Heart Broken.......

As many of you may know, I've been having a lot of issues with my horse Jimmy- unfortunately after speaking with the barn manager, he indicated that the vet took a look at him, while at the farm yesterday and that he is just getting worse...

I am planning on putting him down in two weeks time when she returns to tend to another horse.. This is such a hard decision as this horse has saved my life in so many ways.. 

Many may say... "Save your life? a horse?"- the answer is YES!! This animal is so in tune with me that he knows how I feel at all times. He knows when I am sad, as he will come over and put his head on my shoulder and be extra "Lovey Dovey"-

He knows when I am happy as he will act as silly as he possibly can.. Aka... Check my pockets for food..." I KNOW THAT YOU HAVE SNACKS LADY!! GIVE EM UP!" is what I always picture him saying in his head..

He is AMAZING around children.. especially my nephew, who loves him dearly and asks to see him on a regular basis.. He takes care to watch where he walks (as to not step on him) and likes to put his nose on his head to wiggle his hair around with his lips.. 


Jimmy and I used to do horse shows.. it really is a sight to see... he's not fast.. at all.. and he's kind of short and chubby... however.. this horse will run his little heart out, as fast as his little legs will let him.. just for me.. he knows I want to participate and he gives his all .. just for me...  I think the thing that makes me laugh the most is that, normally, the crowd cheers for the rider...  not in Jimmy's case.. everyone cheers.. GO JIMMY!!  it is so clear how hard this little guy was trying!! He has a heart of gold!

This horse has been there for me through family crisis, being in Love, heartache and so on...  I know what he is thinking, feeling and wants at all times.. I really believe animals, especially highly senstive animals such as dogs and horses can tap into this rather easily if they have a strong bond with you...

This is probably one of the most heartbreaking decisions i have to make... I know it is best for him, but of course.. still difficult...

These next two weeks are going to be positive. I am going to be sure to tell him  how much I love him, how much he means to me and spoil him to no end!  (he was already spoiled, but I will continue to do so) He had a good, full life.. (we think he is about 38 years old.. yes.. people years..) and I did the best I could in taking care of him... He has always been happy!!

One order of hot grain with Apples and Cinnamon Coming up sweet boy!!!!