MisserGil Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Toby… aka TB Nitro BlueDog December 5, 1998 – April 8th, 2009 Toby, what can I say about you. You came to us through fate. You were always our pony dog, jumping and bucking around like a pony when we came home. Your energy was amazing but on the other hand you were always standing there to be petted. You touched so many hearts and were loved by everyone who met you. You raced until you were almost 5, and even then you were spoiled rotten. Troy made sure you had the best of everything while racing and you won a major spot in his heart as well. You always preferred being loved on to even eating. You tolerated me dressing you up in ridiculous costumes but loved the attention that you got, Always the Showman. When a leash came out, you were ready to go. At Meet and Greets you were a Gentle Giant, showing people that no matter how big you were, you were gentle and loving. If you someone didn’t pet your head, you made sure it was where they could reach it and would gently nudge them until they complied with your demands. As our oversized puppy, you amused us all of the time with your antics.. When you would come in from outside, you would fly across the room, pouncing on a toy or dog bed and sliding across with your front bowed to the floor. You are free from pain now my friend. You are running and chasing whatever you can find at the Bridge. And I know deep in my heart there are many old friends to play with. You have close friends and loved ones to show you around and teach you the ropes at the Bridge. And as you run, you have a song playing in your ears… “Born to be Wild”. We will always love you and know you will be waiting for us when our time comes. You will greet us as you always did, bouncing around, that goofy grin and loving face.. We love you and miss you so much.. Almighty God, Author of all creation, By your gentle power, be present for this special creature of your making and our steadfast friend Toby. Fill his eyes with a light that he may see beyond this world to a home within your love, where pain is gone and physical facility is forgotten. Ease his fear as you brush away our tears. Let death be gentle as nightfall, promising a new day when sighs of grief turn to expressions of praise that you shared this beautiful creature with those of us gathered at his side. Now Run Boy. Run to the Master of us all. Amen. By, Rev Jonathan L Heaslet, Senior Pastor St Johns United Church of Christ Written especially for Toby. Quote <b>These of course are just my humble opinions and in no way express the thoughts or ideas of the management, staff or members of this or any other board.. </b>James River Greyhounds, Richmond VAHomer, Gunnar and Scarlett,... Bridge Kids, Belle, Toby, Tanner, Pumpkin, Dimples and Tyrone, Willis, Duncan, Clea,Cable and Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysandmollie Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Gil....so sorry Toby had to leave you so soon..... Quote Donna and...Lucy and Chubb Rascal H 10/1/91-5/22/04 My best friend and Bounty Boon 1/23/99-6/25/07 My boy with the biggest heart Cody 7/28/99-8/1/13 My boy that always made me laugh and Dylan 5/12/04-12/29/2017 The sweetest boy ever Miss Mollie 1/1/99-1/30/15 and Pixie -10/10/2017 Lincoln -2/14/2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Oh Gil, I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 (edited) oops, double post. Edited April 9, 2009 by argolola Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calif_chaz Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 What a beautiful, perfect prayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximum Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 What beautiful words to honour such a precious boy...Run Free, Toby. Quote My boys, together again... A hui hou kakou, my loves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 What a sweet tribute and wonderful prayer. Godspeed Toby knowing that you are greatly loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smday Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm so sorry. Loved the prayer. Quote Lexi the pointeresque mutt (1999), Homer the chi mix (2010) and Lacey the ? (2009). Always remembering Dita, Best, Oba, Bubba, and the others at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Oh Gil... I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyt2love Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful prayer for Toby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Rest well Toby. Thinking of you at this difficult time Gil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 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...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Gil I am so very sorry for your loss Run with the Angels sweet Toby, you are with some of the very very best ~ What a beautiful prayer for sweet Toby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I am so sorry Gil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I am so very sorry for your loss. That is a beautiful prayer. May your memories 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I am sorry it was his time to leave you, a boy well loved. Toby, run with all the Angels handsome, and please continue to watch over those who love you. Beautiful prayer 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 TBSFlame Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 What a beautiful pray for your boy. I am so sorry for your great loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Gil, I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free handsome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 :cry1 I'm so sorry, Gil. What a beautiful prayer... Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm so sorry, Gil Godspeed, Toby...you sure were a beautiful boy and so very loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Oh, Gil, I'm so very sorry. Quote Mary in Houston Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film. LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed Toby! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I am so very sorry for the loss of your treasured boy. GOD SPEED TOBY Toby's prayer is one of the most touching I've ever read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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