Looking over the Fence

Looking over the fence, was the first time I looked upon your face

Sunlight glowing from your coat, head held high,  full of grace with ears alert

Muscles rippled as you moved, your gait strong, steady and smooth

An anxious whinney, a knowing look,  you knew that dinner time was almost ready

Fresh spring grass has it's appeal, but nothing tastes like a hard meal

Sugar beet, soaked of course, warm smelling oats, for the main course

Dessert comes in the form of hay, sweet smelling of timothy and clover

A warm bed for the evening, fresh water and shelter until day time comes around

I remember seeing you standing tall, majestic and noble of racing blood

Today Jimmy, I say my farewell as a friend, I wish you had seen that stone

That has ended your life, made it too short, broken my heart, clipped my wings for good

Nicola gave you a chance to heel, but those broken bones were not forgiving

Stabled in your majestic way, saved all your love

For your mistress and friend today

The vet approached with his needle, all you could do was nuzzle me, eyes tight shut

Don't be afraid Jimmy my friend, The horse master will welcome you home by his side

Beautiful pastures with splendid views, awaits your arrival, a warm bed to snuggle into

Nicola and I think you are brave, standing forward to hear your name, Jimmmmy

We will watch for the brightest star tonight

And then tomorrow in day light, we will show how much we care

As they take your lifeless body to be cremated, we will stand so straight and proud

You gave us your power and grace, we in return will always remember your beautiful face

Jimmy my friend of noble thoroughbred blood, you gave us insight with your love

For horses do enjoy the company of man, willing, always eager to please,

Now go fly with the wind in your tail, no more pain will prevail

With your noble grace, you will live in our thoughts,

And when the barn door opens we will hear your cry, knowing and waiting in the sky

Until the day comes we meet again, your death leaves me lonely

Missing a dear friend

Be brave Nicky, I have no words that can take away your pain. Jimmy had a good caring home and never wanted for anything. He adored you, and you will always remember those strolls in the forest and exhilarating charges down the beach with the wind in your hair and his tail flying behind you. He will always be by your side, reach out and you will feel his silky coat and smell that wonderful smell that only horse lovers recognize.

My Blue will miss him, as from all the geldings, Jimmy was his friend too.