05.29.08 (4:25 pm) [edit]
After 11 years of faithful and constant companionship, my beloved Spikey, a female chihuahua who never left my side was killed yesterday in a tragic accident in front of me. It was not a car. She died in her favorite place, on my bed, with me gazing into her eyes. She went quickly. I buried her at the new house, in the side yard which is right off my sunporch. We shall complete the move on Friday next. Spikey got to go there first.
Though I love my children and my grandchildren, there is a special bond with a close dog, and she was mine. She slept every single night under the covers with me, right behind my knees.
I shall miss her more than words can say. She was the only thing in my entire life who never asked for anything more than my love and a bit of attention now and then.
posted by: mimi (reply)
post date: 05.29.08 (5:55 pm)
oh, dawn, how tragic! i am so sorry and so touched. i know exactly what you mean and i have suffered the loss of my wonderful missyblack dog and then just last september, my funny freckles the wreckles! i am hugging you! xoxoxo
posted by: fractalmom (reply)
post date: 05.29.08 (7:11 pm)
Reply to: mimi
thank you.
posted by: emerging (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (5:39 am)
I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. It kind of puts a damper on the move, huh?
posted by: surrogate (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (5:49 pm)
I'm really sorry to hear about this. Not exactly a great time to have to deal with that too. Truly a lousy thing.
posted by: fractalmom (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (5:50 pm)
Reply to: emerging
thanks. and yes. although, it is keeping me busy.
posted by: fractalmom (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (5:51 pm)
Reply to: surrogate
nods....life is sorta like that sometimes eh?
posted by: chrisflea (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (6:50 pm)
I am so sorry. That sucks.
posted by: auntconi (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (8:54 pm)
Sorry for the loss of Spikey ~ an accident ~ oh my how?
I also had a faithful pet who slept behind my knees at night.
They do leave footprints on our hearts.
((hugs))
posted by: LadyG (reply)
post date: 05.30.08 (10:23 pm)
So sorry to hear about Spikey.
posted by: PirateGirl (reply)
post date: 06.01.08 (7:37 am)
I'm sorry for your loss - a true friend who gave unconditional love - who doesn't want that?!
(((hugs))))
posted by: sebastianjoshua (reply)
post date: 06.02.08 (7:06 pm)
i am sorry to hear that...
posted by: squirrelzone (reply)
post date: 06.04.08 (5:59 am)
My heart goes out to you Dawn. I would be devistated if my cat (Chicky) passed away. I've seen my fair share of deaths and like you when it is a beloved pet, a piece of you dies with them because a bet delivers so much joy through the good times and the bad times.
A friend gave me this poem a few years back and I'd like to pass it on to you. (I am an animal freak)
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Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
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posted by: ammegan (reply)
post date: 06.05.08 (9:18 am)
Sorry...Can't wait for your updates on the new pad!:)
posted by: mimi (reply)
post date: 06.06.08 (7:17 pm)
Reply to: squirrelzone
you, my dear one, never cease to amaze me! xoxoxo
posted by: bratmom (reply)
post date: 06.09.08 (3:33 pm)
oh hon i'm so sorry *hugs*
posted by: PastorDave (reply)
post date: 06.14.08 (9:55 am)
Sorry about Spikey. Very much do I understand your loss. It is good that you have such a busy life and find yourself surrounded by people- that sure helps.
