WELCOME AT RAINBOW BRIDGE (Tribute to Brunna)

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[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.

[Lazamataz]

Bump for OneidaM who lost her beloved Miss Minnie today.

[Neets]

Thank you dear friend...thank you so very much.

[Lazamataz]

(((hugs)))

[afraidfortherepublic]

Someone linked this thread to another. I realize that you lost your beloved dog more than a year ago. I hope you have adopted another. I know that after my 15 year old Golden Retriever died several years ago, we said, "No more."

1)After all, we are over 60.

2)There are no children in the house any more.

3)It's not fair to take on a dog.

4)A dog is too much trouble.

5)We might die before the dog does -- what then?

6)The dog will just die, and we can't go through it again.

7) Owning another dog will hamper our travel plans.

8)We work all the time.

9)No dog will measure up to the one that died.

All the usual excuses.

We held out for four years, and then we couldn't stand it any more. I contacted a rescue organization (Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin) and before I knew it we had passed the interview and home visit and had adopted a new dog. He's just wonderful and more than I could have ever dreamed of.

He does not replace our deceased dog, but in many ways he is even better. He really fills a hole in our hearts and our lives. His picture with one of my grandchildren is below:

So, if you haven't adopted a new dog yet, I highly recomend it.

[afraidfortherepublic]

Oh, forgive me. After reading the whole thread, I realize that you HAVE already adopted a new dog. Congratulations. That was a good plan. I just wish that the pictures would show up! :)

[lodwick]

What an excellent thread to start TC.

Thoughts and prayers up for you today EE. God bless, keep, and comfort you in your loss.

[lodwick]

Mash here for WTC poochie tribute - tissues advised

[lodwick]

Dang Neets - I am so sorry to learn this. So sorry.

You'll see your bud one day.

[lodwick]

Good job with the Rescue dog plan.

Beautiful animal and grandson pic. Thanks.

I need more kleenex...

[FoxGirl]

fyi

[technochick99]

I might be a foster mommy! http://www.petfinder.com/pet.cgi?action=2&pet=1656850
I am working with the internet min pin rescue to get this dog pulled and transported to my house!

[technochick99]

A bump for you and your cat...

[Miss Marple]

Although you started this thread a long time ago, I am so grateful I happened to see it. I had to have my beloved Cassie (the designer coon-hound) put to sleep a month ago.

I miss her so much. The poems and the comments have helped me. Thank you.

[technochick99]

My heart goes out to you.

My sweet cat might have kidney problems. I should know shortly. He's 15, else I would look into a transplant. Heck, I'd give him one of my own I think.

[Miss Marple]

Prayers that your cat recovers.

My oldest cat, Charlie, is 17, and is a scrawny, crotchety sort who still brings much love to us. I wil miss him when he is gone, and I know at best he only has a couple of years left. My husband will really miss him...he is very attached to him.

[cmsgop]

Dude! I have missed Ya Man!

[sistergoldenhair]

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[sam I am]

You are in my prayers. Two years ago we lost both of our little Yorkies. It hurts go much that you may think you will not make it but with God and His great love you will make it.

We just got our new puppy three weeks ago. She is 12 weeks old, and just a ball of love. " Gabby" is a Yorkie and she has healed our broken hearts. I know that when you are ready another special fur baby will come into you heart and life. You will once again know the love that only a fur baby can give. God bless.

[Nataku X]

technochick99, when you first posted this years ago, I cried buckets. It made me cry buckets again, now that it has special meaning because of my own little Shadowfax. Thank you very much...

[Flyer]

Rest in Peace, Mr. Phudd.

Phudd