Guest Heehoo Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 Thanks (on-going!) : My husband likes the idea of the Wabi pillow, too. I just got an email from JoAnn's announcing a sale on pillow stuffing: it's fate! Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2_Lazygreys Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 Thanks (on-going!) : My husband likes the idea of the Wabi pillow, too. I just got an email from JoAnn's announcing a sale on pillow stuffing: it's fate! I too love the pillow idea...I picture in my head a beautiful pillow with contrasting embroidery thread used to stitch it together it from the outside by hand (does that make sense?) to symbolize imperfections are beautiful. If some stuffing comes out it could be thought of as dandelions blowing in the wind. It could always be refilled in the spring when the dandelions pop up. Big hugs to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted September 16, 2011 Author Share Posted September 16, 2011 What a neat image, 2_Lg! Thanks. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Pillow = not around the bend at all. Friend from a large family had teddy bears made from her late dad's shirts, for each of the children to have one. Something you can look at and hug and make a smile with. Here it is starting to get cold at night, but you know what? The dandelions will keep blooming longer than anything else, any chance they get. Thank you -- you and DH -- for giving Wabi the chance to be her funny little self, for as long as she could. 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...
jenners Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 (edited) Oh, Xan, I just saw this! I'm so very, very sorry that Wabi's gone. She was such a dear, funny girl, I loved her little face. I think the pillow is a wonderful idea. Please give your other houndies scritches from me and this is for you and DH Jennie Edited September 17, 2011 by jenners Quote Jennie with her hedgehogs and Guinea pigs, and remembering Luna, Queen of the Piggies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted September 21, 2011 Author Share Posted September 21, 2011 Jennie, thanks. : Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethGPAPS Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 (edited) Oh Xan, what shocking news. The world is surely a bit darker without Wabi shining in it. Please accept my sincerest condolences. It's funny, I was just thinking about Wabi a week or so ago...and while morbid, my thought was "Isn't it amazing and fantastic that she's lasted this long". A testament to your love and care, truly, that this jumbled up little puzzle of a dog would live a full and rich existence, loved by many around the world. I recall reading a definition of wabi-sabi that particularly struck me - that in the imperfection of the creation, one can see the hand of the maker. Wabi was a uniquely-forged little being and there will never be another like her. She thought herself quite special because that's what everyone had always told her. From the moment she came out of the womb, obviously never able to earn her keep as a racer yet allowed to grow up, to the Kansas folks who saw her as adoptable, to the outpouring of support by so many to move her across the country, to the Vet who tried to fix what wasn't meant to be repaired, and finally to the loving home you provided - she was blessed, and every single day was a gift that she very obviously relished. I will not see hers as a life cut short, but a life well-lived. I've taken the liberty of putting together a little collection of the pictures I took of her when she was just a young pup with me (and a silly one with Mazie that I copied because it always makes me smile): Wabi's Page Again, my condolences on your loss. May the Wabi-shaped hole in your heart heal with time. _________ Edited September 22, 2011 by ElizabethGPAPS Quote Rugrat's Rebel (Simon) 09/03/1995-03/22/2010, Silly Savannah 05/14/1995-02/13/2009, Isabella de Moreau the Sloughi 05/15/1993-10/14/2008, Hammy the IG 06/11/04 and ChiChi the Chihuahua 2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted September 22, 2011 Author Share Posted September 22, 2011 Aww, Elizabeth, thanks! You have her essence pretty well summed up. Those pictures all just bring back those early days, when she was with you and I was just starving to get my eyes and hands on her. I think that's pretty clear in that last pic, where I'm just lost in love with her on the floor in your office during our first meeting, oblivious to you or H (his feet behind me expressing patience :rollingeyes: ). Looking at those pictures, I can just about feel her thick soft puppy fur, that stayed so soft her whole life. That rolling toss of her head and those bubbly eyes just waiting to spring some kind of mischief ... that unique sit and curvy roach ... her frail little leg all shaved and bandaged, with that angry fresh wound on the hip ... This all got me sobbing again, when I thought I might be past that clutching, desperate stage of grief, but it seems it keeps sneaking up on me still. Thanks for everything, Elizabeth. Thank you. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 run free wabi...xan, i amsooo sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Wabi, sweetie--I was at a potluck at our nearby state park last night--and the shelter was in the midst of a field of dandelions! In North Dakota, the end of September?? Who would have expected it! I blew one that was all fluff in your memory. Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted September 25, 2011 Author Share Posted September 25, 2011 Thanks, EmbersDad and Patsy. : I sewed up Wabi's coat for the pillow last night. (Stabbed myself once, and managed to wear a cut into my thumb, 'cause I'm such a pro.) I need to get stuffing. I'm egging my husband to paint me a picture of a dandelion, in his own loose style (which I can't come close to). I got a brass heart pet tag engraved like this: Wabi Thank you Eat the Dandelions It's now on a silver chain around my neck with two other heart tags (for my first dog, Hobie, and for Happy, our broodie who died two years ago). The tattoo idea is on hold. I found an artist who does amazingly painterly work, but she's expensive (as she should be), she's in NY (I'm in Washington state) and she hasn't answered my email yet, so ...... I'm still in that memento phase, that wanting some THING to see, touch, hold onto that will feel like or remind me of Wabi, hold all the memories and sorrow for me, and somehow bring her back. The impossibility of that is the absurd and terrible part, and my awareness of that awful fact through it all. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendie Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Late on seeing this horrible news. I'm so sorry :grouphug Quote Forever in my Heart Joe T Greyhound, Charly Bear, Angel Daisy, and Katze & Buzz Kitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Thanks, Wendie. I appreciate the hugs. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 [/left] I'm still in that memento phase, that wanting some THING to see, touch, hold onto that will feel like or remind me of Wabi, hold all the memories and sorrow for me, and somehow bring her back. The impossibility of that is the absurd and terrible part, and my awareness of that awful fact through it all. Xan, I haven't known what to say to express the loss I feel since learning this news. I understand so much the wanting to hold on to something in hopes it will bring them back. Wabi changed the way I see dandelions. Everytime I saw them in my yard they would bring a smile to my face as I thought of how much she would enjoy them and now every summer they will be a reminder of this very special little girl that touched so many hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 Wabi, are you trying to play tricks on me? What's a dandelion in "fluff stage" doing on my berm last night--October 14th--in North Dakota, no less! PRICELESS! Hugs to you, Xan, and DH. Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted October 14, 2011 Author Share Posted October 14, 2011 I don't know who to thank for adding such a sweet note to Wabi's Greyhound Data page. I just saw that this morning, and it got me sobbing all over again. Thank you, kind person!! Loved, spoiled and cherished by the family she adopted and adored by the Greytalk community. - September 1, 2011 - Wabi has gone. Remember the lessons of Wabi: take joy in every little thing, every day, despite any obstacles or physical constraints. Xan, I haven't known what to say to express the loss I feel since learning this news. I understand so much the wanting to hold on to something in hopes it will bring them back. Wabi changed the way I see dandelions. Everytime I saw them in my yard they would bring a smile to my face as I thought of how much she would enjoy them and now every summer they will be a reminder of this very special little girl that touched so many hearts. That's my girl! Wabi, are you trying to play tricks on me? What's a dandelion in "fluff stage" doing on my berm last night--October 14th--in North Dakota, no less! PRICELESS! Hugs to you, Xan, and DH. Aw, Patsy, how neat. I'm glad it gave you a Wabi moment. Thanks for sharing it with us. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyWrangler Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 the gh data post was a quote taken from your first post. Quote Nancy and Grace - Andicot 2/1/07 Solo - Flying Han Solo 3/20/11 Missing: Murphy, Shine, Kim, Sprite, Red Dog, Lottie & Harry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 (edited) Wabi, honey, our first dandelions are out and I just wanted you to know that you are still missed and your message still shines. I never see dandelions without thinking of you! Edited May 4, 2017 by Patsy Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 "Some animals...leave a trail of glory behind them.They give their spirit to the place where they have lived,and remain forever a part of the rocks and streams and the wind and sky."- Marguerite Henry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 Remembering dear Wabi with love. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 I smile whenever I see dandelions because they never fail to remind me of Wabi. I feel so lucky to have been a part of GT when she was around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Truly a very special girl and the dandelion is perfect for her. Bright and cheerful. 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...
ozgirl2 Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Wabi was a very special girl... I'm sorry I never got to meet her in person Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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