A Few of FR's Finest...Every Day...11-19-03...A Visit to Rainbow Bridge

Dutchess and Gizmo

[dutchess]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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This past week, Codee joined the many finest FRPets including Dutchess, my namesake, at Rainbow Bridge. We see her in the sky and clouds and know she is romping in the meadows. Gizmo thought it fitting that we take a glimpse into Rainbow Bridge and would like all of you who have loved ones there to stop in and share a picture and/or a special memory.

Welcome to Rainbow Bridge

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 that 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...

Author Unknown

And A Note to Our Loved Ones On Earth

Farewell, Dear Master.

You have been my teacher, my friend and most beloved companion. I was like your child, totally dependent on you for all my needs. But I never grew up and moved away as children do, I just grew to love and need you more each day, each month, each year. I never went hungry because you gave me dinner and gave me water each day. When the weather was bad I found comfort in the warmth and safety of your home. I delighted you by learning tricks, but what you may not have realized is that I loved learning from you because I lived to please you.

The touch of your hand stroking my fur made my life worthwhile. Though I barked at noises in the night, the postman's footsteps and the ringing of the doorbell; the voice of my master was the one sound that I cherished most. Your moods became my moods. When you were sad or lonely, I nuzzled closer to comfort you . There were times when you became upset with me because I soiled the carpet, chewed on a piece of furniture, or barked too much. But do not feel bad about those times when you scolded me - I needed to learn right from wrong, and I always understood when things weren't going your way or when you'd had an unpleasant day at work. There is no need for you to harbor guilt or remorse on my behalf.

You loved me and blessed me with more happiness than most animals will ever know. Instead of wondering what you could have done differently, remember the funny things I did and the happy times we shared together. Though it is hard for you to understand, I was ready to pass on from this life. Our time together was short, but if we'd had fifty years together, you still would have not been ready for me to leave.

So please, Master, share your life with others. Do not refuse the opportunity to give another lucky pet the love you have given me. No other animal will ever take my place in your heart, but there is another one who needs you and will grow to love you as much as I did. I am now at peace and no longer feel pain. You gave me a wonderful home and a happy existence on this earth. So please be happy - go on with your life and give your love to others.

Although I no longer share your world, I will always live in your heart, and you in mine.

Farewell, Dear Master.

Author Unknown

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[dixie sass]

Tell Gizmo "Good Job" and give Gizmo a hug for me.

[DollyCali]

Good morning Dutchess.. Good Grief.. It is barely 7 AM & you have be abawling.

I am sorry that you lost your Codee - I can only imagine the pain in your soul. I too have many dear furry, feathered pals awaiting my transition.

Thank your for the thread & the work you did on it..I am sure there is some therapy for you in presenting Codee's tribute/memorial.

I am truly of the belief we will share eternity with out pets although we may not understand the exact form..

[dixie sass]

Giggle!

[JohnHuang2]

;-)

[The Mayor]

Mornin !

I have an interview Friday @ 10am

[DollyCali]

The rainbow bridge for homeless/abused pets

AT RAINBOW BRIDGE

There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth,
It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of its many colors,
Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge, there is a land of meadows,
hills and valleys with lush green grass.

When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this place.,
There is always food and water and warm Spring weather.,
Those old and frail animals are young again.,
Those who have been maimed are made whole again.,
They play all day with each other.

Some of them here by the Bridge are different.,
These pets were beaten, starved, tortured, and unloved.,
They watch wistfully as their friends leave one by one,,
to cross the bridge with their special person.,
For them there is no one, no special one.

Their time on earth did not give them one. ,
But one day, as they run and play,,
they notice someone standing by the road to the bridge.,
This person wistfully watches the reunions of friends,,
for during life, this person had no pet.,

This person was beaten, starved, tortured, and unloved. ,
Standing there alone, one of the unloved pets approaches,,
curious as to why this one is alone.,

And as the unloved pet and the unloved person get nearer to each other,,
a miracle occurs, for these are the ones who were meant to be together,,
the special person and the beloved pet who never had the chance to meet while on Earth.,
Finally, now, at the edge of the Rainbow Bridge, their souls meet,,
the pain and the sorrow disappears, and two friends are together.

They cross the Rainbow Bridge together, never again to be separated. ,

Author - Unknown

[dixie sass]

Fingers, eyes and toes crossed, plus a great big prayer for success!

[The Mayor]

Thanks

You guys will be the first to know..

[dixie sass]

It's a good thing I just got a new box of kleenex - today is going to be a tear jerker here.

I like that one Dolly. Thank you.

[dixie sass]

Is the pot still full? I could use another cup of that coffee. What did you do to it today, it is really good!

[The Mayor]

What did you do to it today, it is really good!

Don't tell, I stuck my finger in it, there's plenty.

Have another with donuts.

[FreeTheHostages]

[Dubya]

Beautiful. I have some friends at Rainbow Bridge waiting for me.

[FreeTheHostages]

So please, Master, share your life with others. Do not refuse the opportunity to give another lucky pet the love you have given me. No other animal will ever take my place in your heart, but there is another one who needs you and will grow to love you as much as I did.

Wise words.

This is very beautiful, Dutchess. Thank you for sharing.

[dutchess]

Hi Flyer. Thanks for sharing Ginger's picture. What a sweet face.

[dutchess]

Hi Aeronaut. Love your new flyover!

[dutchess]

Thank you for reminding me how fortunate I am that all my pets are well. Without them, there are days I would be a basket case. Of course, there are days I'm a basket case because of them.

Isn't that the truth...thanks for the smile.

[dutchess]

Awe...dixie what a sweet story of Tinkerbell and your other babies. Gizmo showed up on our doorstep too and has especially been a blessing now...I agree what you mean about them being almost human...

[dutchess]

Hi Gail...I forgot you had a Gizmo too...perfect name for a pup isn't it? Hugs to Rocky!

[iceskater]

I am so sorry to hear about Codee. I like the thought of the Rainbow Bridge. Once, an office mate asked me if I thought pets go to heaven (she is not especially spiritual as far as I can tell). I told her that I thought that a loving God would make sure our pets would be there in heaven with us. Otherwise, it wouldn't be heaven.