Guest gryhndlvr Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 My beloved soulmate Willow crossed the Rainbow Bridge yesterday morning. She was a shy one when we first met, but quickly established her place in my house and my heart. She loved to sing when I sang...she would roo to cover my voice. She quickly destuffed all new toys, and divested them of squeakers. Her favorite toy was just the head part of a once stuffed and squeaky moose. She would not allow me to go to bed in peace without the usual floor snuggle and two cookies. She was, figuratively and literally, my shadow. In the shower? Poking at least her head in. Always in the kitchen helping me cook or clean or empty the trash. Sitting at the computer she had to come put her head under my arm and help. But my favorite was that she would come at me with her head down and push the top of her head into my chest and just stand like that for the longest time, or if I was not in a good position for that, then she would push her head under my arm (almost in my armpit) and just be quiet and calm there...indefinitely. Her collapse yesterday was sudden and unexpected. Hemangiosarcoma, the vet says. Large tumor on her spleen. From her collapse at 6:15 to our sending her over the bridge at 7:30, that was all. Her bed is empty and the nights especially are too quiet without her running dreams that caused her to incessantly scratch the walls and bark at the rabbit. The doorway is empty when I come home...no long brindle nose to poke into the bags to see what's for her. My heart is lost. My soulmate is gone. Wait for me, Willow. We'll be together again someday. I miss you desperately. When will the choking tears end? Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so so sorry Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 :f_white 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 vahoundlover Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so very sorry! Willow sounds like she was an awesome girlie who filled your heart with lots of memories. Willow is now running free with some of the very best, I'm sure Boss was there to greet her, he loves the pretty girls! Godspeed Willow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyscot Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 So sorry, run free Willow. :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry Jo . The Pain is unbearable and only time can ease the Pain but we are all here for you .Run free... Sweet Willow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious angel. You and your family will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 So very sorry..... deepest sympathy. The pain of loss will ease given time. but the love will not diminish... Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry. She sounds like such a special girl. May time bring you peace and comfort. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. In your lovely tribute, it is so clear that you had a very special relationship with Willow. It is so hard to say goodbye to such a cherished friend but in time may all the wonderful memories you have of your sweet girl bring you comfort. :f_pink 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 rippasmom Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry. Run free Willow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 farewell dear willow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I lost my Chloe suddenly to hemangiosarcoma. Such a shock. I am so sorry, Jo. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am sorry for your loss. Willow must have been a wonderful friend and companion. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreytMuse Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Williow. Run fast and free, Willow, until we all meet again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry for your sudden loss. It is never easy and we never have enough time. Know that your sweet girl is running and playing with our Angels and she is watching over you. My sympathy and prayers. 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 SusanP Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry. I can't tell you when your pain will end, but it will, and you'll be left with memories of her happiness in your loving home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry. 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...
knightfal Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am very sorry for your loss.... Hang in there, the tears will stop one day.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Jo- I am so sorry about Willow. I am glad you found us on GT. Robin 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...
Cully Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rascalsmom Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry.... Quote Phoebe (Belle's Sweetpea) adopted 9/2/13. Jack (BTR Captain Jack) 9/28/05--11/2/12Always missing Buddy, Ruby, and Rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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