another one crosses the bridge

[Norse]

Trek and Knot, I am very sorry about your loss. Sounds like she had a wonderful life with you gals.

[smittykitty]

So sorry for your loss. What a great send off for her (and her people), getting all that special time alone with you both before her crossing.

Now she happy and forever pain-free. Watch out squirrels!!!!

Big lump in throat, screen blurred by tears too. Thanks for sharing.

[Trek420]

Trek and Knot, I am very sorry about your loss. Sounds like she had a wonderful life with you gals.

She had a good long life I guess. I used to tell her "This is so much better than being abandoned in West Oakland, isn't it, Mae?" on our adventures.

I'm wearing her chip and tags with my roadid Doing a Tyler Hamilton

[solobiker]

I am so sorrry for your loss. {{{hugs}}}

[Tri Girl]

Oh Trek...I'm so very, very sorry. I cry tears of sadness along with you. You gave her the best home, and you both loved each other. I know she appreciates the love and respect you showed to her over the years and in her final moments. My heart breaks for you. Much love right now.

[pll]

Trek... So sorry about your loss. Virtual hugs to you.

[spindizzy]

Trek - what a wonderful, thoughtful, giving of yourself to Trekdog in her last few days..she left in your warmth and love. (((Trek)))

[azfiddle]

You were caring and loving, and although she has taken a piece of your heart with her, she will be at rest now. Remember all the wonderful times you enjoyed. I'm sorry for your loss.

[makbike]

Trek I am so sorry for your loss. I fully understand your heart break.


Lend Me a Puppy

I will lend to you for awhile a puppy, God said.
For you to love while she lives, and mourn when she's dead.
Maybe for twelve or fourteen years, or maybe two or three.
But will you, 'til I call her back, take care of her for me?

She'll bring you her charms to gladden you and, should her
stay be brief, you'll always have her memories as solace for your grief.

I cannot promise she will stay, since all from earth return.
But there are lessons taught below I want this pup to learn.

I've looked the whole world over in search of teacher's true.
And from the folk that crowd life's land, I have chosen you.

Now will you give her all your love, nor think the labor vain?
Nor hate me when I come to take my puppy home again?

My heart replied, "My Lord, Thy Will Be Done"
For all the joys this puppy brings the risk of grief I'll run.
We'll shelter her with tenderness, we'll love her while we may
And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay.

But should you call her back much sooner than we planned.
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.
If, by our love we've managed your wishes to achieve,
Then in memory of her who we loved, please help us while we grieve.

When our cherished puppy departs this world of strife,
Please send yet another needing soul for us to love all their life.

************** - Author Unknown -
**** Adapted from 'Thy Will Be Done' by Edgar Guest

[Catrin]

I am sorry Trek, my sympathies on the loss of your beloved dog!

[five one]

Mae was one lucky canine to have been the Trekdog. So sorry for your loss.

[snapdragen]

Condolences to you D. Mae was a lucky dog to have such a loving mistress.

[GLC1968]

I'm so sorry for your loss. She sounds like she led a very full life and I'm glad you got to share it with her.

[Trek420]

She sounds like she led a very full life and I'm glad you got to share it with her.

She had a very full life. I think I've said that in the divorce my ex got the house, I got the dog. I got the better end of that deal especially in light of what then happened to the real estate market

Here she is at the start of my condo remodel. As I'm ripping out the carpet around her I had to make sure there were rugs including this very ugly one. She liked her creature comforts and sought the most comfy spot.

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[owlice]

{{{Trek}}}