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Til we meet again my sweet boy!
Winston to his last difficult breath just a short while ago. While I am sad and heart broken I can tell you he went rather peacefully. He went to the bridge with visions of his Mom & Dad holding him and showering him with kisses! It gives me some peace to know the suffering has ended but now the hard part is moving forward.
I took this picture of Winston on Sunday and it is a good memory for me! I thought I would share it with you all and this poem that seemed so appropriate. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the prayers and kindness as I am sure they helped my boy on his journey. Your free of pain now my sweet boy! The Last Battle
If it should be that I grow frail and weak And pain should keep me from my sleep, Then will you do what must be done, For this -- the last battle -- can't be won. You will be sad I understand, But don't let grief then stay your hand, For on this day, more than the rest, Your love and friendship must stand the test. We have had so many happy years, You wouldn't want me to suffer so. When the time comes, please, let me go. Take me to where to my needs they'll tend, Only, stay with me till the end And hold me firm and speak to me Until my eyes no longer see. I know in time you will agree It is a kindness you do to me. Although my tail its last has waved, From pain and suffering I have been saved. Don't grieve that it must be you Who has to decide this thing to do; We've been so close -- we three --all these years, Don't let your heart hold any tears.
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Tabitha April 10, 1995 - August 23, 2013 Bomber April 10, 1995 - July 12, 2010 Winston Nov 15, 1999 - September 15, 2011 Sophie Aug 30, 2011 "UNTIL ONE HAS LOVED AN ANIMAL, PART OF THEIR SOUL REMAINS UNAWAKENED" He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -Unknown |
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Sweet Winston, playing at the Bridge
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What a lovely picture and tribute of Winston. I'm so sorry for the pain you must be going through.
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I am so so sorry for your loss
RIP sweet Winston, finally young whole and healthy again running on the beach at the Bridge. to your whole family...strength and comfort to you all in the coming days and weeks (and months!)
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run pain free over the bridge Winston, till you all meet again, what a lovely fitting picture you've posted, my heart breaks for all of you. *huge huge comforting hugs*
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What a lovely tribute to your sweet boy Winston...wishing you peace and comfort in the days to come....as difficult as they will be, you can rest assured you did the very best for your boy right thru to the end..
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Beautiful tribute, Winston
Winston I know you loved your life having such a loving family. You are now pain free playing with Bomber.
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Cat maid to: Rose semi feral, a cpietra rescue, female tabby (approx 13 yrs) Jasper RIP (2001-2018) Sweet Pea RIP (2004?-2014) Puddles RIP (1996-2014) Snowball RIP (1991-2005) In a cat's eye, all things belong to cats.-English Proverb “While we are free to choose our actions, we are not free to choose the consequences of our actions.” Stephen R. Covey |
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Aslan would like to pass on her deepest condolences and a huge , Winston.
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Cat maid to: Rose semi feral, a cpietra rescue, female tabby (approx 13 yrs) Jasper RIP (2001-2018) Sweet Pea RIP (2004?-2014) Puddles RIP (1996-2014) Snowball RIP (1991-2005) In a cat's eye, all things belong to cats.-English Proverb “While we are free to choose our actions, we are not free to choose the consequences of our actions.” Stephen R. Covey |
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Thank you so much L4H and thank Aslan too please.
I am not sure what I would be like without the support!
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Tabitha April 10, 1995 - August 23, 2013 Bomber April 10, 1995 - July 12, 2010 Winston Nov 15, 1999 - September 15, 2011 Sophie Aug 30, 2011 "UNTIL ONE HAS LOVED AN ANIMAL, PART OF THEIR SOUL REMAINS UNAWAKENED" He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -Unknown |
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Good thing I'm alone at work as I am, again, at my desk in tears. Cindy and family my deepest sympathy to you all. I love the picture and I love the poem. It's fitting and Winston would approve. Winston you are whole again and playing with your buddy Bomber tonight. Be free and young until your family reunites.
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My handsome boy.
to you and hubby MMM, also wanted me to pass on that her thoughts are with you.
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Winston
I, along with Chris, Rainbow, and many others who can no longer pass along their condolences "in person" would like you to know how sad we are at Winston's passing. He was a wonderful dog. Rest in peace big boy. Find a big bone and a great shade tree and have at it.
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I'm so sorry to hear about Winston He was a beautiful dog and I can tell how much you loved him. He'll always live on in your heart and I'm sure you'll meet again someday. Lots of hugs.
