Guest salvadorshuman Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 Nearly one year ago (It was May 11, 2005) I lost my beloved Salvador to osteo. Not a day goes by that I don't miss him, but what prompts me to re-join greytalk, and post this remembrance is that yesterday I finally got brave enough to bring his ashes home. It took me a long while to feel ready to face the absolute finality of holding my boy in a little can instead of in my arms and lap. Strangely enough, now that he is home with me I feel such relief and peace. I don't know what to do with his ashes, I'm not strong enough yet to sprinkle them, but I know now that he is home. For the first time since he left for the bridge, I know that I will love a greyhound again. With much sadness and with much joy I contacted my local retired racer adoption agency today. I wanted you all to be the first to know... In Salvador's memory, I'm chipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 I'll bet it helps. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 Thats greyt news... I bet Salvador sends you just the right Hound... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 I'm so happy that Salvador is home, and that you're now able to choose a new friend Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 I know Salvador is smiling down on you for adopting another hound. God bless you as you remember him and start a new life with another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 In Salvador's memory, I'm chipping. I am so happy you are chipping. I think you will find that true healing will come from another greyhound. We too lost our first greyhound to osteo and it was so painful but now I can think about Hawk without crying but I think of how much he taught me about this wonderful breed. I adopted Beecher in memory of Hawk, and I thought I could never love another one like I did Hawk but I did and I do. Congratulations on making that call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted April 1, 2006 Share Posted April 1, 2006 I'm glad you were finally able to bring him home. For me to do this it has brought a sense of comfort, I hope it brings the same for you. And I'm glad you are now able to think about adopting again, I believe it truly helps heal the heart. I did the same.... Hugs to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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patricia Posted April 2, 2006 Share Posted April 2, 2006 I know your Angel will send a very special babe your way...or maybe two! 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...
Guest OnecoRose Posted April 2, 2006 Share Posted April 2, 2006 I can feel your sorrow. I lost my lst grey to Osteo too. I adopted Misty shortly after, and it helped a lot with the pain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted April 3, 2006 Share Posted April 3, 2006 When I lost Howie I was so devistated and prayed for an answer. I was so torn apart a part of me died inside and I knew Howie would send me a sign. Here it came through the computer and his name is now Nike. I'm so glad you decided to give another one a home. God Bless and know we are here for support day and night. Have Faith for I know Salvador will send you the right one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted April 3, 2006 Share Posted April 3, 2006 I'm sure Salvador will send you a very special pup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted April 3, 2006 Share Posted April 3, 2006 I know too well the pain of losing a beloved greyhound to osteo. I'm glad that Salvador's ashes bring you comfort, and that your heart is ready to welcome another greyhound into your life. 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...
Guest SYMBASMOMMY Posted April 3, 2006 Share Posted April 3, 2006 What a brave mommy you are....I know you hold Salvador forever in your heart....you do not need to decide what to do with his ashes now....I have a feeling Salvador will send you a new greyhound puppy to love soon and he will smile and his light will shine on you....my thoughts are with you on this day.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted April 3, 2006 Share Posted April 3, 2006 It's good to see you again I'm glad Salvador is home. You don't have to do anything with his ashes! My kids are lined up on the bookcase by the fireplace. Some day I'll send them up north to be buried along with Chrissy. But, for now, they don't care. Probably like being home! Congratulations on the chipping!!!!! It's a wonderful happening. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jeannejj Posted April 4, 2006 Share Posted April 4, 2006 I am glad to hear that you are healing. Salvador will guide a pup your way. Be sure to come back and show us your new pup. Peace to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 :grouphug Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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