James Hale "Back in the Saddle"
Tuesday, December 3, 2002
The James Hale family had a great deal to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. James is recovering very well from injuries sustained after being kicked in
the face by a horse at the Alabama Charity Championship Horse Show in
October. Following reconstructive surgery, James is happily "back in the
saddle" and has resumed all of his regular activities. He will have a follow
up surgery in April, 2003 to make a few additional corrections.
The Hales would like to thank everyone in the saddlebred family for their
concern, support and thoughtfulness. "People who I thought were too 'big
time' to be worried about me picked up the phone and called or sent me a
note. Many trainers - some from over 500 miles away - offered to come work
our horses. Several who had sustained similar injuries offered words of
encouragement - often at times when I needed it most. Friends sent food,
helped Jackie in the barn, even offered to cut the grass," said James. "I
have been overwhelmed with the tremendous response - I just didn't know I had
so many friends."
James and Jackie wish everyone an extra special Holiday Season, as it will
surely be one for them. They hope you will come visit them in person, or
online, at www.jameshalestables.com.
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