MP_the4pack Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I've been putting this off long enough. I guess I'd better get this done. I lost my Pearl after many years of fighting heart disease and hypertension, to that insidious disease we collectively know as cancer last Friday. It was an incredibly fast growing cancer. Fibrosarcoma. Multiple liver tumors were measured at 20 cm. in less than 2 weeks after splenectomy surgery in which they were undetected. I still have three girls, Onyx, the old lady at 14, Diamond, Pearl's sister who lost her leg to OS just 3 months ago, and Opal, the 5 yr old. As much as I hate to say it, the three of them put together can't fill Pearl's paws. Pearl was my heart and soul. She forced me to overcome my grief at the loss of Brindle 8 yrs ago. She'd been with me only 3 weeks at that time. And there was no grieving if she had any say in the matter. She was the goofball Topaz was. I had lost Topaz 2 yrs earlier and she was the reason I adopted Pearl. I needed a white/black goofy girl. Here she's leaping onto the bed. She was diagnosed with heart disease the next year and hypertension a year or two after that. But no one could ever tell that she was the "sick" one in my pack. She was the most active of the four of them. Only me and her doctors knew. She played fetch. Always returning the stuffie to me to throw again. She was a southpaw. Yup....dogs are left handed or right handed just like people. And she was left handed. She played yoo-hoo. (the canine version of hide and go seek). She gave me hugs. Big hugs. She smiled. It was a little smile, crooked, that I said was an Elvis smile. (4 of the 6 greys I've owned smiled that toothy grin that looks like a snarl) She played a mean tug-o-war with me, Opal or both of us in a three way tug. She always sounded like she was going to kill her sister when they played. But she growled like that only with her sister (Diamond) and it was just play. She would greet me with a high pitched squeal when I came home from work (God I'm going to miss that). She snuggled on the couch with me. She slept in bed with me. If I was in my office, she was there. There's no one here in the office with me now as I write this. There was no one on the sofa or bed last night. She would never let me put on my coat without asking "can I come too?" I put on my coat yesterday to shovel snow. No one knew I left the house. And.....she loved the snow. She missed the big storms this week. (it figures) If I needed to get Pearl into the car alone (like to take her for her BP exam) all I had to do was give her "the look" and she would sneak to the door leading to the car. She LOVED the car and having solo rides with her Momma. I feel like I'm dogless now. I so need a hug. Goodbye my baby. Momma misses you SO MUCH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 mary pat, we are very sorry for the loss of your beloved pearl. hugs to you. Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greysonly Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss she was beautiful. I know that empty feeling. Sending hugs! My Jazz did a lot of those things the high pitch scream when anyone would come home. I am so sorry. Run free sweet Pearl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 That was beautiful. There are no words to help ease your pain, but I am so very sorry. You both knew that you were so loved. 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...
PrairieProf Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. What an adorable and amazing girl she obviously was! I've never seen anything like those hugs. I hope in time the pictures help you hold on to many happy memories. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ref Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I'm so very sorry you have lost Pearl. What a gorgeous girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so sorry. Pearl was beautiful. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 This brought me to tears I'm so very sorry for the loss of your special Pearl 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 That last picture on the beach did it for me!! What a huge loss and I am so sorry she had to leave. God speed to you baby girl, knowing how very much you are loved and will be missed. You fought your fight with such dignity and grace. Please continue to watch over your mom as you run with all the Angels. 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...
TheFullHouse Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Oh I'm so very sorry. I was just wondering how she was doing. My heart goes out to you. Godspeed Pearl. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 This is a beautiful tribute to your amazing girl. It can only feel like a tremendous loss. Thank you for sharing this. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 My heart fell when I saw the header. I am so sorry for the loss of Pearl. She was a brave lady for so long. 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...
Guest Plygreygirl Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Sending as many hugs as you need !!! and then a few more !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Sending my sympathy. Thank you for writing about her. She is very special and did a good job with you Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Oh Mary Pat you have put in 1 rough year & this was the topper, so very sorry for your loss Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Our hearts take them in without hesitation, knowing full well that we will have to let them go before we are ready. We do it knowing only that the love and joy that they give us is so much more than the pain of saying goodbye. I'm so sorry that you have had to say goodbye to your precious Pearl. Her memories will fill your heart so she is with you always. L. 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 greymama002 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) My heart breaks for you; the last picture shows what true soulmates you were indeed. The time we have with them is never enough. Run free most precious Pearl and keep watching over your mama! Edited February 10, 2010 by greymama002 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Such a beautiful girl.......I'm very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mcsheltie Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Thank you so much for sharing Pearl. I know how hard that was to write. You two have such a special bond, she is still with you and she will always be there. May the wonderful memories of her love help you thru this, until you meet again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so very sorry. There is nothing one can say that can help with the loss of such a special girl. Godspeed Pearl. 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...
Rickiesmom Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. Some dogs weave themselves into the fiber of our being, and Pearl was and is a big part of you. I hope she sends you a sign. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Beautiful pictures and words to match.. I am so sorry.. : Oh sweetie, run free over that rainbow.. Momma misses you and loved you so much.. I know it's too early to think about it but when I read this I thought if only you could open your heart someday to another waiting for a forever home.. Your home is so warm and cozy.. Pearl, send momma a sign.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 What a special bond you had. I'm so sorry. Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Beautiful photo's and what an incredibly moving tribute to your special girl. The bond you had with Pearl can never be broken......she is with you in your heart. 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...
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