JedsMom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 (edited) Jed is gone. It was very peaceful. I am devastated and I want to give him a good tribute, but that will have to wait. I love you, Mister Boy. *** Growing up, I always wanted a dog. I don’t know when I realized I wanted a greyhound, but for years before I was finally able to get a dog, I knew a greyhound was the dog for me. When DH and I moved to North Carolina, everything just seemed to line up for us to finally get our dog. There was even an adoption group within 5 miles from our apartment! It was meant to be. Our first few visits to the adoption agency, we met and liked a huge fawn boy, (95 pounds!) named Tank. Tank went to his forever home the week before we were ready to adopt, but a new haul of dogs had come in just that week, too. DH and I let all the males out into the play yard. Several of them started running around and having a great time. One white and fawn boy chose to stand with me instead. As I started petting him, he leaned against my leg. We had found our dog. Jed’s first weeks home were a learning experience for all of us, me, DH and Jed. Our adventures including carrying him out of the house three times a day for walkies because he was too scared to go out on his own and my panicked call to the adoption agency (which was also a vet’s office) because I thought Jed had some swelling from his neuter... while I was on the phone I realized that he was just glad to see me... Jed slowly learned how to be a pet. He learned that when we pet him, we didn’t want anything from him except to show him love. He learned that toys were for attacking, chewing, throwing and play-bowing. I’ll never forget the first time he played with a stuffy. It was on 9/11. DH and I were watching the news, I was crying, and then out of nowhere, Jed bounded through the air and pounced on a hedgehog. I always thought he realized DH and I needed something, and so he, as he would continue to do throughout his life, gave us a laugh. We brought home Ripple 6 months after adopting Jed. She was the exact opposite from him, walking into our home like she owned the place. She was exactly what Jed needed. Ripple isn’t afraid of anything, and Jed would have followed her anywhere. They became a pair. There wasn’t one without the other. It was always Jed and Ripple. Jed traveled with us all over the Southeast. He’s traveled to Atlanta, Asheville, Charlotte, the North GA mountains, the North Carolina beaches, West Virginia and South Carolina. One of my favorite trips with Jed and Ripple was to Athens, Ga, where I went to school. Walking around campus with my dogs is a memory I’ll always treasure. He was a first-class traveler, always enjoying new places and adapting to hotel-life. He even got used to riding in elevators. All of our family loved Jed. From our young nieces and nephews, to DH’s 84-year old grandfather (who would crawl around on the floor saying “C’mere boy, c’mere”). There wasn’t much not to love about Jed. He was easy-going. As long as he had his bed, his toys and his Mama, he was happy. If you wanted to become his friend, you could buy his love with treats or ear-skritches. Jed was my first dog. I loved him so much and I loved how he loved me. He was always in the same room I was in, watching me, those big brown eyes always following me. The cancer changed a lot about Jed, he stopped playing, he stopped enjoying walkies... at the end he even stopped enjoying food... but even when he was my hop-along Jed on 3 legs, he still followed me, he still had to be with me, my sweet boy. Once we got the cancer diagnosis, my biggest fear became a broken leg. I am so thankful that we were able to avoid that. Friday evening our vet came out to the house and, when we were ready, we let Jed go. It was so peaceful. Jed was surrounded by me and DH. Ripple was there, too. He died with me stroking his head and telling him he was a good boy and that I loved him. I’m so thankful it was able to be that way. I’ll be grateful for that forever. It’s so hard to believe that I won’t see him again. I keep looking for him. I didn’t want to get out of bed this morning and see his empty bed. Ripple, on the other hand, is doing great. She’s doing so much better than I thought she would. I know that as time passes this will get easier, but right now, it’s just so d@mn hard. My heart hurts and there’s a lump in my throat that won’t ease. I didn’t know I was capable of this many tears. I think I’ll feel better once Jed is back at home. I love you, Mister Boy. I miss you so much it hurts. But I’m glad you’re not hurting anymore - the horrible cancer can’t hurt you anymore. P.S. Jed: You always wondered how we knew it was you who got in the garbage. It was the coffee grounds in your teeth, Mr. Boy. They gave you away every time! Edited November 30, 2008 by JedsMom Quote Daisy & Eli, the crazy hounds, and Bella & Zoe, the curly kitties,and Jed (10.30.98 - 11.28.08) & Ripple (3.25.99 - 8.20.09) together again at the bridgewith Cleo-Kitty (10.8.1988 - 7.26.2007) always in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Run free sweet baby boy. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Oh Diana! I'm so very sorry. :cry1 Run with the wind Jed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Godspeed good boy They must need a lot of help from good dogs at the bridge lately, becaue so many have left us to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 The night sky seems so much brighter lately. Another star added to light the night.. Quote The more I see of man, the more I like dogs. ~Mme. de Staël Missing my Bridge Angels Ryce, Bo, Jim, Miss Millie, Miss Rose, Gustopher P Jones (Pimpmaster G), Miss Isabella and Miss Star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so very sorry. Run pain free with the angels now sweet Jed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Run with the angels dear boy, and watch over those who love you. You are young once again, and pain free. Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyKarma Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 My heart hurts for you please take care. Quote CAROL & Molleigh (Queen Molly)My Angel Girl (Slippy's Molly) ~ Thank you for sending me your namesake ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Jed. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Once again, the heavens shine a little brighter. I do hate cancer. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RobinM Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SkinnyLegDogLover Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Run free, handsome Jed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Many hugs and prayers for you. Run Free Sweetie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Diana, I am so very sorry for your loss. Run with the angels Sweet Jed, you are with some of the very best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelseysmom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I'm so very sorry. Jed surely felt surrounded by love and I'm so glad you were able to give him that final gift at home and in peace. Quote Chris, with Bixby (aka Clive Bixby, fka Taplin's Bull) and the feline buggle brothers, Oliver and Salem. Kelsey (Watch the Kick), forever in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest joedogs_mom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Our sweet Joe no doubt met your Jed at the bridge...we had to let Joe go on Tuesday night. Know that you are in my thoughts...we are kind of a mess but making it. Many hugs and my sympathies... Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batmom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Sending warmest hugs. Godspeed, handsome boy. 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...
Guest LolasMom Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I am so very sorry. Run free precious angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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