Annette Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 We weren’t planning on adopting you. I was still in school. We were going to wait just a few more months before considering adopting another son or daughter. Chance stepped in. Your dad found a Greyhound wandering the streets. He had no problem coaxing him into the back of the car and brought him home. I called around to the area adoption groups. Your dad found the hound’s parents while I was still making calls. I was talking about your brother Icabod (who you never knew) to the man who had you. He told me that he just got back a sweet little girl. She was shy and lived in a bad situation. I told him no, we weren’t ready to adopt. I only had a few weeks left of school. A week later I called back, “can we come and meet her?” Next thing we knew, you were climbing into the back of the car. We were not prepared for a new hound child. There was no dog food or dog beds anymore at home. On the way home we stopped and picked up food and treats for you. I couldn’t help but wonder what you were thinking when we took you home that day. I was sure you understood what we were talking about and we had no food for you. You had to be confused. And to top it off, you were riding in a car made by a company that had been out of business for 9 years. Could you possibly trust riding in a dinosaur? You made it home with us in that old dinosaur. We adopted you not knowing if you were kitty safe, so on went the muzzle when you met the kitties. Spooky who was afraid of no dog was afraid of you in your muzzle. He soon learned otherwise. Then there was Lefty. You weren’t afraid of her, you were just nervous over the entire chain of events. You just wanted her off your bed. As time went on, you and Lefty came to an understanding. You were Alpha over everyone and Lefty was also alpha over everyone but you. Taffy was a shy little girl and you got to know her over the years. You were also very shy. You were even afraid of your dad, grandpa and men in general. Also, if something looked like a stick, smelled like a stick, it was a stick, even if it was a soda bottle or a rolled up newspaper. Just the sight sent you running to hide. We took you out and about to help you get over your fears. Some friends were members of the Harley Owner’s Group and were part of an event called the “Mayor’s Ride” that originated in one of the 4-H barns at the fair grounds. It was a fundraiser for the local humane society. They wanted us to come with all our Greyhound friends to show all these people how wonderful you were. There were going to be hundreds of Harleys in the barn before the ride and our friend Mary said not to come too early before all the bikes were there because the rumble would surely scare you. Being only human, we got there early (something unusual for us!) and you just shook at the sight and sounds of the bikes outside the barn. We were so sorry and upset. We were ready to take you back home. Then along came Pharaoh, a tall, handsome fawn colored boy. He was your knight in shining armor; you stuck to him like glue for the rest of the day. The event lasted until 4:00pm. That was a long time for you and your Greyhound friends. We were going to leave at 1:00pm, and the rest of the hounds did. You were just getting into the show by then, so we stayed for the duration. You turned into a perfect ambassador, batting your eyes at the “big, tough Harley Dudes” so they would pet you. At the end of the day when the bikers were leaving, you didn’t shake a bit. You didn’t even budge when the bikes passed in what seemed like inches from your nose. You just slept. As time passed, you became the Alpha Queen that we loved. When we babysat for two friends (a black lab and cocker spaniel), you let it be known that you were the queen of your castle. They were not allowed on any furniture. The lab was to overweight to even jump on the couch, but the cocker spaniel so wanted to sleep on the furniture. You eventually gave in, letting her have just one chair to sleep on. You were confident with your authority over other dogs. Why, you even sent a German Shepherd running with his tail between his legs when he got to fresh with you. Even your cousin Ollie, who is alpha over all that enter his castle, had to bow down to you. On that Thanksgiving Thursday, you took his easy chair and ignored his pleas to move. Ollie begged all the humans to have you move, but we didn’t. Ollie was knocked down a peg by you. You were a sweet and wonderful girl who liked to run in a star pattern. Not an oval or a figure eight. You wanted to be different than the others. You were and you were ours. Scarlett Mattson, Princess of Whine, OBH February 1993 – October 8, 2005 Quote Annette, mom to Banjo (AJN Spider Man) & Casey (kitty), wife to Roy. Mom to bridgekids: Wheat (GH), Icabod (GH), Scarlett (Cab's Peg Bundy), Rhett (Kiowa Day Juice), Dixie (Pazzo Dixie), Pogo/Gleason (Rambunctious), and Miriam (Miriam of Ruckus) and Spooky, Taffy, Garfield, & Lefty (kitties) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 What a beautiful tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 I have been thinking about everyone at your house this week. Sending gentle hugs. Enjoy all the happy memeries. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mimosasmom Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 What a beautiful tribute. I was thinking the same thing. Hugs to you and your family. What is OBH? Quote Camille, Mom to Cher and Centeno! Also the kitties: Dash, Tod, and Starburst.Waiting at the Bridge: Bam Bam, Mimi, Mimosa Grove, Magic, Roscoe, Buckwheat, Knick Knack, and Skylar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 I was thinking of her this week. God bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annette Posted October 8, 2006 Author Share Posted October 8, 2006 That's her title from the Greyhounds Reach the Beach board. Scarlett, Princess of Whine, OBH - Order of the Brave Heart, for her battle with cancer. Annette Quote Annette, mom to Banjo (AJN Spider Man) & Casey (kitty), wife to Roy. Mom to bridgekids: Wheat (GH), Icabod (GH), Scarlett (Cab's Peg Bundy), Rhett (Kiowa Day Juice), Dixie (Pazzo Dixie), Pogo/Gleason (Rambunctious), and Miriam (Miriam of Ruckus) and Spooky, Taffy, Garfield, & Lefty (kitties) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greymom Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 What a beautiful tribute to a very special member of the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheFullHouse Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 What a beautiful, loving tribute to your sweet baby. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 (edited) Beautiful tribute! I was just looking at the picture of her that you had sent, she was just beautiful! Run free sweetie! Edited October 8, 2006 by greytbookert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 Rest well, unforgettable gallant girlie. 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...
grey14me Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 :grouphug 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...
patricia Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 I also have been thinking of you. I still have Scarlett's picture right here on my desk...I look at her every day and I know that she is playing with our Angel Sophia. :grouhug 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 Snowy8 Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 What a sweet sweet story, thank you for sharing it with us...I know you miss her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 How beautiful....I can't believe it's been a year. I still have the picture you sent us at Christmas up on my shelf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lotsahounds Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 A beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 I am sorry. You can tell how much she was loved and how much she gave you in return. Run free sweet girl. Quote Pam with greys Avril, Dalton & Zeus & Diddy the dachshund & Miss Buzz the kitty Devotion, Jingle Bells, Rocky, Hans, Harbor, Lennon, NoLa, Scooter, Naomi and Scout at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 My heart goes out to you - there is never enough time with those we love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Like others her picture is above my desk. I have been thinking of her and you this weekend. 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...
Guest VaGreymom Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Just like everyone else, I have thought of her this entire week end. What a beautiful tribute to your beautiful girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DoneRacin Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 After reading your beautiful tribute, I feel like I knew Scarlett, so ofcourse, the tears come. for your during this difficult time. Beautiful flowers in memory of Scarlett. Scarlett, may you run happily and pain free with Mattie and all of our other friends at the bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Your little girl is now playing with our Larry , Slick , and The REV who are members of CMA . Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytgirl Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Floods of tears reading that sending my love and thoughts to you all at this sad time .What a happy life you gave your Princess. Run free lovely girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 Annette,I was thinking of Scarlett and your family this weekend also. So beautiful it is how you wrote about her,about Scarlett being "a sweet and wonderful girl who liked to run in a star pattern". Bless her heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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