today i lost a friend tho he was a horse i saw him as another kindred soul as i still do now...he was a great guy he was friends w/ gaurdian they would both always try to obtain my attention. When gaurdian left jakie he would always try to cheer me up when i worried cried or was depressed hed lean his head against my chest with his eyes shut just listening to the sound of my heartbeat like a child would his mother, hed hug mw and bop me on the check with his lips to show affection he was not just a horse he was my friend who was there for me. he collicked i hope that it was not painful for him he did not deserve to die he was very healthy and strong. I wish i had known i recently rode him a few days ago and he was happy galloping to try to get infront of everyone on my first trailride....he didnt deserve death he was a good guy a friend a comforter and a great horse i will remember him always in my heart.