Sirocco_Nikki Posted August 18, 2011 Share Posted August 18, 2011 Thank you to everyone who posted encouragement, support, and comfort in Nikki's thread in Health and Medical. Your words helped so much that I wasn't sure I even needed to post here in Remembrance about my girl. However, I decided that I needed my last post (yeah right) about Nikki to be about her life instead of her death. When we decided (translation: I decided and dh finally gave up arguing) that Sirocco needed a sister, we told Hope (Ullaluv) that we would consider any dog except Nikki. I remember so clearly telling Hope that yes, Nikki is by far the prettiest dog on GPA's website; however, we don't want an aggressive dog. Hope just smiled and said "of course but come to my meet and greet and see some of the other dogs anyway". And who, besides me, was surprised when Hope arranged for Nikki to be there? And that was all she wrote. What we realized upon meeting Nikki is that she wasn't at all aggressive. She just did NOT like small fuzzies and ill-mannered heathens (like the foster family's lab) in her face. She was a bit of a breed snob but only because she recognized greyhounds as the highest life form. Nikki LOVED babies and toddlers with the same intensity that she hated yappy white fuzzies trying to bite her on walks. She could always spot her favorite toddler in a stroller from a half mile away in a heavy fog while on our walks. Nikki once visited ds in his first grade class. 28 kids swooped down on her for hugs, pets, and kisses. The only thing that annoyed her about the visit is when 1 of the 28 kids had the nerve to stop petting her. We also soon realized that Nikki neglected to read the chapter of the 'how to be a greyhound' manual that clearly states that greyhounds are quiet. She barked. She talked. She howled. And boy, did she whine. And so, my little princess. I hope that Chesterboy has shown you the best sunbeam at the bridge for a proper snooze and that Polly and Sirocco are sharing some of the cookies that they snitched from the angels. Yukon misses his little snooze buddy. But I think he will be ok. It only seems appropriate, baby girl, to end this the way many of our conversations ended. "And Dr Sheff says you have pretty feet". Quote Drake - Fortified Power x Cajun Oriel Janney - Ronco x Sol Happy Waiting at the bridge: Sirocco - (Reko Sirocco) - Trojan Episode x Reko Princess; Nikki - (MPS Sharai) - Devilish Episode x MPS Daisy Queen;Yukon - (Yak Back) - Epic Prince x Barts Cinnamon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Is it OK if I'm laughing and crying at the same time? I'd never heard the story of how she came to you. That Hope is a sly one -- as sly as beautiful Nikki herself, it seems. I'm so sorry she didn't get to stay longer with you. Nikki, sweetheart, your people will miss you forever and ever. Godspeed. 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...
iluvgreys Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 My deepest condolences. Such a beautiful soul. Godspeed, precious Nikki... 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...
Yamaha_gurl Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 I knew this thread was coming, so I didn't think I would cry, but the words "And so my little princess"... Nikki, may you have the BEST sunbeam at the bridge, the BIGGEST fields to run in, ALL the treats that you want. Quote Greyhound Collars : www.collartown.ca Maggie (the human servant), with Miss Bella, racing name "A Star Blackieto" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ullaluv Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Carol, I am so, so, so sorry about your loss. You're beautiful girl is running free at the bridge, no more pain or broken bones. Thank you for giving her the wonderful home that she so deserved. Give my love to Yukon. I hope he's doing OK without his friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. Nikki was a beautiful girl & really knew how to rock a tiara. Godspeed Nikki! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 I am very Sorry!!!!!! 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...
robinw Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Carol, I've been crying since last night. I'm so sorry and this is so unfair. Let's just hope that Nikki has found bro Sirocco, Loca and Phene and that they're all getting into a mess of trouble by now. RIP Nikki. You were always one of my favourites 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 PiagetsMom Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Is it OK if I'm laughing and crying at the same time? Your remembrance had the same affect on me......your Nikki was a beautiful girl. I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 What a pretty princess Nikki was. We are so, so sorry for your sudden loss. Hugs to all of you from all of us here. 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...
HopeForHounds Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Is it OK if I'm laughing and crying at the same time? Your remembrance had the same affect on me......your Nikki was a beautiful girl. I'm so very sorry Me too! She's left an indelible mark on your life and some great memories for a lot of us. Hugs to you and your family Godspeed Nikki Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximum Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Laughing and crying...that seems a the most fitting tribute of all. Run free, pretty princess Nikki. Quote My boys, together again... A hui hou kakou, my loves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Adrianne Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 What a beautiful girl, and what a touching tribute. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Run free sweet baby girl. I thought about you all day today. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Again, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Rest well Nikki. 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Sounds like you have so many wonderful memories of your girl. Remember them..... Nancy, Nixon, Bandit & Ruby Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 and she does have pretty feet I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. I didn't see the original thread. Godspeed, sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Hope knows when people and dogs are meant to be together. Ask our Chase Nikki is a beautiful one and she will make the best angel. I am so sorry she had to leave. Hugs to you and Yukon. Godspeed pretty girl... Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissn333 Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 So very sorry for your sudden loss What a beautiful tribute to your pretty princess. I'm sure she had plenty of friendly faces waiting for her at the Bridge to show her the best sunbeams Quote Kristin in Moline, IL USA with Ozzie (MRL Crusin Clem), Clarice (Clarice McBones), Latte and Sage the IGs, and the kitties: Violet and Rose Lovingly Remembered: Sutra (Fliowa Sutra) 12/02/97-10/12/10, Pinky (Pick Me) 04/20/03-11/19/12, Fritz (Fritz Fire) 02/05/01 - 05/20/13, Ace (Fantastic Ace) 02/05/01 - 07/05/13, and Carrie (Takin the Crumbs) 05/08/99 - 09/04/13. A cure for cancer can't come soon enough.-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Godspeed Princess Nikki Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Thank you for sharing Nikki's story. She was so beautiful. 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Thank-you for posting that wonderful tribute, and sharing your special princess with us. Yes, I think she was a "smiling through tears" kinda girl. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Nikki. 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...
luvhounds2 Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 My condolences on the loss of your beautiful lady. Quote Barb, Mom to Grey's Tickertape & Grey's McCarthy.Always missing: Wizzie and Desi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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