Dear Cindy,
Thank you so much for coming back and allowing us to honor your sweet boy. You gave him the very best life possible for a long time and when no more could be done to make his days joyful and pleasant, you gave him the greatest gift of all - freedom from a failing vessel. It is a decision that is never easy yet you faced it with grace and courage....and a deep abiding love.
I have added sweet Alex's name to the In Loving Memory thread for 2015 where he will always be remembered as a cherished member of our family here at K9C. We would be blessed to help celebrate your lives together thru your memories.
Many hugs to you, dear lady.
Our deepest sympathies,
Leslie, Trinket, Brick, Sophie, Fox, Redd and all our Angels
FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND ♥
You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.
But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.
So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.
The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.
That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.
Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.
You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.
So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.
Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.
And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.
I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.
― In Memory of Asta, Feb. 1997 ♥
by Karen Clouston