Lulu 11 y.o. Pom has gone over the Rainbow Bridge to meet Jojo

Glynda,

Sonja is right. You are here for everyone all the time, doing whatever you can to help. Now it is time for you to grieve, and for us to be here for you.

Addy is also right; I know without a shred of doubt in my mind that Lulu was thrilled with her life because of you. I am so glad you shared what happened with us, so that we can try to understand what you are going through. I am crying almost as hard as I would be if I had lost my own dog. I know the bond you speak of with Lulu. That is what Hannah is to me, so I can imagine how broken your heart feels.

I, too, was won over immediately with your avatar picture of Lulu. It was the one you were using when I joined two years ago, and I was immediately drawn to her cuteness. I have no doubts that no one could resist giving her whatever she wanted.

As horribly difficult as it was for you to let her go, I am glad you did not have to question anything, and that your decision was validated by the vet. I'm so glad that vet was the one to be there on that day, to help you through it. I'm so sorry that it was sudden, and that you couldn't take more time to say goodbye to her, but I know Lulu was where she wanted to be when she passed-in her mom's loving arms.

Glynda, Lulu was one incredibly lucky little dog, and no one knows it more than her. Don't focus on the difficulties she faced in her life. You said yourself how happy she acted, despite her difficulties, and how much that little tail wagged. Think about the happiness and love you gave her and how much you enriched her life, as well as how much joy and love she brought you.

I am so very sorry your little girl is gone. You and Gil are in my thoughts.

Julie & Hannah

Dearest Glynda, What sad news...I'm so sorry to hear of little Lulu's passing. May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time...
Hugs, Leah

I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you.

Carol

I just now saw this .... I'm so very sorry.

BIG (((((((HUGS))))))) 8:::

Dear Glynda and Gil

I am terribly saddened by Lulu’s passing. As others have said is something hard to believe and accept. I read the thread several times and between the disbelief and the tears flowing down my cheeks, it finally sunk into my heart. I ran immediately towards my baby Nina and as my heart was braking in thousand pieces I started kissing her forehead telling her all the times sweet Lulu’s avatar- alias Glynda” was there for me and so many others, no matter what, no matter how many cush-parents were in trouble, no matter how big or how small the doubt was, Lulu’s avatar was always popping into our lives, with so much insight.

I wish words would ease the pain that you and Gil are feeling right now, but they all seem so hollow….I’m truly sorry. I just wanted to let you know that I and for sure all your Cushing’s family are grieving with you. Your sweet Lulu was and forever will be loved as one of our own furbabies.

Thank you for all the times you helped me, for all the times you read my long stories, for all the times you listened, for all the answers you gave me, all the guidance and all the laughter. Please take a time for yourself and let us listen to you. I just hope that all the love that I am sending your way plus all the love that all your friends here and at home can mitigate little by little the loss of adorable Lulu.

For me, you and Lulu were ONE HEART talking to me, so I know that although she no longer will be among us, every time that you’ll talk or guide any of us, Lulu will also be guiding us, because she’ll forever be embedded into your heart.
You and Gill will be in my thoughts. Special candles will be lit in Lulu’s memory. I’m sure Truffa, Jojo, and a lot of furry babies will be enjoying beautiful “soirees” and amazing times at the Rainbow Bridge. Fly whole and free sweet Lulu, and keep watching over your mommy.


“Warm light coming from far below,
Twinkling, sparkling is the candle's glow.
All is well up on the ridge,
The place we know as Rainbow Bridge.

Furbabies sleeping in heaven's light,
Tended by candles in the night.
Peaceful dreams be theirs to keep,
As they slumber in this night so deep.

Hearts on earth that miss them so,
Take comfort in the candle's glow.
Watching for them in skies above,
Bound eternally by a cord of love.”

"In the Candle's Glow" by Laura Hickman

Marcella, you so beautifully wrote exactly how we are all feeling. Thank you for being our voice.

Glynda, thinking of you and sending love as you start the new week.

I have only cried twice today, once after reading all of your beautiful words and once answering questions from coworkers about what happened to Lulu. Otherwise, I'm holding up much better than expected; however, I mustn't go back and read all of your wonderful posts or it's all over for me. I am bowled over by the depth of your compassion yet I shouldn't be surprised because I've seen it time and time again whenever one of our family is grieving or worried about their precious pup. It's just a lot more overwhelming when you are the recipient of all that love and compassion.

It's difficult for me to read such beautiful sentiments as it sets me off on a huge crying jag. If I had an ounce of sense, I would have stayed away but what am I supposed to do? This place is my home away from home and if the truth be known, I have more in common with my family here than my biological family.

