Guest marnie Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 2005 was one of the most difficult years of my life.... On Feb 4, 2005, while driving out to the adoption kennel to do the last turn-out of the Greyhounds, a drunk driver smashed into my van. The impact flipped my van 3 times, threw me from my van and broke my hip, collor bone and eye socket and gave me a very bad brain bleed. I was in the hospital for 2 weeks and then in a wheelchair for three months before I was allowed to do physical therapy and learn how to walk again. A few days after I was put in the hospital, my 8 year old Greyhound, Barney died....then in June we had to put 14 year old Duke down, then the week before Christmas 2005 I had to put my last Greyhound down. Scotch was 12 1/2 years old and he was the first Greyhound I had ever adopted.... It was a difficult year, but I have come away from it a stronger person and I have found my faith in God once again. I feel blessed to have had those three old Greyhounds in my life and blessed to be able to work with ex-raing Greyhounds as a career. I am now the Co-Director and Adoption Coordinator of Recycled Racers greyhound adoption. On January 3rd, 2006 I adopted a brand new three year old Greyhound boy, now named Taz. His racing name was Ultra Task and he did not have a good racing career, but he has turned out to be such a very good companion for my husband and I. I still think about my three Greyhounds I lost last year, while walking past the refrigerator which is covered with old photos of Barney, Duke and Scotch. I will always miss them and always be so thankful to them for directing me into one of the most rewarding jobs I have ever had. I hope that I will always be able to work with Greyhounds until my last day on this earth. I love you boys! Marnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greysonly Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I am so sorry for your tough year. Glad to hear you have a new companion to help you through your pain of so many losses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fastdogs Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 May 2006 bring you much deserved peace and happiness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 We lost two one last week its really hard , you are in my Prayers. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ChrissyB Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 What a beautiful tribute----Your grey babies are moving you to work wonders for other retired racers. You have been truly blessed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Great new start for a great new year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest Aggie94 Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I'm so sorry for your losses. Here's to a much better 2006! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Marnie, you have certainly been to hell and back haven't you. Thank goodness you are doing well. I am sorry about Scotch, Duke and Barney but you are right, we are all so very blessed to be given the opportunity to have such wonderful loving companions in our lives even though it's never really long enough. Congratulations on your new grey and I hope and pray you all have many wonderful happy long years together. It's good to see you posting again. Take care Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DaffyToons Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Marnie, I remembering reading about your accident on the threads. I'm so sorry for your losses, but am glad that Taz found his way into your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I'm sorry to hear about Scotch. I'll always remember the silly pic you used to have of Scotch and Duke in your signature ... it always made me smile. At the same time, I'm glad to hear things are going more smoothly for you. Rest in peace, boys. You taught your momma well. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I remember well. I prayed for you and praise God you are doing better. It sounds like you are finding your purpose, and what a wonderful job it is! Many, many greys will be helped and it all started with your first 3. May God bless you as you remember them and start out with your new boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I can not imagine what it would be like to lose 3 dear pets in one year, let alone the physical trauma you have gone through. It sounds like Taz is a great cardiologist to mend your broken heart. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 Marnie, I've though of you from time to time. I'm so sorry to here that you lost Scotch too. I hope your new boy is a comfort to you. I see that Taz is related to Foxy too. Another HB's Commander grandbaby. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I am so sorry. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 (edited) Marnie! It's good to see you. I am so sad to hear that your last old boy has gone on Sending sympathy for last year's losses and best wishes for a great new year with your job and new grey(s) Edited February 10, 2006 by Burpdog Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted February 10, 2006 Share Posted February 10, 2006 I am so so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guinness_the_greyt Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 This is absolutely heart wrenching. I hope your heart heals quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NancyB Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 Marnie I'm so sorry for your losses this year, it must be unbearable I'm glad you're doing well after your accident and congrats on your new boy Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tracey Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 I'm so sorry for all you have lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 I am so sorry for all of the pain you went through last year. Sending prayers that 2006 will be a blessed and peaceful new beginning. Quote Greyhound angels at the bridge- Casey, Charlie, Maggie, Molly, Renie, Lucy & Teddy. Beagle angels Peanut and Charlie. And to all the 4 legged Bridge souls who have touched my heart, thank you. When a greyhound looks into you eyes it seems they touch your very soul. "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more then he loves himself". Josh Billings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 My heart goes out to you. I know your three boys will live on through your loving heart and the caring work you now do with greyhounds. May your new companion Taz, bring you and your DH much joy and help to heal the heartache of loss. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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