The day my dog died I burst out crying in the dog park while I was with my other dog. Some lady was like, “do you need a hug?” I was like “n,n,n,o,o,o,o,o th,th,thank y-ou” as I recoiled at the thought

I don’t know why the hostility. I’ve never been a drinker and I’m so stoked bars and restaurants are finally including non alcoholic options. It always seems so stupid to me not to at least think of pregnant women or designated drivers at the very least.

I tried one just yesterday it taste exactly like the blueberry muffins you get at a gas station or on an airplane. Sooooo if that’s your jam then you might like it? My friend thought it was awesome I had instant regret

The city was so fun back then. Alcatraz and Wah Wah Hut and Disco sushi on A.

More? Are you new to the city?

I had just moved to NY and my parents were visiting. I wanted to take them to a cafe on St.Marks. Rounded the bend and there was some huge riot turned them around and steered them to was it the Time cafe on Ave B and 10th?

I really try to stay out of the carriage horse debate because overwhelming the people against have literally no knowledge of horses. Most people don’t realize what goes into caring for a horse that can potentially live 30-40 years. They don’t realize how many carriage horses would have otherwise been sold at auction for a gruesome end on a truck to Mexico to be disposed of as meat. I’m happy to see horses in an easy job with people advocating for them who get regular vet checks. The carriage horses I’ve seen have all been in good weight with their feet trimmed. This guy looked skinny but older horses just like older dogs often have a hard time keeping weight on. If there’s an industry to go after it would be the racing industry which actually produces more horses that then need care when their careers are over in racing. The other evil horse industry I’d like to see shut down because it churns out more horses that need homes is the Premarin mares. People actually think they breed horses to pull carriages in the park which is the opposite of what happens. Working as a carriage horse actually saves a lot of horses that would otherwise be thrown away.

He had EPM which is a neurological disorder cause by a parasite opossums carry. The opossums spread it if they get into the horses feed which can be difficult to prevent. The disease is hard to treat and also hard to diagnose. My friends horse got it and it was terrible. The horse collapsed and she got hurt. It can kind of lurk in their systems for a while without any symptoms showing.

“Ryder collapsed on a street in Hell's Kitchen on August 10th. The responding veterinarian in the city diagnosed him with EPM, a neurological disease caused by a parasite transmitted by possums and raccoons. Subsequent blood tests revealed a low white-cell blood count. According to Ryder’s former owner, Ryder was purchased earlier this year after his owner in Amish country no longer wanted him…He was brought to a New York animal sanctuary and then to the Cornell Equine Hospital for further evaluation and treatment where he spent many days. During his time at Cornell, Ryder was cared for by a team of veterinary professionals but was diagnosed with a variety of serious medical conditions that ultimately required him to be humanely euthanized. A necropsy is being performed on the horse. Details regarding the specific conditions are not being released at this time due to an ongoing investigation by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office.”

NYC Carriage Horse Ryder’s New Owner: “Many people don't know that I was fortunate enough to care for Ryder these last two months. When I saw his video I reached out and offered him a home. I wasn't thinking about anything but giving him a soft landing. The things that have happened since that day have been so awakening and I will be forever grateful for the lessons I have learned and the friendships I have made. I had many people's support and help. People came together in support of Ryder, those are the people that deserve to know that he was humanly euthanized. Ryder was diagnosed with a terminal illness and nothing could prevent the outcome. He was seen by many veterinarians. In spite of being accused of many things I have not kept quiet with malicious intent. Ryder was and is part of a criminal investigation. I do feel that people deserve answers and in time I'm sure that more will be released. I do not want to interfere with the DA investigation. I'm truly devastated by his loss. He was an amazing horse that deserved more time to enjoy his retirement. He was happy, had friends and a peace about him that we can all hope to have one day. Today as I looked at his pasture I again felt the pain and again wished he had more time. That is something that we have no control over. We do have control over how we treat each others and the gifts we are given in our lives. So please try to stay grateful and treat people as you want to be treated. Give people the benefit of the doubt. Don't believe everything you read. Treat people as individuals, there is good and bad in everything. Please do not make this post about any controversy, please just say a prayer for Ryder and other horses in need.”

“We are very saddened to learn of Ryder’s passing. We know that he received the best of care with his new owner and veterinary team at Cornell. We’re sorry that at the end of Ryder’s long life, he did not get to enjoy more of his retirement. Even though we only knew him a short time, Ryder touched our lives in so many ways. Thanks to him, we have initiated new veterinary and safety protocols and made significant steps towards the union’s HEART platform. Ryder has positively impacted carriage horse welfare and brought our carriage community together. Our condolences to all of his connections and everyone who knew him, even for a moment.”

I have fond memories hunting for a place via the Village Voice. Those were the days!