Guest NQ3X Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Never posted to GreyTalk before, though I've lurked from time to time. I just want to talk about my friend Leopold. Where can one begin to describe Leo? Leopold - aka Kiowa Betternmost - came to us on 31 July 2007, underfed and wormy, with the corner missing from one ear, and was only supposed to be with us for a few weeks. But when he woke up from a little nap and whined for a second, then picked up his head and looked at Kass, perked up, got up, and trotted over to her to get some ear scritches, we knew he couldn't leave. He'd wake up disoriented, look around until he saw one of us, then relax ("Oh, good. You're still here.") and go back to sleep. We just don't know how we're going to know when to get up in the morning, go downstairs, feed the dogs, take them out, or go to bed without our loudmouth boy ordering us around. And who's going to bark at the UPS man after he's gotten into his truck to drive away? Who's going to howl and jump at the door like he has murder in his heart when actually he's the biggest candy-ass around? Who's going to accompany Kass when she naps and make sure that Bob never sleeps for more than 30 minutes? Who's going to curl up next to us and snuggle, but complain if we rest our arms on him? Our darling Leopold will spend his time under the walnut trees, keeping us safe from The Grey Menace (pesky squirrels, always encroaching). We buried our friend and then we got the pack rooing. It's so hard, though. Leo always used to start the rooing. It just isn't right without his voice. While we were saying goodbye to you under your tree, it rained - suitable for a dapper gent, always in his tuxedo, a touch of rain pattered on the funeral cortege like something out of a Victorian romance novel. Then, after, a rainbow blessed us with its beauty, as though you were sending us a benediction from the Rainbow Bridge. Here's a poem I wrote today, 24 hours after his passing: Lo! Leopold looked aloft Hairy hackles raised high 'Gainst gray gnomes gathering Watch and ware worked this wight. Forth he fared, fearing naught, Daily daring squirrels' dread. Muttering mayhem, mickle might, Lithe Leo leaped to defend. Brave he bounded, brash and bold, Faring forth to face the foe-man, Until ended he, hale and hearty, Singing a song of sturdy swagger. No foe fought he and failed Save the sally of cells his own. Cancer creeping killed this war-dog, Striking swiftly, sent from Heol. Rests he now, regarding tree-rats, Under trees teeming with tails, Iron-will still minding master. Lies he watching, Leopold the Loving. Goodbye, Lu-Lu. We miss you so much. And we thank you for the many blessings you brought into our lives. Bob, Kass, Melody, Sebastian and Preston (McGann-Davis) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Furmom Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Welcome to GT.... speed to the bridge Leopold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Every home should be so lucky to have a Leopold. I am sorry for your loss. Godspeed, Leopold. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 we are very sorry for your loss of leopold. 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...
sabrina Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 sorry that you have lost Leopold 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...
TheFullHouse Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 What a wonderful tribute to your boy. He was obviously very loved. Godspeed Leopold. 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...
4greyhounds Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Welcome to GT, I am very Sorry it is under the terms that you just lost your boy. But we are happy you are here and able to express your sorrow because it there is anyone out there that understands it is the GT family. Leopold sounds like he was a very Special boy, your tribute and poem is Beautiful. He was Gorgeous!!!! :grouphug Run Free Leopold Please stick around and feel free to express anything you may want to talk about, this is a Great Support Group. Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5blackgreys Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote , Phoenix, Okie, Casey, and Ellie the Galga; with Aggie, Alexa, Bear,Cody, Gianni V., Missy B, Babette, Bernice, and BooBoo at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Oh, your Leopold was a beautiful boy and obviously very well loved.......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. That was a wonderful tribute to him. Godspeed, Leopold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iconsmum Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 He must have been a wonderful boy, ...all our sympathy here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest zoolaine Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I am sorry Run with the angels Leopold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Your tribute brought tears to my eyes! The poem was magnificent, and obviously written for a magnificent fellow. Godspeed Leopold. Run free with my bridge kids! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 How you loved him! And how lucky he was to have found his perfect forever family, even though it wasn't nearly long enough. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Leopold. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 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...
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robinw Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 What a wonderful tribute! Leopold came alive! I'm so sorry for your loss 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...
fliggie Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cacky Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 So sorry, blackies are the best and Leopold proves that. Huge hugs from my guys to you and yours in this time of sorrow. Pain free puppa, run with your crew, God bless, God speed and pick up your wings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I'm so sorry. It sounds like Leo was quite a character. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Forever in our hearts and leaving pawprints in the sky for all to see.. Just look, listen and feel..He will be there.. My deepest sympathy in your loss of Leopold.. I know he and Nike are up there over that bridge waiting for us to all meet again one day.. So glad you finally posted here on greytalk and know we are here for support.. Keep writing the poems.. That was beautiful.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Leopold Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Leopold was so handsome and your tribute to your much-loved boy is very beautiful. Godspeed, sweet boy. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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