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WELCOME AT RAINBOW BRIDGE (Tribute to Brunna)
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Posted on 12/14/2001 9:49:45 AM PST by technochick99

Last night, EnnisExile posted here that:

My beloved 10-yr old Chow-Keeshund cross - Brunna - dropped dead in my back yard just after midnight this morning. I'd just let him out, as requested, of course, and went to bring him 10 minutes later. I couldn't believe my eyes. I found him lying by the back fence and immediately called the police. However, they (and later the Vet Hospital) found no signs of injury or other exterior trauma. The (un-autopsied) conclusion is 'natural causes,' probably massive heart attack.

I have not slept and I'm running on adrenaline. Knowing that when that subsides my heart will surely be ripped from my chest.

I am an older (59) woman who lives alone and has no family on the NA continent. I am bereft. I dread Christmas. I dread my birthday tomorrow.

Would appreciate prayers.

I would love to post a pic of my Brunna but don't know how. Thanks for taking the time to read this.

I started looking for a few nice poems to post, and the next thing I knew, it was hours later and my keyboard was slightly damp. It dawned on me that this will probably be a very tough Christmas for many people in our country.

This is my first 'pure' vanity, and since I'm an FR purist, I will post an animal related tribute to the 9/11 victims on here to tie it into the politics of the day.

EnnisExile, you might live alone, but with FR you are NEVER alone...

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Letter From Your Pet In Heaven

To my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from the Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there's no more tears of sadness
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They'll be here later on."

God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,

and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now,
than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...
that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.

God says: "If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street
with me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind."

"And when it's time for you to go...
from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...
you're coming here to me."
-Author Unknown

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And for the victims of the WTC attack (the Rainbow Bridge is a place where animals who have died await their human companions):

WELCOME AT RAINBOW BRIDGE
by AlexanderTheodore, Bouvier, Fourth Year Resident

On the morning of September 11, 2001, there was an unprecedented amount of activity at the Rainbow Bridge. Decisions had to be made. They had to be made quickly. And, they were.

An issue, not often addressed here, is the fact that many residents really have no loved one for whom to wait. Think of the pups who lived and died in hideous puppy mills. No one on earth loved or protected them. What about the many who spent unhappy lives tied in backyards? And, the ones who were abused. Who are they to wait for?

We don't talk about that much up here. We share our loved ones as they arrive, happy to do so. But we all know there is nothing like having your very own person who thinks you are the most special pup in the Heavens.

Last Tuesday morning a request rang out for pups not waiting for specific persons to volunteer for special assignment... An eager, curious crowd surged excitedly forward, each pup wondering what the assignment would be.

They were told by a solemn voice that unexpectedly, all at once, over 4,000 loving people had left Earth long before they were ready.

All the pups, as all pups do, felt the humans' pain deep in their own hearts. Without hearing more, there was a clamoring among them - "May I have one to comfort?" "I'll take two, I have a big heart." "I have been saving kisses forever."

One after another they came forward begging for assignment. One cozy-looking fluffy pup hesitantly asked, "Are there any children coming? I would be very comforting for a child 'cause I'm soft and squishy and I always wanted to be hugged." A group of Dalmatians came forward asking to meet the Firemen and be their friends. The larger working breeds offered to greet the Police Officers and make them feel at home.

Little dogs volunteered to do what they do best, cuddle and kiss. Dogs who on Earth had never had a kind word or a pat on the head, stepped forward and said, "I will love any human who needs love."

Then all the dogs, wherever on Earth they originally came from, rushed to the Rainbow Bridge and stood waiting, overflowing with love to share - each tail wagging an American Flag.


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To: technochick99
How can I thank you, technochick99! The tears that come as I read through this thread are tinged with warmth, love, smiles, gratitude, memories, even hope. Thanks.

And thanks to you, Brunna, for connecting me with all of these caring people in my grief. Now you see why I spent so much of our precious time at the computer. But sure who was to know that time would end so soon.

41 posted on 12/14/2001 12:50:43 PM PST by EnnisExile
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To: EnnisExile
These poems and stories always bring tears to my eyes so lets cry together as we remember the dogs we loved so much.My Golden that I put to sleep recently had her tennis ball with her, too.

Happy birthday!

42 posted on 12/14/2001 1:02:29 PM PST by Flyer
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To: Flyer
Sorrow touches everyone's life. Unfortunately...
43 posted on 12/14/2001 1:21:19 PM PST by technochick99
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To: technochick99
Thank you for a great thread. Best cry I have had in a long time.

Splash, Ginger and Skipper. . . I love you and we will go play as soon as I get there.

