Beltmann Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 As many of you know, my younger brother Anthony was killed last November in a car crash. He was 18 years old. At the time many of you sent many wonderful letters to me and my family, and many of you also donated money to help my parents purchase a training horse in my brother's honor. He loved riding horses, and our family felt that investing in a living creature that would be used to teach others how to ride would be a perfect tribute. After many months of searching (and several deals that fell through), my parents finally settled on a horse. He is named Anthony's Apple. As promised, I've posted a picture below. (In blue is my mother, in red is my wife, and the phantom arms belong to my stepfather. The waving rider is my daughter Kael, who just turned two last month and is enjoying her very first ride.) Deepest thanks to all of you who expressed such warm compassion to me and my family when we needed it. None of us have forgotten how special this community is. Eric Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 That's an amazing tribute, and he's such a beautiful horse. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
anodyne Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 such a loving tribute. words fail me, but your family has done something wonderful and moving. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 the horse is beautiful. what a sweet way to remember your brother Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Edie Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Eric -- what he said ^^ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Gorgeous horse, and your little sweetie, Kael, is an adorable rider. Eric, what a beautiful gift you all gave to your community to honor your brother. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spawn's dad Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 that's awesome Eric Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 A fine tribute indeed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
froggie Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 cool picture and excellent tribute, eric.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Preferred B Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 Wonderful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Reni Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 I am so glad you posted this.....it has brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing this beautiful news and the photo..... Much love to you and your family!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
awatt Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 A great tribute. My best to you and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Basil II Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 I am so glad you posted this.....it has brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing this beautiful news and the photo..... Much love to you and your family!! What she said.....Your brother must have been truly an outstanding person. -Robert. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hodie Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 Nice nice beautiful. Thank you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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mountain bed Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 Deepest thanks to all of you who expressed such warm compassion to me and my family when we needed it. None of us have forgotten how special this community is. EricThe reason this community is so wonderful is primarily because of people like you Eric & your family A truly special tribute...and my warmest regards to all in the Beltman clan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
j4lackey Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 That is really cool. I bet it feels good. I'm glad for you, brother. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 thanks for posting this. I think about your brother from time to time even though I never met him. I was with a friend this past week who also lost her brother way too young in an auto accident. There is no way to get over this. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gobias Industries Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Especially touching. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MrRain422 Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 A very creative and touching tribute. And your daughter really could not look happier. Thanks for posting this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Thanks for sharing Eric. What a great way to help keep your brother's spirit around you all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Peel Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Thanks for sharing, Eric. I think about you guys a lot, too. I'm glad this all finally came together. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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