2 Years Today He's Been Gone

[kjw]

Dear Cody, my angel at the bridge;

I can hardly believe that 2 years have past since you left us. I can still see you romping in the yard, and everytime I pass your tree, now called "Cody's Corner", I think of the times you spent there, snoozing happily away in the summer warmth. More often you were chasing squirrels, birds, and racing around the yard with your brother Bailey, and doing your best to turn the yard into a moonscape. I remember your cold nose nuzzled into my hand if I was outside, you were my velcro boy and stuck by my side, and my hand seemed so empty once you'd left us. You were never one to be ignored, or even to take a place behind your brother. Larger than life, you enjoyed the time you had here with every fiber of your being. We did not know that time would be so short, but no regrets here, we enjoyed every second of the time we had with you. You were closest to my heart in those first months.

 

While your brother enjoyed being an escape artist, you never tried to run away. You were happy being here, and loved Bailey a lot. He has never allowed anyone to be so close to him as you were.

 

In the 2 years you've been gone, I have thought of you every day, at first with grief, shock and horror because of how you passed. With time, I came to appreciate that you went so quickly. It was hard on us here, but so much better for you. I was also given the gift of being with you when you passed, mostly because Bailey barked to let me know something was wrong. He never used to bark in those days, so that allowed me to stay with you as you went to the bridge. That has comforted me more than anything, I think. As time has passed, we have been able to slowly heal, and while your absence is still felt, more often it is joy that I feel when I think of you, and all the times we had together. You taught me what it was to be loved by a big alpha greyhound, and there is nothing in the world to compare to that.

 

We all miss you sweetie, and one day, I will see you again.

 

[Guest guinness_the_greyt]

What a handsome boy!

[Guest Gogh4It]

[Tracey]

I remember how sudden it was. I can't help but think of him every time I see pics of your two newest boys. What a legacy he left in leading you to them . Sending hugs.

[Guest how888]

My heartfelt sympathy. What a beautiful emotional tribute to such a handsome angel. I can't wait to see them all again "Somewhere Over The Rainbow." Howie has been gone 2 years now and it seems like yesterday. Your tribute made me cry.

[WileyandBadger]

[Guest Machbragal]

Oh, what a special boy. Thank you for sharing his memory with those of us who are new to this list. How you must miss him!

[Guest ss556]

[Guest argolola]

Love never dies.

[Guest vahoundlover]

[bjnno1]

[Batmom]

I can't believe it's been two years either. What a sweetheart.

 

Hugs to his momma.

[Guest DeVon]

:grouphug :grouphug

[patricia]

What a beautiful tribute. Always in our hearts.

[CleosMom]

I'm so sorry Karen. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet Cody. But because of Cody, we've had the joy of friendship and brotherhood. Cody is gone but not forgotten.

 

We're sending you and Michelle big fat Cleo, Cole, Athena and Bella hugs.

[robinw]

i don't think i'll ever forget reading about what happened to cody. it was everybody's worst nightmare. it's hard to believe that it's been two years

Edited April 14, 2006 by robinw

[grey14me]

I remember