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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

can anyone believe that Rafer Johnson is 8 years old???



I don't know how this sweet and handsome donkey has grown to be 8 years old but he has. We served apples and carrots and watermelon slices for his party and a good time was had by all.

Rafer, we love you! You're amazing.
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8 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 21, 2015 at 12:31:00 PM EST

    He's a lovely fellow. How did he get his name?

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  2. Grey Horse MattersJuly 21, 2015 at 1:55:00 PM EST

    Happy Birthday handsome! I can't believe it's 8 years already. I remember when he came to live with you.time flies....

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  3. billieJuly 21, 2015 at 4:37:00 PM EST

    Arlene, time does fly. I still think of Rafer as a youngling. :)

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  4. billieJuly 21, 2015 at 4:41:00 PM EST

    Kate, his mom Contessa started giving birth in the pasture and Rafer was emerging as they led her (quickly) to the nursery stall. Rafer Johnson was a wonderful Olympic athletic runner so they named Rafer because he was "running before his feet even hit the ground."

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  5. AnonymousJuly 21, 2015 at 5:19:00 PM EST

    Billie, firstly, I too can hardly believe Rafer Johnson is EIGHT years old. Secondly, I am so proud of you for remembering EXACTLY how he got his name!

    Marty

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  6. billieJuly 21, 2015 at 11:16:00 PM EST

    Marty, I love how you and Ken chose such wonderful and special names for each donkey and I won't ever forget Rafer's story. :)

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  7. MatthewJuly 23, 2015 at 5:26:00 PM EST

    Rafer - the sweetest 8-year-old donkey around. I love it when he gives me a donkey hug!

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  8. billieJuly 23, 2015 at 10:25:00 PM EST

    He's the best 8-year old donkey in the world!

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