It's still very difficult for me but you sure make it a lot easier, and oh my, that includes those of you who don't often post but took the time to acknowledge the loss of my Lulu. Thank you so, so very much for being here for me, Gil and all of our furbutts. I love you and I hope you all know that you and your precious pups own a piece of my heart and always will.

Glynda

glynda....xoxox is all i got to offer for now ....we will catch up shortly ...patty(milo)meka xoxox <3

Dearest Glynda,

I am so very sorry to hear Miss Lulu's passing. You have always been there to help us thru whatever comes our way so now it is our turn to help you thru you way at this time.

I know my Miss Maddie was there to welcome Lulu. They are all having a great time together telling each other their stories of their special Moms and how loving they were!!:)

Many ((((((HUGS TO YOU!!!!)))))

Through the tears-sending you HUGS

It's so hard to loose them.

Glynda, I am SO sorry about Lulu. When I saw this, I was just floored. My heart broke for you, I didn't know what to say. I have to tell you, Max would LOVE Lulu. He just loved little dogs... It was quite a sight to see this massive, huge and powerful dog lay down and roll over to his back when a little dog play bows before him.

I hope that he and Lulu are enjoying a great steak while complaining about Cushings. The sight of this, recalling to you his love for little dogs (he was like this with little kids and anything little that he could protect) has given me the happiest moments I have had in days.

Thank you so very much for your kind words and your great heart. Not only did you take the time from your grieving to extend a kind word to someone else, but you made me smile and for this I cannot thank you enough.

Lulu was a lucky girl to have such an amazing mom. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss...

Glynda,
I am so sorry to hear about Lulu :( There are no words that will ease your pain, only know that my heart goes out to you.....

Love,
Shannon & Sunshine

I’m very sorry for you going thru the heartbreak of sending your baby to the Rainbow Bridge. Unfortunately we just found out. I’ve had to go thru that also with both my horses (Snowy was 26 yrs when she crossed over), Buddy our rescue cat(16yrs), Snoopy our first rescue dog(15yrs) who was Mini’s Alpha Mom and last year with my Mom’s dog that I inherited after she passed. They all passed while I was holding them close so they would know I was there with them and not alone. It’s just too heartbreaking to put into words. I know that they are all watching over us and waiting for us to take them for a walk or give them a good hug!

My condolences to you going thru this…my heart aches for you. At least we all have our happy memories that they have blessed us with!

Our heartsare with you & Lulu,

Jeanne & Al :(

Hi Glynda-

Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and Gil. Sending a large, strong hug your way to help you when you want it.

Love,
Susan

Glynda, I'm so very sorry for your loss. It's so hard when they have to leave us. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing you will see your sweet Lulu again one day. You're in our thoughts.

Hugs,

~Jackie and Ugga

Dear Glynda and Gil,

I very rarely visit here, but I came for another reason this evening, only to find your report of Lulu's passing. What a shock. I read a whole bunch of pages, catching up.

My heart goes out to you. Lulu could not have asked for a better family. I deeply trust that she and Jojo are joyfully re-united at the Bridge, where Kwali and Kumbi are showing them around and making sure Lulu doesn't get uncomfortably mobbed by the so very many dogs (and likely, cats) who love her dearly.

Lulu has become a Predecessor now. Her legacy to all dogs on Earth is all the wisdom she accumulated here, while so deeply loved and cared for.

All dogs on Earth still, then, are her beneficiaries, including my current rescue, Camellia (Havanese).

Camellia sends to Lulu, and to you and Gil here on Earth, lots of waves of her Magnificent Magic Wand, in her special way.

Though I haven't followed your threads (or any threads) here in detail, I've been fully aware of how very much you do for all on this forum, and sometimes over there at k9diabetes.com, which is a second home to me.

Thanks again for all you do, Glynda - it doesn't surprise me to read page after page after page of warmest condolences for you and blessings to Lulu on her flight. I did love the veterinarian's remarks on what his choice would have been for Lulu - same as yours, of course.

Massive love and hugs to you, and thanks from me, too, for all you do for everyone.

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 21:05:44 (PST)

Lulusmom,

So sorry it has taken me this long to spot this thread. I am so sad to hear about your loss of lulu. Her pictures are so sweet. You are always so cheerful and supportive in your posts, and I had no idea that your little one was so sick. It's a testament to how much you are loved and appreciated that your condolences go on for pages and pages - I had to click many times to find your original announcement of Lulu's passing. If our thoughts and prayers were a tangible thing, they would coccoon your heart and ease the pain. You and Lulu are very loved and people the world over are mourning Lulu's passing.