44 posted on 12/14/2001 1:22:20 PM PST by Flyer
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To: EnnisExile
Happy Birthday EnnisExile! Brunna is smiling down at you, that I am sure of!
45 posted on 12/14/2001 1:25:56 PM PST by deadhead
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To: riley1992;HairOfTheDog;Dan from Michigan;WIMom;mountaineer;Bella_Bru;SAMWolf;keri;WarPaint...
Some of y'all have already been here, the ping is for the rest.
46 posted on 12/14/2001 1:28:55 PM PST by Flyer
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To: EnnisExile
Happy Birthday, Ennis. I am so sorry about you losing Brunna. I know what that sort of pain is like and anyone who says it is easier than losing a human friend has either never lost a dog or doesn't really like dogs in the first place. You are in my thoughts to be sure.
47 posted on 12/14/2001 1:55:13 PM PST by riley1992
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To: Flyer
Good to give it a tail-wagging bump anyway!!!
48 posted on 12/14/2001 2:06:11 PM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: EnnisExile
Brunna will have met my Heather, Wren, Merlin, Magic, Scupper, Bryant, and my horse Savannah by now. I hope they have a good romp.

I haven't cried this much in a good long time. Some of these writings I was familiar with, others not. Thanks to everyone for their contributions. I am going to hold Rocky and Lillian Gish close to my heart and thank God for their precious comfort. I hope you will find another companion when the time is right.

49 posted on 12/14/2001 5:06:51 PM PST by austingirl
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The late entertainer Steve Allen was asked to contribute a poem to a Long Island Animal Welfare Group that was raising money for a new shelter. He wrote this heart-breaking classic, one of the greatest poems about dogs I have ever read.

MISSING OUR DOGS

Old Men miss many dogs.
They only live a dozen years,if that,
And by the time you are sixty, there are several
The names of which evoke remembering smiles.
You see them in your mind,heads cocked and seated.
You see them by your bed, or in the rain,
Or sleeping by the fire by nights
And always dying.

You are young but they are old. They go,
The German shepherd and the poodle,
The bassett hound and mutt.
They are remembered like departed children
Though they gave vastly more than ever they took,
And finally you're seeing dogs that look like them.
They pass you in the street but never turn
Although it seems they should,their faces so familiar.
Old men miss many dogs.

50 posted on 12/15/2001 5:38:24 AM PST by catonsville
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To: technochick99
When my boy dog was cremated in July, the crematory put this poem in his cedar box with his cremains. Very touching, very sad.
51 posted on 12/16/2001 12:25:25 PM PST by snippy_about_it
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To: EnnisExile
You've got FReepmail.
52 posted on 12/19/2001 11:33:31 AM PST by Chong
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To: EnnisExile;technochick99;Flyer;Lazamataz;AppyPappy;damnlimey,apackof2
Shortly after his death, Brunna sent a border collie/spaniel mix, Paddy, to step into his shoes and take care of EnnisExile, whom he so reluctantly left behind. Brunna waits for them both at the Rainbow Bridge.

Everyone, please welcome EnnisExile's new puppy
Paddy

And EnnisExile, you may visit Paddy's album at http://community.webshots.com/user/dianalr

Send me new photos to post there any time you like

53 posted on 12/19/2001 5:26:08 PM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: HairOfTheDog
The help you have given EE with her pictures is the work of an Angel. Give yourself a gold star for the week.
54 posted on 12/20/2001 12:41:30 AM PST by Flyer
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To: EnnisExile
Cute, cute, cute! I know Paddy is just so happy to have you to cuddle with after coming in out of the snow.
55 posted on 12/20/2001 12:48:07 AM PST by Flyer
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To: duckman
"However it is part of life and would never trade the happy times for no time at all."

I just made that dreadful decision this morning for my long time partner of 13 1/2 years, Spike. I cannot stop thinking about him.

However, your words have brought some comfort to me.

Thanks pal! RL

56 posted on 01/14/2002 10:42:41 AM PST by lormand
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To: HairOfTheDog
Just visiting here again and noticed that webshots had changed the URL and killed the paddy pic in my post above.... Updating for posterity...

This is Ennis's new dog Paddy....


57 posted on 01/14/2002 10:49:48 AM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: HairOfTheDog
indexing
58 posted on 03/26/2002 5:06:33 PM PST by grammymoon
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To: technochick99;EnnisExile;HairoftheDog
My sister's dog passed away this morning. I knew where to come to find some comforting words for her.

Thanks to all that participated on this thread. I have come back to it several times and get tears in my eyes every time.

59 posted on 05/24/2002 12:49:53 PM PDT by Flyer
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To: Flyer
I have come back to it too.... [sniff] we do love the critters, bless them!
60 posted on 05/24/2002 2:35:46 PM PDT by HairOfTheDog
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