Guest 4rooers Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Rippa was a little (55 lb) dark brindle girl that started my love for the beautiful breed called greyhound. System Reptile was born on August 11, 2000 out of Rocksteady Eddie and System Pegasus. She was a good racer at JCKC, a big fish in a little pond. While racing she earned a couple of points, and was a kennel favorite. In December 2004 she ran her last race and was placed on a hauler for her next job, as a pet. She came to Star City Greyhounds in Roanoke , VA , and was at the kennel for a little over a year before we met. In January 2006, I decided I wanted to add a companion to my life. I had just finished a degree in physical therapy, had a good job and felt secure to provide a good home. I started a little research, and discovered a greyhound rescue here. I called Sara (greytlady) and went out to a meet-n-greet in the end of January to see some dogs. Little Rippa was there, missing a chunk of her left ear and a little of her tongue. She was a little intimidating, but Sara thought she might be a good fit. I filled out my application and on February 10, 2006 , Rippa came home. I was living in a condo at the time and was not prepared for separation anxiety. Luckily for me, after 2 weeks, Rippa settled down, and we started to develop our relationship. In May of that year, I bought a house with a fenced in yard, and Rippa loved having a place to romp and sunbathe. She would lay for hours in the sun, much like I did in my youth. I started thinking she might like a companion, so back we went to a meet-n-greet. We must have walked 6 or 7 dogs before we found one Rip wouldn’t growl at. Oswald came home with us on Labor Day weekend, and we continued to grow our family with Ozzie, who left in April of this year, Rourke, who came in January of 08, and Elmo, who joined us in July. My Rippa was one tough little girl, with a Napoleon complex like no other, utterly fearless, and supremely confident. She whipped all my boys into shape, and ruled this house with complete control. There will never be another like her, and I thank God I was blessed to have her for the time I did. This past month has been a roller coaster of emotion, but Rippa remained strong until the very end. When she couldn’t handle the pain, she let me know and I did the only thing I could, let her go so she could be happy and whole once more. In the past week, she had been more affectionate than all the years before, I like to think she was trying to make lots of good memories for me. She didn’t need to, though, because Rippa is unforgettable. Sweet Rippa, you opened a door on that cold January day when we first met, and because of you, there will always be a greyhound in my home, and I will continue to help find homes for all the others that wait. You leave a legacy of love that cannot be diminished by your death. You mastered all the jobs you were given in this life, now you will only know sunshine and happiness, which you most certainly deserve after a life well lived. I always thought you would live forever, and now I know you will, in my heart. Wait for me with my dear Ozzie, sweet girl, I’ll be with you when my work here is done. I love you I made a tribute to Rippa with some of my favorite pictures. Please watch and celebrate my best girl. http://kimlpta.mediashare.com?selectedalbum=kimlpta491983 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 She sounds like a very special angel. I'm so sorry for your loss 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...
OwnedBySummer Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 A bit hard to celebrate through my tears for you and Rippa. What a beautiful, happy girl! My condolences! Quote Lisa B. My beautiful Summer - to her forever home May 1, 2010 Summer Certified therapy dog team with St. John Ambulance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 "You leave a legacy of love that cannot be diminished by your death." Can't possibly add anything to this truth. Run free sweet Rippa. Run free, fast, happy & healthy! You will be loved always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Your tribute was beautiful. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 That was a beautiful tribute to your special girl......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Wow, a beautiful tribute to a well-loved girl! Now that my waterworks have stopped, I'll join you in celebrating the fact that she had a grand life with you and you with her. 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...
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robinw Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 What a beautiful tribute to a truly beautiful girl. I'm so sorry 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...
Guest Adrianne Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Run free, sweet Rippa. She sounds like she was quite the character. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MyCody Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 (edited) A beautiful tribute to a very well cared for girl, she looks so happy, I'm so sorry for your loss, but so glad you have all those happy memories. Edited November 17, 2010 by MyCody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 What a lovely tribute. 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...
Guest PhillyPups Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 What a beautiful tribute to a most special girl. I could feel your joy in sharing her journey and the pain of her loss, although the loss is physical, they live on forever in our hearts. Run with the angels Sweet Rippa you are with the very very best ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I am so very sorry. Run free, Rippa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 A beautiful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Oh my what a beautiful tribute to a beautiful brindle girl. I see she had lots of bed. Thank you for sharing Rippa with all of us. Godspeed sweet Rippa and may the wind always be at your back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 They just always leave too soon. So sorry for your loss of Rippa 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...
Remolacha Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 What an amazingly beautiful girl, and a beautiful tribute. Godspeed, Rippa. 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...
Houndtime Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. 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...
fliggie Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Rippa 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...
KahluasMagic Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 :f_pink Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 Kim, What has been said already, a beautiful and moving tribute. She was very very special, that is obvious. Run free Rippa, run free on golden fields... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 we are very sorry for your loss of rippa. what a stunningly beautiful tribute to your beloved baby. 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...
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