Pippin Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 (edited) click me A comment in a different thread got me thinking about my Angie-girl (like I hadn't already been thinking of her, this month). On Aug 29, it will be a year. I never really believed in "heart dogs." Well, not for me, at least. That was for other folks, who were different from me. I was too jaded, too cautious, and had lost too many pets over the years. I knew better than to lose my heart to a dog. As an added protection, I adopted a senior - retired brood who was over 10 years old. I knew that I wouldn't lose my heart over a dog that might only have a couple years left to share my life... it wasn't like the bonding you'd get if the hound had been with you for 10 years, or whatever. And she was a brood mama - a very independent, strong-minded lady who wasn't the least bit needy or velcro. Just what I wanted. Two independent women living together. So I was safe, with my heart safely locked up, secure from canine capers. That's what I thought, anyway. I had myself pretty convinced, actually. And then I brought Angie home. My "yeller grammaw dawg," who was so independent that I would have to step over her to enter the house when I came home. She'd be sleeping on the cold tile in front of the door, far enough back that it wouldn't hit her. She'd open her eyes to see that it was me, and go back to sleep. Seven months later, I left her with friends for 2 weeks while I went home for Mom's funeral. When I came to pick her up, she was lying on a dogbed in the front room. When she heard my voice, she raised her head and her ears perked up - that was the most excitement she had ever shown at seeing me, up to that point. Two independent women, living together. It was perfect. She always kept her independence, was more like a cat than a dog, but that was ok - it was what I had wanted. But over time, we changed. We were still two independent women, but we became interdependent. She would look at me, and I would open the door and take her outside. At bedtime, she would look at me and look at the bed, and I would make Casey move so there was room for Angie in her preferred spot (her preferred spot was at the foot of the bed - she was NOT a snuggler). We had 4 1/2 years together, and somewhere in that timeframe, she became entwined all through my heart and my mind. I watched her grow older, and wondered what it would be like when she was gone, and how I would go on. We went for a wellness exam last year, and Doc said that if we just looked at her bloodwork, we'd think she was a 12yr old dog, not almost 15. Three weeks later I left her with Dee as I prepared to go out of town on a business trip. Angie waited until I was safely away, and then let Doc and Dee know that she was ready to find that rainbow bridge she'd heard so much about. It's been almost a year since she left me, eased to the bridge by her original foster-mom/dog-sitter and my favorite vet. And I still cry over her loss. But step by step, moment by moment, I go on. I see her face, her traits, in other greys. and I smile, remembering the love I got from an independent brood mama who learned to open her own heart, and taught me to do the same. Edited August 29, 2008 by Pippin Quote Mary Semper Fi, Dad - I miss you. Remembering Carla Benoist, a Greyhound/Pibble's bestest friend, Princess Zoe Brick-Butt, the little IG with the huge impact on hearts around the world - Miz Foxy - Greyhound Trish - Batman, the Roman-nosed Gentleman - Profile, the Handsome Man - Hunky the Hunkalicious - Jeany the Beautiful Lady- Zema, the most beautiful girl in the world - Jessie, the lovable nuisance - and my 3 Greys: my Angie-girl, my Casey-girl, and The Majestic Pippin, running forever in my heart. (I will always love you and miss you,my friends) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6greyhounds Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 What a beautiful tribute to such a beautiful girl No the pain never ever goes away I am sitting here crying thinking about the ones I have lost. We know they are only here on loan but when the time comes we are never ready to say goodbye. The pain might ease a little but some little thing will bring the tears back again. Quote It is better to have loved and lostThan never to have loved at allMissing my Big Blue eyed Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SueG201 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 I lost my first greyhound way back in 1994 she was only 5 yrs old and the vet did not know about osteosarcoma in those days, she went in for " sand toes' and they thought they would just clean out her toe nails, well lo and behold she was diagnosed with osteo, it was devastating because she was my first grey girl, yaaaaaaa she had issues, but sh e was still my girly girl, I still went on and adopted many more, and yes I lost another ( my heart boy) to osteo at 10 yrs old, I will always grace my home with a greyhound even though I know I may not have them for a long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest suzq Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Well, I've had my cry for the day...it's sooo hard to lose them. Just beautiful! Well, I've had my cry for the day...it's sooo hard to lose them. Just beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudge Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 What a beautiful relationship Angie-girl and you shared. And, will always be in your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lionessgrace Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 What a touching video with wonderful pictures of your