djsgreys Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) I opened GT one morning and there he was, sitting in the grass - calling to me. Lucas was not doing well and needed a change in environment. I offered to take him but didn't think I stood a chance. They wanted a place for him where someone was home most of the time due to his separation anxiety and I work full time. They wanted him to go to a smaller pack and no one has ever used those words to describe my house. And I lived so far away. But somehow it all came together and after a few conversations, Lucas was on his way to me. He arrived at midnight on October 8, 2012 - Thanksgiving Day here in Canada. As I waited at the airport for him I wondered what I had got myself into. But the moment I met him I knew there was nothing to worry about. Lucas came out of his crate with a huge grin on his face, his tail wagging as fast and hard as it possible could and ready to take on whatever came next. And that is exactly what he did. Lucas loved life - and was the happiest greyhound I have ever met. Whether out doing meet and greets or lazing at home, he was the ultimate charmer. You could NOT meet Lucas and NOT fall in love - he was just that special. He loved going for walks, loved even more just hanging out and checking all the smells in the yard. But a car ride - that was the best thing ever especially those that ended up at McDonalds for a hamburger or Dairy Queen for an ice cream cone. We had a special bond, Lucas and I. Every evening we had Lucas time. I sat beside him on his bed and he would lay his head in my lap. He was my best big boy. As I stroked and petted, we had greyt talks and believe me if I stopped petting too soon he did talk. It was during one of our evening sessions that I found the lump on his pad. At first I thought it was nothing, and the vet agreed. But soaking and antibiotics did not clear it up. It just started to look worse. So last August we took the lump off, and discovered that it was melanoma. Even though we treated with the vaccine, it came back - and aggressively. On Saturday, Lucas lost his brave battle with the disease, and crossed to the bridge cradled in my arms. He took with him on his journey a huge piece of my heart. But in his short time with me he was happy and he taught me not to dwell on what has been but to revel in each day and all it brings. I'll remember that lesson. Lucas, how precious the time we had together - how beautiful the memories we made that will get me through. Rest well, my best big boy knowing how much I love you. I will always miss you . . . . Until we meet again Edited January 30, 2014 by djsgreys Quote Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so sorry that Lucas had to leave. Run free Lucas. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Oh, I remember when he came to you, and thinking how lucky you both were to have found each other. I wish he could have stayed longer. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Lucas. 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...
BertnLil Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 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...
nmontgomery48 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Sorry for your loss. He sure was a handsome boy. Quote Nancy~Mom to Wizard July 9, 2006 and Lexie June 25, 2009 Always in my heart, my goofy boy Sarge 8-25-04....5-17-11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 So sorry for your loss of this special boy. He sure had a great smile. Rest well, Lucas. Quote Rachel with Doolin Doodle Dooooo, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our gorgeous, gutsy girlhounds Sweep and Willa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest patgam Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Lucas, rest well and know that you were loved. Deb, I am so sorry that Lucas is gone. Pat G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 There are certain dogs that steal your heart even though you have never met. Lucas is that dog for me. I followed his journey over the years. My heart is broken with you and for you, Deb and John. He found his heaven when he got out of that travel crate. Hugs Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, special boy. 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...
Fostr_Mom Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) It was no accident that things came together for you all. It was meant to be. I am so sorry that he could only be here for such a short time. It seems that God is gathering all his special angels lately. Lucas, run pain free and healthy once again. You are very loved and will be missed by many. That first picture is very precious. It really shows how very happy he was. Edited January 30, 2014 by Fostr_Mom Quote <p>Mom to Kyle (Diehard Kyle) & Angel Gracie (KB's Sankey) Foster Mom for AFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Is that the grin? In the first pic? No wonder you fell so hard in love with Lucas. Seniors, especially bounced seniors, are the best dogs. You gave Lucas the best days of his life and I am so sorry now for your broken heart. Godspeed Lucas, keep smiling best boy. 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 January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Deb, I am sorry your boy had to leave. You both found each other and were made for each other. Your siggie for him is beautiful. Run free Lucas, 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...
maggiespet Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Deb I'm so very sorry. I wish you and that big boy with the great grin could have had more time together. GodSpeed Lucas. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brindlehound Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Deb, You and John gave Lucas the best last years of his life that he could have asked for. Run Free Sweet Lucas. Quote Carol, missing Magic (1/5/01 - 4/15/15) but welcoming Fuzzy's Joy Behar (Joy) into my life on 5/31/15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so sorry. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Very Special Boy Lucas , RIP Sweetie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so sorry to see this. 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...
45MPHK9 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so sorry for your loss, Deb. 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...
Guest greybookends Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msnikkerdoodle Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Lucas, what a beautiful boy. RIP sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndmommy03 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 So sorry for your loss. Quote <p>Kim and the hound - RumorMissing my angels Marlow, Silver, Holly and Lucky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'm so very sorry. Lucas was so lucky to have finally found his perfect home and Mom. I wish he could have stayed longer. Godspeed Lucas. 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...
misspiggy Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I am so sorry for your loss, Lucas was special Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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