first started working for me years ago he had never been around a lot of animals. That soon changed. He didn't hesitate to work with my Clydesdales despite their size. They respected him. He showed them a great deal of love and they responded to it. Lots of great memories and also some sad. Mario was there for me when I called him at 12am in the morning needing help to pull a foal out of the mamma because the foal was too big. He was there for me when I had to make the difficult decision to have a horse put down. We cried together many times.
Funny memory I have is coming home and Mario telling me he fell in the mud pushing the wheelbarrow full of manure to the pile after a big rain.
He was a part of our family. When we would go out of town I could ask Mario to take care of things at the house and I knew that everything would be fine when we returned. I remember a time while we were away one of my mares became ill. Mario filled the syringe with medication and give her the shot, called the vet, and stayed with her until he knew she was going to be fine.
He always told me that I was one of the strongest women he knew. Right now I don't feel strong. When I would be feeling down I knew he was there for me giving me encouragement and support that it was going to be alright. His hugs meant so much to me.
I have so many memories over the years, too many to list. When I think of Mario he still puts a smile on my face.
Words can't express how much I am going to miss him. He was so special to me. I know he is with his beloved Grandma and watching over my critters who have passed over the Rainbow Bridge. Mario, till we meet again, I love you forever and always.
Love, Linda