sky 's heart was beating triple time when they reached the porch . for a second it got very quiet along the bar . we were old friends , thousands of miles apart . but any animal that feels they 're in danger has the ability to protect itself . '' frank informed sparky of the proper handling of the red traffic light , and the goat pulled to a gentle but firm stop . the choice of walking alone or with my father weighed heavily on me at first . he balled his hand into a fist . 