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To my dearest family,

some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know,

that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from the Bridge.

Here I dwell with God above.

Here there's no more tears of sadness.

Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy

just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I am with you

every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you

when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me

and He said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again,

you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family,

They'll be here later on."

God gave me a list of things,

that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list,

was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night

the day's chores put to flight,

God and I are closest to you...

in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth,

and all those loving years,

because you are only human,

they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry:

it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers,

unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you

all that God has planned.

If I were to tell you,

you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain,

though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now,

than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you

and many hills to climb;

But together we can do it

by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy

and I'd like it for you too;

That as you give unto the world,

the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody

who's in sorrow and pain;

Then you can say to God at night...

"My day was not in vain."

And now I am contented...

that my life was worthwhile.

Knowing as I passed along

I made somebody smile.

God says: "If you meet somebody

who is sad and feeling low;

Just lend a hand to pick him up,

as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street

with me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps

only half a step behind."

"And when it's time for you to go...

from that body to be free.

Remember you're not going...

you're coming here to me."

Mary in Houston

Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film.

LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE

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I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. :ohno

Yes dear Justin was just with you a short time, but in that time he was loved. That is a very important thing to remember. He went to the bridge knowing a happy and loving home where he was able to run b/c he WANTED to not b/c someone made him. You allowed him to do that. Mine was running in my fenced back yard earlier tonight and I thought of you. you are in my thoughts and prayers. We are all grieving with you. In case you haven't noticed (:)).... there is a greyt bunch of folks on this board and we all feel your pain.

hugs and soothing light your way........ :grouphug

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I'm so sorry!!! I must admit that after reading your story

when my grey arrives (will be getting my 1st next week) I

will have her on a leash until I see that she isn't scared of

my other 2 dogs. I have a chain link fence and it never

occurred to me that this could happen. Please don't blame

yourself as you were trying to do something good for your

dog and had no way of knowing that it would turn out like

this. You'll be in my prayers!!

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Guest sheila

I have no words to say of comfort or wisdom. I'm speechless. Only can echo what has already been posted. Be strong. Hugs to all of you.

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Guest MaGregory

I feel so bad for you. That must of been a horrible thing to go through! :grouphug

Just remember he had a wonderful life with you.

He loved you very much. :)

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Guest sestone

I am so sorry about your loss. I cannot imagine seeing that. I hope that you are able to find some peace and not blame yourself.

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I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for ((((you and your family)))). You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy

 

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Guest KelliO

I am so very sorry this happened to you and especially Justin. But the love you gave him in just one month, is something that he took with him. Take some time to grieve before you get another one.

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Guest Socrates

First, I'm so very sorry about your loss. Secondly, I want to say thank you for sharing.

 

We're in the process of adopting our first Grey, and I've read that it is very wise to introduce Greys to sliding-glass doors, windows, and things of that nature - clear but solid. However, I would NEVER have thought that a chain-link fence could be a hazard. Seems to me as a human that it's visible, and therefore, avoidable. However, I've been exposed to such things all of my life, whereas a Grey has not. Your sharing your most unfortunate story serves as a good and serious reminder to myself (and others, I'm sure) that one can never be too careful. Perhaps your sharing this terrible experience will help keep others from having to tell the same story. From even the most painful experiences, good things can come, so thank you.

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How terrible. I am so sorry for your loss. Justin was obviously very special and he must have been needed at the Rainbow Bridge to help the others who go there too soon :(

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Such a terrible thing to happen. You had such good intensions. I just did the very same thing last week. Brought Riley to a fenced in dog park. I was so nervous to let him lose. I did, because I thought the same as you.

I feel so awful for you. Please know that you did nothing wrong, you can not beat yourself up.

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That is horrible. Poor guy!! We sometimes forget how fast these guys can run and how much damage they can do to themselves, they are fragile. I'm sorry for your loss

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OMG! I'm so sorry for you! I haven't been on here for several weeks so I just saw your post. We lost our first grey last summer in a similar way. She ran into a branch of a fallen tree while playing in our wooded yard and ran it through her side. I was so devastated I couldn't go into the yard for weeks. I still think about it every day. I know how you felt rushing him to the vet knowing it wouldn't help. 3 more greys have not been able to fill the hole she left in our lives. We were afraid they wouldn't let us have anymore dogs because we were irresponsible. Silly, I know. Warm thoughts to all Justin's family.

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