How are you?:o

Thinking of you today and lots of other days too.....I don't know why it helps to hear of her last few hours but it did....(((HUGS)))
Jo-Ann

Hi Glynda....
I was wondering how you are doing?
Large hug heading your way!
-Susan

Glynda, Keeping you and Gill in thought and Prayer...Praying someone found Red and will see your flyers and bring her back home to you and Gil.

I send out Red's picture to my FB freinds in Calinfornia. They did forward the info and picture...Praying for Red to find his way back home.

Peace, Love and Hugs,

Sharon, Norman and Millie

Just stopping by to see if there is any news here. Take Care.

Susan

Hi Susan,

Bless your heart for checking in on us. Red was found and returned to us. i posted it on another thread last week. After more than a week I had given up hope so I was beyond elated when I got the incredible call. See links below to see my posts.

http://www.k9cushings.com/forum/show...2&postcount=36

http://www.k9cushings.com/forum/show...0&postcount=42

I did not know your Lulu too had passed last month. My wife and I send our condolences. I also caught the happy ending of Red. I assume that is another dog of yours, if so that is great news!

Glynda
I just wanted to thank you for all your kind words these past few weeks since I lost Fella.I've been trying to check in with all of you but this is taking me longer than I thought!:).There are so many of you!!And that's a good thing-just hope I don't forget anyone.This site and all of you are amazing and I'm so grateful for stumbling upon it.I just started reading your thread and realized that you lost your baby Lulu just recently as well.I'm so very sorry for your loss.We love them like they are our children and it's so difficult to let go.I'll have to go back but I think I read you fostered for a rescue as well.You are truly an angel-I think I would want to keep them all!
Thanks again and look forward to reading your thread and getting to know your Lulu.
Love
Patty

I'm so glad that Red has returned!!!

I have been so taken with LuLu's picture that I went on a search last nite to find this little girl's story and found this thread. I had no idea you were involved in rescue and had helped so many. JoJo and LuLu and Maxie - their spirits live on.. You are an exceptional parent. Not many could, or would, do what you do. Thank you and bless you.

Thank you, Suzie. I miss all my babies but Lulu was my true heart dog and though it's been one year and eight months since I lost her, my heart still hurts like crazy. The daily tears have dried but all it takes is a sweet memory or a picture that reminds me of her and I fall apart. It's been so long since I've visited my thread so thank you for bringing me here. A trip back in time reaffirms that my family here has gotten me through some very tough times and are always there if I need them. Their compassion is unequaled in my life's experience and reading their comforting words again has reduced me to tears. They are tears of love for each and every one of you.

Sending you big hugs Glynda! You give and give to us here and we would be so lost without your words of wisdom and your extensive experience. Not just in cushings but in so many things. You are a treasure!

hugs
Sharlene and molly muffin

Hi glynda
I am so very to read sweet lulu has passed onto rainbow bridge😪it's been a difficult year in our house with the loss of Zoe Claire in January then 6 weeks later our beloved Stewie passed only to discover after when his necropsy came back he had advancing and chronic hemolytic anemia. I had just called the university of Tennessee about sending his blood down for a full adrenal panel but Stewie decided he was done and rapidly passed😪. Lulu was a beautiful pup and I feel rich just knowing you and your fur babies. I'm sure all the K9 pups from this group are having one heck of a party on the bridge. I still can't come hear without crying but it is the spot I got so much support when I was battling with vets here to prove there was something wrong with our girl and I was going to do what ever was humanly possible then I found you all back at the old site and lost everyone when it closed then by the grace of the good guy upstairs I found you all again😊you were my strength when I needed and just knowing you were here to help me through the good times offer suggestions when Zoe was not feeling well or just to say hi. We are currently dealing with Toby who is 10 1/2 yr black lab our vet is suspecting addisons so I'm about to ask question here. We also have a beautiful yellow lab who is 8 months now and a really charmer I hope to get some pics up here soon. Well my friend I'm sending big hugs your way.

Take good care
Heather (Zoe Claire an angel on the bridge)

Hi Heather,

I'm so glad to hear from you! I know how devastating it is to lose just one baby but when you lose two so close together, the pain in indescribable so just know that my heart goes out to you. I lost Jojo, who passed unexpectedly in June 2012 and I lost Lulu six months later. Time heals but it hasn't yet for me.

I'm looking forward to hearing about Toby and seeing pictures of him and your baby girl Labbie. Eight months old? She must be a hand full. :D

You're family, Heather, and we'll alway be here for you, whether it be to help you with some veterinary issues or just getting caught up with you. I'm sure some of the other long timers will also be very happy to hear from you again.

Big Hugs,
Glynda

Happy to hear from Heather?! Oh YES! :cool::cool::cool:

I am thinking of you, holding you as we remember your precious Lulu.

Love you baby doll, heart and soul.

Xo Jeanette

I love you too, Jeanette!