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[bikerchick68]

Python... I'm so sad for you. I went thru this very same thing last Dec 22. I came home and my old man, Winston, could no longer stand. He had a spinal cord issue and I knew his time here with me was done. I too believe that what you did was the greatest act of love and kindness you can give to a beloved fur friend... doing what's best for them, not what's best for you. I want to share this poem. It's one that brought me much comfort and reassurance. Hugs.

FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.

But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.

So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.

The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.

That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.

Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.

You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.

So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.

Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.

And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.

I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

In Memory of Asta, Feb. 1997
(c) Karen Clouston
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[Python]

That poem is so beautiful.

Thank you for sharing it with us.

[rij73]

I wept reading that poem... I've never gotten over the loss of my childhood dog. My current dog is a rescue from a neglect situation, and I adore him madly. Python, the story of Sam made me so sad... Just like my Hudson, I can't fathom how some people can be so cruel to a creature with such benevolent and trusting eyes.

[spokewench]

So sad for you Python. It is so hard to lose a loving pet.

Many, many hugs coming your way.

Spoke

[nancielle]

Python, so sorry for your loss.

Chloe sends a cyber-lick your way.

[Python]

This is Sadie and me Christmas 2004, hence the glass of wine in my hand. She was a lovely girl and has left a huge void in our lives. Some might say it's too early but we've been looking at rescue GSDs and there are two that we like. Hopefully we are going to see one of them tomorrow. There are so many rescues out there looking for love and kindness - and we've got a lot of that to give.







In the first pic I'd just given Sadie a treat and she was still licking her lips. These are the best pics I've got of her as she was very camera shy and tended to run away from the camera. We don't know why but can only think she didn't like the flash.

[amy]

It's always so hard to lose a furry friend. I can't imagine losing my guys. My poor mother is still mourning the loss of her great dane that she put down 2 months ago. It was a devastating story...
Her 8-year-old dane was a big, gentle baby. And one afternoon he suddenly attacked my 13-year-old step-sister. She was sitting calmly at the picnic table, eating a sandwich and suddenly Buddy's mouth was engulfing her face. When my step-dad ripped him off, he turned and attacked him.
It turned out he had a brain tumor, which explained the uncharacteristic aggression. My mother was heart broken.

Sigh... I think I'll go call my mommy.