I had the greatest dog in the world. I think it's important that I start this out that way, just because I can, and because it's true. Of course yours is the greatest, too - to you.
My greatest dog in the world, Taylor, died today. I'm in a surreal psychological place about it all. I'm already sad about who won't be there waiting for me at the door. She was part of my life, my house, family and friends. I'm not ready to talk about a rainbow bridge or something making me stronger that didn't kill me. I'm mulling over memories of her that will stay with me for the rest of my life. She was everything good and I really do think that the mutual love between a dog and a person is one of the coolest things in the world if you can stand the sad parts.
Taylor was pretty smart. If she could speak I imagine she would have beat me hands down at TV trivia. A more loyal and unselfish dog would be difficult to find. One thing she could never master was the concept of Halloween and that innocent little kids were behind those threatening masks. What she did get though was her routine of falling asleep under my desk with her chin resting on my feet. I wonder if she ever realized the impact of that on me.
Before she passed I reminded her that she was loved and being the smartass that I am, I asked her to put in a good word for me. See, some may view that as self serving and it may well be, but anyone that knew Taylor and her bigger than normal heart...would know where she's headed.
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Im sorry about Taylor. I think saying goodbye to a dog is one of the hardest things people have to go through. It is a loss for the family.
She is in a good place. I remember driving home after I had to put Lou down and seeing a bumper sticker on the car in front of me. It said..."We are just physical bodies here on earth". I sat through a green light while thinking about it. Even though her physical body is not here with us, her memory and spirit will always be near.
OH NO Rich. This is sad news.
Such a loss for you.
we send our condolences.
Animals are better than most people,
so unselfish and loyal.
we are sorry
take care-s and m
I feel like the parent that abandoned her child. I taught her to sit pretty, roll over and to bark at Britney Spears on tv. I'm sick over her passing. She was and always will be my "Baby Girl".
Rich - I have just opened your blog and I am very sad and sorry to hear about Taylor. This is such a sad coincidence as I lost my cat - my Ozzie Big Boy - on the very same day. Ozzie was with us his entire life - 10 1/2 yrs. He slept on my head every night and teased me all day while I was attempting to work. I miss him terribly and find myself in tears once again thinking about him. He was in my hands when he passed away. I was loading him into the carrier to take him to the vet. He had recently gotten diabetes and had some complications from it. We just didn't get it in time. Although no animal can replace him or make me forget, I have found comfort and love in another little kitty - Jojo Mojo. He is bringing us as much joy and terror that a 2 lb, 8 week old can. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care and God Bless!
That was a wonderful reflection Rich on a very important part of your life. Pets are so much more then "pets", they are part of our family and are loved far more then their size. They entertain us, love us unconditionally, and enrich our every day existance. I know much you loved her, and asking her to put in a good word for you, was a great send off<:)
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