beautiful girl. Thank you for sharing her with us. Forever Angie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 Well, I've had my cry for the day...it's sooo hard to lose them. Just beautiful! Well, I've had my cry for the day...it's sooo hard to lose them. Just beautiful! If it made you cry, then I did it right. Quote Mary Semper Fi, Dad - I miss you. Remembering Carla Benoist, a Greyhound/Pibble's bestest friend, Princess Zoe Brick-Butt, the little IG with the huge impact on hearts around the world - Miz Foxy - Greyhound Trish - Batman, the Roman-nosed Gentleman - Profile, the Handsome Man - Hunky the Hunkalicious - Jeany the Beautiful Lady- Zema, the most beautiful girl in the world - Jessie, the lovable nuisance - and my 3 Greys: my Angie-girl, my Casey-girl, and The Majestic Pippin, running forever in my heart. (I will always love you and miss you,my friends) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 My heart goes out to you as I type now through the tears. I remember when Angie passed. I can't imagine your pain. Your tribute to Angie is just beautiful. So many of those pictures and traits are very much like my Alan, a half-brother to your Angie, sharing Wigwam Wag as their sire. May you find peace knowing that you two bonded and had wonderful time together and that she is watching over you every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Beautiful, beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 (edited) ....that was beautiful, simply beautiful, both the video and what you wrote about her. Sitting here crying, but feeling so blessed to have shared my life with such amazing souls having lost 2 of my own. I wouldn't have it any other way....thank you for sharing your girl with us. Edited August 14, 2008 by jettcricket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 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...
4greyhounds Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 That is a Beautiful Tribute, she was one SPECIAL girl. and she is waiting at the Rainbow Bridge until you meet again. Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Your tribute made me cry. What a very precious soul she was... never forgotten. 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...
MarcR Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 An eloquent tribute to a special hound... thank you Quote Marc and Myun plus Starbuck (the cat)Pinky my AWOL girl, wherever you are, I miss you.Angels Honey (6/30/99-11/3/11) Nadia (5/11/99-6/4/12) Kara (6/5/99-7/17/12) Cleo (4/13/2000-4/19/2014) Antnee (12/1/2002=2/20/17) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Thank you angel Angie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyglo Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 An eloquent tribute to a special hound... thank you Ditto from here - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 A lovely tribute to a most lovely -and special-lady. Thank you for sharing her love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jerrybird Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Teary here too. I hope you don't mind but I think we all see a little of our own lost hounds in your tribute to Angie. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Remembering your very special Angel with you. 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...
grey14me Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 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...
Fiona3 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Extremely moving and lovely tribute. (tears flowing here)! You have captured everything beautiful and special about your relationship with Angie. As Jerrybird said - "we can see a little of our own lost hounds in your tribute." Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mdituro Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 If it made you cry, then I did it right. Yep, Mary, you did it right - it made me cry, too! :weep That was just beautiful - thank you for sharing those beautiful pictures of Angie. Brings back memories of our first girl who left us almost 2 years ago - I still cry looking at her pictures, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 You made her shine, Mary. Rest well, unforgettable Angie girl. 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...
fourofem Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 You did it so right...I was at work and cried like a baby. That was a beautiful tribute and it sounds like the two of you came together for a reason. Quote Blair, Stella (DND Heather), Lizzie (M's Deadra), Hitch (Hallo Dominant) and House (Mac's Dr. House) Missing my handsome men Lewis (Vs Lowrider) - 11/11/01 - 3/11/09, Kevin (Dakota's Hi Five) - 1/1/06 - 4/18/11 and my cat, Sparkle Baby - ??/??/96 - 4/23/11 "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind." (Theodorus Gaza) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 You made her shine, Mary. Rest well, unforgettable Angie girl. She didn't need me for that, Jey. Quote Mary Semper Fi, Dad - I miss you. Remembering Carla Benoist, a Greyhound/Pibble's bestest friend, Princess Zoe Brick-Butt, the little IG with the huge impact on hearts around the world - Miz Foxy - Greyhound Trish - Batman, the Roman-nosed Gentleman - Profile, the Handsome Man - Hunky the Hunkalicious - Jeany the Beautiful Lady- Zema, the most beautiful girl in the world - Jessie, the lovable nuisance - and my 3 Greys: my Angie-girl, my Casey-girl, and The Majestic Pippin, running forever in my heart. (I will always love you and miss you,my friends) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.