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Nikki
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26 year old Quarter Horse
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Nikki came into my life as a 2 year old. Unbroke and untainted. She left
me at 26 in the same condition. Although she could do everything under saddle
at the time of her death, I never broke her spirit or tainted her soul.
She had a wonderful, stress-free life with me for 24 years. She was laid
to rest January 14th, 2006. She fought fiercely to stay here on earth with
me, but her body would not let her. She had suffered a stroke 2 weeks prior
to the 14th and was recovering, then went downhill. I could no longer watch
her suffer, so she could be here with me, so I gave her the greatest gift
I could, peace. She now flies with silver wings among the clouds, free of
pain. She will greet me someday when it is my time.
It has only been a few days
since she has passed and she still visits me in my dreams. It is very
comforting.
I miss her terribly and
not a day has gone by that I do not cry. I have other horses in the barn
and I forget when I go to feed that she is no longer going to greet me with
a nicker from her stall.
Nikki was a wonderful friend,
teacher and also my sister. She humbled me in ways I cannot explain.
Her passing has taught me of unconditional love and the unselfishness I felt
with her fighting to stay here with me, no matter how much pain she
felt.
I will forever be in debt
to her. I love you, Nikki, and I will never forget you. Thank you for choosing
me to spend your life with.
Satin Knickers 
