Chicocat Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I sent Darlin to the bridge this morning after learning she had osteo. She had just started limping Friday and I really thought she had just stepped wrong and hurt her ankle. I so wanted to bring her home for one more day but doing so offered no good outcome for Darlin. So, I held her with love and whispered I would love her forever. as she began her journey among the stars. I first met Darlin when she, Alpo and Cutie came to the racing kennel in December of 1999. They all had been sick on the hauler and were so scared. I fell in love with them instantly. Her owners lived in Florida and had never sent their dogs so far away from home before, so Esther and I emailed every week during their career. Darlin was named for their Daughter, Jackie, who had passed away much too young. Esther would always ask, how are my babies. Darlin was a fine, fine racer - I loved watching her run. When her career ended in April of 2002 there was no doubt she would join her brother Alpo who had just been home a couple of months. Darlin was my sweet, quiet, gentle, amber eyed little girl.. I’ll miss her sweet kisses. When she was 9 she learned to take the toilet paper roll off the wall, eat just enough to capture the cardboard and devour every bit of it. She could steal a piece of paper from the printer quicker than a blink of the eye. I called it her second childhood. Having littermates is wonderful and I feel so sad that for the first time in their lives Darlin won't be with them. They truly loved each other so much. I know they will miss her as much as I do already. Survey is going to be lost without her too. They were best of pals. Godspeed my precious Darlin, until we meet again. Quote Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I am so very sorry. Run free, Darlin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I am so very sorry Darlin had to leave. Godspeed sweetie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, sweet girl. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Godspeed Darlin. 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...
robinw Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I'm so very sorry, Ann 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...
Batmom Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Ann, I'm so sorry she had to leave. Go run and play among the stars, precious girl. 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...
BertnLil Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 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 meggera Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I'm so sorry that you had to say goodbye. Run free, Darlin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 What a good life you gave Darlin, and so many bonds - with her owner, her hound family and with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 So sad. I am very sorry for your loss. Darlin sounds like she was such a special girl. Take comfort in knowing that she is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. 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...
SIGreyLady Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 :grouphug Godspeed Darlin - Run with the angels Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RaineysMom Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I'm so very sorry! :cry1 Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 A life well lived and so very well loved by you Ann. I am so sorry. Run with the stars Darlin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 sorry for you loss of Darlin 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...
Greyhoundcastle Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Oh, Ann! I'm so very sorry to hear this - you know I've always adored your tribe and enjoyed crossing paths with them and you over the years. Rest assured, Darlin found plenty of Lambert houndies to greet her at the Bridge. Hug Alpo and Cutie for me, as well as yourself, dear lady. Annie Lambert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Ann, I am very sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. Run free Darlin, run free sweetie... 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...
Cully Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 We are very sorry for your loss. 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...
fourofem Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Darlin...that's what I call my girls (and sometimes, the boys) when I'm loving on them. Your Darlin sounded like a special girl and I'm so sorry it all came on so quickly. Rest well Darlin. Quote Blair, Stella (DND Heather), Lizzie (M's Deadra), Hitch (Hallo Dominant) and House (Mac's Dr. House) Missing my handsome men Lewis (Vs Lowrider) - 11/11/01 - 3/11/09, Kevin (Dakota's Hi Five) - 1/1/06 - 4/18/11 and my cat, Sparkle Baby - ??/??/96 - 4/23/11 "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind." (Theodorus Gaza) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Godspeed Sweetie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Oh, how sad that her siblings will be without her. Bless you for giving them such a wonderful life together. I'm so sorry you lost your precious girl. 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...
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