Reducing

I've actually done what I set out to do, which was reduce numbers.
Kai left today along with the mini Oakley. Its bittersweet.  As much as I know I have to do this, it still isn't easy. Its just time. I have friends that are being very supportive and have made it much easier for me to do this. The choices are hard.
Bella went to a veterinarian to be in a breeding program,  kai will become a nice trail horse, Tootsie is going back to Jennifer and Jess is all excited and Jennifer is excited about having a baby out of her.
I'm tired of people dicking me around about the horses I have for sale. Technically I have 4 more to sell. Lacey, Rebel and Whisper and Ice. Lacey will probably stay here, she's 15 years old in a few days. Rebel will probably end up staying too. I'm about ready to take the listing down for Whisper, everyone wants something for nothing. Ice I will sell. I'd like to sell 2 more minis but that's not looking like it will happen, and honestly the minis are my cheapest to keep.
This is the first time I've been below 20 horses in years. Mixed emotions.  I was going to sell Pistol but I just can't.  He twists his head playfully when he sees me, I've raised him since he was 3 months old and I can't do it. I hope we can get to our riding and bond. I hope Peaches and I can do the same this summer.