iluvgreys Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 With a heavy heart and copious tears, I held Derby in my lap as she passed peacefully last night, freed from OSA and the intractable pain in her leg. Gone in just 6 short weeks. Your prayers and light helped us immensely, and for that I am forever grateful to GT’rs. Such a special girl deserves to be remembered. Derby asked for so little, and gave so very much. She was a two-time bounce, first losing her elderly Daddy of 7 years to cancer and being loyal and faithful to him throughout many months of intense illness. She was then given to a neighbor family who kept her in the backyard, only allowing her inside in the late evening to sleep. When their kids became teens that were too busy for a pet, the adoption group was called to pick her up. I’ll never forget walking up to that house on a busy street (4 lanes of traffic) in Long Beach and seeing the front door open and Derby walking out unleashed. My heart was in my throat! After croaking out “Can we go inside to talk?” I discovered that Derby had been trained to be off leash for years, and had never run into the street on any of her outings to the local parks. Angels must have been working overtime for this precious girl! Derbs, who was 9 by then, was only my foster for a week before she claimed her spot in my heart, and made friends with my other two hounds and the stinkin’ cats, as surely she would call them. It took her probably two months to really know that she had a permanent place inside my home. It just broke my heart to send her out to potty, and then find that she’d laid down in the grass/dirt where she planned to spend the rest of her day. My heart leaped for joy the first time (and every time thereafter) she came back to the door, asking to come back in with her big grin and happy tail. She helped to heal Wells’ grief over losing his companion Sandee, and had such a calming presence. She was always my #1 choice for visits to my office and truly had a magical touch with my difficult clients. She later worked with me at the skilled nursing facility where she quickly grew a fan club. It was especially hard for me today to share the sad news with her elderly friends. Derby never barked, except for woofies in her sleep, but had a huge vocabulary of whines and nose pokes that alerted me to her needs for timely meals, walks and tummy rubs. Her goofy side of helicopter tails and playbows were reserved for a select few only. Derby lived for cookies, laying in fresh glass, car rides and walks. She was a nearly perfect greyhound, winning over many hearts at show & tells and presenting the “perfect dog” persona at home visits of anxious would-be adopters. Our last day together will stay with me always… sharing hours outside on the grass with her napping in my arms. She leaves a big hole in my heart and a very noticeable absence in my home. I know she was met at the Bridge by her loving Daddy and a happy Wells, and will someday greet me. Until then, she’ll have lots of room for snuggles in my heart space. I love you and miss you babygirl… go run in the endless grassy fields and find the Burpdog biscuit tree. 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 tricolorhounds Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm so very sorry... She was very BEAUTIFUL Run Free Derby Girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BooMooandDoo Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Run Free Sweet Derby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dirtydog Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 The tears stream down my cheeks as I read your wonderful tribute to Derby. You brought Derby to our home visit shortly after she came to live with you. That was our first introduction to you and our first "up close and personal" visit with a greyhound. I can still see my husband laying on the carpet in our living room giving Derby rubbies while we talked about the wonderful world of Greyhounds. We've had a lot of fun times with you and Derby since that day. We feel very honored to have been part of her life. There is a favorite song of mine that reminds us that there are angels among us, sent down from somewhere up above - they wear so many faces......To show us how to live, to teach us how to give,To guide us with a light of love. I truely believe you and Derby were angels in each others lives. And now, she is an Angel watching over you until you meet again. You gave Derby the greatest gift possible, a wonderful life and freedom from suffering when it was time. We share your loss and hope that all the wonderful memories will help ease the pain in your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 i'm so sorry 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...
Guest kaotic1 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 OH gosh... so very sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest darlene Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Derby is now a beautiful angel. Run free sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so sorry....Run free beautiful Derby Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm typing through tears as I read your lovely tribute to a precious angel. No doubt my angel daughter, Carla, is petting her right now. May God bless you and heal your broken heart. Thank you for giving Derby a wonderful rest of her life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 So very sorry for your loss. Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm so sorry. Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 8_Greyt_Greys Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful girl. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FountainLady Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Run free sweet angel girl Quote CORY and CRICKET - Solitary Tremble & CASPER - Pj's Mia Farrow* With CAPT. GUS - Solitary Trigger, RAINY - Peach Rain, PUP - Red Zepher, DOC - CTW Fort Sumpterand MAX - Shiowa's Silver Maxamillion / Afghan .... all waiting at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Aggie94 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tammara Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 My deepest sympathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so very sorry. May peace be with you. Run free Sweet Derby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Sending my sympathy I know how you feel. I'm sure Ivey met her and they are running like the wind once again. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am sorry for your loss. What a beautiful Angel. Run Free Sweet Derby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest vahoundlover Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so sorry What a beautiful tribute for a special pup. May your memories someday give you great comfort and joy in having this special girlie in your life. Godspeed Derby, keep an eye on your mom and send her a rainbow as soon as you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DogDayzGreyz Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so sorry. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do. God Speed, Sweet Derby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Che_mar_Cody Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 (edited) I feel your pain, you were a special love that she needed. I'm sure she's looking down at you now, watching.. You'll meet again I'm sure...... Our thoughts are with you. Pam & Cody Edited November 16, 2006 by Che_mar_Cody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madeara Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Run pain free Derby I am sorry for your loss Quote "To err is human, to forgive, canine" Audrey, Nova, Cosmo and Holden in NY - Darius and Asia you are both irreplaceable and will be forever in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tampagreymom Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl. She will be met at the Rainbow Bridge by all of our bridge angels who will welcome her. I feel your pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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