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Just wanted to say - I am so sorry - I know how you hurt.
Diane
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I keep typing words and can't find the right ones. I'm just so sorry for your loss and I have no words to help you feel better, just good thoughts and hugs.
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DD I am so sorry to upset you at work. That is so hard.
14+ You will never know how much your message means to me. Please thank everyone for me would you? I will cherish all of the kind words from everyone in my heart forever!! Sylvie, DMC123, Dash n Us, Tommysmom thank you so much! Sylvie Winston loved you and DH so much!! all I had to do was say DH's name and Winston would look for him!!! thank you for being my rock! I just wanted to add something.... No matter what our differences are I am so happy that we ALL can put them aside for the sake of our pets. We all understand the immense pain it brings to us when these things happen and it is nice to see us all stand together! Although my heart is heavy tonight I feel it was right and in a strange way I feel a little bit of peace.
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Tabitha April 10, 1995 - August 23, 2013 Bomber April 10, 1995 - July 12, 2010 Winston Nov 15, 1999 - September 15, 2011 Sophie Aug 30, 2011 "UNTIL ONE HAS LOVED AN ANIMAL, PART OF THEIR SOUL REMAINS UNAWAKENED" He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -Unknown |
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So sorry to hear about Winston. i don't know what to say, its the hardest thing we have to do for our pets, but is the best choice for them when they are suffering. Run free Winston and play in the water at rainbow bridge with all our pets that have passed before you. 's left on our hearts.. to you and your hubby...
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My heart grieves for you tonight, Winston is running painfree and at peace knowing you will one day join him
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Quote:
This saddens me to read but happy to see just how people set aside differences for the love of our pets. You couldn't of put it any better Cindy. My heart goes out to you and your family. Winston is running free to the bridge and romping with all beloved Pet members. Sweet Winston
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A dog wags his tail with his heart Dogs have Masters--Cats have Staff Rest in Peace Bailey: 12/10/95-1/9/09 (Golden Retriever) Rest in Peace Kitty: 7/1/2000 - 10/7/2013 Rest in Peace Gryphon (sounds like Griffin): 10/15/2004 - 11/18/2017 (English Springer Spaniel) Bella: 3/09/2005 LHD Cat adopted by/from Child Mollie: 6/2/2009 (English Setter) |
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(I can't remember how many hugs I can give... but I want to give you them all!) Farewell beautiful Winston Run free and say Hi to all our friends at the bridge
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Magnolia (aka Nolie) - 6 yrs old, adopted May 3, 2009 - mixed breed monster mutt R.I.P. Chloe - my first Golden girl - we said goodbye but you will always be here (1994-2007 adopted April 2000) R.I.P. Molly - my Golden girl, who's causing havoc over the bridge now - (1999-2009 adopted May 2007) and love for my "lost ones" - Misery, Clover & the girls (chickens) |
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I am also weeping as I read this. Winston was very loved and that picture is a wonderful last memory to hold close to your heart.
I hope you find much comfort in wonderful memories of your time together .
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Giant Hugs, my heart goes out to you and may the handsome boy rest in peace! Your poem is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your life with Winston with us.
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Winston
I am so sorry to hear of his passing, tears are running down my face as I read your words. It is so hard to say goodbye, even when we know we have to let go. There will be a noisey welcome at the Rainbow bridge for most of us. take care binky and 2 kitties |
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I'm so sorry to hear about your loss Winston's mom. You did a good job. Thank you for sharing his life with all of us.
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So, so sorry to hear. Your poem is very fitting and that is a beautiful picture of Winston. My first dog Meesha will certainly be there to play with him!! They can swim together, she loved water too!
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I am so very sorry
You gave Winston a beautiful life. That was a wonderful poem and the picture; very fitting. Thank you for sharing all that you have with us. Winston was loved by many here. sweet boy
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sweet Winston He is playing at the Rainbow Bridge with those who've gone before
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You know Winston has a real special place reserved in my heart, Cindy. I'm so very sorry. My love to you and dh and to those who knew and loved Winston .
RIP Momma's Boy
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I'm so sorry about your loss, Winston will live on in your heart forever......"Rest in Peace" handsome boy.
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My condolences to you and DH on the loss of your beautiful boy.
Winston left this world knowing he was very much loved and is now free of pain. Run free, sweet Winston |
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