Lost a friend

[Bill Bates]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how hard that can be. Our dogs give us truly unconditional love which is rare from our human loved ones.

I've mourned the loss of my dogs harder than the loss of some human friends. I tend to still shed a tear when I think of some of my bird dog of the passed. They were such a part of my life; as, I'm sure your Shepard was a part of yours.

 

[labworm]

A sad time for any of us who have lost the best friend we could ever have.

Sam may be running along side my lady who left in 1980, still miss her almost everyday.

We had a mail slot on the front door, when I came home she would stick that long nose through it and of course I would grab it. She would howl and I would let it go, this went on daily for at least 10 years, I guess we both enjoyed the little ritual.

 

[Old TexMex]

Respect.
May you meet your friend again, at the appropriate time. Until then.

 

[shouldazagged]

That was not a rant...it was a tribute t a great friend. RIP Sam.

Exactly. You have my heartfelt sympathy.

My little rat terrier Moose is a rescue dog I've had a couple of years. He's eight or nine and I'm 75. I selfishly hope that I'll die before he does, but I know it would grieve him terribly. The bond between human and dog can be so incredibly deep.

Sam was handsome, and looked like a real sweetheart. If heaven doesn't have a place for him and my Moose, I don't want to go there.

 

[timn8er]

Sam was, please pardon the expression, "a lucky dog". For you to have taken him into your lives, knowing that he was sick & with the intent of making him well...that's pretty noble. Sam had to have known he was loved! God Speed Sam!


jimmyj, thanks for posting the Rainbow Bridge item. I've seen it referred to but have never actually read it. I got a little misty reading it, if you know what I mean.

 

[gunlovingirl]

My sincere sympathy. Sam is waiting for you at the Bridge.

 

[Doug M.]

*sniff*

Damned allergies.

 

[ibthumper]

Thank you Jimmy,
I've have seen this poem before but forgot about it. To say that it's beautiful, profound and touching would be a huge understatement.
Again, Thank you, Ken

 

[Road Rat]

Good luck with your sorrow...........

I lost mine 3 years ago and I still miss her every day!!!

 

[SW_shooter]

Sam looks like a very handsome dog and a happy dog. I thank you for sharing and letting us share in your joy of celebrating Sam. You did a very wonderful thing when you rescued Sam and gave him the love and security all animals deserve. There's nothing like the unconditional love an animal gives to us humans.

I have sent two loved dogs on ahead to the bridge and I think of them all the time. I try to remember the good times and the smiles they gave me. Remember the smiles and joy Sam gave you over the all too short time he was part of your family.

 

[lawandorder]

Please accept my condolences, from another person who has been in the same spot you are in and will be again. It is the price those of us who love dogs pay for their friendship.

 

[vigil617]

I am so sorry for your loss. He obviously was a good friend to you, and you and your wife were good friends to him.

Dogs are a gift to us, and I think we are to them as well.

You both done good.

 

[DeathGrip]

Sorry to hear this. I know the pain and still get upset when I think about them, even 30+ years later. But I try to remember why I loved them so much and it makes me smile.

I get upset knowing others who love their animals go through this pain too and I hope you feel better soon.

 

[chud333]

My deepest condolences thumper.
It is very hard to lose a family member and our pets are
just that. They give us so much unconditional love and
devotion.

Chuck

 

[Rintimtin]

Sorry for your loss. I to have lost some four legged friends.

 

[silentflyer]

Been there done that, it's tough, just remember you gave him 6 good years, and he did the same for you. When you are ready there is another one out there somewhere in a shelter/rescue that needs a good home and lots of love, and you already know how to do it.

 

[Cooter Brown]

That was a fine tribute to a great friend. It's a tough thing to lose a buddy like that. I lost one back in December.

Condolences to you and your wife and all whose lives Sam touched.

 

[rwsmith]

I can't say

I can't say anything that hasn't been expressed very well by other people already. Bye bye Sam.

 

[skennedy]

RIP Sam and Ken thanks for giving him a second chance. This poem always gets to me. A friend sent it to me after my dog passed.


I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.

I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.


I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,

"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."


I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,

You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.


I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.

I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.


I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.

I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there.


I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.

I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said " it's me."


You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.

I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.


It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.

To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."


You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew...

In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.


The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning

and say "good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."


And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,

I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.


I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.

Be patient, live your journey out...then come home to be with me.



Author Unknown

 

[captorquewrench]

Very sorry for your loss.