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Monster Monster

· By Robert L. Banner · From pages 40, 41 of the print edition

Say a prayer for all good horses, today. Today, I have to say goodbye to Monster Monster a favorite owner-rider timber horse that carried me to victory and all the fun I could handle. I spent some of the most magical moments in my life on top of him. We saw it all together. I may have owned better, but none ever had his verve, determination and personality. He was one of the most generous horses I've ever known. 23 years ago, he came to live and train with me. Today, at age 30, I must say goodbye to my friend. Godspeed Monster Monster. I don't know where good horses go, but I pray to end up there with him.