Guest Grhndad Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 It's been 10 years since I lost my little black girl, Lola. The one that started us on this greyt odyssey we have been on. Ten long years, yet at times it seems like yesterday. I often wonder why she was taken from me so soon and at such a young age, 6. I could have coped better if she had been ill but to have her healthy and playing one minute and be gone a few seconds later is hard to comprehend. Was it part of a master plan by the almighty? I can only assume it was, but that doesn't lessen the hurt. Was it necessary to lose Lola in order for the others to come? It's almost like she knew exactly which one to bring in. some young, some older but all a perfect fit. She was the perfect one. The one that everyone wants to have at least once. Like a lot of girls, she loved to shop. She was the stuffie shopper. She would go up and down the toy asle at Petsmart looking for new stuffies. When she found one, she would get it and bring it to Janie to put in the basket. Of all of our greys, she was the only shopper. It was Lola that taught Vinka and Katie about home life and playing with stuffies. After we built the play yard, Lola and Vinka would spend hours over there running and playing. Running laps until they couldn't, rest a few minutes and start again. I watched heart broken as Vinka, the following day, laid down in the spot Lola died . I watched with tears in my eyes as Vinka with her happy tail licked the plastic bag containing Lola's remains as I transfered them to the urn. So many visions remain with me to this day. However, to me, most are not the ones you would like to remain. Some are like snapshots others are like a movie, Three girls standing under the oak tree in the shade, the start of the chase, the stumble, the fall, the last gasp of breath, then gone before I could even get to her. How I wish these visions would go away, maybe one day they will. Oh yes, my little black sweetie is with me, in spirit, all of the time.She makes sure I know that but it's not the same. doG, I miss my baby girl!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 :grouphug 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...
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grey14me Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 :grouphug 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...
Guest Gingergrey Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Hugs to you. She would want you to remember the good memories. We never forget our babies no matter how long it has been since they left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Lola sounds like she was truly your heart dog, and left a huge hole in your heart when she suddenly passed. My deepest condolences to you. Time heals ever so slowly... Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 My heart goes out to you. 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...
Guest PhillyPups Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 . I so know your pain - the what ifs, the replay, the wondering whys. However I do not think our angels would ever want us doubting ourselves, you gave her love forever, that is a lot to give. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 I understand how you feel 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...
racindog Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 I understand. Slim was also 6 and it also was sudden and unexpected. Ten years or a hundred years-makes no difference. Your spirits are always together. Your spirit recognizes hers-with you still-that is why she will always be on your mind. I do think she may be a little saddened though that the last frame is remembered so much. I sense that she rejoices in the relationship you all have and remembers first the glory and happiness of running like the wind and shopping etc. and is wishing that someday you will think of those overwhelming joy's too before the negative scenes come to mind. She has so much joy! I love her shopping story! I apologize if I was too forward, I was just wanting to share my experience strength and hope. When Slim crossed over what helped me to finally get it together was understanding that he was actually mad at me because I was letting the grief hurt me so with no plans to change. In fact he actually threatened me if I didn't shape up. (That's the way he was!) He taught me from the other side that I was being wrong- that he was indeed with me still and it was wrong to be going on like I was. And truthfully now I do think of all the good times first. Lola ia a most beautiful blessing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mollysmom10 Posted August 25, 2010 Share Posted August 25, 2010 I know how you feel, God Bless you and Lola. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyGrey Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 I am just broken hearted for your loss. I do understand how your are hurting. My wonderful beautiful girl was taken from me back in 2004. A deep hurt. Your wonderful guardian angel is watching over you now. God Bless and lots of peacefulness your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 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...
cacky Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 Wow that was very nice. Sitting at work balling my eyes out. The bride and I had our melt down last night over our first little girl, and I'm sorry to say I don't think the pain or visions ever go away. Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 I feel the love, I feel your pain. She lives on in your heart and always will. 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...
Batmom Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 She was a beauty, wasn't she? I'm sorry she had to leave you, and in that way. Gentle hugs to you in your time of remembrance. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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galgrey Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 10 years! I remember when you lost her. It doesn't seem possible it's been that long. 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...
Guest FastDogsOwnMe Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 She was/is so incredibly beautiful. I'm so sorry she was lost so young and so tragically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 :grouphug 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...
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