*Editor’s Note:  This poem was written by Natasha Douglas, an equine photographer, who took photos during the Stake class at the Tennessee State Championships of I’m Johnny Cash, who passed away at this show.  Douglas says this is one of her favorite horses, and she would like to donate a plaque with this poem on it as well as a photo collage to his owners.

On August 11, 2007, the Angels in heaven were getting their horses ready for an exciting event

A horse show like no other was about to commence

Angels came from far and near to see the Walking Horses step over the clouds

But God said one of the great ones was not in his barn

So, he sent his grooms to earth to capture one of the best...

He said unto his grooms, "You know the one and bring him fast"

So the angels came to earth to harness I'm Johnny Cash

He gave his heart for all who loved him, and he left doing what he loved

Now, it was time for him to “walk on” in the heavens above

       The crowd cheered as he made his final exit on earth and the angels cheered as the grooms rushed him in the big oval in the sky

As he passed the grandstands, God said, "Welcome Home, I’m Johnny Cash, spread your wings and fly!" 

-Natasha Douglas

- Photographer and a true Johnny Fan

My prayers go out to the family, and I would like to dedicate this poem to the Holbrooks, the Conleys and all who loved this wonderful horse.